.INVESTMENT OFFICER (Full time; 40 hours; Ciudad de Mexico, MexicoOikocredit's Country Office Mexico is looking for an Investment Officer (40 hours) to be based in Ciudad de Mexico, Mexico.
The Investment Officer is part of Hub for Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean and reports to the Investment Manager.The Investment Officer will work with internal and external experts as required in the best interests of our partners and Oikocredit.
He/she will act as a second relationship manager, translating market developments and client needs into opportunities to create impact and do business.
Although specialised in a specific sector, the Investment Officer is conversant with Oikocredit's strategy, sectors and its products & services.The Investment Officer responsibilities include:Support: Building, maintaining and monitoring a portfolio of investments in one or more countries in the region in Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean with a focus on Mexico.Focusing on commercial activities and working closely together with specialists at regional levelCo responsibility for the country´s portfolio performance and quality check of new proposalsIdentifying the needs and opportunities that would benefit from the financial resources made available by OikocreditCo responsibility for maintaining the local networks; representing Oikocreditat conferences and eventsSupport the due diligence and preparing EPTs, supporting the closing of deals and disbursements, monitoring and supporting capacity building projects.
**This job might be for you if you**:Seek to advance your career in the agribusiness and financial inclusion sectorHave a keen interest in environmental, social, and development issuesAre proficient in analyzing financial information and business plansEnjoy building and maintaining business relationshipsAre willing to travel frequently (up to 20% of the time)Are committed to the mission of Oikocredit***Education and Experience*****Master´s degree in the field of finance or business administrationTwo to four years experience in banking, market analysis, and economic developmentKnowledge of inclusive finance, agriculture financeStrong analytical skillsFamiliarity with financial analysis using advanced financial modeling.Solid understanding of and ability to evaluate company financial statements.Good business acumen and strong interpersonal skills.Extensive user skills of Microsoft Excel and computer literacy in generalExcellent written and verbal command of English**Desirable**:Experience in impact financing and more particularly in agribusinessField experience in Mexico and preferably in Central America and the CaribbeanYou will work for a professional international organisation with sets social goals as its priority