Kinyeti Venture
Capital is a private equity investment company offering risk capital to
profitable private sector enterprises in South Sudan.
The company was
established in mid-2012 as a joint venture between Norfund and Swedfund.
We also offer
Technical Assistance (TA) to investee companies if and when necessary i.e.
training, management support, governance, etc, and play an active role in
following up on investments.
In the last one year of operation in South Sudan, we have been able to build an impressive portfolio of investee companies and anticipate to fully commit the current investment capital of USD 4.5M in over 10 projects by end 2013.
In the last one year of operation in South Sudan, we have been able to build an impressive portfolio of investee companies and anticipate to fully commit the current investment capital of USD 4.5M in over 10 projects by end 2013.
We intend to increase
the capital base to USD 20M in 2014 and later on to USD 50M.
Visit http://kinyeticapital.com
for more information.
Investment Manager
Kinyeti
Venture Capital Ltd
Juba,
South Sudan
To support the management of our growing portfolio and to harness the immense investment potential that exists within South Sudan, we are seeking to fill the position of Investment Manager.
To support the management of our growing portfolio and to harness the immense investment potential that exists within South Sudan, we are seeking to fill the position of Investment Manager.
The position is based
in South Sudan and the successful candidate will report to the Senior
Investment Manager.
You will source, structure, negotiate, manage/follow up and exit deals that contribute to the maximisation of returns and secure high developmental impact. In particular, you will have the following responsibilities:
You will source, structure, negotiate, manage/follow up and exit deals that contribute to the maximisation of returns and secure high developmental impact. In particular, you will have the following responsibilities:
Establish deal flow
and develop business contacts
Manage deal progress
from inception to exit, against agreed timelines and in conjunction with the
Senior Investment Manager, as a project manager or as a team member.
This
will entail:
Evaluating
investment proposals from potential clients for preliminary discussion with the
Senior Investment Manager to decide whether to take forward to the
Investment Committee (IC)
Preparing and
presenting papers to the IC/Board
Analysing companies
from a financial, operational, and industry perspective and create valuation
models to support transactions, including DCF models and comparables
Executing field work
to support the due diligence processes
Managing the
commitment and disbursement procedures
Maintaining up to
date information in archives and portfolio management systems;
Managing the
performance of investments monitoring investments, including the required
reporting (valuations etc.)
Managing compliance
with ESG covenants and to increase awareness of the issues with a view to
helping clients reach international standards.
Requirements
This position will suit self-driven individuals who thrive in start-up environments.
Requirements
This position will suit self-driven individuals who thrive in start-up environments.
With the vast number
of development opportunities available in South Sudan, the position presents
you with an opportunity to take part in building the private sector in South
Sudan.
You
will have:
A masters level
degree in economics, finance, accounting or a related field; professional
qualifications related to financing and Private Equity/ Venture investments
5 - 8 years relevant
business experience at operative positions in finance or private
equity/Venture Capital
Experience in SME
financing
Experience of working
in post conflict areas will be an advantage
Fluency in English
while Swahili or Arabic will be an advantage
Computer literacy
with experience of Microsoft Office Suite and, in particular, financial
modelling in excel.
You will be expected
to carry out your duties according to Norfund’s Code of Conduct
This position is open to citizens of the Eastern African region and South Sudanese nationals are especially encouraged to apply.
How to Apply:
You should send their application to the address below. It should include:
This position is open to citizens of the Eastern African region and South Sudanese nationals are especially encouraged to apply.
How to Apply:
You should send their application to the address below. It should include:
- A covering
letter that clearly demonstrates, based on the job described here and its
requirements, why you are the best person for this job.
- An up-to-date
CV that includes a description of any relevant deals, and their
size, you have been involved in (without breaching confidentiality)
- The names and
addresses of three professional referees.
- Your email,
Skype address and day-time telephone number
- Details on
current remuneration and your contractual notice period/earliest
availability.
Investment Officer
Kinyeti
Venture Capital Ltd
Juba,
South Sudan
To support the management of our growing portfolio and to harness the immense investment potential that exists within South Sudan, we are seeking to fill the position of Investment Officer.
To support the management of our growing portfolio and to harness the immense investment potential that exists within South Sudan, we are seeking to fill the position of Investment Officer.
This position is
based in South Sudan and the successful candidate will report to the Senior
Investment Manager.
You will provide support to the Investment Managers primarily in the area of information gathering, analysis and modelling and project follow up.
You will provide support to the Investment Managers primarily in the area of information gathering, analysis and modelling and project follow up.
You will also be
responsible for evaluating TA needs in the portfolio and execute the necessary
follow up and reporting. In particular, your responsibilities will include:
Assist in
establishing deal flow
Assist the Investment
Managers in managing deal progress from inception to exit, against agreed
timelines and in conjunction with the Investment Managers as a team member.
This will entail:
Evaluating investment proposals from potential clients for preliminary discussion with Investment Managers
Evaluating investment proposals from potential clients for preliminary discussion with Investment Managers
Preparing and
presenting papers
Analysing companies
from a financial, operational, and industry perspectives
Executing field work
to support the due diligence processes
Maintaining up to
date information in archives and portfolio management systems;
Assist in managing
and monitoring the performance of investments, including the required reporting
(valuations etc.)
Assist in managing
compliance with ESG covenants and to increase awareness of the issues with a
view to helping clients reach international standards.
Together with client
companies, evaluate the need for TA assistance, and be responsible for implementation,
follow up and the necessary reporting.
Requirements
This position will suit a self-driven individual who thrives in start-up environments.
Requirements
This position will suit a self-driven individual who thrives in start-up environments.
With the vast number
of development opportunities available in South Sudan, the position presents you
with an opportunity to take part in building the private sector in South Sudan
and for your own career development.
The requirements for this position are:
- South Sudan
citizenship. Female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply
- A Bachelors degree
or above in economics, finance, accounting or a related field;
professional qualifications related to financing and Private Equity/
Venture investments is desirable
- 3 - 5 years
relevant business experience at operative positions in finance and
preferable in private equity/Venture Capital
- Experience in
SME financing is desirable
- Experience of
working in post conflict areas will be an advantage
- Fluency in
English while Swahili or Arabic will be an advantage
- Computer
literacy with experience of Microsoft Office Suite and, in particular
financial modelling in excel
You will be expected
to carry out your duties according to Norfund’s Code of Conduct
How to Apply:
You should send their application to the address below. It should include:
How to Apply:
You should send their application to the address below. It should include:
- A covering letter
that clearly demonstrates, based on the job described here and its
requirements, why you are the best person for this job.
- An up-to-date
CV that includes a description of any relevant deals, and their
size, you have been involved in (without breaching confidentiality)
- The names and
addresses of three professional referees.
- Your email,
Skype address and day-time telephone number
- Details on
current remuneration and your contractual notice period/earliest
availability.
Adept Systems
Management Consultants
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Management Consultants
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Closing date: 31st
May 2013
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Please note that we
do not charge for receiving or processing applications.
Kinyeti Venture Capital Ltd and its founders, Norfund and Swedfund are equal opportunity employers
