Senior Investment Analyst, Infrastructure Acceleration Fund
- Location : Casablanca, Morocco
Description
The Senior Investment Analyst role is to contribute to the investment team by providing core financial analysis / modelling, investment research, high quality investment memoranda and other materials and required support to enable sound investment decisions.
Principal Responsibilities
Prepare rigorous financial analyses and build financial models to support investment decision makingConduct industry, market, and company researchPrepare investment memoranda and other materials for internal and external audiencesDevelop a strong pipeline of investment opportunities by anticipating market trends and employing sector / country knowledgeProvide live deal support on deal executionParticipate in all aspects of the investment cycle including origination, screening, due diligence, execution, disbursement, and portfolio managementParticipate in negotiations for investment documents (SHA, SPA, debt documents and other agreements)Produce investment materials based on a thorough understanding of several infrastructure sectors, including power, transport, midstream gas, ICT, healthcare, education and fintechDevelop an investment thesis, understand risks and produce investment materials to propose an investment to an Investment CommitteeParticipate in due diligence process and commercial, strategic, operational, financial and legal due diligenceAssess ESG and impact aspects of an investmentWork with portfolio companies to create value for shareholdersCandidate Profile
Required background
Focused and rigorous 2 to 4 years prior experience in investment banking, private equity, DFI or similar global finance institutionPrior equity investment experience on live completed transactions is requiredDemonstrated academic excellence including a university degreeEssential Qualities
Positive attitudeHigh integrityStrong work ethicWillingness to travel regularlyHigh levels of personal initiativeClarity of thought and actionFlexibility and adaptability to a fast-growing organizationKnowledge, skills and experience
Demonstrated experience in emerging markets, Africa a plusUnderstanding of the power, utilities, transport, and ICT sectorsUnderstanding of project finance including deal structuring, project capital structures, and key documentationStrong financial modeling and analytical skills across sub sectors (power, midstream gas, transport, communications / digital infrastructure)Excellent written and verbal communication skills (in English, French a plus)Strong interpersonal skills, ability to interact effectively with sponsors, partners, and colleaguesCulturally sensitive, able to relate to people of diverse backgrounds; living experience in emerging countries is a plusPrior knowledge of African infrastructure and relationships in Africa are a plusRole location
The role will be based in Casablanca, Morocco with flexible remote working arrangements.
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