Deal Sourcing Specialist at Welcome2Africa

Job Description

• Identify, assess, and onboard investment opportunities that align with ITFD’s focus sectors and value chains.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to uncover emerging investment opportunities.
• Develop detailed profiles for potential deals, including financial and operational assessments.
• Categorize and prioritize deals based on ticket sizes, investment criteria, and sectoral focus.
• Manage and maintain data rooms, ensuring accessibility and accuracy for due diligence.
• Draft, negotiate, and finalize engagement letters, NDAs, and other relevant agreements.
• Build and maintain relationships with business owners, operators, and stakeholders to grow the deal pipeline.
• Identify and secure interest from offtakers and develop long-term strategic partnerships.
• Monitor deal performance and provide periodic updates and reports to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the Trade Analyst to align sourcing with trade objectives and supplier capacities.
• Participate in promotional events, webinars, and conferences to enhance deal visibility.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field; a Master’s degree is a plus.
• Proven experience in deal sourcing, investment profiling, or portfolio management.
• Strong understanding of financial metrics and investment analysis.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.
• Proficiency in CRM systems, data management tools, and market research software.

Benefits

• Salary: ₦180,000 per month.
• Performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive Health Management Organization (HMO) coverage.
• 13th-month salary as an additional incentive.
• Career growth and leadership opportunities in a dynamic and rapidly growing organization.