Vice President of Investments - Energy (Corporate Finance)

• You're an investment strategist with a strong corporate finance background, adept at structuring and negotiating deals.
• You're experienced in renewable energy and low-carbon technologies, with a keen understanding of market dynamics and regulatory frameworks.
• You're an expert in financial modelling, valuation, and risk analysis, particularly for energy sector investments.
• You're a due diligence professional, ensuring financial, operational, and legal risks are thoroughly assessed.
• You're a strong communicator and negotiator, comfortable engaging with investors, project developers, and financial advisors.

• You will lead investment opportunity identification, focusing on renewable energy and low-carbon infrastructure projects.
• You will develop and execute investment strategies that align with market trends and the firm’s growth objectives.
• You will structure and negotiate financing solutions for energy projects, leveraging your corporate finance expertise.
• You will develop detailed financial models, including cash flow projections, valuation models, and sensitivity analyses.
• You will oversee financial due diligence, ensuring comprehensive assessments of potential investments.
• You will cultivate and manage relationships with key stakeholders, including investors, project developers, and senior leadership.
• You will conduct in-depth research on energy market trends, technological advancements, and regulatory changes to inform investment decisions.
• You will work closely with senior management and investment committees, presenting recommendations that drive high-value investments.

• A bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field (minimum of Second Class Upper).
• At least 7 years of experience in corporate finance, investment banking, or private equity, with a focus on energy investments.
• Expertise in deal structuring, financial modelling, and energy asset financing.
• Deep knowledge of low-carbon and renewable energy sectors, including regulatory and financial trends.
• Strong financial acumen with experience in project finance, M&A, and joint ventures.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with international best practices in energy asset financing and strategic investments.

• Navigating complex regulatory environments and evolving energy policies.
• Balancing financial viability with the risks of emerging energy technologies.
• Managing diverse stakeholder expectations across investors, developers, and regulators.

• Competitive compensation package
• Exposure to high-impact energy investment projects
• Opportunities for career growth in a dynamic and evolving sector
• The chance to be part of Africa’s energy transformation

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