About the Role
We are recruiting a Principal Investment Officer who will be responsible for formulating and executing the strategic objectives of the business in collaboration with the Transacting Head whilst generating deal flow and building a robust pipeline of prospective projects for development financing bankability
Requirements
Requirements:
A Post-Graduate Qualification/ Honours Degree in Finance, Business, Accounting, Engineering or Economics.
A minimum of 10-12 years’ experience of relevant work experience in appraising, negotiating and closing project finance, corporate finance, or structured finance transactions in a financial institution.
Experience in leading, initiating and developing new business strategies and opportunities to create a pipeline of development impact projects ensuring deal flow and bankability.
Experience in securing infrastructure investment deals in relevant
sectors/geographies in SA and/or Africa and doing business across Africa.
Comprehensive knowledge of the complex financial and regulatory environments across Africa.
Proven experience in working with senior stakeholders in highly political environments in South Africa and the rest of Africa.
Successful track record in leading project teams with high-level stakeholders and qualified professionals.
Strong credit, financial, analytical, and modelling skills.
Experience in financial analysis and/or financial modelling.
Strong networks and relations with clients, global and regional private investors and banks to identify and source viable projects/investments.
In-depth knowledge of the infrastructure market, financial markets and the macro landscape.
Demonstrable experience in identifying client challenges and playing an active part in finding innovative solutions.
The role requires flexibility to be deployed to other business units within the
Coverage division if required
Ability to mentor junior members of the team
How To Apply
To apply for this position, e-mail your CV to tatenda@tippfocus.co.za