Intern, Infrastructure Acceleration Fund

Job Description

Main Responsibilities

The Intern will support the members of the Investment Team and gain first-hand experience in African private equity. The main tasks will include:

• Industry and company research
• Financial modelling and analysis
• Transaction and due diligence support
• Portfolio company monitoring
• Preparation of presentation materials and investment memos

Candidate Profile

Required background

The IAF team is seeking undergraduate and graduate candidates:

• Fluent in English (French is a plus)
• Prior experience in investment banking/private equity and/or strategic consulting, infrastructure fund, transaction advisory
• Previous private equity experience is preferred, but not required

Essential Qualities

• Positive attitude
• High integrity
• Strong work ethic – this role will regularly require late nights/weekends/travel
• High initiative
• Clarity of thought and action

Knowledge, skills and experience

• Interest in IAF’s mission, strategy and values
• Demonstrated interest / experience in emerging markets, and specifically Africa
• Strong financial modeling and company valuation
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (in English, French a plus)
• Strong inter-personal skills, ability to interact effectively with partners and colleagues
• Culturally sensitive, able to relate to people of diverse backgrounds

Disclaimer: Applications will be received until this position is filled