Investment Analyst – Nairobi

About the role

A diversified investment holding company operating across East and Southern Africa, with its headquarters in Nairobi, is recruiting an Investment Analyst. The company invests in five strategic sectors: Renewables, Properties, Services, Gold and Ag, Food & Forestry. The analyst will analyse new projects, investments and deals.

Key responsibilities

• Monthly reporting and analysis for Senior Management
• Quarterly reporting and analysis for the Board
• Biannual valuation of the Company's portfolio
• Appraisal of new projects, investments and deals
• Aggregation of group budgets and forecasts
• Supporting fundraising and exits
• Market research and deal origination
• Tracking investor relations

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or equivalent
• Professional qualification such as CFA, CPA, ACCA or equivalent
• 3-7 years' experience in a similar role
• Good interpersonal skills and integrity
• Experience in financial modelling
• Strong writing and presentation skills
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritise and take on new types of work

The vacancy is advertised by Summit Recruitment & Search, a recruitment agency in Kenya, which states it does not charge fees to candidates. Applications are made through the agency's application process.