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Do you want to make a difference and contribute to creating a better world? Are you interested in developing your skills and knowledge, while putting your ideals to work? Join us, we are a frontrunner in ethical banking and global impact investing, and we need people like you to make change happen.
We believe that money can change the world for the better. In fact, our organisation was founded on this belief. Our mission is to create a society that protects and promotes the quality of life of all its members with human dignity at its core.

To aid us in our mission, we are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated person to take on the challenge as Investment Manager (32-40 hours)

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How you will make a difference
In this role, you will work closely in an investment team that invests in financial institutions, specialized in the provision of microfinance and SME finance in developing countries, as well as direct investments in SMEs in the Renewable Energy and Agriculture sector. The activities in this specific region are constantly growing and broadening.
The position covers a wide range of tasks and responsibilities and your focus will be on the Africa and MENA regions,
As part of your tasks, you will:

• Proactively manage and monitor existing investment portfolio in the region, making sure that the portfolio is well managed in accordance with our debt covenants and periodic reviews.
• Initiate, maintain and deepen contacts with existing and new clients, mainly financial institutions active in micro- or SME lending, but also innovative SMEs in the Renewable Energy or Agriculture sector.
• be commercially responsible for the full deal process, including negotiating conditions and contracting.
• Initiate, maintain and deepen contacts with other stakeholders such as network partners, banking regulators, technical assistance providers and support agencies to develop new opportunities and market knowledge of covered countries.
• Analyze financial statements, undertake risk assessments, perform due-diligence, write investment proposals and obtain support for finance proposals by presenting investment recommendations to the investment committee
• Be a representative of Triodos Bank and our mission.

What will you bring?
Your unique potential and your values matter most to us. We look for people who are self-aware and who think in a holistic way, always conscious about their impact on society, environment, and the economy.
To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Strong commercial skills: building relationships and a deal-oriented attitude, excellent communication and networking skills.
• the ability to analyze financial and operational structure of different types of financial institutions and SMEs, understanding their risks in the complexity of an emerging markets context.
• Attention to detail, analytical mindset and capacity to work under stress and tight deadlines.
• Be a team player
• Fluency in English and French both orally and in writing are required.
• Affinity with the region and having a network in the region. Experience in west Africa is a strong advantage.
• Willingness to travel to Africa on a regular basis.

this is complemented by:

• Proven affinity with inclusive finance and impact investing.
• Academic (master) degree, preferably in Business Economics or Accounting/Finance.
• Extensive and significant banking and/or other relevant financial sector experience with a focus on (international) finance, preferably as an account/investment manager in the (impact) investments industry.
• A result-oriented, open and entrepreneurial work attitude.

Offer

What we offer you
An inspiring work culture

• Find a sense of meaning in your work
• Create positive energy and impact with your co-workers
• Build mutual trust and respect in working relationships
• Enjoy fulfilment at a professional and personal level

A comfortable working environment
Our award-winning sustainable head office is based in Driebergen-Zeist, the Netherlands at the Reehorst Estate, just a 3 minutes’ walk from the train station. Combined with working from home, it is an inspiring place to work and connect with your colleagues.

And of course, great remuneration and working conditions:

• A salary appropriate to the position, our remuneration policy and your experience
• An attractive pension policy
• A mobility card (including free private travels)
• Flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home
• Reimbursement of a company bicycle to the max of € 1,500
• 30 holiday days with a 40-hour working week, plus the option of buying 2 weeks of extra holiday days
• Extra leave to contribute to voluntary work
• A range of education and training opportunities
• The option to join our collective health insurance
• A working from home allowance per home office day
• Suitable home office equipment up to € 750 every 5 years

The closing date for applications is: 8th of September 2024
If the role interests you but you still have some questions, please connect with us. If there are any additional adjustments you may need during the application process, please email: peter.klessens@triodos.com.
We also don’t want to miss out on candidates who feel they don’t exactly match the job description, so if this is a role that sounds interesting to you, and you feel you could add value, please apply!

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Who we are
Triodos Bank is a leading expert in sustainable banking, founded in 1980 in the Netherlands, with branches in Belgium, Germany, United Kingdom, and Spain.
Triodos Investment Management is a globally recognised leader in impact investing, that currently manages 20 funds invested in both Europe and emerging markets.
Triodos Regenerative Money Centre is our business unit launched in 2019 with the explicit goal of restoring and regenerating nature and society.
We are a certified B Corp since 2015. B Corp is a growing global community of successful and sustainable companies that create positive social impact and change.
We are also one of the founders of The Global Alliance for Banking on Values, a global network of independent banks using finance to deliver sustainable economic, social, and environmental development.
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