The Ethiopian Construction Design and Supervision Works Corporation (EDSWCo) is looking for a seasoned, highly educated and experienced professional to work as Investment and Development Economist at the Head Office here in Addis Ababa. Hence, those who fulfill the minimum requirements and have the thirst to work in a highly professional and dynamic institution and competitive work environment can apply by providing their bio data and proof of the required competency through the e-mail address provided below.

The primary responsibility of the position holder is to provide professional services and leadership in the achievement of ECDSWCo’s investment and development objectives. The followings are the main duties of the position holder among others.

Job Requirements

A.   Position Context and Objectives

·       Prepare and implement strategies to improve the existing businesses and stimulate new investments both in Ethiopia and abroad.

·       Undertake appraisals of the existing investment proposals, carry out full-fledged standard feasibility studies for planned and new investments and provide sufficient and tangible advise to the management.

·       Create business relationships and networks with key clients, financiers, stakeholders, partners, competitors, government and non-governmental organizations; and other institutions.

·       Study and propose all possible sources of finance for the planned developments and expansions.

·       Prepare high level promotional resources and promote the investment opportunities.

·       Prepare state of the art manuals, guidelines and high-level market development strategies.

·       Undertake and/or enable researches upon which the overall growth of the Corporation is to further be guided with.

·       Provide tailored inhouse trainings and programmed discussion sessions regarding further improvements in investment and development aspects.

·       Contribute to the overall growth and success of the company in collaboration with the leadership and staff of the Corporation as well as the Business and Development Office.

·       Integrate with the team in undertaking valuable activities that promote the overall and success of the organization such as investment policy and strategic planning, innovation and knowledge and professional enhancement.

 B.   Key Responsibilities and Duties

 B.1    Investment Policy, Strategy and Planning

·       Collaborate with the various concerned units of the Corporation in the design of development strategies of the group,

·       Prepare the investment development plans, including the identification, analysis and implementation modalities of priority investment initiatives,

·       Prepare and present corporate investment development policies, strategies, portfolio analysis and reporting,

·       Prepare financing and capital raising strategies including; government capital injections, retained earnings, loans, shareholding, etc. in line with the legal and regulatory requirements,

·       Analyze and monitor regulatory, financial and institutional investment requirements and ensure eligibility of the planned investments,

·       Ensure the alignment of the investment projects/ programs/ businesses with the Corporate Strategies.

 B.2     Investment Development and Management

·       Identify and study the short and long-term potential investments, markets, products and customers,

·       Carry out the analysis of each of these investment options that forms the basis for investment decisions,

·       Prepare and present investment appraisals and performance reports,

·       Ensure timely and appropriate disbursements in line with the performance of the operational units of the Corporation and the implementation plans of the specific investment projects,

·       Ensure the utilization of funds by the investment projects/ programs/ businesses is in line with the agreed plans and is effectively and efficiently utilized,

·       In collaboration with the other staff, analyze and prepare investment risk management plan,

·       Carry out tailored researches regarding national as well as global business development trends and investment opportunities,

·       Prepare investment development guidelines, manuals and operational procedures as appropriate.

·       Participate in the preparation of investment promotion and image building documents, materials, presentations, concept notes and proposals,

·       Participate in various local and international business forums and meetings and compile experiences and knowledge.

 B.3    Promotion, Networking and Business Relationships

·       Create business relationships with the local and international businesses entities, developers and financing/ lending institutions in line with the group’s policy and strategy.

·       Regularly liaise, communicate and negotiate with government and other relevant bodies to maintain the profile of the Corporation. 

·       Attend various forums in order to promote the Corporation’s business opportunities and development.

·       Regularly review the impacts of these efforts and devise as appropriate strategies to ensure an enhanced awareness and competitiveness.

 B.4    Ensuring Continuous Improvement 

·       Develop and implement continuous improvement strategies to achieve corporate investment and development plans. 

·       Prepare and implement KPIs for the various investments and establish the baselines performance levels, bench mark these levels against those of similar operators and evaluate the performances.

 B.5    Administrative/ Supervisory Roles

·       Ensure compliance with legislative requirements in all of the Branch’s programs.

·       Preparation of budgets, financial and non-financial documentation, including submissions for funding/borrowing. 

·       Evaluate performance of the various investments and operations to ensure effective and efficient implementations. 

·       Prepare and present necessary reports regarding the performance of the various investments and operations. 

·       Monitoring and control of income and expenditure relating to the various operations as well as financial and other monitoring requirements of funding bodies.

·       Ensure relevant statistical data for planning and reporting purposes are collected and appropriate records are maintained and regularly updated.

 C.   Skills and Competencies

 Technical

·       Proved competency and practical skill and experience in the formulation of investment and development policy, strategy and program/projects in public or private business companies, an IT knowledge and working with analytical programs is a plus.

·       Knowledge in related professional fields such as IT, Economics, Statistics, Management and etc., in addition to the foundational investment skills,

·       Strong analytical and modeling skills with respect to the Corporation’s alternative investment and development undertakings and financing modalities.

 Leadership

·       Proven leadership and team building skills and practices,

·       Multi-professional scope and global attune,

·       Ability to articulate and disseminate the Corporation’s Vision, Mission and Values,

·       Ability to instilling an ethical culture,

·       Upholding Corporate Governance and exemplary work attitude.  

 Soft skills  

·       Business communication skills and proficiency of presentation, dialog and negotiation,

·       Exposure to national and global partnership and networking, creative and innovative business development skills,

·       Empathy/ relationship, simplicity, accessibility, self-awareness, consultative skills,

·       Proficiency in known business analysis software.

 Cross organizational Skills

·       Situational fluency or adaptability,

·       Ability to connect across disciplines,

·       Understanding and leveraging diverse perspectives,

·       Cultivating a valuable network of contacts,

·       Systems savvy/ concentrating on the bigger picture.

 Qualification and Experience

·       Preferably PhD and at least MSC or MBA in Business/ Finance/ Economics Finance; from a recognized institution. The first degree must be in Finance or Economics and from highly recognized University. An IT based analytical skill is also an advantage.

·       Ten years of overall experience of which five years are of relevant work experience in successful business organizations working as Financial Analyst or Investment and Development professional, Consultant, or related assignments at a Lead or Senior positions. Experience in real estate development is preferred.

·       Experience in entrepreneurial environments and proven ability and flexibility to work in both highly structured corporate settings and less structured start‐up environments  

Professional certifications and performance recognition awards is a plus.

How to Apply

Interested candidates who fulfill the above requirements can apply within 5 days from the announcement date only through THIS LINK