Vacancies

GIPF is an equal opportunity employer and complies with the Affirmative Action Legislation. Persons from previously disadvantaged groups meeting the requirements are encouraged to apply.

Investments Research Analyst

Full-time
GIPF

Position:              Investments Research Analyst

Department:      Investments

Reports to:         Manager:  Treasury

 

Purpose of the Position:

Conduct in-depth research, analysing market trends and investment opportunities, and providing strategic insights to support the portfolio management team in making informed decisions across diverse asset classes.

Key Performance Areas:

  • Economic/Market research and analysis
  • Conduct in-depth research on fixed income market
  • Conduct in-depth analysis of companies to assess their financial health and performance
  • Developing and maintaining robust financial models to support investment decision-making processes.
  • Post investment monitoring
  • Reporting and communication
  • Personal development

Job-related qualifications and experience:

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Commerce/Finance/Economics/Business Science, NQF level 7
  • Four (4) years in the banking or portfolio management environment with at least 2 years’ experience in fixed income and/or financial analysis environment.
  • CFA, FMVA or ACI dealing certificate will be an added advantage.

The incumbent should have the following knowledge, skills and Attributes:

 Knowledge of: 

Good understanding of the Namibian, regional and global financial markets, financial statement analysis and modelling, company valuation and valuation of fixed interest securities, general understanding of the GIPF mandate, national development plan which dictates the government borrowing plan, in-depth knowledge of the local, regional, and global macro-economic factors driving asset prices, pension fund legislation and relevant systems for the execution of investments.

Skills:

 Analytical, interpersonal, networking, supervisory, presentation, report wring and negotiation.

Attributes: 

Detail consciousness, calm disposition, conceptual, discreet, integrity, emotional and inter-cultural intelligence, expressive, independent thinker, professional/exceptional business ethics, lateral thinking and service oriented.

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