Investment Manager – Green Infrastructure, Oslo

Job title:

Investment Manager – Green Infrastructure, Oslo

Company

Norfund

Job description

About the positionAre you passionate about working with private equity investments across Africa and Asia, and want to be a part of developing essential infrastructure in some of the world’s most exciting markets?We are seeking a commercially savvy, results-driven and collaborative professional to join our Green Infrastructure team in Oslo In Norway, investing in circular economy, water and wastewater businesses, digital and other related infrastructure. The person employed will report to the Senior Vice President in Green Infrastructure.If you are analytical, curious, dependable, and a high-achieving professional who thrives in a collaborative environment, this role is for you. We offer a flat, inclusive team structure, a supportive and flexible working environment, opportunities for international travel, and the chance to directly contribute to economic growth and improved livelihoods.Key informationApplication deadline:24.04.2025Employer:NorfundTown/city:OsloTitle:Investment Manager – Green Infrastructure, OsloPositions:1Full-time/part-time:Full-timeEmployment type:Permanent positionPercentage of full-time:100Webcruiter ID:4948312555Social sharing :Responsibilities and tasksAs a part of project-based investment teams of 2-5 people, you will work with the entire investment cycle, including:

• Proactively generate deal flow by expanding networks and scanning markets for potential investments
• Participate in and lead transaction teams through the full investment cycle from initial screening of opportunities, due diligence, deal structuring and negotiations, execution of transactions to portfolio management and exit
• Appraisal of investment proposals, with emphasis on strategic fit, financial analysis and modelling, valuation, risks and risk mitigation, climate, environmental and social impact
• Develop networks and competencies in Norfund’s different markets, initially by international short attachments.
• Build sector specific knowledge and market understanding in water & waste, and establish and nurture collaborations with industrial partners
• Manage project development partnerships and co-investor relationships
• Prepare internal investment documentation and present to investment committee and board with support from the transaction team
• Monitoring and improving financial, environmental, and social outcomes
• Follow up and support portfolio companies informally and formally as board member, in advisory committees or investment committees
• Updating of portfolio management systems and other related admin

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant investment experience, e.g., private equity, consulting, banking, infrastructure investment or M&A
• Demonstrated track record in equity investments, infrastructure projects or M&A, independently developing and managing complex investments and turn-arounds
• Strong knowledge of different instruments incl. equity, project finance, debt and/or security structures
• Experience from project development in an infrastructure context is highly advantageous
• Direct experience with recycling, waste, water or digital infrastructure sectors is beneficial
• Extensive financial understanding, analytical skills and a high level of accuracy
• Master’s in business, Economics, Finance or equivalent with a strong academic record
• Result oriented and with a proactive, structured, and efficient work style and strong interpersonal skills with experience from multicultural organizations
• Experience from Norfund’s investment geographies is an advantage
• Excellent communication skills in English. French is an added advantage but not a requirement.

We offer:

• A unique and meaningful opportunity to be at the forefront of building a sustainable future in developing countries
• A highly competent, international, inclusive and supportive work environment
• A key role in small and focused project teams in a flat management structure
• Exposure to our markets through travel and on-the-ground experiences

This position is based in Oslo on a Norwegian local contract and requires a Norwegian work permit. Travelling is required, initially more extensive with month-long or longer attachments to some of our offices in Cape Town, Accra, Nairobi or Bangkok, however family situation will be taken into consideration.We know that diversity contributes to better results and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.Please submit your CV, cover letter and academic diplomas and transcripts before the application deadline 24th April 2025.Address: Klingenberggata 4, 0161 Oslo, NorwayContactsKristin SkaarHR ManagerAbout the employerThe Norwegian Investment Fund for Developing Countries, Norfund, invests in the private sector in developing countries to create jobs, improve lives and support the transition to net zero. Owned by the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Norfund invests in renewable energy, financial inclusion, green infrastructure, scalable enterprises within agribusiness and manufacturing, and funds. Norfund also manages the Norwegian Climate Investment Fund and a Ukraine Fund.Norfund has offices in Oslo, Nairobi, Cape Town, Accra, San José, and Bangkok. Its portfolio comprises NOK 43,2 billion across 230 companies. The organization employs about 150 staff of 32 nationalities.

Expected salary

Location

Oslo

Job date

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 05:19:52 GMT

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