Intern Analyst

Company Overview:

Pharo Ventures is the commercial, for-profit arm of The Pharo Foundation and has been set up to harness the power of a vibrant private sector by investing in enterprises across a variety of sectors within the East Africa region. The objective is to build and grow, commercially and environmentally sustainable businesses, with a focus on maximising creation of economic value and jobs and for the local communities. We have a vision of an economically vibrant and inclusive Africa. Matching that vision is our ambition to create a portfolio of sustainable business ventures that by the end of 2025, will deliver more than five thousand direct jobs across the region. We believe we can achieve our vision and ambitions by investing in the human and physical capital of Africa. For each target country in the region, Pharo Ventures will innovatively build a portfolio of businesses that will be financially sustainable, create value for the local communities and be environmentally responsible. Headquartered in the Nairobi (Kenya), Pharo Ventures has country offices in Ethiopia (Addis Ababa) Somaliland (Hargeisa).

Position Summary:

We are seeking a motivated and analytical Intern Analyst to join our team. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in analyzing diverse portfolios and pipeline projects within a dynamic company. The ideal candidate will have a keen interest in data analysis, project management, and strategic development.

Report to: Analyst

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collect & compile data related to various projects and initiatives that Pharo is involved.


• Perform market research and analyze industry trends and competitive environments to aid in investment decisions.


• Assist in the analysis of portfolio projects and pipeline initiatives.


• Prepare reports and presentations summarizing findings and recommendations.


• Collaborate with team members on project development and execution.


• Support project tracking and performance evaluation.

Qualifications:

• Graduates or current students in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.

• A previous internship experience in investment or management consulting firm is a plus


• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, etc.).

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.


• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Behavioral Competencies

• Analytical Thinking: Assess data and identify patterns.


• Adaptability: Adjust to new challenges and priorities.


• Problem Solving: Identify issues and develop solutions.


• Collaboration: Work effectively within teams.


• Communication: Articulate ideas clearly in writing and speech.


• Attention to Detail: Ensure accuracy in tasks.


• Initiative: Proactively contribute and seek learning opportunities.


• Time Management: Prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.


• Integrity: Uphold ethical standards.

Interested applicants who meet the minimum requirements may send;

• Click here to apply with a detailed cover letter and CV (preferably as a single PDF file) within fifteen (15) consecutive days after the first day of this vacancy announcement.
  

Review of applications will be on a rolling basis. In the event that we identify an outstanding applicant early in the search process, we reserve the right to appoint before the deadline. For this reason, we encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible. Due to the high volume of applications expected, we regret that we will only be able to contact the short-listed candidates.