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.

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.

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.

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.

Profile

How you will make a difference

You will help us to ‘finance change to change finance’, by working 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.

Your focus will be on Africa and MENA region, and covers a wide range of tasks and responsibilities like:

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.

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.

Profile

How you will make a difference

You will help us to ‘finance change to change finance’, by working 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.

Your focus will be on Africa and MENA region, and covers a wide range of tasks and responsibilities like:

• Monitor our existing portfolio of debt investees in the region
• 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
• 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

The position requires

Your unique potential and your values matter for us most. 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.
• 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
• Fluent in English both orally and in writing are required. Fluent in French is a strong advantage.
• Affinity with the region and having a network in the region
• Willingness to travel to Africa and/or MENA region on a regular basis
• You are living or willing to relocate to the Netherlands

This is you

• Proven affinity with inclusive finance and impact investing
• Academic (master) degree, preferably in Business Economics or Accounting/Finance
• Significant banking and/or other relevant financial sector experience (min. 5 years) 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

Your future colleagues

You will be reporting directly to the head of the team and cooperate closely with a team of investment managers, fund managers and impact specialists to build and maintain a portfolio of high impact companies in the region.

Offer

What we offer you

An inspiring work culture

The most important thing about working with us is that you are part of community that is changing the world for the better. We are constantly improving our work culture to create conditions where every person can thrive, so you are able to:

• 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: 17th of May 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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Location

Driebergen-Rijsenburg (Netherlands)

Publication Date

3 May 2024

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