SNV Netherlands Development Organisation Business and Investment Expert Jobs in Nigeria

SNV Netherlands Development Organisation Business and Investment Expert Jobs in Nigeria

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.

In a promising development, the Dutch government has recently granted approval for an additional €40 million in funding for the Origination Facility, covering the period from 2024 to 2027.

As a Business and Investment Expert for West Africa, you'll drive impactful change in global climate resilience and sustainable development. You'll scout and shape strategic business cases, influence investments, and collaborate internationally, fostering capacity-building and contributing to a more sustainable, resilient future.

You will work closely with Business Origination Advisors (BOAs), global and multi-country technical staff, including Regional Business and Investment Experts for East and South Africa and Asia.

Your role will involve coordinating and ensuring the quality of grant application assessments, preparing grant decision advice for the Multi-Country Project Manager, and overseeing the provision of technical assistance to businesses in West Africa and those from third countries operating in the region.

You will also provide strategic project guidance to the broader DFCD Consortium. Externally, you will collaborate with DFCD consortium partners on pipeline development and maintain relationships with relevant external stakeholders in the region.

This role offers a unique opportunity to shape impactful climate-resilient projects in the West African region and contribute to sustainable development on a global scale. We seek an individual with profound investment expertise, including financial modelling and the ability to structure and develop investable business cases.

Your strategic leadership skills will be crucial for driving the scoping and structuring of complex business cases and providing valuable support to the team. Join us in shaping a more sustainable and resilient future on a global scale.

Key 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

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.

Additional qualifications:

Expertise in climate finance, with the ability to navigate and leverage financial mechanisms for sustainable projects.

Experience in policy advocacy for climate and development issues.

Effective relationship builder with a client-centric approach.

Diplomatic and tactful in interactions with diverse stakeholders.

Proficiency in risk assessment to make informed decisions.

Collaborative team player with a proactive, solution-oriented attitude.

Excellent planning, administration, organizing, and prioritizing skills to manage complex projects efficiently.

Ability to identify and mitigate risks, escalating issues when needed.

Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal, with preference for proficiency in French, both written and verbal.

Share a deep affinity with SNV's mission and thematic areas.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; SNV Netherlands Development Organisation Business and Investment Expert Jobs in Nigeria

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