JOB PURPOSE
- To source, evaluate, and present applications for funding and structure deals that contribute towards SBU objectives and industry development goals.
- This would include performing the complex financial and / or technical and / or marketing due diligence functions, as well as leading a due diligence team and ensuring risk identification and mitigation.
- To contribute to development of strategies and plans for the SBU.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial / Shareholder Returns
Evaluate and effectively structure transactions with detailed application of IDC financing instruments.Ensure financial soundness of all credit submissions.Internal / Operational Processes
Originate deals across multiple industries in line with the SBU’s strategic objectives.Evaluate applications for finance (financial, technical and marketing disciplines)Deal structuring - Designing and negotiating the financial and legal relationship between the client and IDC for the specific deal.
Risk identification and mitigationLeading of due diligence teams on high value / complex transactionsDeal optimization - ensuring that the deal is aligned with the strategic objectives of the unit and will contribute to meeting industry development goalsSupport the development and implementation of strategies or action plans to drive the SBU’s strategic objectives.Account management function up to first drawPrepare well written and motivated reports for presentation to the relevant Credit and other committees as required.Conduct peer reviews on all due diligence disciplines.Training, mentoring and coaching of Business Analysts and DealmakersProvide advice to Business Analysts and Dealmakers in the handling of enquiries and applicationsCustomer Focus Stakeholder Management
To effectively interact with different SBUs and departments in order to fulfil the process requirements related to any specific deal / transaction.Manage and enhance the levels of service and communication to ensure the provision of client service excellence.Learning, Leadership People Growth
Provide team leadership in transactions during due diligenceManage own development to enhance own competenciesParticipate in knowledge sharing in the teamQUALIFICATIONS
Minimum qualification : relevant commercial or technical honours degreeKNOWLEDGE EXPERIENCE
Demonstrated record of proactive deal sourcing, structuring, and closure.8-10 years related experience of which 8 years should be in deal assessment as well as closing of transactions ( i.e. management of approved deals up to first drawdown, including ensuring timely conclusion of legal agreements).
Declared competent in three due diligence disciplines (Marketing, Technical or Financial)Grounded in all three disciplinesTransaction leadership (complex deals)Knowledge in assessing all associated issues in a transaction (Legal, risks, etc.)Experience in peer review
Experience in interpretation and analysis of financial statementsKnowledge of financing instrumentsUnderstand and review models of proposed financial structuresCompetent in coaching and mentoring of team members.TECHNICAL / FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES
Business and financial acumenRisk identification and mitigationInvestment / Portfolio ManagementStakeholder Management and customer focusPlanning and organisingReport writing skillsBEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES
Presentation and communication skillsNegotiation skillsRelationship Building and Networking skillsPersuading and Influencing skillsCoaching and MentoringLeading and Co-ordinatingAdaptability and resilience