Business Origination Advisor

with SNV Netherlands Development Organisation
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SNV is a mission-driven global development partner working across Africa and Asia. Our mission is to strengthen capacities and catalyse partnerships that transform the agri-food, energy, and water systems, which enable sustainable and more equitable lives for all.

Working in Cambodia since 2005, SNV implements projects in the agriculture, energy, and water sanitation and hygiene (WASH) sectors. Using market-based approaches, we emphasize environmental sustainability and inclusive development. We lower the barriers to economic and social development and promote local ownership. SNV provides tailor-made and sustainable interventions that are effective at raising incomes, providing meaningful employment opportunities, and improving access to and coverage of basic services. Our interventions acknowledge the critical importance of improved climate change resilience and mitigation strategies to achieve sustainable change. Our work is aligned with the country’s national development priorities and strategies. We work in close collaboration with the royal government, civil society, and private sector. Our multi-national team of experts works from our national office in Phnom Penh.

The Dutch Fund for Climate and Development (DFCD) is the Dutch government’s flagship climate fund for developing countries which provides financial and Technical Assistance (TA) to business case projects with a focus on climate change adaptation and mobilize external private sector funding at scale. The origination facility of the DFCD will source and develop projects until they reach the level of ‘bankability’, the project development phase that is required to mobilize the private sector finance needed to construct and operate these impactful and climate resilient projects. For the origination facility we are seeking a business origination advisor/ project manager.

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Business Origination Advisor

Position Summary

This role will be responsible for identifying companies and providing TA to develop a pipeline of investable businesses cases in climate adaptation and mitigation linked to agricultural or forestry value chains. They will also manage administratively the origination projects, and support monitoring, knowledge & learning and regional collaboration.

Expectations - Duties, Responsibilities
  • Provide support in scoping and structuring new business cases:
  • Contribute to the identification and preparation of investment proposals, undertaking analysis and discussions with internal staff & clients as appropriate
  • Ensure compliance of business cases with fund’s assessment framework
  • Support planning and execution of due diligence visits
  • Participate in client visits when requested
  • Analyse financial data including ratios, projections, budgets, etc.
  • Support legal contracting process together with the DFCD Project Finance Officer.
  • Monitor a portfolio of contracted grants.
  • Prepare (credit)reviews incl. market and financial analysis
  • Provide inputs to the Regional Business Investment Officer by responding to requests for information/support
  • Undertake administrative tasks to ensure file completion (compliance and reporting)
  • Participate in client monitoring visits
  • Provide analysis and support, profiling, knowledge & learning
  • Provide support on repeat transactions for existing clients
  • Assist team members in other aspects of the portfolio management process
  • Support profiling of SNV in the climate and investment space by participating and presenting in workshops & conferences, networking, and writing/formulating knowledge pieces and contributing to learning & communication products
  • Lead country-level project management of DFCD
  • Develop workplans and budgets
  • Ensure compliance of originated companies with all administrative processes
  • Monitor achievement of results and budget/grant depletion
  • Report as per agreed frequency to Sector Leader & Regional Investment Expert
  • Lead business development for additional origination grants to SNV
  • Support business development initiatives that involve climate and investment in Cambodia.
Requirements - Skills, Qualifications, Experience
  • Msc in (agri)economics, finance, business administration or engineering;
  • Minimum of 4 years working experience as investment inclusive business expert; Proven experience in providing business development and marketing support to companies
  • Proven experience in developing bankable business plans for starting and existing companies
  • Working experience in an international environment and/or in emerging markets
  • Strong analytical and risk assessment skills, including financial modelling skills;
  • Strong administration skills with attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to build productive internal and external working relationships
  • Displays a strong service and client orientation;
  • Strong team player and good networking skills;
  • Pro-active work attitude and 'can do', solution-oriented attitude;
  • Strong skills in planning, administration, organising and prioritising;
  • Risk aware and able to escalate issues when necessary;
  • Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal;
  • Affinity with SNV’s mission.
 

How to Apply

Interested applicants are requested to submit CV, and cover letter detailing the position’s suitability and highlighting relevant experience and apply via the SmartRecruiter through the provided link. The application should be submitted by Friday, 10 November 2023.

 
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