The Investment Analyst role at Jobzyn focuses on identifying and evaluating investment opportunities across multiple African markets and sectors. Candidates will conduct comprehensive market research, industry analysis, and competitive benchmarking to assess the viability of potential deals. They will build detailed financial models—including discounted cash flow (DCF) valuations, comparable company analyses, leveraged buyout (LBO) scenarios, and projected investment returns—to support decision‑making.
Key responsibilities include supporting due diligence processes across financial, operational, and strategic dimensions, preparing investment committee memoranda, valuation reports, and transaction recommendations, and monitoring the financial performance and strategic development of portfolio companies. Analysts will engage directly with management teams and shareholders on reporting and value creation initiatives, track key performance indicators, and identify optimization opportunities.
Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree from a top‑tier business school, university, or related institution in finance, economics, or business administration is required; MBA graduates or current MBA candidates are encouraged to apply. Minimum six months of relevant professional experience in investment banking, private equity, consulting, or corporate finance (internships included) is expected. Strong financial modeling capabilities and proficiency in Excel, solid understanding of valuation methodologies and investment analysis frameworks, excellent analytical and quantitative skills, and strong written and verbal communication abilities are essential. Personal attributes include self‑motivation, an entrepreneurial mindset, adaptability, resourcefulness, and comfort operating in ambiguous environments. A keen interest in African markets and emerging economy dynamics is required. Fluency in English and French is mandatory; Arabic proficiency is a strong advantage.
Recruitment Process: CV pre‑screening, recruiter’s information revealed to shortlist, Jobzyn AI interview, recruiter’s interview process.
