Job Summary
The Senior Analyst, Export Development Finance and Advisory will support the review, structuring, and analysis of financing requests, financial assessments, and transaction management within the Export Development Division. The role involves preparing financial models, transaction documents, tracking pipelines, conducting market research, and supporting client engagements to enhance export development financing.
The ideal candidate should have strong financial analysis, credit risk assessment, and business development skills, with experience in trade finance and structured lending.
Key Responsibilities
Transaction Structuring & Financial Analysis
- Conduct preliminary reviews of financing and non-financing requests, ensuring alignment with Afreximbank’s eligibility criteria.
- Perform financial statement analysis, calculating key ratios including leverage, profitability, efficiency, and coverage ratios.
- Evaluate the financial assumptions underlying client proposals to ensure credibility.
- Support the development of pre-assessment memos for Pre-Assessment Committee (PAC) presentations.
- Draft term sheets for prospective transactions, ensuring alignment with customer needs and Afreximbank’s products.
- Assist in determining transaction pricing to meet the Bank’s hurdle rates.
- Provide business and commercial recommendations following initial transaction reviews.
Reporting & Pipeline Management
- Maintain and update the EXDE Finance transaction pipeline.
- Prepare and submit monthly reports on the division’s activities and financial performance.
- Develop management information (MI) reports to support strategic decision-making.
Business Development & Market Research
- Assist in the development and distribution of marketing collateral for key customer segments.
- Provide guidance to clients to ensure their financing proposals align with Afreximbank’s requirements.
- Maintain and update a database of Export Development Intermediaries.
- Represent the EXDE department in internal and external meetings, conferences, and industry events.
- Conduct desktop research on emerging business models, trade finance trends, and new initiatives.
Administrative & Stakeholder Coordination
- Track and follow up on action points from internal committee meetings, external meetings, and missions.
- Liaise with relevant departments to ensure timely responses to client queries and requests.
- Support the EXDE team with administrative services for business missions and conferences.
Compliance & Risk Management
- Ensure adherence to Afreximbank’s AML, Regulatory, and Conduct Compliance policies, including:
- Anti-Money Laundering (AML) & Counter-Terrorism Financing
- Conflicts of Interest Policies
- Anti-Bribery & Corruption Guidelines
- Insider Trading & Staff Conduct Rules
- Report any suspicious or non-compliant activities to the Compliance Department.
- Complete the Annual Compliance Training & Assessment.
- Obtain required KYC and due diligence documentation through effective stakeholder communication.
Minimum Qualifications & Experience
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Education:
- Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.
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Experience:
- Minimum 3 years of experience in financial analysis, credit assessment, or trade finance.
- Proven expertise in evaluating business models, structuring transactions, and reviewing financial statements.
- Strong knowledge of structured trade finance, risk analysis, and financial modeling.
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Technical Skills & Knowledge:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and financial modeling software.
- Strong analytical skills in financial reporting, trade finance instruments, and structured lending.
- Familiarity with export development programs and trade finance ecosystems.
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Soft Skills:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (French, Arabic, or Portuguese is an advantage).
- Strong relationship management and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
- High attention to detail, professionalism, and strategic thinking.
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit their CVs to Afreximbank@robertwalters.com with the job title “Senior Analyst, Export Development Finance and Advisory” clearly stated in the email subject line for proper consideration.