Senior Investment Officer (m/f/d)

Key responsibilities:
* Active contribution to the development of the equity portfolio by building and developing a strong pipeline of investment opportunities in local markets across the MENA region, and beyond
* Leading role in all aspects of the investment cycle from origination, initial eligibility screening, on-site due diligence to investment proposal drafting, presentation to senior management and independent investment committee, deal structuring, and portfolio company monitoring
* Active role in legal discussions with potential partner institutions, from formulating initial terms and conditions, to support in drafting and negotiating complex legal agreements
* Supervise financial analysis and modelling exercises, and support in developing talent in the team
* Liaise with partner institutions, engage in strategic dialogue with sector stakeholders, and continue to develop and deepen the company’s network of external contacts
* Closely work and coordinate with colleagues in risk, legal, strategy, technical assistance and transaction management teams, as well as external service providers to implement transactions
* Support in high level strategic discussions including funding, and fund structuring, and in representing the company at conferences, workshops and other relevant events
What we expect:
* University degree in economics, finance or business administration
* Significant relevant work experience, preferably in Private Equity, Venture Capital, Investment Banking, and Management Consulting or in a development finance environment
* Interest to develop, or experience in, the Green economy (energy efficiency, circular economy)
* Strong financial modeling experience, and solid understanding of valuation methodologies, and financial statements – prior experience in assessing financial institutions would be an advantage
* Additional experience in assessing microfinance institutions, leasing and factoring companies, fintech ventures, or in the agricultural or low-income housing financing sectors would be an asset
* Proven track record in complex project management, and negotiating legal agreements
* Excellent written and spoken English and Arabic
* High client relationship management skills, strong team-orientation, coupled with an open and engaging communication style and inter-personal skills
* Attention to detail, ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
* Professional experience with Excel and PowerPoint
* Commitment to development finance, impact investing, and responsible finance
* Demonstrable commitment to Finance in Motion's vision/mission
What you can expect:
* An agile, widely diverse international working environment with over ‎50 nationalities who are keenly interested in making a positive difference through their work and who share a collaborative, can-do spirit
* A job that allows you to fully utilize and expand your skills within an innovative, hands-on company culture
* A purpose-driven, performance-oriented company that rewards above-average results
* An organization dedicated to providing effective training and upskilling to its employees
Our more than ‎290 employees working from our ‎17 offices worldwide are
dedicated to promoting sustainable development through market-based finance
solutions. If you enjoy tackling complex challenges in a hands-on manner and
are seeking an adaptable and motivating work environment, we would very much
like to hear from you. Please use our online application system to submit your
application.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time