Deal Sourcing Specialist at Welcome2Africa International (W2A)

Welcome2Africa International (W2A) is a leading investment and trade facilitation company that focuses on key sectors such as Agriculture, Maritime, Energy, and Solid Minerals in Nigeria. We provide support to investors, multinationals, and key stakeholders within and outside Africa to advance their trade and investment goals by providing an array of services and programs. Our aim is to establish Welcome2Africa International as a center of excellence for facilitating investments and trade across the African continent.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Deal Sourcing Specialist

Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• Identify, assess, and onboard investment opportunities that align with ITFD’s focus sectors and value chains.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to uncover emerging investment opportunities.
• Develop detailed profiles for potential deals, including financial and operational assessments.
• Categorize and prioritize deals based on ticket sizes, investment criteria, and sectoral focus.
• Manage and maintain data rooms, ensuring accessibility and accuracy for due diligence.
• Draft, negotiate, and finalize engagement letters, NDAs, and other relevant agreements.
• Build and maintain relationships with business owners, operators, and stakeholders to grow the deal pipeline.
• Identify and secure interest from offtakers and develop long-term strategic partnerships.
• Monitor deal performance and provide periodic updates and reports to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the Trade Analyst to align sourcing with trade objectives and supplier capacities.
• Participate in promotional events, webinars, and conferences to enhance deal visibility.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field; a Master’s degree is a plus.
• Proven experience in deal sourcing, investment profiling, or portfolio management.
• Strong understanding of financial metrics and investment analysis.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.
• Proficiency in CRM systems, data management tools, and market research software.
• Application is only open to Abuja residents

Benefits

• Salary: N180,000 per month.
• Performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive Health Management Organization (HMO)coverage.
• 13th-month salary as an additional incentive.
• Career growth and leadership opportunities in a dynamic and rapidly growing organization.

Application Closing Date
13th January, 2025.