Business Origination Advisor
Business Origination Advisor
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Job Description
The DFCD has initiated the second phase of its implementation referred to as DFCD 2.0 started in January 2024. Currently the DFCD has two active origination projects in Nigeria while also actively identifying some potential private sector partners to provide origination support to them resulting in a total of at least three business cases that are eligible for investments by 2027 latest.
To that regard we need to hire an Advisor to be responsible for Business Origination that will support the SNV DFCD Regional Business Investment Expert for West Africa in the identification and implementation of business origination projects Nigeria.
The Advisor will report directly to the SNV DFCD Regional Business Investment Expert for West Africa. The Country Director will provide administrative guidance and quality control where needed. The Advisor will also work with other colleagues of the SNV DFCD team in West Africa.
The role of the Business Origination Advisor (BOA) will encompass three areas with the following details:
- Pipeline Development
- Exploring and assessing potential companies and business opportunities that align with DFCD within Nigeria.
- Initiating and maintaining effective communication with companies and conducting preliminary screenings to develop the pre-intake form.
- Establishing and sustaining communication with potential stakeholders to foster pipeline development
- Participating in business and/or social events in the region representing DFCD to develop networks and pipeline potential.
- Pipeline Management
- Provide technical expertise in the field of financial analysis business planning and preferably one of the SNV sectors (Agri-food water energy)
- Develop intake proposals technical assistance documents and other pertinent materials for the DFCD OF investment committee.
- Lead from SNV the partnership with the DFCD Origination project Grantee including consistent communication with sponsors to facilitate the achievement of milestones according to the established timeline and deal tracker updating the deal tracker as necessary.
- Collect and maintain comprehensive documentation of milestones including consultant reports sponsor narratives financial reports and other relevant materials.
- Coordinate with both the sponsor and the finance team at SNV to manage the reimbursement process for milestones effectively.
- Coordinate with DFCD global/West Africa team in achieving milestones project management Gender and Social Inclusion (GESI) and Monitoring Evaluation and Learning (MEL) directly or through .
- Other Tasks
- Coordinate with SNV personnel pertaining to project activities financial matters and other aspects of project administration.
- Develop project reports along with other relevant documentation.
- Support other DFCD activities in West Africa and Global (Communication and Knowledge learning.
Qualifications :
- A minimum of masters degree is required preferably in investment or business administration in the areas of Finance and Economics.
- Demonstrated knowledge/work experience in one of the three SNV sectors (Agri food Water Energy) in relation to Climate Change.
- A minimum of 4 years of demonstrated experience in the financial sector is essential with a focus on sustainable finance being highly desirable.
- Strong knowledge and experience in loan origination financing and investment management are necessary.
- Proven connections with business communities financial institutions government agencies and financial authorities are required.
Required Skills would include and not limited to:
- Strong analytical skills including financial modelling are crucial for evaluating potential investments and assessing risk.
- Strong analytical communication and relationship-building skills are also essential.
- Excellent writing and communication skills in English are essential.
- Ability to work independently and deliver in a results-driven environment
- The ability to build and maintain strong relationships with business communities financial institutions and public sector partners is essential.
Additional Information :
Application and Selection Process
Application Guidelines: Please read these carefully. Failure to comply will adversely affect your application.
- This is a national employment.
- Initial contract will be for one year and it is renewable possible until December 2027. Salary is competitive commensurate with qualifications and experience and includes a competitive secondary benefit package.
- SNV offers a challenging work environment opportunities to lead and innovate and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and diverse working environment. Our staff benefit from and contribute to an internal and global network of experts.
If you believe that your credentials meet the above profile we invite you to apply by submitting through upload applications in English in the form of a one-page letter and current CV outlining experience qualifications and three reference contacts not later than 5:00pm August 26th 2025.
- Expected Start Date: October 1st 2025.
- This position is open to both internal and external applicants.
- Only those applicants whose work experience and education meet the mandatory requisites above would be considered for the position.
- Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
