Investment Analyst /Senior Investment Analyst

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Title: Investment Analyst/Senior Investment Analyst, Accelerate Prosperity, Kyrgyz Republic

Reports to: Country Director and Investment Manager, Accelerate Prosperity, Kyrgyz Republic

Location: Bishkek (with frequent travels to regions)

Salary and package: Competitive salary and professional development opportunities.

About Accelerate Prosperity

Accelerate Prosperity (AP) is a part of new initiative of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) in Central and South Asia, which provides a formal structure to catalyze enterprises, where economic opportunities remain insufficient. Through patient capital and tailored technical assistance to startups and Small and Growing Businesses (SGBs), AP facilitates mentorship, enables promising enterprises to become finance and investment-ready, and enables access to tailored financing and business networks. As of today AP is positioning as an investment business accelerator with USD 3mio portfolio. 

Qualification requirements

Required Qualifications and Experience:

●      Minimum 5-7 years’ experience financing or facilitating financing to SMEs either at financial institutions (banks, DFIs) or at an investment vehicle (e.g. funds) in a role of SME analyst, MBA,CFA, ACCA designation is a plus.

●      SME financing or investment experience is a major asset

●      Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in business, economics, finance or other relevant fields.

●      Proficiency in English, Kyrgyz and Russian are required.

●      Must possess excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal, analytical, conceptual, and partner relations skills.

●      Proven experience in deal sourcing, due diligence, and investment evaluation

●      Good reporting and writing skills are required.

●      Strong financial analysis and modeling skills

●      Excellent understanding of market trends, particularly in technology and innovation sectors

Duties

Job Responsibilities:

●      Management and oversight of the existing investment portfolio

●   Implementation of all phases of the investment life cycle e.g. pipeline sourcing, evaluation of prospective investment, Investment Committee presentations, delivery of value creation plan, exit of portfolio companies, drafting deal term sheets etc.

●      Monitor portfolio performance and prepare regular performance reports

●      Develop financial models and projections to support investment decisions

●    Conduct thorough market research and analysis to identify potential investment opportunities, Source and screen potential investment opportunities through networking, market research, and industry connections.

●      Program Delivery: assist in implementation of different components of AP’s acceleration programme, including: (but not limited to) company selection and interviewing, specific trainings delivery and technical assistance, mentorship

●      Contribute to the development and implementation of the fund’s investment strategy

●      Assist in preparing financial and narrative reports according to the donor contact in a timely manner.

●      Assist with other urgent tasks if necessary

Conditions

Accelerate Prosperity is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from minority group members, women, persons with disabilities, and others who respect and reflect the diversity of our service users.

Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, CV (no other documents, please) via email: aiperi.mukashova@akdn.org

Subject line: Investment Analyst or Senior Investment Analyst

Application deadline: August 22, 2024

To learn more about us, please visit our website at: www.accelerateprosperity.org and www.akdn.org

Thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.