Gestionnaire de Portefeuille (H/F) - EAM Cameroun

The Portfolio Manager (H/F) role at EAM Cameroun, part of Ecobank, focuses on identifying, evaluating, and proactively recommending high-potential investment opportunities for review by the Investment Director and, if applicable, the Investment Committee. The position emphasizes rigorous execution, strong technical skills, and leadership in financial analysis, macroeconomic understanding, and market knowledge within the CEMAC and broader francophone African financial markets. The role involves deep collaboration with key stakeholders, internal teams, and clients to develop and implement investment strategies, manage portfolios, and ensure compliance with risk and regulatory frameworks.⁠​‌​‌​​​​​​‌​​​‌‌​​​‌‌​‌​​‌​‌​​​‌⁠

What it offers

• Proactive investment opportunity identification and strategic recommendations aligned with client objectives and market trends.
• Comprehensive financial and macroeconomic analysis, including inflation, GDP, exchange rates, and risk management frameworks.
• Leadership in portfolio construction, asset evaluation, and alternative investment strategies (e.g., real estate, private equity, structured products).
• Stakeholder management with institutional clients, brokers, issuers, and internal teams (Compliance, Risk, Internal Audit, Sales, etc.).
• Quarterly investor presentations covering economic, financial, and market analyses, with a focus on performance and strategy.
• Development of innovative investment solutions tailored to client needs, including regulatory and product launch support.
• Credit risk evaluation using frameworks like CAMEL and debt capacity assessments.
• Trading execution strategies for equities and fixed income, leveraging market data and collaboration with brokers.

Who can apply

This full-time, permanent position is open to candidates with strong financial analysis, investment management, and macroeconomic expertise, preferably in CEMAC or African francophone markets. Experience in portfolio management, asset allocation, or financial consulting is highly valued. Knowledge of French is required due to the regional context, though English proficiency may be beneficial for broader market engagement.

What you'll do

• Identify and evaluate investment opportunities across asset classes, sectors, and geographies, ensuring alignment with client goals and risk tolerance.
• Conduct fundamental and technical analyses using models like DCF (DDM, FCFF, FCFE), enterprise valuation, and relative valuation techniques.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., Compliance, Risk, Sales) to prepare investor reports, portfolio reviews, and strategic recommendations.
• Develop and implement investment strategies for institutional clients, including pension funds, insurers, and private clients.
• Monitor market dynamics (e.g., equity/obligation trends, liquidity, counterparty risk) to optimize portfolio performance.
• Support product innovation by identifying market gaps and co-developing solutions with Sales/Business Development.
• Prepare and present quarterly reports to the Investment Committee and Board of Directors, including performance metrics (e.g., Sharpe, Treynor, Sortino ratios).
• Evaluate credit risk for issuers and ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks (e.g., CAMEL model).
• Coordinate with brokers and traders to execute trades, analyze market feedback, and refine execution strategies.

How to apply

• Submit a detailed application including a resume/CV, cover letter, and contact details to the recruitment team at EAM Cameroun (via Ecobank).
• Highlight relevant experience in portfolio management, financial analysis, or investment consulting, with a focus on African or francophone markets.
• Provide references from past employers or colleagues who can attest to your analytical and leadership skills.
• Ensure fluency in French (mandatory for internal communication and stakeholder engagement).
• Prepare for an interview process that may include technical assessments, case studies, and discussions on investment strategies.

Good to know

• This is a senior-level role requiring 5+ years of experience in investment management, asset allocation, or a related financial field.
• Ecobank and EAM Cameroun prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion in their hiring practices.
• The role is based in Cameroon, with opportunities for travel to CEMAC or UEMOA markets as needed.
• No specific degree requirement is listed, but a finance, economics, or business-related background is strongly preferred.
• Compensation and benefits are not explicitly detailed in the source, but Ecobank typically offers competitive packages (salary, bonuses, benefits).

Note: While this is a job listing, no explicit funding (scholarship/grant) or application deadline is mentioned. If this were a scholarship/fellowship, the eligibility criteria would focus on academic qualifications, not investment management experience.