Intern, Capital Mobilization and Partnerships at Africa Finance Corporation (AFC)

Job Reference: CR8324B

Job Summary

• This is a front office role where the Intern is required to provide technical, financial and general administrative support to the Capital Mobilization and Partnerships Team of AFC; a team which is responsible for AFC’s Equity
• Mobilization efforts, Membership & Ratification of African countries and positioning AFC as partner of choice by fostering collaborations with key institutions on the continent and across key global markets in Europe, Middle East, Asia Pacific and North America.

Key Responsibilities

• Support in equity raise efforts including:
• Investor mapping & engagements
• Preparation of investor engagement materials (pitch books, investor analysis, financial models)
• Due diligence & iterative Q&A sessions with prospective investors
• Coordinating roadshows for equity investors and workstreams required for investor engagements during roadshows
• Support market intelligence, economic, socio-political and global project research for key target markets
• Manage technical and administrative duties in relation to AFC country membership & ratification program
• Engage in partnership discussions and support execution of initiatives emanating from partnerships
• Competency & Skill Requirements
• Positive, proactive personality with a strong work ethic and motivation to succeed
• Strong technical and financial modelling skills to analyse market trends, financial statements, and projections to support fundraising efforts.
• Excellent communication skills to facilitate interactions with current and potential investors
• Good project management skills to oversee project timelines and due diligence process
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
• Ability to collaborate with multiple managers on transactions across various markets.
• Strong skill set in preparing pitches for roadshows, investor engagement events, etc.
• Ability to multitask and function effectively under pressure.
• High sense of responsibility, accountability, and dependability. Confidential

Education

• First degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics.
• Relevant certifications related to finance and/or project management.
• Additional relevant qualifications such an MBA or MSc. (could be in view) in a relevant field will be an advantage.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years professional experience
• Previous internship or work experience in investment banking, private equity, equity capital raising, corporate finance and multilateral finance institutions
• Willingness to travel “out-of-station” with minimal prior notice
• Fluency in written and spoken English is mandatory while oral and written fluency in other international languages will be an added advantage.