Investment Analyst

Company Details
Industry: Consulting
Description: Fanisi is a HR consulting and management company that guides enterprises in setting up management and development of their workforce. We support Small and Medium Enterprises to excel in improving the people component of their businesses and organizations by building human capital through developing … Fanisi is a HR consulting and management company that guides enterprises in setting up management and development of their workforce. We support Small and Medium Enterprises to excel in improving the people component of their businesses and organizations by building human capital through developing employee related policies and practices, staff training and development, incentive programs, talent acquisition and retention. View more View less
Job Details
Job Type: Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
Qualification: Diploma
Job Experience: Mandatory
Job Location: Nairobi County, Kenya
Closing Date: Undisclosed
Salary: Undisclosed
Other Pay: Benefits
Job Category: Accounting, Finance
Job Description

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
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