Amuchilani Wendy Bafana
Investment Professional
Gaborone
Summary
Investment professional with experience across banking, private credit, and private equity in Sub-Saharan Africa. Proven track record in financial modeling, investment analysis, due diligence, and risk assessment. Skilled in managing cross-functional deal processes from origination through disbursement. Adept at translating complex financial data into strategic insights. Seeking to contribute to impactful, sustainable investment strategies in dynamic, mission-driven environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certificates
Work History
Credit Origination Manager
First National Bank Botswana
08.2024 - Current
- Analyze customer financials and creditworthiness to support informed lending decisions.
- Ensure adherence to internal credit policy and regulatory frameworks through rigorous documentation.
- Collaborate with legal, risk, and sales departments to facilitate seamless credit origination.
- Communicate credit decisions to clients, providing rationale and negotiating terms as required.
- Monitor credit risk exposures to ensure portfolio health aligns with bank's risk appetite.
Investment Analyst
Norsad Capital
11.2022 - 07.2024
- Supported Investment Director in evaluating and managing transactions across Sub-Saharan Africa.
- Appraised transactions across diverse sectors such as financial services, healthcare, infrastructure, and manufacturing.
- Conducted financial, industry, and macroeconomic research to assess transaction viability.
- Developed financial models and risk assessments to guide investment decisions.
- Prepared investment memoranda and board-level presentations.
- Conducted legal document reviews and supported condition precedent processes.
- Disbursed USD 8 million to a financial institution in Eswatini and achieved USD 26 million in investment approvals.
- Monitored a six-investment portfolio valued at USD 32 million.
Private Equity Intern
Africa Lighthouse Capital
03.2022 - 09.2023
- Analyzed potential investments through financial, operational, and strategic lenses.
- Reviewed management performance reports and analyzed budget variance.
- Participated in due diligence processes and consolidated data for investment decisions.
- Built valuation models and prepared material for an acquisition worth BWP 222 million.
- Assisted in negotiations for acquisition finance and pricing.
Office Administrator
Africa Lighthouse Capital
03.2021 - 02.2022
- Provided administrative and operational support to investment teams.
- Assisted in drafting contractual agreements and managing document flow.
- Coordinated tenders and procurement processes.
- Managed outsourced service providers and ensured SLA compliance.
- Supported compliance and HR administration processes.
Education
Advanced Diploma - Chartered Global Management Accountant
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
09.2022 - Current
Postgraduate Certificate - The Mechanics of Loan
Middlesex University (with IFF)
04.2023 - 12.2023
BA - International Finance and Banking
Botswana Accountancy College with Sheffield Hallam University
05.2017 - 08.2020
Certificate of Proficiency - Long Term Insurance
Insurance Academy of Botswana
06.2019 - 08.2019
Skills
Investment Analysis & Appraisal
undefinedTimeline
Credit Origination Manager
First National Bank Botswana
08.2024 - Current
Postgraduate Certificate - The Mechanics of Loan
Middlesex University (with IFF)
04.2023 - 12.2023
Investment Analyst
Norsad Capital
11.2022 - 07.2024
Advanced Diploma - Chartered Global Management Accountant
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
09.2022 - Current
Private Equity Intern
Africa Lighthouse Capital
03.2022 - 09.2023
Office Administrator
Africa Lighthouse Capital
03.2021 - 02.2022
Certificate of Proficiency - Long Term Insurance
Insurance Academy of Botswana
06.2019 - 08.2019
BA - International Finance and Banking
Botswana Accountancy College with Sheffield Hallam University
05.2017 - 08.2020
Certification
Financial Institutions Credit Appraisal Program, 07/01/23
Languages
English
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