Project Advisory Officer at Trade and Development Bank (TDB)

Job Summary

The Project Advisory Officer position in the Transaction Advisory Unit will play a critical role in facilitating investment in development projects specifically on PPPs. The Officer is expected to provide high-level analytical support, project evaluation, and financial modelling expertise to assist in structuring transactions.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Project Advisory Officer performs the following duties:

• Project Evaluation and Analysis: Conduct detailed financial, market, and operational analysis of potential investment projects. This includes assessing project feasibility, risks, returns, and alignment with TDB's strategic objectives.
• Financial Modelling: Develop complex financial models to simulate project outcomes under various scenarios and assist in structuring viable financing solutions.
• Transaction Structuring: Work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to structure transactions that are financially viable and developmentally impactful.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with government entities, project sponsors, financial institutions, and other stakeholders to facilitate project development and implementation.
• Research and Advisory: Provide research support and advisory services on market trends, investment opportunities, and financial instruments. This includes drafting reports, investment briefs, and presentations for a variety of audiences.
• Capacity Building: Support the development of internal capacity for transaction advisory services through knowledge sharing.

Qualifications and Competencies

• A Master's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Banking, Finance, or Economics with relevant professional qualifications as added advantage.
• A minimum of 5 - 8 years of relevant professional experience in finance, investment banking, consultancy, or a related field, with a strong focus on financial modelling and project finance.
• Demonstrated experience in structuring complex transactions in the development sector.
• Proficient in financial analysis software (Excel) and other tools.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in diverse teams and manage multiple projects.
• Ability to analyze complex financial data.
• Understanding of the strategic objectives of the DFI and ability to align projects accordingly.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex financial concept to non-experts.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and contribute to a collaborative environment.
• Fluency in English is a requirement. Knowledge of another official language of TDB Group's member states (French or Portuguese) would be an added advantage.