Eastern Cape Regional Investment Leader

Nefcorp; East London; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

NEF is seeking an experienced Investment Associate or Senior Investment Associate to manage the Eastern Cape Regional Office, originate and assess deals, and drive investment execution end-to-end. The role requires strong financial modelling, deal structuring, and stakeholder engagement with government and development partners.

You will lead a small regional team, ensure timely reporting, and align investments with developmental KPIs while representing NEF in forums and partnerships.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in investment analysis, deal structuring, or corporate finance.
• Strong understanding of financial modelling, valuation, and credit risk analysis.
• Exposure to legal and transaction documentation (Shareholders Agreements, SPAs, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to originate and close transactions independently.
• Experience engaging with government and development stakeholders preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify, originate, and structure commercially viable deals aligned with NEF's mandate in the Eastern Cape.
• Assess new applications for commercial viability and eligibility against NEF's investment criteria.
• Prepare investment proposals, including financial models, risk analysis, and investment motivations.
• Present deals to NEF Committees (Investment and Credit) for approval.
• Oversee post-approval implementation and handover for monitoring.

Skills

Deal making

Financial modelling

Excel proficiency

Written communication

Presentation skills

Strategic thinking

Interpersonal skills

Leadership potential

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Investment Management or related field

Job description

NEF is seeking an experienced Investment Associate or Senior Investment Associate to manage the Eastern Cape Regional Office, originate and assess deals, and drive investment execution end-to-end. The role requires strong financial modelling, deal structuring, and stakeholder engagement with government and development partners.

You will lead a small regional team, ensure timely reporting, and align investments with developmental KPIs while representing NEF in forums and partnerships.