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Senior Finance Specialist

with Mekong Strategic Partners Co., Ltd.
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Announcement Description

Mekong Strategic Partners (MSP) is an investment and advisory firm headquartered in Cambodia and operating across Southeast Asia. Founded in 2014, MSP has an experienced and committed team of professionals, with diverse skills and backgrounds. MSP operates across three core areas:

  • Corporate Advisory: we provide unparalleled insights to international investors seeking exposure to the high growth economies of the Mekong Region, as well as local emerging corporates and institutions. Our advisory work includes Mergers & Acquisitions, Divestments, Capital Raising for both debt and equity, market entry strategies, debt structuring, and strategic growth advisory.
  • Investment Management: we identify opportunities and invest into attractive firms and projects in the Mekong Region. Our target sectors include financial services, technology, infrastructure and renewable energy, and real estate. We seek investment opportunities across multiple asset classes including fixed income, property, and private and listed equities.
  • Climate Finance: we are committed to responsible and ethical investing and advisory to help promote the long-term success of our communities, the environment, and our partners. In partnership with others, we seek to help create a future that is defined by sustainable and equitable management of the world’s natural resources.

Mekong Strategic Partners offers an inclusive workplace that values excellence, respect, autonomy, and integrity. We operate in agile and collaborative teams that change depending on the project needs, and each day brings new challenges or something to learn. We are passionate about what we do and like to have fun along the way.

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Announcement Positions

Senior Finance Specialist

Position Circumstances
  • Career Category: Banking / Finance, Exec. / Management
  • Schedule:Full-time
  • Salary: N/A
Position Summary

Business Unit: Climate Finance

Project: USAID Morodok Baitong

Organization: Mekong Strategic Partners (MSP)

Job Summary and Responsibilities

MSP is seeking a Senior Finance Specialist to support Morodok Baitong for the life of the project.

Duties & Responsibilities:
  • The main responsibilities of the Senior Finance Specialist will include the following:
  • Develop strategies for catalyzing investments into low emission, conservation friendly businesses and landscapes
  • Advise banks, financial institutions, and investors on financing mechanisms that support low-carbon sustainable landscapes projects
  • Design and implement initiatives to expand the number of Cambodian banks and financial institutions adopting environmental, social, and governance (ESG) guidelines for debt and equity investments
  • Identify potential investors for low-carbon projects in the agricultural and forestry sectors and work with financial institutions, banks, and fund managers to help them access a pipeline of investment-ready businesses and projects
  • Create investor marketing materials and investment memos to facilitate investment into sustainable land-use companies
  • Develop and maintain financial models for revenue and income forecasts, cash flow analysis, and balance sheet projections for investment opportunities
  • Build and maintain relationships with relevant private sector partners in Cambodia and across Southeast Asia
  • Participate in industry forums that bring together investors and companies with innovative portfolios of low-emissions projects
  • Contribute to the preparation and submission of annual work plans and periodic progress reports and assist with monitoring relevant program indicators and evaluating program results
Requirements:
  • Undergraduate degree in a relevant field required, progress towards MBA and/or CFA desirable
  • At least 3 years of experience working in banking, investment funds, and/or other financial institutions in facilitating/advising investments
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with colleagues
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and execute sound judgment
  • Strong technical and analytical capabilities, including financial modeling, accounting skills, and business analysis
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
  • Knowledge of the agriculture and forestry sectors
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a broad range of partners, including government officials, private sector companies, financial institutions, and other key stakeholders
  • Ability to travel regularly to community protected areas in Cambodia to provide technical expertise and oversee program implementation
  • Excellent written and oral communication.
  • Fluent in English and Khmer
 

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and CV to Mekong Strategic Partners via Email provided in the contact detail. Qualified candidates will be considered and contacted for interviews to discuss your skills, interest, and experiences. Expected start date in March/April 2022.

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Contact Details

Contact Name
  • Mekong Strategic Partners Co., Ltd.
 
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