Strategy Advisor

Norfund is looking for a result-oriented Strategy Advisor
For a temporary position based in Norfund’s Oslo office we are looking for a Strategy Advisor to join our Strategy & Communications department. The right candidate has a keen interest in investments and private sector development in developing countries.

It is key that you enjoy working independently as well as part of a team and can be both a resource and sounding board for other team members. The position reports to Director Strategy & Impact in the Strategy & Communications department.

Norfund’s Strategy & Communications department has a key role in strengthening Norfund as a centre of excellence for profitable and sustainable investments in developing countries. The department’s areas of responsibility include understanding and measuring Norfund’s impact, strategy development and support, stakeholder relations and communication.

This position will cover a wide range of the department’s responsibilities and will support projects and deliverables across departments and levels. Key tasks will include:

• Follow-up on Norfund’s overall strategy 
• Resource on strategic projects
• Portfolio and market analyses 
• Prepare presentations for internal and external stakeholders

• Master’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance or equivalent with a strong academic record. Applicants with relevant experience combined with a Bachelor’s degree will also be assessed.
• 3+ years relevant work experience
• Experience from consultancy or strategy advisory is an advantage
• Excellent quantitative and qualitative analytical and implementation skills, knowledge of Power BI is a plus
• Ability to present complicated issues in a simple and comprehensive way – solid experience with PowerPoint is required
• Result-oriented with ability to work independently and effectively
• Enjoy teamwork, both as project leader and team member
• Good communication skills – English fluency is a must, and good understanding of Norwegian is an advantage
• Knowledge of development finance and insight into Norwegian and international development politics is an advantage