Investment Officer

Investment Officer (Medior) – AgriFI

Your mission:

As an Investment Officer, you will independently manage a pipeline of investment opportunities involving SMEs active in agricultural value chains in frontier markets. You will lead due diligence processes, structure transactions and prepare investment recommendations aligned with AgriFI’s mandate.

You will work closely with EDFI MC’s ESG, Legal, Risk and Finance teams throughout the investment lifecycle.

Key responsibilities:

• Originate and manage investment opportunities aligned with AgriFI’s investment focus
• Lead financial, operational, ESG and impact due diligence processes
• Develop financial models reflecting agricultural risks and market dynamics
• Structure and negotiate investment terms in coordination with Legal teams
• Prepare and present investment proposals to the Investment Committee
• Engage actively with portfolio companies to support operational improvements and impact performance
• Develop and maintain a strong network within the agriculture and impact investing ecosystems.

Required skills & experience:

• 4–7 years of relevant professional experience, including at least 3 years in investment, corporate finance, , development finance or audit within a financial institution or investment environment
• Proven experience leading due diligence processes and supporting or managing transaction execution, including financial modelling and investment analysis
• Solid understanding of agricultural value chains and financing challenges in emerging markets, particularly those involving smallholder farmer supply chains
• Experience in Nature-Based solutions and/or sustainable forestry is an assetDemonstrated ability to independently manage a deal flow, assess investment opportunities and contribute to structuring and negotiating key transaction terms
• Experience in engaging with portfolio companies and providing strategic or operational support is considered an asset
• Strong analytical, negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to present investment cases clearly to diverse stakeholders
• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance or a related field (or equivalent professional experience)
• Collaborative mindset combined with the ability to work autonomously in an international environment; proactive, well-organized and results-oriented
• Full professional fluency in English (written and spoken); French, Dutch and/or Spanish are strong assets
• Willingness to travel occasionally (10–15%) and possession of a valid work permit for Belgium.

What we offer:

• A full-time employment contract with EDFI MC based in Brussels.
• Impactful work in direct contact with entrepreneurs and projects in developing countries.
• A dynamic and international working environment alongside passionate professionals.
• A compensation package based on experience and aligned with bilateral development finance institutions.
• EDFI MC is committed to the professional development of its employees and offers a variety of training and development opportunities.

How to apply:

Please send your CV, together with a cover letter in English, to Olivier Moyens at hr@edfimc.eu.

The CV and/or cover letter should clearly outline how your profile matches the requirements of the position.

Please note that only candidates selected for further discussions will be contacted.

Who we are:

EDFI Management Company

EDFI Management Company (EDFI MC) is an EU-funded platform managing innovative development finance solutions.

EDFI MC operates on behalf of 15 European Development Finance Institutions (DFIs), providing financial services to sustainable private sector projects in emerging and developing economies.

EDFI MC’s product portfolio includes investment solutions, co-financing vehicles and risk-sharing instruments. These financing instruments contribute to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Climate Agreement.

EDFI MC works in close operational cooperation with partner DFIs and the European Union throughout the investment process.

EDFI Management Company is a multicultural organization with more than 40 employees based in Brussels.

For more information, visit www.edfimc.eu.

AgriFI:

Launched in 2018, EDFI AgriFI – the Agriculture Financing Initiative – is an innovative and inclusive impact investment facility supporting access to finance for agri-SMEs and smallholder farmers. The facility is funded by the European Union and has a total size of close to EUR 140 million.

EDFI AgriFI targets private sector enterprises working with smallholder farmers on financially, environmentally and socially sustainable projects with strong scaling potential.

The initiative focuses on addressing the financing gap faced by “missing middle” agricultural companies that require growth capital but struggle to access financing from local commercial banks and international investors.

AgriFI supports productivity improvements and contributes to increasing farmer incomes. By promoting high environmental and social standards, the facility helps building sustainable supply chains, create employment opportunities, strengthen food security and improve environmental and social practices.

For more information, visit www.AgriFi.eu