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NATIONAL EMPOWERMENT FUND (NEF)
 

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INVESTMENT ANALYST
Listing reference: nef_000077
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 8 August 2024
Position summary
Industry: Financial Services
Job category: Banking, Finance, Insurance. Stockbroking
Location: Sandton
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes
 
Introduction
The key purpose of this role is to provide support function to Investment Associates on all areas of transaction execution.
 
Job description
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT / TRANSACTION ORIGINATION 
  1. Supports business development initiatives. Develop and maintain client network and relationships
  2. Develop and maintain relationships with industry peers; 
  3. Passively interact with BEE groups, intermediaries, lending institutions, and other stakeholders; 
  4. Actively participate in business development initiatives at the request of the Fund Manager and/or Divisional Executive; 
  5. Contribute to the development of a business development strategy; 
  6. Start to build networks within the financial and BEE market with peers, leveraging the NEF’s development status; 
  7. Actively participate in deal forums in order to build reputation as an acknowledged analyst; 
 
TRANSACTION ANALYSIS 
  1. Apply standard investment analysis (under the advice / assistance of senior team members) on deal structuring techniques, market analysis and valuation principles 
  2. Provide comprehensive financial analysis using approved financial modelling tools to the Deal Team on transactions presented to the NEF; 
  3. Analyse, compile and report on market information on a deal-by-deal basis; 
  4. Provide comprehensive valuation analysis on all transactions in order to mitigate risks to the NEF and the parties it supports by using industry best practice in valuation analysis; 
  5. Mobilise, coordinate and guide internal and external resources to appraise deals / applications; 
  6. Leverage relationships within the industry to create on-going industry analysis inflow from other institutions;
  7. Manage and influence internal decision–making and project process to obtain investment approval; 
  8. Develop a broad knowledge (of corporate finance / private equity macro environment, sector, and other specific transaction dynamics) to support the team in identifying and recommending appropriate mitigation measures on key risk issues; 
  9. Partake in due diligence exercises at the request of the senior deal team member, using approved processes and principles as outlined in the due diligence scope; 
  10. Provide commentary on innovative / optimum / appropriate finance and legal structures for each investment deal ensuring long term sustainability / viability of the project to the benefit of the client and the NEF.
 
Minimum requirements
 
Qualification Requirements
  • Graduate degree at least, preferably a BCom, CA, CFA or equivalent
 
Experience / Skills Required
  • 2 – 5 years Financial modelling and analysis experience; 
  • A generalist in corporate finance with experience in private equity; 
  • An expert Analyst demonstrating a good to high command of the abilities required to perform the role. 
  • Understanding of NEF mandate and investment guidelines; 
  • Possess good analytical and modelling skills.
 
Personal Attributes/Behaviours/Attitudes
  • Analytical thinker 
  • Strong entrepreneurial understanding 
  • Assertive disposition 
  • Strong team contributor 
  • Exceptional time management quantities 
  • Integrity beyond reproach 
  • Maintains high levels of work standards
 
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INVESTMENT ASSOCIATE
Listing reference: nef_000069
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 6 August 2024
Position summary
Industry: Financial Services
Job category: Banking, Finance, Insurance. Stockbroking
Location: Cape Town
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes
 
Introduction
As an Investment Associate in our Western Cape Regional Office, you will have the responsibility to screen and process regional applications in accordance with the NEF policies and procedures. Additionally, process and refer applications that meet requirements to the Funds for further consideration and monitor the NEF investment portfolio within the Regional Office.
 
Job description
  • Performing eligibility screening of new applications for funding in terms of NEF’s criteria and mandate. 
  • Perform commercial screening of applications in terms of NEF’s commercial assessment, framework, and generate reports for assessed application, with recommendations on whether the applications should be accepted or rejected. 
  • Prepare financial analysis as part of the commercial screening process of new applications. 
  • Call applicants to request information and meet as well as advice applicants where applicable. 
  • Perform desk top research using search engines such as Google, INet Brigde, etc. to obtain industry information required in the assessment of applications. 
  • Identify risks on applications and make recommendations to Regional Manager in respect of way forward. 
  • Build networks in Western Cape and source good deal flow for the NEF. 
  • Attend conferences and seminars that are part of the Pre-Investment Business Support. 
  • Resolve complaints that cannot be resolved by Product Advisor and provide Pre-Investment mentorship to applicants where necessary. 
  • Perform business valuations for applicants. 
  • Conduct post investment due diligence and monitoring of all investments in the NEF iMbewu portfolio. 
  • Conduct due diligence on applications from existing investees for further funding and obtain approval from the relevant committees per the DOA. 
  • Provide and facilitate technical assistance and mentorship to all investees in conjunction with the POIU 
  • Conduct effective portfolio management to reduce the portfolio risk of the NEF in conjunction with the POIU. 
  • Maintain CRM (customer relationship management) will all existing investees.
 
Minimum requirements
 
Qualification Requirements
  • B Com (Finance, Accounting, Financial Management, Management Accounting) Degree. 
  • Postgraduate Commerce Degree will be a distinct advantage.
 
Experience / Skills Required
  • 3 years’ experience on 2 or more of the following areas: SME funding/deal making/ investment environment, business banking, venture capital environment and/or development finance. 
  • 3 years’ experience in managing a SME portfolio. 
  • Good understanding of the investment process especially as it relates to SME funding. 
  • Basic understanding of the various investment instruments and deal structures applicable to a SME portfolio. 
  • Good working knowledge of key commercial statutes and regulations (e.g. Tax, Companies Act and BEE legislative environment). 
  • Ability to perform desk top analysis and risk assessments on applications and put forward compelling written recommendations for consideration. 
  • Ability to analyse and interpret financial statements. 
  • Working experience in due diligence appraisals. 
  • Ability to generate deal flow through own networks. 
  • PC literacy and competency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. 
  • Good Presentation Skills and ability to communicate at all levels. 
  • Strong negotiating skills. 
  • Strong credit control / collections skills.
 
Personal Attributes/Behaviours/Attitudes
  • Ability to maintain good relationships with clients. 
  • Ability to work in a team. 
  • Must be self-motivated. 
  • Ability to take initiative and make decisions. 
  • Interpersonal Skills. 
  • Attention to detail. 
  • Result orientation and deadline – driven. 
  • Exceptionally professional with outstanding business ethics. 
  • Time and task management.
 
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