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Investment Officer / Analyst at FRAGG Investment Management Limited

FRAGG Investment Management Limited is an impact and Climate fund management and investment advisory firm with special focus on investments in the Impact sectors. FRAGG channels investments into the multi-sector (Impact and Green) SMEs in West Africa to generate empowerment and economic growth while creating a valuable social and environmental impact. Following the company's investment goals of balancing financial returns with social impact and environmental considerations, FRAGG uses both equity convertible debt and debt instruments to target the clients' financial needs through profitable investment products in a variety of sectors (agribusinesses, food processing, microfinance/fintech, health and related services, Education, Affordable housing, renewable energy, waste management/recycling). Additionally, FRAGG offers technical assistance in form of advisory and general business development services to SMEs aiming to improve their capacity to manage their businesses.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Investment Officer / Analyst

Location: Lagos

About The Job

Investment Officer / Analyst closely works with FRAGG’s Investment Director, and is responsible for the origination, design, negotiation, structuring and subsequent monitoring of the FRAGG’s investment portfolios.
The Investment Director coordinates the activities of the Investment Officers and works closely with Fragg's investment team in designing, executing and monitoring transactions.
The Investment Officer/Analyst will be based in Lagos, Nigeria with travels to Ghana, Togo, Benin and Cotè d'Ivoire, Cameroon and other West and Central African Countries.

Other Tasks and Responsibilities:

Participating in the investment / credit committee;
Creating and analyzing financial models;
Analyzing historical and projected financial statements;
Participating in investments negotiations and assisting in transaction documentation;
Conducting industry and market research for business development;
Participating in the monitoring of existing investments;
Coordinating the activities of the investment officers and analysts.
Develop exit strategies and lead divestment processes
Support the Managing Partner with company and investor relations
Develop, interpret and update complex financial models for potential and current projects
Preparing reports based on financial statements, financial models, project progress reports, and other information from portfolio or prospective client companies;
Designing and conducting due diligence;
Preparing documentation for FRAGGs internal approvals;
Establishing and maintaining close relationships with client companies to enhance new business opportunities;
Perform periodic project performance and credit review of investment as agreed with the Investment Director.

Qualifications and Requirements

Experience in Private Equity / Venture Capital firm, investment vehicle etc. (five or more years) with a track record in generation, execution and processing of investment private equity/venture capital deals, corporate finance, and/or structuring transactions;
Solid foundation in accounting and financial model and analysis;
Demonstrated teamwork skills;
Strong client service orientation with an openness to feedback and new ideas;
Excellent presentation skills;
Fluency in writing and speech in English and French;
Additional professional qualifications (e.g. CFA/ACA/ACCA, MBA, PMP etc) will be an advantage
Masters or equivalent degree with specialization in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Management and related fields;
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and sound judgment to identify issues and present creative and practical solutions;

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Application with the subject "Investment Officer / Analyst" to: [email protected] with the following documents: