VACANCY NOTICE CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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1 VACANCY NOTICE CAREER OPPORTUNITIES SHELTER-AFRIQUE is a pan-african Housing Finance Institution established by African Governments and other partners dedicated to investment in housing and urban development in African countries. The current shareholding comprises 44 African governments, the African Development Bank and the African Reinsurance Corporation. The Institution with its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya, would like to fill the following vacant positions from nationals of its member countries. Staff are transferable to Regional Offices in other countries. 1. Investment Officers : Reporting to the Regional Business Manager, the Investment Officer will be responsible for the growing the pipeline of new and existing business opportunities in line with the organisation s business growth strategy and agreed targets. This includes the growth and development of company products in real estate development, equity investments, joint ventures, and advisory services. The Officer will also be involved in identifying and developing new products and business opportunities, market research, and management of customer relations. a) Conduct market research to inform product development and structuring, b) Participate in appraisal missions to collect all necessary economic, financial, technical, legal and marketing information required to evaluate potential projects, c) Conduct initial project appraisals in accordance with Shelter Afrique guidelines, d) Prepare project briefs, project information summaries, and appraisal reports for consideration by management, e) Guide potential clients to understand SHAF s products and services and complete necessary application forms, f) Conduct initial review of application documentation to ensure completeness, g) Prepare business development management reports in line with the agreed reporting schedule, h) Manage relationships with assigned customers throughout the project life. Minimum Qualifications and Experience a) A Masters Degree in business management, marketing, finance, commerce, banking, real

2 estate or related field, b) Project appraisal skills including understanding of technical issues, project formulation, cash flows and risk analysis, c) A minimum of three (3) years relevant business development experience, d) Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English or French. Proficiency in both languages will be an added advantage. 2. Financial Analyst Reporting to the Director Projects and Portfolio Management, the Financial Analyst will be responsible for financial analysis of project proposals for real estate projects, lines of credit, equity and joint ventures to ensure viability. In addition he/she will undertake periodic reviews of project financials to ensure ongoing compliance with agreed loan covenants and reporting requirements. The financial analyst will also work closely with the Loan Workout and Project Management team to monitor disbursements and repayment against progress of assigned projects. a) Collect and analyse all financial data and appropriate performance indicators, in order to determine the investment potential of Projects, Borrowers and Investors, b) Evaluate the performance of Projects, Borrowers and Investors to determine their financial viability and sustainability, c) Evaluate financial projections, income statements and balance sheets of Projects, Borrowers and Investees, d) Propose loan conditions, covenants and reporting requirements that contribute to Projects and Financial Institutions viability and sustainability, e) Analyse the organisational, human resources, financial, risk management and general management capabilities, policies and procedures of Projects, Borrowers and Investors, f) Assist Investment Officers in structuring the financial aspects of new projects, financial intermediation and provide input to loan agreements, g) Liaise with the Finance team to ensure disbursements for approved loans and equity investments are processed on time and in line contractual obligations, h) Liaise with the Loan Workout and Legal, Risk Management and Compliance team to continuously review facilities granted, highlight changes in risk profile

3 and recommend restructuring, remedial or risk mitigation action if required. Minimum qualifications and experience a) a Master s Degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics or another relevant quantitative discipline plus a relevant professional certification such as Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), b) Minimum of five ( 5) years of relevant professional experience preferably in the banking industry, c) Proven credit analysis and financial modelling skills, d) Strong command of standard computer software applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, e) Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and/or French, with a working knowledge of the other language. 3. Company Secretarial Assistant Reporting to the Company Secretary, The Company Secretarial Assistant will provide support in preparation, editing, compilation, circulation and safe custody physical and electronic board documents. He/ she will provide logistical support in planning, scheduling, and conduct of Annual General Meetings, Board and Committee meetings. Key Responsibilities a) Prepare and circulate Notices and Papers for Board meetings and Annual General Meetings, b) Compile, circulate and file board and committee minutes, c) Compile and circulate documents for board approval, d) Maintain and circulate management action plans arising from Board meetings, e) Maintain and update a register of shareholders including dividend updates, contacts share and certificates, f) Coordinate translation of board documents as well as interpretation and translation of Board and Annual General Meetings, g) Edit, format and carry out quality assurance for board documents, h) Maintain safe custody of titles, legal documents, company seal and stamp, i) Liase with Administration Officer with regard to travel, accommodation, airport transfers and facilitation of Board members and delegates during Board meetings and Annual General meetings respectively. Minimum Qualifications and Experience a) A degree in law, public or business administration, or secretarial studies b) At least 3 years experience in company secretarial or administrative support to Boards

4 and Secretariats, c) Should be fully bilingual with proficiency in English and French d) High level of Information Technology proficiency especially in advanced Microsoft office software- word, excel, PowerPoint and outlook. Knowledge of e-board packages will be an added advantage e) Well developed communication and interpersonal skills, f) High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters 4. Human Resources Operations Assistant Reporting to the Head of Human Resources and Corporate Services, the Human Resources Operations Assistant will provide technical support in automation and standardization of Human Resources processes and systems using Oracle Human Capital applications. In addition he/she will manage the human resources information system and prepare standard documents and communications. a) Provide support in automation of core human resources management processes and systems including people information, work structures, recruitment management talent management, performance management, learning and HR Self service using oracle, b) Manage the human resources information systems and databases including regular updates and dissemination of information for management decisions, c) Prepare and disseminate standard documents and employee communications including contracts, confirmations, performance reports, leave records, etc d) Prepare and disseminate HR analytics and metrics including Key Performance Indicators and dashboards, e) Develop and maintain HR work structures including organisation charts, position and people profiles, and human resource plans, f) Provide support to all HR related self service functions using employee and manager self service modules in oracle, g) Actively participate in design, implementation, and testing of Oracle Human Capital applications, h) Administer learning and development programs including implementation of online learning platforms, i) Support internal HR communications and policy dissemination. Minimum requirements a) A bachelor s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Management or Social Sciences. A professional qualification in Human Resources Management will be an added advantage, b) At least two years experience in human resources management, c) High level of Information Technology proficiency especially in advanced Microsoft

5 office software- word, excel, PowerPoint and outlook, d) Proficiency on human resource management information systems especially Oracle human capital solutions, e) Well developed communication and interpersonal skills, f) Working knowledge of both English and French will be an added advantage. 5 Terms of Offer Shelter-Afrique offers a competitive salary, benefits package and a collegial working environment. The position shall be offered on a three year contract, with possibility for renewal. 6. Applications: Applicants are invited to send a cover letter illustrating their suitability against the listed qualifications and a detailed curriculum vitae including nationality, date of birth, and names and addresses of three referees. Applications should be sent by only to jobs@shelterafrique.org Applicants should indicate the position applied for as the subject line of their submissions. The deadline for submission is 31st January Only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted. We invite you to learn more about Shelter-Afrique from our web site: