Kinyeti
Venture Capital is a private equity investment company offering risk capital to
profitable private sector enterprises in South Sudan.
The
company was established in mid-2012 as a joint venture between Norfund and
Swedfund.
We
also offer Technical Assistance (TA) to investee companies if and when
necessary i.e. training, management support, governance, etc, and play an
active role in following up on investments.
In the last one year of operation in South Sudan, we have been able to build an impressive portfolio of investee companies and anticipate to fully commit the current investment capital of USD 4.5M in over 10 projects by end 2013.
In the last one year of operation in South Sudan, we have been able to build an impressive portfolio of investee companies and anticipate to fully commit the current investment capital of USD 4.5M in over 10 projects by end 2013.
We
intend to increase the capital base to USD 20M in 2014 and later on to USD
50M.
Visit
http://kinyeticapital.com
for more information.
Investment Manager
Kinyeti
Venture Capital Ltd
Juba,
South Sudan
To support the management of our growing portfolio and to harness the immense investment potential that exists within South Sudan, we are seeking to fill the position of Investment Manager.
To support the management of our growing portfolio and to harness the immense investment potential that exists within South Sudan, we are seeking to fill the position of Investment Manager.
The
position is based in South Sudan and the successful candidate will report to
the Senior Investment Manager.
You will source, structure, negotiate, manage/follow up and exit deals that contribute to the maximisation of returns and secure high developmental impact. In particular, you will have the following responsibilities:
You will source, structure, negotiate, manage/follow up and exit deals that contribute to the maximisation of returns and secure high developmental impact. In particular, you will have the following responsibilities:
Establish
deal flow and develop business contacts
Manage
deal progress from inception to exit, against agreed timelines and in
conjunction with the Senior Investment Manager, as a project manager or as a
team member.
This
will entail:
Evaluating
investment proposals from potential clients for preliminary discussion with the
Senior Investment Manager to decide whether to take forward to the
Investment Committee (IC)
Preparing
and presenting papers to the IC/Board
Analysing
companies from a financial, operational, and industry perspective and create
valuation models to support transactions, including DCF models and comparables
Executing
field work to support the due diligence processes
Managing
the commitment and disbursement procedures
Maintaining
up to date information in archives and portfolio management systems;
Managing
the performance of investments monitoring investments, including the required
reporting (valuations etc.)
Managing
compliance with ESG covenants and to increase awareness of the issues with a
view to helping clients reach international standards.
Requirements
This position will suit self-driven individuals who thrive in start-up environments.
Requirements
This position will suit self-driven individuals who thrive in start-up environments.
With
the vast number of development opportunities available in South Sudan, the
position presents you with an opportunity to take part in building the private sector
in South Sudan.
You
will have:
A
masters level degree in economics, finance, accounting or a related
field; professional qualifications related to financing and Private Equity/
Venture investments
5
- 8 years relevant business experience at operative positions in finance
or private equity/Venture Capital
Experience
in SME financing
Experience
of working in post conflict areas will be an advantage
Fluency
in English while Swahili or Arabic will be an advantage
Computer
literacy with experience of Microsoft Office Suite and, in particular,
financial modelling in excel.
You
will be expected to carry out your duties according to Norfund’s Code of
Conduct
This position is open to citizens of the Eastern African region and South Sudanese nationals are especially encouraged to apply.
How to Apply:
You should send their application to the address below. It should include:
This position is open to citizens of the Eastern African region and South Sudanese nationals are especially encouraged to apply.
How to Apply:
You should send their application to the address below. It should include:
- A covering
letter that clearly demonstrates, based on the job described here and its
requirements, why you are the best person for this job.
- An up-to-date
CV that includes a description of any relevant deals, and their
size, you have been involved in (without breaching confidentiality)
- The names and
addresses of three professional referees.
- Your email,
Skype address and day-time telephone number
- Details on
current remuneration and your contractual notice period/earliest
availability.
Investment Officer
Kinyeti
Venture Capital Ltd
Juba,
South Sudan
To support the management of our growing portfolio and to harness the immense investment potential that exists within South Sudan, we are seeking to fill the position of Investment Officer.
To support the management of our growing portfolio and to harness the immense investment potential that exists within South Sudan, we are seeking to fill the position of Investment Officer.
This
position is based in South Sudan and the successful candidate will report to
the Senior Investment Manager.
You will provide support to the Investment Managers primarily in the area of information gathering, analysis and modelling and project follow up.
You will provide support to the Investment Managers primarily in the area of information gathering, analysis and modelling and project follow up.
You
will also be responsible for evaluating TA needs in the portfolio and execute
the necessary follow up and reporting. In particular, your responsibilities
will include:
Assist
in establishing deal flow
Assist
the Investment Managers in managing deal progress from inception to exit,
against agreed timelines and in conjunction with the Investment Managers as a
team member. This will entail:
Evaluating investment proposals from potential clients for preliminary discussion with Investment Managers
Evaluating investment proposals from potential clients for preliminary discussion with Investment Managers
Preparing
and presenting papers
Analysing
companies from a financial, operational, and industry perspectives
Executing
field work to support the due diligence processes
Maintaining
up to date information in archives and portfolio management systems;
Assist
in managing and monitoring the performance of investments, including the
required reporting (valuations etc.)
Assist
in managing compliance with ESG covenants and to increase awareness of the
issues with a view to helping clients reach international standards.
Together
with client companies, evaluate the need for TA assistance, and be responsible
for implementation, follow up and the necessary reporting.
Requirements
This position will suit a self-driven individual who thrives in start-up environments.
Requirements
This position will suit a self-driven individual who thrives in start-up environments.
With
the vast number of development opportunities available in South Sudan, the
position presents you with an opportunity to take part in building the private
sector in South Sudan and for your own career development.
The requirements for this position are:
- South Sudan
citizenship. Female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply
- A Bachelors degree
or above in economics, finance, accounting or a related field;
professional qualifications related to financing and Private Equity/
Venture investments is desirable
- 3 - 5 years
relevant business experience at operative positions in finance and
preferable in private equity/Venture Capital
- Experience in
SME financing is desirable
- Experience of
working in post conflict areas will be an advantage
- Fluency in
English while Swahili or Arabic will be an advantage
- Computer
literacy with experience of Microsoft Office Suite and, in particular
financial modelling in excel
You
will be expected to carry out your duties according to Norfund’s Code of
Conduct
How to Apply:
You should send their application to the address below. It should include:
How to Apply:
You should send their application to the address below. It should include:
- A covering letter
that clearly demonstrates, based on the job described here and its
requirements, why you are the best person for this job.
- An up-to-date
CV that includes a description of any relevant deals, and their
size, you have been involved in (without breaching confidentiality)
- The names and
addresses of three professional referees.
- Your email,
Skype address and day-time telephone number
- Details on
current remuneration and your contractual notice period/earliest
availability.
Adept
Systems
Management Consultants
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Management Consultants
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Closing
date: 31st May 2013
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Please
note that we do not charge for receiving or processing applications.
Kinyeti Venture Capital Ltd and its founders, Norfund and Swedfund are equal opportunity employers