Deal Sourcing Specialist at Welcome2Africa International (W2A)

Welcome2Africa International (W2A) is a premier gateway for facilitating investment and trade into and across Africa. We specialize in connecting investors to Africa's vast opportunities, promoting mutually beneficial and sustainable wealth creation across key sectors such as Agriculture, Maritime, Solid Minerals, and Energy.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Deal Sourcing Specialist

Location: Abuja (FCT)
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.

Benefits

• Salary: N150,000 - 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
31st December, 2024.