Job Description
SNV takes upon a crucial role as a partner in the management of the Origination Facility (OF) under the Dutch Fund for Climate and Development (DFCD, www.thedfcd.com). The primary objective within this facility is to source and develop projects until they reach the level of ‘bankability’. This phase is crucial as it paves the way for FMO (Netherlands Development Bank) and CFM (Climate Fund Managers) to secure private sector funding necessary for the implementation of impactful, climate-resilient projects. The OF is uniquely dedicated to identifying promising business ideas or projects and conducting preliminary feasibility studies, all with a specific focus on various thematic subsectors encompassed by the DFCD. We are strategically positioned to exploit landscape strategies to source activities and transform them into viable business propositions for our two investment windows, Water and Land use.
Responsibilities
You will have a crucial role in driving the mission of the DFCD Origination Facility, with key responsibilities including:
- Scoping and Structuring New Business Cases:
- Contribute to the identification and preparation of investment proposals through analysis and discussions with internal staff and clients.
- Provide strategic support to in-country BOA’s in identifying and elaborating on business proposals and investment plans.
- Ensure compliance of business cases with the fund’s assessment framework.
- Undertake administrative tasks related to file completion, compliance, and reporting.
- Support the planning and execution of due diligence visits.
- Participate in client visits as needed.
- Analyse financial data, including ratios, projections, and budgets.
- Support the legal contracting process with guidance from a legal advisor.
- Monitoring a Portfolio of Contracted Grants in the Region:
- Prepare credit reviews, including market and financial analysis.
- Support in-country BOA’s in monitoring in-country portfolios by responding to requests for information and support.
- Undertake administrative tasks concerning file completion, compliance, reporting, and drafting watch-list proposals, change requests, and disbursement memos.
- Participate in client monitoring visits when required.
- Providing Analysis and Support:
- Offer support on repeat transactions for existing clients.
- Assist team members in various aspects of the portfolio management process.
Qualifications
Basic qualifications:
- Hold an MSc degree in (agri)economics, finance, business administration, or engineering.
- Possess a minimum of 7 years of working experience, including 5 years as an investment business expert and/or in investment banking.
- Proven track record in developing investment proposals and financial modelling.
- Strong strategic thinking and leadership skills to drive the scoping and structuring of complex business cases and provide valuable support to the team.
- Experience in an international environment, especially in emerging markets.
Location: Lagos, Nigeria.
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