Junior Fundraising Consultant

We are seeking a highly motivated Junior Fundraising Consultant to join our team. In this role you will support capitalraising efforts for SME clients by performing indepth financial modeling valuations and risk analyses. You will work alongside senior consultants clients and external stakeholders to develop and implement effective fundraising strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Modeling & Analysis
  

• Develop and maintain comprehensive financial models for private companies incorporating revenue projections expense forecasts and scenario analyses.
  

• Perform sensitivity analyses to identify risks and opportunities.
  

• Valuations & Due Diligence
  

• Assist in performing valuations of private companies applying relevant methodologies (DCF market multiples etc..
  

• Participate in due diligence efforts gathering and assessing financial data market intelligence and business information.
  

• Risk Analysis
  

• Identify key risks associated with potential investments and fundraising activities.
  

• Propose riskmitigation strategies to guide investment decisions.
  

• Investor Relations & Documentation
  

• Assist in creating highquality pitch decks investment memoranda and other fundraising materials.
  

• Support the coordination of investor meetings Q&A sessions and followups.
  

• Client & Stakeholder Engagement
  

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients understanding their financial goals and capital requirements.
  

• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners (lawyers investors bankers) to streamline the fundraising process.
  

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Chartered Accountant (CA(SA) qualification required.
  

• Preferred: Additional certifications such as FMVA (Financial Modeling & Valuation Analyst) CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) or related credential.
  

• Demonstrated experience (internship or 1 2 years work) in:
  

• Investment or consulting space (venture capital private equity or corporate finance).
  

• Financial analysis or financial advisory roles.
  

Technical Skills & Competencies

• Financial Modeling: Proficiency in Google sheets capable of building and interpreting complex models.
  

• Valuation Techniques: Knowledge of discounted cash flow (DCF) market multiples and other relevant valuation frameworks.
  

• Analytical Mindset: Strong quantitative research and analytical skills; ability to synthesize large amounts of data.
  

• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication for clientfacing interactions and stakeholder presentations.
  

Personal Attributes

• Proactive & DetailOriented: Ability to manage multiple tasks prioritize effectively and produce highquality deliverables under tight deadlines.
  

• Team Player: Comfortable working collaboratively with senior colleagues clients and external partners.
  

• Problem Solver: Adept at identifying bottlenecks and proposing actionable solutions.
  

• Adaptable & Resilient: Thrives in a fastpaced environment and navigates change well.
  

Benefits

• Professional Growth: Opportunity to develop your fundraising and financial advisory skills under the mentorship of experienced professionals.
  

• Client Exposure: Work with diverse SMEs ranging from earlystage startups to established private companies.
  

• Impactful Work: Contribute to the strategic growth and success of clients by enabling access to essential capital.
  

• Collaborative Culture: Join a dynamic and supportive team passionate about delivering highvalue financial services.
  

• Excellence in Everything
  
• Switched on Thinking
  
• Growth & Success
  
• Family First
  
• Integrity Matters