To evaluate and present applications for funding and structure deals that contribute towards unit objectives and industry development goals.This would include performing the financial and/or technical and/or marketing due diligence functions and ensuring risk identification and mitigation.QualificationsRelevant commercial or technical Honours Degree or equivalent qualification.Knowledge Skills5-8 years related experience of which 2-3 years should be in assessment as well as closing of transactions (i.e. management of approved deals up to first drawdown, including ensuring timely conclusion of legal agreements)Declared competent in two due diligence disciplines (Marketing, Technical or Financial)Grounded in one of the above due diligence disciplinesExperience in interpretation of financial statementsSector-specific knowledge would be advantageousKnowledge of financial products as used by companyFinancial /Shareholder ReturnsEvaluate and effectively structure transactions with detailed application of financing instruments (where applicable/appropriate)Internal /Operational ProcessesEvaluate applications for finance (financial, technical or marketing disciplines) through due diligence investigationsDeal structuring - Designing and negotiating the financial, EHS, legal and other relationships between the client and IDC for the specific deal (where applicable)Risk identification and mitigationParticipate in due diligence teamsDeal Optimization - Ensuring that the deal is aligned with the strategic objectives of the unit and will contribute to meeting industry development goalsPrepare and submit basic assessments and comprehensive credit proposals that meets the organizations funding requirements.Customer Focus Stakeholder ManagementMaintain meaningful relationships with enquirers, applicants, and portfolio clients in conjunction with different support functions in the company.To effectively interact with different SBU's and departments in order to fulfill the process requirements related to any specific business transaction.Manage and enhance the levels of service and communication to ensure the provision of client service excellence.Liaise, communicate and promote the unit externallyLearning, Leadership People GrowthDrive and manage own development to enhance own competenciesParticipate in knowledge sharing in the team and cross functionalMentoring and acting as a coach to Business AnalystsTECHNICAL/FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES• Financial acumen• Risk identification and mitigation• Investment/Portfolio Management • Stakeholder Management and customer focus• Report writing skills• Planning and organizingBEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES• Presentation and Communication skills • Negotiation skills• Relationship and Networking skills• Persuading and Influencing skills