To evaluate and present applications for funding and structure deals thatcontribute towards SBU objectives and industry development goals. Thiswould include performing the complex financial and/or technical and/ormarketing due diligence functions, as well as leading a due diligenceteam and ensuring risk identification and mitigation.QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:Minimum qualification: relevant commercial or technical HonoursDegree or equivalent qualification. Financial /Shareholder Returns Evaluate and effectively structure transactions with detailed application of the company's financing instruments.Ensure financial soundness of all credit submissions.Internal /Operational ProcessesEvaluate applications for finance (financial, technical and marketingdisciplines)Deal structuring - Designing and negotiating the financial and legalrelationship between the client and the organization for the specific deal.Risk identification and mitigationLeading of due diligence teams on high value / complextransactionsDeal optimization - ensuring that the dealis aligned with the strategic objectives of the unit and willcontribute to meeting industry development goalsSupport the development and implementation of strategies oraction plans to drive the SBU's strategic objectives.Account management function up to first drawPrepare well written and motivated reports for presentation to therelevant Credit and other committees as required.Conduct peer reviews on all due diligence disciplines.Training, mentoring and coaching of Business Analysts and DealmakersProvide advice to Business Analysts and Dealmakers in the handlingof enquiries and applicationsCustomer Focus Stakeholder ManagementTo effectively interact with different SBUs and departments in orderto fulfil the process requirements related to any specific deal /transaction.Manage and enhance the levels of service and communication toensure the provision of client service excellence.Learning, Leadership People GrowthProvide team leadership in transactions during due diligenceManage own development to enhance own competenciesParticipate in knowledge sharing in the team and cross functionalCoaching and mentoring of team members KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:8-10 years related experience of which 8 years should be in dealassessment as well as closing of transactions (i.e. management ofapproved deals up to first drawdown, including ensuring timelyconclusion of legal agreements).Declared competent in three due diligence disciplines (Marketing,Technical and Financial)Grounded in all three disciplinesTransaction leadership (complex deals)Knowledge in assessing all associated issues in a transaction (Legal,risks, etc.)Experience in peer reviewExperience in interpretation and analysis of financial statementsKnowledge of the market environment and technology landscapeKnowledge of financing instrumentsUnderstand and review models of proposed financial structuresCompetent in coaching and mentoring of team members.TECHNICAL/FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIESFinancial acumenRisk identification and mitigationInvestment/Portfolio ManagementStakeholder Management and customer focusPlanning and organisingReport writing skillsBEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIESPresentation and communication skillsNegotiation skillsRelationship Building and Networking skillsPersuading and Influencing skillsCoaching and MentoringLeading and Co-ordinating