Senior Investment / Economic Advisory Consultant at Applied Engineering Technology Initiative

Summary

• Study the industry and develop a robust business sourcing and development plan to attract new businesses for the firm and ensure proper coordination of the team to manage effectively existing businesses and grow the numbers sustainably with a good revenue generation drive.

Responsibilities

• Hold initial orientation meetings with the business unit stakeholders across levels.
• Continue networking to identify potential SMEs in the country with a focus on Lagos & its environs
• Arrange, and conduct seminars, workshops, and media campaigns to attract potential entrepreneurs in the country particularly in reference to the global market.
• Conduct necessary technical feasibility and economic viability studies for each of the potential entrepreneurs and interested SMEs.
• Market the firm’s products and services to the general public by leveraging different available platforms: social media, social clubs, professional bodies, religious organizations, and others.
• Develop business plans, followed by detailed business support action plans for each of the targeted SMEs
• Assist the SMEs in preparing their loan applications, brief them on the general procedures and requirements of the various financial institutions in the country.
• Avail self of international business climates, economic context, and financial regulatory requirements for global clients sourcing and advisory services.
• Establish backward linkages with commodity suppliers, raw material suppliers, technology providers, and other suppliers linked to clients’ product value chain.
• Analyze the outsourcing industry, and trends to identify potential business opportunities.

Requirements

• First Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• The Second Degree is a great advantage.
• ICAN/ACCA qualification is strongly desired.
• Minimum of Fifteen (15) years of relevant experience.
• Proven work experience in corporate finance, financial analysis, and planning.
• Ability to develop a good relationship and understanding of client's business.
• Experience with statistical and analytical tools.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent presentation and reporting skills.
• A strong and proven interest in Finance, Investments, and the business world.