Financial Analyst Job Vacancy at the Development Bank of South Africa in Johannesburg

Job Reference Number: GF005

Job Title: Financial Analyst

Business Unit: Environmental Finance

Location: Midrand, Johannesburg

Job Type: 3 Year Fixed Term Contract (Renewable)

Application Type: Internal & External Applicants

Number of Positions Available: 1

Application Closing Date: 3/6/2012

Key Responsibilities:
JOB PURPOSE

Reporting to the Investment Manager the financial analyst will be responsible for overall financial analysis of projects applying to the Green Fund and when required also contribute to the financial issues in the administration of the Fund

The incumbent will be expected to:

Financial appraisal and analysis of new project proposals/applications
Appraising new investment proposals (due diligence) and opportunities
Commercial analysis, financial modelling and analysis, credit risk and institutional analysis
Preparing appraisal/credit reports for project
Oversee disbursements to approved projects as well as monitor project progress post investment
Prepare clients financial profiles
Support the Funds annual financial activities such as budgeting
Liaison with DBSA stakeholders (e.g. credit risk, finance and legal units)
Provide inputs on the Funds’ financial policy issues and related matters

Expertise & Technical Competencies:

B Com degree or equivalent qualification in an appropriate professional field related to Finance, and Business
5 years experience in appraising, negotiating and closing Project Finance, Corporate Finance or Structured Finance transactions
Strong credit and risk analysis skills
Demonstrable track record of originating, structuring and closing project financing transactions
Must be able to comprehensively analyse financial statements
Must be able to independently conduct financial model reviews and analysis
Must be familiar with types of agreements/contracts typically used in non/limited recourse finance
Required Personal Attributes:

Problem- solving and time management skills
Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision
Strong integrative skills
Persistence and perseverance: Ability to work well under pressure without compromising work quality or standards. The ability to move past obstacles to achieve end results in an efficient and professional manner
Results driven: Demonstrates high levels of commitment and dedication to achieving goals and objectives in a pressured work environment
Action orientated and sense of urgency: Act without prompting, readiness to be energetic and inventive and contribute to innovative outcomes
Equity Statement:
The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) supports the appointment of previously disadvantaged individuals.
General:
The DBSA corporate culture fit requires clear, logical and analytical thinking grounded in good interpersonal skills, a sense of urgency and results orientated execution of duties. The ability to work collaboratively and finding practical yet innovative solutions is critical to success in a work environment that demands emotional resilience, accountability and responsible risk taking and management.

The DBSA reserves the right to amend or remove vacancies in line with organisational requirements.

Apply to:

http://www.dbsa.drm-za.com/