Job Title: Investment Officer, Deal Flow Facility
Organisation: FSD Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About US:
FSD Uganda (FSDU) is an independent, not for Profit Company. We support innovation, conduct research and help improve policy and regulation. Our objective is a deeper, broader and more inclusive financial sector in Uganda. Our aim is to improve the livelihoods of Uganda’s low-income households through a market-development approach.
Job Summary: The Deal Flow Facility (DFF) aims to facilitate successful debt and equity transactions by matching potential investors and investees. The Investment Officer, plays a pivotal role in creating an efficient due diligence process and identifying investment-worthy enterprises for admission into the DFF’s capacity-building program. The Job holder serves as an in-house expert, conducting initial diagnostic assessments and evaluations to identify suitable enterprises.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Strategy Development and Execution: Develop and implement strategies, program agendas, engagement activities, and effective cohort programs to achieve the objectives of the DFF.
- With the support of the Portfolio Relationship Manager, build comprehensive methods and processes around enterprise information access and enterprise value creation as part of the DFF.
- Responsible for due diligence and analysis on prospective companies that will be recruited into the DFF or directly matched to debt/equity investors.
- With the other members of the DFF and FSD Uganda team, contribute towards development of capacity-building modules and programs for DFF enterprises. This will include supporting the building of a standardised business curriculum (with modules), tools and materials.
- Program Management and Delivery: Play a pivotal role in creating an efficient due diligence process and identifying investment-worthy enterprises for admission into the DFF’s capacity-building program.
- Undertake due diligence and capacity needs assessment of DFF applicants.
- Share analyses of due diligence with enterprises for finalisation and onward sharing with investors to gauge interest.
- Educate enterprises, especially the leadership of companies that have not raised equity, on the investment process Support the development of a standardised business curriculum (with modules) including tools and materials.
- Thought Leadership: Support with the development and implementation of effective influencing, advocacy and communication strategies that will support the private sector and policy goals of this facility.
- Build analyses around enterprises, including the challenges faced in capital raising to inform policymakers, ecosystem supporters with the aim of building a more enabling environment for businesses. .
- Lead analyses around challenges that investors face in investing in Uganda.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Advanced degree such as a Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Professional certifications such as Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Certified Chartered Accountant (ACCA), or similar qualifications will be an added advantage
- At least five years of experience in private equity, venture capital, investment banking, or capital markets is required
- Background in financial analysis and modelling
- Previous experience in providing business advisory services is strongly preferred
- Ability to deliver and communicate complex issues clearly and succinctly, and in a compelling manner
- Deeply curious and excited to engage with a variety of stakeholders including policymakers, investors, DFIs, and more
- Ability to establish a strong rapport and build relationships across the local entrepreneurial ecosystem
- Self-motivated, confident, energetic, team player, and creative
- Excellent spoken and written English language communication skills
Behavioural Competencies or Character:
- Initiative & Decisiveness – Level 2
- Innovation & Value Addition – Level 2
- Drive for Results – Level 2
- Relationship Building – Level 2
- Communication & Influencing for Impact – Level 2
- Thought Leadership – Level 2
- Learning & Resourcefulness – Level 2
How to Apply:
Please download and fill in the application form on this link, Click Here. Email it back with your cv only to [email protected]
The email subject line should read Application for the Investment Officer – DFF Position. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
NB: FSDU is an equal opportunity employer. Women, people with disabilities and others that fit the profile above are encouraged to apply.
Deadline: 29th February 2024
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