Manager, Investments at Human Asset Consultants

Reporting to the General Manager, Finance & Investments, the successful candidate will coordinate acquisition and management of the Organization’s investments with the aim of increasing the value of the Organization and assure best return on investment.

Managerial Responsibilities

1. Provide direction in the management of the Investments department.
2. Provide sound leadership to the staff in the department.
3. Prepare comprehensive annual budgets for approval.
4. Ensure compliance with approved budgets including prudent and timely spending.
5. Ensure effective staff supervision.
6. Network, develop and maintain mutual relationships with relevant government bodies and institutions to ensure compliance on fiscal matters.
7. Lead in creation, implementation and communication of financial information to the Management team and stakeholders.
8. Ensure timely reporting of department performance.
9. Ensure sound systems, policies and procedures for effective functioning of the department are in place.
10. Ensure highest standards of operational efficiency and quality of service to staff.

Core Responsibilities

1. Develop investment and valuation policies, guidelines and standard operating procedures compliant to national laws, government regulations and legislative requirements.
2. Source for investments or investment mixes for acquisition by the Organization.
3. Perform the appropriate due diligence to substantiate the long-term value of investments and confirm that investments are consistent with the Organization’s investment guidelines.
4. Coordinate all the legal negotiations and related activity necessary to close acquisitions and securing any financing required.
5. Ensure adequate portfolio and asset management during the term of the investment.
6. Ensure adequate leasing, financing, maintenance, and renovation of all aspects of acquired properties.
7. Develop valuation models to determine accurate value of investments.
8. Coordinate all disposition efforts.
9. Ensure full maximization of acquired assets.
10. Ensure adequate research including industry analyses, to inform valuation, financial forecasting, and decision making.
11. Monitor financial performance of individual investments to ensure risk goals are met.
12. Present investment information, including product risks, fees, or Organization performance statistics for reporting to members and stakeholders.
13. Continuous professional development to keep up with current industry trends.
14. Prepare and submit timely reports and information for decision making.
15. Any other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

1. Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Economics
2. Full professional qualification in CFA
3. Member of Chartered Institute for Securities and Investments (CISI)
4. At least 6 years’ experience 2 of which should be in a managerial position
5. Sound knowledge and understanding of investment markets, pension, organization structures and asset management

Essential Competencies

1. Proficiency in ICT
2. Analytical and strong investment evaluation skills
3. Risk and quantitative analysis skills
4. Outstanding networking and relationship management ability
5. Excellent numerical and decision making ability
6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
7. Good co-ordinating and planning skills
8. Ability to plan and organise work often under stressful conditions

Essential Personal Attributes

1. Team player
2. Integrity and confidentiality
3. Persuasive and credible
4. Self-motivated and focused
5. Results oriented
6. Ability to work independently
7. Entrepreneurial
8. Creative and innovative