Job Description
INVESTMENT SPECIALIST (SECTOR INVESTMENT SPECIALIST / INVESTMENT MANAGER)
Announcement Reference | AIH/654/2019
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Date of Issuance | November 04, 2026 G.C |
Reports To | Director – Investments |
Duty Station | Head Office, Bahir Dar, Amhara Region, Ethiopia |
Employment Type | Indefinite Term Contract (Permanent) |
Working Hours | Standard Full-Time (48 hours/week max) |
1. ABOUT ABAY INVESTMENT HOLDING (AIH)
Abay Investment Holding (AIH) is established as the sovereign investment arm of the Amhara Region with a broad mandate to own, manage, and grow regional public assets. AIH operates as a custodian of public wealth and a development catalyst, balancing sovereign wealth management with active commercial operations to accelerate regional economic transformation and industrialization.
2. JOB SUMMARY & PURPOSE
The Investment Specialist leads and manages AIH's new investment ventures, capital mobilization, and project development. The specialist conducts comprehensive commercial studies, evaluates expansion projects, facilitates public-private partnerships, and structures equity participation to attract domestic and foreign investment into priority regional sectors.
3. REMUNERATION & BENEFITS
Monthly Base Salary: ETB 45,000 – 65,000 (Gross, based on experience and qualification)
Allowances & Benefits: Housing, transport allowance, and progressive medical/life insurance coverage as per the approved AIH Compensation & Benefits Framework.
4. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES
Investment Studies & Strategy:
- Conduct comprehensive studies on new and expansion trade and investment projects in commercially feasible sectors, identifying growth opportunities and market entry strategies.
- Anticipate industry trends, economic shifts, and sector-specific risks to proactively adapt investment strategies in alignment with regional policy frameworks.
Capital Mobilization & Partnerships:
- Mobilize capital by creating frameworks for individual or joint participation of domestic and foreign private investors in identified sectors, negotiating terms on behalf of AIH.
- Support the establishment of new subsidiaries or sub-funds, determining their legal forms, establishment conditions, and organizational structures.
- Facilitate collaborations with domestic and foreign lenders to secure financing, equity partnerships, loans, and debt instruments.
Valuation, Due Diligence & Restructuring:
- Provide professional advice on capital growth or reduction, sales, mergers, divisions, spin-offs, or restructurings for new subsidiaries.
- Coordinate due diligence and financial modeling (such as DCF and comparable company analysis) to evaluate target investments and ensure commercial viability.
Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, government agencies, investors, regulatory bodies, and industry forums.
- Prepare and present detailed performance reports and investment proposals to the CEO and executive team.
Job Requirements
5. ELIGIBILITY & QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Education: Minimum of a University Degree (Master's or Bachelor's degree preferred) in Finance, Economics, Investment Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
Experience:
- Proven professional experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate finance, project evaluation, or investment promotion.
- Demonstrated track record in capital mobilization, feasibility studies, or financial structuring.
Core Competencies:
- Advanced financial modeling, valuation, and risk assessment skills.
- High ethical standards, personal integrity, and strong negotiation capabilities.
- Deep understanding of capital markets, joint ventures, and public-private partnerships (PPPs).
Disqualifying Conditions: Candidates below 18 years of age, those convicted of criminal offenses involving dishonesty or fraud, or individuals previously dismissed from service for serious gross misconduct are not eligible for employment.
How To Apply
6. APPLICATION PROCEDURE & MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS
Application Deadline: Applications will remain open for ten (10) consecutive working days from the date of this posting.
Required Documents:
Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Certified copies of educational credentials and work experience testimonials.
Valid Identification Card / Passport copy.
Submission method: Qualified applicants should submit their applications to Abay Investment Holding using either of the following methods:
In person, AIH’s Headquarter, located on Ethiopian Shipping and Logistics Building, 1st Floor, Bahir Dar, Ethiopia. Or
By email: hr@aih.et , with the subject line clearly indicating the position applied for.
Abay Investment Holding is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Recruitment, selection, and advancement are based strictly on merit, competency, qualifications, and performance. |
