JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify new, and prioritise existing key clients based on a set criteria (i.e. financial metrics, current and potential revenue and margin) and strategic factors.
• Lead, initiate and develop new business strategies and opportunities to create a pipeline of development impact projects ensuring deal flow and bankability.
• Contribute to the development of Divisional and Business unit strategies and implementation thereof.

• Work closely with the project preparation team to facilitate project preparation, scoping, feasibility studies and business plans with the intention of closing investment deals.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, global and regional private businesses and facilitate the identification of opportunities to initiate viable projects.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• In depth knowledge and understanding of infrastructure market, financial markets and the macro landscape.
• Strong networks and relations with clients, global and regional private investors and banks in order to identify and source viable projects/investments.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the complex financial and regulatory environments across Africa.
• Successful track record in leading project teams with high level stakeholders and qualified professionals;

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:

• An Honours degree in Finance, Business, Accounting, Engineering or Economics;
• Experience in securing deals of appropriate size for sectors and geographies in question.
• Experienced communicator and negotiator (expertise at senior level).
• 10-12 years’ experience in appraising, negotiating and closing Project Finance, Corporate Finance, or Structured Finance transactions in a financial institution;

JOB DETAILS:

• Company: Development Bank of Southern Africa
• Vacancy Type: Full Time
• Job Location: Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa
• Application Deadline: SEE APPLICATION PAGE