Expert(e) risques Fin4Youth+

The Expert(e) risques Fin4Youth+ supports CDC Gestion in implementing the Impact Specialized Investment Fund, particularly its CORRIDOR compartment, aiming to support SME growth, job creation, female entrepreneurship, and strengthen local value chains in line with the Fin4Youth+ joint project. The role involves risk management diagnostics, independent investment risk evaluation, and integration of ESG/Impact considerations in risk management processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop an initial mission plan including methodology, intervention priorities, collaboration modalities, information needs, and activity sequencing.
• Conduct a comprehensive diagnostic of the current risk management system for the CORRIDOR compartment covering investment, compliance, and operational risks.
• Provide operational recommendations and a prioritized roadmap to improve risk management.
• Formulate independent investment risk opinions for capital entry and exit operations to support the Investment Committee.
• Develop or enhance a comprehensive risk mapping covering investment and operational risks with clear categories, evaluation criteria, responsibilities, and escalation mechanisms.
• Design and operationalize practical tools for risk monitoring and management including key risk indicators, reporting formats, and escalation mechanisms.
• Recommend improvements to internal control and compliance procedures integrating ESG and impact considerations throughout the investment cycle.
• Support CDC Gestion in assessing alignment with ESG and impact fund certifications and in implementing necessary actions to obtain them.
• Strengthen internal capacities through practical application of developed tools and frameworks.

Requirements

• Master's degree in relevant field.
• At least 7 years of professional experience in risk management, investment analysis, or related fields.
• Experience working with investment funds, particularly in SME financing and impact investing.
• Proven ability to evaluate investment, compliance, and operational risks.
• Experience in developing risk management frameworks, governance, policies, procedures, and reporting mechanisms.
• Knowledge of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) and impact investment standards and certifications.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders including financial institutions, development partners, and UN agencies.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Fluency in French and English is required.

Skills

• Risk Management
• Investment Analysis
• SME Finance
• Impact Investing
• Investment Risk Evaluation
• Compliance Risk Management
• Operational Risk Analysis
• Financial Risk Frameworks
• Governance Development
• Policy Development
• Risk Reporting
• ESG Standards Implementation
• Impact Investment Standards
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Financial Institutions Collaboration
• Development Partnership Coordination
• UN Agency Collaboration
• Analytical Skills
• Communications Skills

Languages

French, English