Investment Analyst at Fanisi HR Solutions

Key Responsibilities:

Investment Analysis & Execution

• Support origination, due diligence, execution, and monitoring of investments aligned with Kua Ventures’ strategy
• Conduct screening calls, desktop reviews, site visits, and in-person meetings with potential investees
• Lead financial and operational analysis, including financial modelling, valuations, and return assessments
• Prepare Screening Memos and Investment Memos for Investment Committee review
• Support the structuring of debt transactions in collaboration with the Investment Associate

Portfolio Monitoring & Reporting

• Maintain accurate investment documentation and data across internal systems
• Engage portfolio companies to ensure the timely submission of quarterly reports
• Monitor portfolio performance against financial and impact metrics
• Prepare periodic internal performance and impact reports

Collaboration & Engagement

• Contribute to founder due diligence (leadership, values alignment, and coachability)
• Attend origination events and external stakeholder engagements as required
• Collaborate closely with the Investment Associate and actively contribute to team discussions
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Required Specifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field
• 3–5 years’ experience in investment analysis, corporate finance, consulting, SME lending, impact investing, or similar analytical roles
• Strong financial modelling skills (Excel / Google Sheets), including building models from scratch
• Proven ability to assess businesses, identify risks, and evaluate growth potential
• Experience engaging directly with business owners or clients in advisory or evaluation contexts
• Proficiency in Google Workspace and cloud-based productivity tools
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Valid authorization to work in Kenya