John Bosco Mweru

• Project identification, due diligence and under writing: Establishing investment criteria, conducting preliminary assessments and preparing pre-assessment memos, carrying out comprehensive due diligence across financial, operational, legal, and ESG dimensions, validating and refining financial models to evaluate investment viability and risk-adjusted returns, conducting risk analyses and developing mitigation strategies, and preparing investment memos and recommendations for IC approval. • Blended finance structuring: Designing and structuring blended finance solutions by integrating catalytic capital with potential commercial co-investment, supporting negotiations on investment terms and agreements with investees and financing partners, and ensuring alignment of investment instruments with fiduciary standards and impact requirements. • Capacity building: Delivering targeted training programs to Local Government officials and participating private partners in project identification, screening, due diligence and development across implementing partner cities in Uganda, Somalia, Ethiopia and Burundi. • Strategic partnerships and resource mobilization; Supporting the establishment of co-financing relationships with local and international organizations, nurturing relationships and managing activities needed to secure co-financing. • Project oversight and evaluation: Supporting project planning, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting. • Coordination and Collaboration: Facilitating close coordination and collaboration among the East African regional team, with a focus on financial delivery and project indicator/ result measurement. • Knowledge sharing: Generating and disseminating program knowledge through tools, case studies (success stories).

• Investment origination and due diligence: Identified and assessed investment candidates, building a robust pipeline and conducting thorough due diligence. • Financial analysis and valuation: Led financial analysis, modelling, budgeting, and valuation for potential investments, which aimed at ensuring sound financial decisions. • Technical and ESG support: Led the investment portfolio management team in providing technical solutions to SMEs, coordinated ESG impact assessments, and implemented support facilities for portfolio companies. • Portfolio management and reporting: Monitored portfolio performance using financial and social impact metrics by actively participating in reporting and risk management of the investee MSMEs. • Team leadership and capacity building: Led and mentored the investment associate team, providing training and capacity building that enhanced their skills and expertise. • Strategic initiatives: Conducted market research, developed investment policies, implemented risk-based financing models, and formulated business plans for portfolio companies.

• Due diligence and risk mitigation: Conducted financial due diligence, identified and devised mitigants to potential risks, all of which contributed to informing the investment decisions. • Financial modelling and valuation: Developed financial projections and models for business valuation and project finance applications as well as investment analysis support. • Feasibility studies: Performed comprehensive feasibility studies to assess the success potential of business portfolios and collaborated with clients to develop value-driven strategies. • Operational advisory: Provided operational advisory services, including transfer pricing studies and policies as well as Business Process Reviews (BPR). • Market analysis and competitive insights: Leveraged market research and competitor analysis to inform clients about transaction risks and opportunities. • Reporting and communication: Prepared and delivered comprehensive reports, including business process reviews, market analyses, feasibility studies, and business valuations. • Compliance and risk management: Conducted Anti-Money Laundering compliance reviews to ensure regulatory adherence.

• Managed salary uploads, loan disbursements, and banking transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance. • Recorded all transactions meticulously in the bank's computer system, reducing document deficiencies and decreasing errors by 6%. • Processed various specialized funds including savings bonds and travelers' checks in accordance with policy. • Facilitated month-end closing procedures, including journal entries and account reconciliations. • Reconciled cash drawer and ensured accuracy of cash transactions. • Advised clients on banking services and products, ensuring they understood their options and terms.