SNV is a mission-driven global development partner working in more than 20 countries across Africa and Asia. Building on 60 years of experience and grounded in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, we work on the core themes of gender equality and social inclusion, climate adaptation and mitigation, and strong institutions and effective governance.  Together with our team of over 1,600 people, our mission is to strengthen capacities and catalyze partnerships that transform the agri-food, energy, and water systems, which enable sustainable and more equitable lives for all.

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SNV takes upon a crucial role as a partner in the management of the Origination Facility (OF) under the Dutch Fund for Climate and Development (DFCD, www.thedfcd.com). The primary objective within this facility is to source and develop projects until they reach the level of ‘bankability’. This phase is crucial as it paves the way for FMO (Netherlands Development Bank) and CFM (Climate Fund Managers) to secure private sector funding necessary for the implementation of impactful, climate-resilient projects. The OF is uniquely dedicated to identifying promising business ideas or projects and conducting preliminary feasibility studies, all with a specific focus on various thematic subsectors encompassed by the DFCD. We are strategically positioned to exploit landscape strategies to source activities and transform them into viable business propositions for our two investment windows, Water and Land use.

In a promising development, the Dutch government has recently granted approval for an additional €40 million in funding for the Origination Facility, covering the period from 2024 to 2027.

In principle SNV West Africa Countries (Nigeria, Ghana, Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger, Benin, Ivory Coast) are eligible for origination projects under the DFCD Phase 2 (2024-2027).

Overview of position

The advisor will be responsible for providing technical support to local companies within value chains with the aim to develop a pipeline of investable businesses cases in the assigned countries with the support and supervision of the Regional Business Investment Expert.

Duty station: Bamako, Cotonou or Ouagadougou, depending on the nationality of the successful candidate (national contract, start March or April 2024)

Key responsibilities:

1. Provide support in scoping and structuring new business cases in the assigned countries:

• Contributes to the identification and preparation of investment proposals, undertaking analysis and discussions with internal staff & clients as appropriate
• Ensuring compliance of business cases with the fund’s assessment framework
• Supporting planning and execution of due diligence visits
• Participates in client visits when requested
• Analyses financial data including ratios, projections, budgets, etc.
• Supports legal contracting process together with the DFCD Project Finance Officer.

      2. Monitoring a portfolio of contracted grants in the assigned countries.

• Prepares (credit)reviews incl. market and financial analysis
• Provides inputs to the regional Business Investment Officer by responding to requests for information/support
• Undertakes administrative tasks to ensure file completion (compliance and reporting)
• Participates in client monitoring visits when needed

       3. Providing analysis and support

• Provide support on repeat transactions for existing clients
• Assists team members in other aspects of the portfolio management process

Background

• Msc in (agri)economics, finance, business administration.
• Minimum of 2 years working experience as financial advisory services.
• Working experience in a multi country environment is a plus.

Personal skills

• Basic analytical knowledge /skills to assess investment propositions.
• financial modelling skills (Preferable).
• Displays a strong service and client communicative orientation.
• Strong team player.
• Good networking skills and relevant experience in networking.
• Pro-active work attitude and 'can do', solution-oriented attitude.
• Basic Knowledge on Climate Change and Sustainable development.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.

If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and a letter of motivation before/on the 20th of February 2024. Please submit your application only via Smart Recruiters. All information will be processed in the strictest confidence. 

If we see that your experience and skills match the requirements of the position, we will contact you shortly after the application deadline to discuss the next steps in the recruitment process. This will typically involve two interview rounds and an assignment. We aim to keep the process moving efficiently and will reach out promptly once we've had the chance to review all applications.

*SNV is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Working at SNV
SNV offers a challenging work environment, opportunities to lead and innovate, and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and diverse working environment. Our staff benefit from, and contribute to, an internal and global network of experts.

Vetting
SNV carries out rigorous background and reference checks concerning possible safeguarding incidents for all candidates applying for International determined positions. As SNV participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, all reference checks include a request to past employers to fill in a questionnaire regarding Misconduct (sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment), the “Statement of Conduct". This Statement of Conduct adopts the definitions used in the Scheme.