Posted on : 2022-09-15

Investment Director

Director

Location : Rwanda🇷🇼

Key responsibilities:

Manage Bboxx’s investments in its different Opcos. Drive their growth and financial performance

Support Bboxx Operating Entities (Kenya, Rwanda, DRC, Togo, Nigeria, and Burkina Faso) in defining and executing their strategic roadmap and growth

Act as Board Director for some of those entities

Track and analyse performance of our operating entities vs business plan objectives

Support key local HR local issues such as new country Director, or their first line, recruitment

Organise sharing of operational best practices and market insights between operating entities

Be involved in the definition of the targets for these entities and in their remuneration committees

Lead the decision-making process with other internal and external stakeholders

Lead project development through unit economics and pricing analysis

Support M&A opportunities or opening of new markets

Work on local B2B and B2G projects

Requirements:

5 to 10 years’ experience in consulting, banking, corporate strategy, or operations

Previous experience or strong interest in business in Africa and energy is a plus

Strong communication and oral presentation skills

Fluent in English and French

Bachelor’s and/or Master’s in business, finance, engineering, political studies, or economics

Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint specifically)

Willingness to travel regularly to the different operating entities

Core competencies:

Analytical and problem solving: very strong analytical and problem solving skills, and the ability to think in a structured way

Stakeholder management: ensure alignment among the different shareholders of each entity to ensure smooth governance

Self-motivation: ability to identify problems, and lead the collaborative charge to solve them

Project management: ability to multi-task, strong project management & decision-making skills

Financial acumen: excellent understanding of financial metrics and risk/reward analysis

Team player: able to engage with colleagues to raise questions and receive feedback

At Bboxx, we celebrate our differences, and recognize the strength in the diversity of our people. We are a global employer who believe in providing opportunities for all its employees to unlock their potential regardless of background, age, sex, race, religion, or personal beliefs.

We look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds and encourage you to apply to roles you are passionate about, even if you need help from us to develop your skills. We strive to create an inclusive environment and regularly celebrate the diversity of our people through events arranged by our Culture Committee. Bboxx provides a workplace where you can be your authentic self and focus on our mission of transforming lives through access to energy!