Norwegian
Investment Fund for Developing Countries (Norfund) is owned by the Norwegian
Government and serves as an instrument in Norwegian development policy.
We invest in the
establishment and development of profitable and sustainable enterprises in
developing countries, and our aim is to contribute to economic growth and
poverty reduction.
The main areas
of investment are in Eastern and Southern Africa with offices located in
Maputo, Johannesburg and Nairobi.
Additionally, we
invest in selected countries in Asia and Central America with regional offices
in Thailand and Cost Rica. In 2012, we had a portfolio of about US$1.4 billion
and about 55 employees.
Please visit www.norfund.no for more information.
Investment Director – Head of
Regional Office in Nairobi
The regional
office in Nairobi, which covers Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi and
South Sudan, is part of the Industrial Partnerships Department which mainly
invests in agribusiness.
Our present Head
of Regional office in Nairobi has served Norfund for over 16 years, the last 6
years being in Africa, where he is credited with significantly growing the
regional portfolio.
The candidate we
seek to fill his shoes must have substantial experience in operative management
in agribusiness and/or investment management and a master’s degree in finance.
You will be
project manager for a range of investments and team leader for the Nairobi
team.
You will report
to the Head of Department, Industrial Partnerships and SME Funds based in Oslo,
Norway.
Scope of work
- Team leader regional office
- Pipeline building in the region and relationship building with important regional stakeholders
- Management of a range of investments in our portfolio.
- Follow up and trouble shooting in challenging investments.
- Appraisal of investment proposals, with emphasis on risks and risk mitigation.
- Due diligence processes
- Valuation analysis.
Qualifications
- Masters in Finance
- Experience or training in agribusiness
- Strong network and substantial work experience in the region
- Senior Management experience
- Structured and efficient work style.
- Result oriented, and ability to work in small teams and with co-investment partners.
- Sector knowledge
- Excellent communication abilities in English
We can offer
- Highly competent and international working environment.
- Competitive remuneration
- Team leadership in a flat management structure
- Practical experience from challenging investments in the region
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
All enquires and
applications should be sent to:
Adept Systems
Management
Consultants
Email:
recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Closing date:
30th August 2013
Only shortlisted
candidates will be contacted.
Please note that
we do not charge for receiving or processing applications.
Norfund is an
equal opportunity employer
