Financial Modeling Specialist – Valuation

Imbono; Dubai; On-site; AED 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Imbono is seeking a Financial Modeling Specialist – Valuation to support investment decisions across its emerging-markets portfolio. The role focuses on building and stress-testing sophisticated financial models, including DCF, LBO, and project finance, to underpin capital allocation decisions in large-scale energy, water, and infrastructure projects.

The successful candidate will bring strong expertise in valuation, investment analysis, and scenario planning, with a track record in emerging

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Accounting or quantitative field.
• MBA, CFA, ACA, ACCA or CPA or equivalent is a strong advantage.
• Demonstrated expertise in building DCF, LBO and project finance models from scratch.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain project finance models (DCF, LBO, M&A, greenfield/brownfield).
• Lead valuation workstreams using DCF, comps, precedent transactions, sum-of-the-parts.
• Model capital structures, debt sizing and repayment schedules for infra projects.

Skills

DCF modelling

LBO modelling

Project finance

M&A modelling

Scenario analysis

Monte Carlo

Excel

Governance

Education

Bachelor in Finance

MBA

CFA/ACCA/CPA

Tools

Excel

Job description

We are Imbono. A leading operator and provider of infrastructure and essential goods and services across emerging markets. There is no other emerging markets player like us. We combine global capital and operational expertise in a single, integrated model. We are the architects of possibility – sharp thinkers, problem solvers, and resourceful innovators who make things happen when no one else can. And every project is built to last.

Our ambition is to transform the lives of more than 100 million people by 2040 by expanding access to essential services such as water, energy, food, healthcare, education, and infrastructure. Our mission is delivering integrated, high-impact solutions that expand access to essential services combining operational execution, local presence, strategic partnerships, and sustainable capital.

About the Department

The Investment function plays a key role in supporting Imbono’s investment decision-making and capital allocation across its emerging-markets portfolio. Working at the intersection of corporate finance, project finance, valuation, and investment analysis, the team evaluates opportunities across energy, water, food security, and critical infrastructure.

The department works closely with deal teams, operating partners, portfolio companies, and senior stakeholders to translate operational and commercial assumptions into robust financial analysis and investment recommendations.

Role Summary

The Financial Modeling Specialist – Valuation will support investment decision-making across Imbono’s emerging-markets project portfolio.

The role will be responsible for building, maintaining, and stress-testing sophisticated financial models that underpin capital allocation decisions across large-scale energy, water, food, and infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will bring strong expertise in valuation, project finance, and investment analysis, with the ability to assess opportunities and risks in complex, high-growth emerging markets.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain project finance models, including DCF, LBO, M&A, and greenfield/brownfield infrastructure models.
• Lead valuation workstreams using DCF, comparable company analysis, precedent transactions, and sum-of-the-parts methodologies.
• Model capital structures, debt sizing, and repayment schedules for infrastructure and project finance transactions.
• Conduct scenario, sensitivity, and Monte Carlo analyses to assess downside risks across emerging-market variables, including FX, sovereign risk, commodity prices, and regulatory changes.
• Partner with deal teams, operating partners, and portfolio companies to translate operational assumptions into financial projections.
• Prepare valuation outputs and investment recommendations for Investment Committee and Board presentations.
• Support due diligence processes for new investments and portfolio monitoring for existing assets.
• Benchmark project returns, including IRR, NPV, MOIC, and payback, against fund and platform hurdle rates.
• Maintain strong model governance standards, including version control, documentation, and audit trails across the portfolio.

Experience

• 4–8 years of relevant experience in finance and/or financial departments, ideally within investment banking, private equity, infrastructure/project finance, or a Big Four valuation or transaction advisory practice.
• Demonstrated expertise in building DCF, LBO, and project finance models from scratch rather than relying solely on templates.
• Strong command of Excel and financial modelling best practices, including dynamic, auditable, and error-checked models.
• Experience valuing Oil & Gas and critical infrastructure assets, as well as related service contracts, in emerging markets such as Africa, Latin America, MENA, or South/Southeast Asia is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with infrastructure, energy, water, or food-security sectors is a significant advantage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex financial analysis clearly to senior stakeholders and Investment Committees.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Accounting, or another relevant quantitative discipline.
• MBA, CFA, ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent professional qualification is a strong advantage.

Skills

• Advanced financial modelling and valuation capabilities.
• DCF, LBO, M&A, and project finance modelling.
• Comparable company and precedent transaction analysis.
• Capital structure, debt sizing, and repayment modelling.
• Scenario, sensitivity, and Monte Carlo analysis.
• Strong Excel and financial modelling best practices.
• Investment return analysis, including IRR, NPV, MOIC, and payback.
• Model governance, documentation, version control, and audit trails.
• Ability to translate operational and commercial assumptions into robust financial projections.
• Strong analytical and presentation skills for Investment Committee and Board-level audiences.
• Experience with capital raising, debt structuring, or blended finance in emerging markets is an advantage.
• Experience modelling cash flows for Multilateral/DFI-backed projects, such as IFC, DFC, and Afreximbank, is an advantage.
• Working knowledge of English, Arabic, French, or Portuguese is advantageous given Imbono’s geographic footprint.

Our Values

• Client Oriented
• Integrity
• Perseverance

We believe that diversity strengthens our organisation and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We want every candidate to perform at their best. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail] and we will work with you to meet your needs.