Financial Analyst - Agriculture & Manufacturing Projects at Parish Development and Investment Company (PDIC)

Parish Development and Investment Company (PDIC) is a consultancy platform for seasoned manufacturing investment and operations professionals who utilize technology and insights derived from validated data to transform how companies across Africa manage their manufacturing aspirations.

We are currently recruiting qualified professionals to join our team in the capacity below:

Job Title: Financial Analyst - Agriculture & Manufacturing Projects

Location: Nigeria

Role Summary

• We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Financial Analyst with strong expertise in agricultural and manufacturing project modeling, as well as project financing. 
• This role involves evaluating the financial viability of end-to-end value chain projects—from primary agriculture to value-added manufacturing—while supporting investment decisions and stakeholder engagement. 
• The ideal candidate will combine financial acumen with an understanding of agribusiness, processing industries, and impact-driven development models.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial models for agriculture and manufacturing investments, covering full value chains including production, processing, and commercialization.
• Conduct feasibility studies, investment appraisals, and cost-benefit analyses to support project design and decision-making.
• Evaluate diverse financing options including blended finance structures, PPPs, donor-backed funding, concessional lending, and equity investment.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams to align technical assumptions with financial outcomes.
• Prepare investor-ready financial documents, including models, projections, business plans, and pitch materials for funding partners.
• Assess CAPEX/OPEX, profitability, and scalability of these agribusiness models.
• Monitor financial performance of ongoing projects, perform variance analysis, and recommend corrective strategies.
• Stay informed on trends in agri-finance, manufacturing development, and rural investment strategies across Africa.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Agricultural Economics, Accounting, or a related field. 
• A Master’s degree is a plus.
• 3 - 5 years of experience in financial analysis, preferably with a focus on agricultural projects or agribusiness.
• Strong understanding of agricultural finance, agricultural modeling techniques, and financial forecasting.
• Proficiency in financial modeling tools (e.g., Excel, financial modeling software).
• Knowledge of agricultural markets, value chains, and rural development.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information clearly.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with the use of AI tools for financial analysis and forecasting is an added advantage.

Application Closing Date
23rd May 2025.

How to Apply
Intrested and qualified candidates should send their CV and cover letters demonstrating how they meet the criteria to: recruit.violetservices@gmail.com using "Financial Analyst – Agriculture & Manufacturing Projects" as the subject of the email.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.