Division:
Finance Division- ICIEC
Department:
Not Applicable
Contract type:
Conditional Regular (Indefinite) Employment
Location:
Saudi Arabia - Jeddah
Closing date:
15-May-2022
Department:
Finance Department
Reporting To:
Technically Reporting to Lead Investment Specialist & ALM and Administratively Reporting to Senior Manager, Finance
JOB PURPOSE:
- Identifying, evaluating, obtaining approvals and executing investments related to ICIEC liquidity management.
- Applying policies & guidelines designed to minimize risk and optimize returns for ICIEC’s liquidity investments.
- Supporting liquidity management including funding and investment activities, financial analysis, bank relationship management, foreign exchange operations, etc. for the treasury investment function of the Corporation.
- Day-to-day operational cash and investment management, portfolio monitoring and reporting.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & ACTIVITIES:
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Cash management, cash flow forecasting and investment of excess funds.
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Due diligence for treasury investments (Sukuk, trade finance syndications, real estate, equities, etc.)
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Analyses of foreign exchange risk and hedge strategies.
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Financial risk management relating to treasury operations.
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Placing transaction orders & Execution (using treasury operations system).
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Assists with written and dashboard reporting for the board and Management.
Investment Management
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Identifies new investment opportunities.
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Undertakes detailed due diligence on potential investment opportunities using financial modelling, investment financial risks analysis, expected returns, mitigants, etc. while ensuring adherence to investment policy and risk guidelines.
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Follows-up with Dealing room/Finance for execution, settlement and reconciliation of outgoing and incoming payments relating to investment accounts.
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Ensuring complete documentation for investment such as deposits with banks, sukuk issues, money markets for Islamic transactions/instruments, short term paper securities etc. to generate the most profitable returns for ICIEC.
Cash Management
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Implements efficient cash monitoring, management and reporting.
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Prepares monthly cash flow forecast with recommendations.
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Coordinates with Finance division for treasury-related accounts reconciliation, including administrative bank account management.
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Monitors compliance with the Liquidity Policy, Investment strategy and Guidelines and proposes rebalancing transactions.
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Minimizes lost investment income due to operational errors, investment transaction delays, early termination of investment positions, etc.
Share Capital
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Coordinates with Finance division regarding maintaining updated positions related to Share Capital subscriptions and prepares related reports as requested by member countries.
Coordination & Communication
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Engages actively and cultivates relationships with industry players including analysts, banks, fund managers, etc.
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Coordinates with IsDB Treasury Department & Middle Office regarding updates to investment instruments, limits, ratings, reporting, etc.
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Coordinates with ICIEC business departments to better understand and continuously update cash requirements planning through system reports or manual data inputs.
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Understands credit rating agencies methodologies, liquidity and investment risk perceptions, and support preparation of all rating agencies documentation and annual review requirements.
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Facilitates and coordinate all Investment Committee investment proposal ‘approvals by circulation’ and feedback from RMD & GLC on Treasury investment proposals.
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Coordinates with the Senior Dealer and manages all administrative processes for fund management and counterparty relations.
Operational excellence support
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Coordinates with ICIEC business departments regarding cash flow requirements and cash planning and proposes enhancements to streamline and enhance efficiency of the communication and reporting processes.
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Ensures effective implementation and adherence to policies, procedures and guidelines.
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Keeps abreast of latest developments, regulations and best practices in treasury and investment management.
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Implements process improvements to increase efficiency, effectiveness and compliance of investment operations.
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Provides necessary input for preparation of Treasury budgets, strategy and business plans, and monitor actual investment income and expenditure against the approved budget.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
JOB REQUIREMENTS
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Field of Study
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- Degree in business/economics, finance, accounting, or any other related field
- Master’s in finance/Investments (preferred).
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Academic Qualifications and Relevant Experience
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Qualification Level
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High School Diploma
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Bachelor’s Degree
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Master’s Degree
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Doctorate
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Experience
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N/A
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5-8 years
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2 years
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N/A
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Nature of Experience
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- Similar work experience in Investment houses or other financial institutions.
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Professional Certifications
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Business Language Skills
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- Good command of written and spoken English and Arabic.
- Knowledge of French is an added advantage.
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Key Performance Indicators
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- Compliance with the Liquidity Policy, Investment Strategy & Guidelines
- Quality of due diligence proposals and effectiveness of cash management recommendations
- Accuracy of cash flow planning and forecasting and minimizing idle cash.
- Quality and timeliness of delivery of assigned tasks
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