Qualifications:

• Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Economics, or related field.
• Post graduate degrees such as Masters in the same field, CA (SA), certifications such as CFA would be advantageous.

Experience:

• Driven track record of successful fundraising and deal closures, with at least 5 years of experience in corporate finance, investment banking, or similar field.
• Proficiency in financial modelling, valuation techniques, and risk analysis.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to craft persuasive funding proposals and deliver impactful presentations.
• Strong negotiation skills and a keen understanding of legal and contractual aspects related to fundraising and deal structuring.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with diverse stakeholders, including capital providers and internal teams.
• 5-10 years’ experience in raising funds or/and managing funding partnership(s).
• Experience in management of teams.
• Experience in developing/reviewing and using corporate/project/structured finance financial models.
• Grounded experience on development issues.
• Strong customer focus and ability to engage effectively with senior officials of banks, corporates and governments.
• Experience working in a high-level collaborative and culturally diverse environment.
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities while building effective relationships.
• Extremely organized and persistent, with drive and determination to achieve goals.
• Extensive experience B-BBEE verification/ rating service.
• Extensive knowledge of the BEE Act, Codes of Good Practice, sector charters and PPPFA.