Investment Associate at Tiserin Capital

Join Tiserin Capital, a PE firm that seeks to unlock value and accelerate returns in African companies through a strategic partnership model that enhances management and governance in investee companies. The firm is anchored by one of East Africa’s largest financial holdings. This is a small team seeking an Associate with the right attitude, self-starting mind-set and strong quantitative, writing and presentation skills. The company is on a start up phase so please apply if have an entrepreneurial and open mind with an appetite to build from the ground up.

Only candidates with Kenyan work permitt will be considered

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Responsibilities:

• Support CEO and Managing Director.
• Support Board and Investment Committee members.
• Undertake Financial modeling including sensitivity analysis to support potential investment opportunities, divestments, or any other financial analysis required
• Prepare investment reports for the IC
• Prepare portfolio reports for Investment Committee and Limited Partners
• Support fund raising activities and prepare and present company profile
• Work with Environment and Social consultants to prepare project’s E&S impact report
• Establish and maintain relationship with industry, trade and professional organizations to enhance visibility of the firm and its portfolio companies in the market place
• Travel required – approximately 5-10 trips per year

Qualifications:

• Associates should have at least four years’ relevant experience
• Strong academic credentials – Masters degree or CFA III is required. Proficiency in math and finance required.
• Extensive accounting and financial modeling skills and experience in Excel. Candidates will be tested.
• Previous transaction experience on either the buy or sell side preferable but industry expertise will be equally valuable.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills - Clear, concise writing skills
• Three direct references required
• This job is for Kenyan citizens or residents with the appropriate work permit
• Compensation: Salary and annual bonus based on performance.
• Selected candidate will start on a six month probational contract.