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<div class="ck-content" data-wrapper="true" dir="ltr" style="--ck-image-style-spacing: 1.5em; --ck-inline-image-style-spacing: calc(var(--ck-image-style-spacing) / 2); font-family: 'Segoe UI','Helvetica Neue',sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;"><p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: &quot; undefined: TimesNewRoman&quot; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; margin: 0; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;"><span style="font-family:Segoe UI;font-size:10pt;">Symbiotics is the leading market access platform for impact investing in emerging and frontier markets, offering market research, investment advisory and asset management services. Symbiotics currently employs 160 people and is headquartered in Geneva, with further offices in Zurich, London, Amsterdam, Paris, Mexico City, Singapore and Cape Town.</span></p><p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: &quot; undefined: TimesNewRoman&quot; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; margin: 0; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;">&nbsp;</p><p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: &quot; undefined: TimesNewRoman&quot; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; margin: 0; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;"><span style="font-family:Segoe UI;font-size:10pt;">Since 2005, we have originated over 8,200 investments representing more than USD 10.5 billion for 608 companies in 99 countries. We manage an aggregate portfolio of USD 2.5 billion spread across 19 funds and mandates. We are a fast-growing, market-leading company, offering a dynamic work environment in the growing impact investment space.</span></p><p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: &quot; undefined: TimesNewRoman&quot; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; margin: 0; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;">&nbsp;</p><p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: &quot; undefined: TimesNewRoman&quot; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; margin: 0; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;"><span style="font-family:Segoe UI;font-size:10pt;">We have a dedicated Fintech Team that originates structured investments in innovative business models across digital lending, digital payments and tech-enabled corporates such as AgTech, GreenTech and InsurTech. To date, Symbiotics has invested in more than 30 fintech and tech companies and originated transactions exceeding USD 450 million in value in this sub-sector. The team combines deep sector expertise with a strong impact focus, supporting the growth of inclusive and sustainable digital ecosystems in emerging markets.</span></p><p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: &quot; undefined: TimesNewRoman&quot; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; margin: 0; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;">&nbsp;</p><p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: &quot; undefined: TimesNewRoman&quot; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; margin: 0; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;"><span style="font-family:Segoe UI;font-size:10pt;">We believe that in order to recruit the best professionals all applications must be reviewed equally. For this reason, we will not require personal data such as photos, date of birth or gender to be included on CV applications</span><br><span style="font-family:Segoe UI;font-size:10pt;">&nbsp;</span></p><div style="font-family:'Segoe UI','Helvetica Neue',sans-serif;font-size:9pt;"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Segoe UI;font-size:10pt;">Who we are looking for</span></div><div style="font-family:'Segoe UI','Helvetica Neue',sans-serif;font-size:9pt;"><p style="margin: 0;" data-end="272" data-start="66"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Segoe UI;font-size:10pt;">A professional eager to support Fintech Investment Analysts in analyzing and monitoring credit and country risk for tech companies operating in emerging markets across Asia, Africa, and LATAM.</span></p><p style="margin: 0;" data-is-only-node data-is-last-node data-end="577" data-start="274"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Segoe UI;font-size:10pt;">This role is based in Cape Town, South Africa, and reports to the Head of Fintech in Geneva. You will join a dynamic, fast-growing industry and have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work within the social investment space, while gaining experience in a mission-driven, for-profit environment.</span></p></div><div style="font-family:'Segoe UI','Helvetica Neue',sans-serif;font-size:9pt;">&nbsp;</div></div>

About the Job

<div class="ck-content" data-wrapper="true" dir="ltr" style="--ck-image-style-spacing: 1.5em; --ck-inline-image-style-spacing: calc(var(--ck-image-style-spacing) / 2); font-family: Segoe UI; font-size: 9pt;"><div style="font-family:Segoe UI;font-size:9pt;"><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW60253696 BCX8" style="clear:both;direction:ltr;margin:0px;overflow:visible;padding:0px;position:relative;"><p style="margin: 0;" data-start="53" data-end="120"><span style="font-size:10pt;"><strong>Job Description:</strong></span></p><p style="margin: 0;" data-start="53" data-end="120"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Segoe UI;font-size:10pt;">Maintain regular communication with portfolio investees.</span></p><p style="margin: 0;" data-start="53" data-end="120"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Segoe UI;font-size:10pt;">Create automated monthly Excel reports for prospective investees.</span></p><p style="margin: 0;" data-start="53" data-end="120"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Segoe UI;font-size:10pt;">Analyze and validate monthly reports from portfolio investees and prepare follow-up reports as needed.</span></p><p style="margin: 0;" data-start="53" data-end="120"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Segoe UI;font-size:10pt;">Support Fintech Investment Analysts with Desk Reviews by collecting, recording, and reviewing relevant data.</span></p><p style="margin: 0;" data-start="53" data-end="120"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Segoe UI;font-size:10pt;">Assist in preparing credit risk and ESG reports.</span></p><p style="margin: 0;" data-start="53" data-end="120"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Segoe UI;font-size:10pt;">Contribute to the development of country analysis reports.</span></p><p style="margin: 0;" data-start="53" data-end="120"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Segoe UI;font-size:10pt;">Input audited financial statements and liability data for all fintech and tech investees.</span></p><p style="margin: 0;" data-start="53" data-end="120"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Segoe UI;font-size:10pt;">Help coordinate and manage relationships with investees.</span></p><p style="margin: 0;" data-start="53" data-end="120"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Segoe UI;font-size:10pt;">Support sourcing and prospecting of new investment opportunities across fintech, tech-enabled, corporate, and clean-energy sectors in target markets.</span></p><p style="margin: 0;" data-start="53" data-end="120"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Segoe UI;font-size:10pt;">Maintain institutional accounts and ensure all KYC/AML documentation is current.</span></p><p style="margin: 0;" data-start="53" data-end="120"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Segoe UI;font-size:10pt;">Collect and manage data required for account opening and KYC processes.</span></p></div></div></div>

Your Qualification

<div class="ck-content" data-wrapper="true" dir="ltr" style="--ck-image-style-spacing: 1.5em; --ck-inline-image-style-spacing: calc(var(--ck-image-style-spacing) / 2); font-family: Segoe UI; font-size: 9pt;"><div style="font-family:Segoe UI;font-size:9pt;"><p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-size:10pt;"><strong>Your Qualification</strong></span><br>&nbsp;</p><p style="margin: 0;" data-start="48" data-end="93"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Segoe UI;font-size:10pt;">University degree in Accounting or Finance.</span></p><p style="margin: 0;" data-start="48" data-end="93"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Segoe UI;font-size:10pt;">1–2 years’ analytical experience in a financial institution, investment bank, or fintech start-up.</span></p><p style="margin: 0;" data-start="48" data-end="93"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Segoe UI;font-size:10pt;">Strong interest in impact investing and knowledge of the fintech sector.</span></p><p style="margin: 0;" data-start="48" data-end="93"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Segoe UI;font-size:10pt;">Advanced Excel skills.</span></p><p style="margin: 0;" data-start="48" data-end="93"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Segoe UI;font-size:10pt;">Able to manage multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.</span></p><p style="margin: 0;" data-start="48" data-end="93"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Segoe UI;font-size:10pt;">Excellent communication and organizational skills.</span></p><p style="margin: 0;" data-start="48" data-end="93"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Segoe UI;font-size:10pt;">Proactive, curious, and eager to learn.</span></p><p style="margin: 0;" data-start="48" data-end="93"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Segoe UI;font-size:10pt;">Strong client-facing and problem-solving abilities.</span></p><p style="margin: 0;" data-start="48" data-end="93"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Segoe UI;font-size:10pt;">Fluent in written and spoken English.</span></p><p style="margin: 0;" data-start="48" data-end="93"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Segoe UI;font-size:10pt;">Permanent Resident or otherwise eligible to work in South Africa</span></p></div></div>

Job Offer

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