JOB INFORMATION
Job Title : Executive Advisor
Department : Chief Executive Officer’s Office
Section/ Unit : Chief Executive Officer’s Office
Location : Kigali
Reports to : Chief Executive Officer
Direct Reports : None
Job Grade : Level Three
Purpose of the Job
The Executive Advisor is responsible for serving as a trusted confidant and strategic partner to the Chief Executive Officer, providing the CEO with expert advice, guidance, and support on organizational, operational, and strategic matters. The role holder is also responsible for project management within AgDF.
Main Responsibilities
• Collaborate with the CEO and senior leadership team to develop and refine the fund’s strategic vision, goals, and objectives, aligning them with the fund’s mission and long-term investment strategy.
• Provide timely and insightful analysis, recommendations, and perspectives to assist the CEO in making informed decisions on key initiatives, investments, partnerships, and other strategic priorities.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including Board members, government officials, industry partners, and other key influencers, to support the CEO’s agenda and advance the Fund’s interests.
• Support the CEO in identifying and developing talent within the organization, providing mentorship, coaching, and leadership development opportunities to nurture a high-performing and cohesive team.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the Fund’s operational efficiency, effectiveness, and resilience in a rapidly evolving investment landscape.
• Conduct thorough market research and analysis to identify emerging trends, assess macroeconomic factors, and evaluate potential investment risks and opportunities across various asset classes and geographies.
• Lead or participate in due diligence processes for potential investments, including financial analysis, risk assessment, and evaluation of investment managers and partners.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with external partners, including investment managers, financial institutions, and government entities, to leverage expertise and resources for the Fund’s benefit.
• Represent the fund in relevant industry forums, conferences, and meetings to advocate for policies and regulations that support the fund’s investment objectives and long-term sustainability.
• Prepare and present comprehensive reports, presentations, and recommendations to senior management, investment committees, and other stakeholders to facilitate informed decision-making.
• Conduct post-project evaluations to assess impact and identify lessons learned for future initiatives.
• Aid in the management of crucial external and internal stakeholders, such as Government entities, the Board, the Executive Committee, portfolio companies, and partners, by drafting communications, strategic documents, presentations, and conducting analyses.
• Contribute to determining the CEO’s and organizational priorities, ensuring alignment of the CEO’s time, itinerary, schedule, and efforts with these priorities.
• Assist in coordinating special projects, initiatives, and strategic initiatives led by the CEO, including cross-functional collaboration, resource allocation, and milestone tracking.
• Prepare progress reports, status updates, and presentations on project deliverables and milestones.
• Generate talking points and briefs for the CEO as required.
Required Qualifications, knowledge and Experience
Academic and Professional Qualifications
• A Bachelors’ degree in Economics, Business, Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field
• A Masters’ degree in Economics, Business, Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, fields is an advantage.
Experience
• At least three (5) years of experience in a fast-paced and dynamic environment in the following roles: strategy consulting, financial advisory, private equity, investment management or banking
Competencies
Technical Competencies
• Familiarity with the investment management industry
• Demonstrated comprehension of client and country challenges and aspirations
• Proficiency in financial modelling is preferred.
• Proficiency in report writing and preparation of presentation decks to suit various stakeholders.
• Demonstrated capability in documenting and articulating talking points, and briefs, with the ability to tailor content for diverse audiences.
• Aptitude for both qualitative and quantitative research, adept at distilling intricate information into coherent messages
• Robust analytical skills and a penchant for data-driven problem-solving
• Strong command of data analysis and visualisation Business Intelligence tools such as Tableau and PowerBI
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft packages including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Dedication to economic development and impact in Rwanda with a service-oriented mindset.
• Extensive prior experience collaborating closely with organizational leadership or senior management.
• Proficiency and knowledge of French is an added advantage.
Behavioural Competencies
• Strong critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills
• High level of dependability, accountability and ability to work independently.
• Strategic, agile and positive mindset with demonstrated ability to manage tasks with competing deadlines and focus on continuous learning.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• High emotional intelligence and diplomatic sensitivity
• Strong achievement focus and attention to detail
• Innovative and ability to challenge the status quo.
• Strong influence as well as ability to build strategic relationships and network.
• Effective leadership skills with demonstrated ability to align people behind organisational priorities.
• Strong negotiation skills and demonstrated ability to influence.
Key contacts
Internal
• Senior Executives
• Management Team
• Board of Directors
External
• Ministries
• Development Finance Institutions (DFIs)
• Co-investors
Application Process Interested candidates should submit their resume by Friday, 4th April 2025.
Sourcing Servtec is an equal opportunity employer. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted, and any solicitation will result in disqualification
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