Analyst at Genesis Analytics

Description:

The FSS practice is expanding and is looking for junior consultants to join the team as Analysts in East Africa specifically from the following countries; Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. This is a great opportunity for candidates with a background in economics, finance or an allied discipline to join a dynamic team in economics consulting and to get exposure across the financial sector and the continent.

The main purpose of the Analyst job is to join a team of consultants to facilitate the completion of consulting assignments for clients across the financial services sector. Analysts are primarily required to demonstrate technical excellence in problem solving and in delivering and communicating results, but an ability to manage work load and keep a client-focused mindset are also important in the role.

Requirements:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:     

• Identify and analyse the most critical aspects of a client’s problem
• Identify creative and technically sound analyses required to make recommendations
• Gather relevant information and be able to analyse in detail to help generate factually-based solutions
• Formulate conclusions based on appropriately interpreting synthesized information
• Display structured, logical thinking in the analysis, presentation and delivery of solutions
• Write clear and persuasive end-products, including presentations and written reports
• Present findings to senior stakeholders across the client’s organisation
• Complete allocated tasks and responsibilities timeously and to a high standard of quality
• Support the development of the practice by contributing to marketing and proposal initiatives
• Contribute to the accumulation of knowledge in the practice and across the firm

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Postgraduate degree in Economics, Finance or allied fields, with a track record of excellence.
• Masters’ degree a plus
• Work experience in consulting, research, or in financial services is an advantage

PERSONAL COMPETENCIES:

• Individuals need to be based in an East African Country (Kenya, Uganda or Tanzania) and have the ability to work remotely.  
• African Diaspora students looking to return home to Kenya, Uganda or Tanzania are also encouraged to apply.
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently
• Strong planning and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize
• Professional approach and confident appearance
• Strong problem solver, an excellent writer and sound analytical skills a must
• Willingness and ability to travel throughout Sub-Saharan Africa
• Advanced MS Office literacy (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

DISCLAIMER:

• Appointments are made in line with Genesis Analytics’ Employment Equity Plan and Policies
• Communication will be with short-listed candidates only - if you do not receive any feedback on your application within 3 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful
• Genesis Analytics reserves the right not to proceed with an appointment of any advertised role