Investment Associate(KZN)

About the position

Performing eligibility screening of new applications for funding in terms of criteria and mandate.
- Perform commercial screening of applications in terms of commercial assessment, framework, and generate reports for assessed application, with recommendations on whether the applications should be accepted or rejected.
- Prepare financial analysis as part of the commercial screening process of new applications.
- Call applicants to request information and meet as well as advice applicants where applicable.
- Perform desk top research using search engines such as Google, INet Bridge, etc. to obtain industry information required in the assessment of applications.
- Identify risks on applications and make recommendations to Regional Manager in respect of way forward.
- Build networks in Kwa-Zulu Natal and source good deal flow for the organisation.

3 years' experience on 2 or more of the following areas: SME funding/deal making/ investment environment, business banking, venture capital environment and/or development finance,
- 3 years' experience in managing an SME portfolio.
- Good understanding of the investment process especially as it relates to SME funding

Desired Skills:

• Pre investment

Desired Qualification Level:

• Degree

About The Employer:

SOE