AKONO JEAN NOËL STEPHANE
Investment Banker
Douala
Summary
Result-driven investment professional possessing relevant qualifications and a track record with 4 years of work experience, including 3.5 years in investment banking in Africa. I am keen to secure a role as an Associate Investment Officer in a prominent development finance institution dedicated to promoting sustainable development and shared prosperity in emerging markets. As a seasoned investment banker, I have honed specialized knowledge and skills in structured finance, corporate finance, financial modelling and valuation, as well business development with a focus on infrastructure financing. I am eager to leverage my expertise to support private sector investments, from origination to closing and portfolio supervision, to advance the mission, growth, and values of the corporation.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Vice-president, Advisory - Investment Banking
Beko Capital Advisory
06.2023 - Current
- Managing financial advisory activities, from project origination, structuring and execution to closing.
- Arranging financing of national road rehabilitation being developed as EPC+F; letter of intent of USD 471.2 Million mobilized to cover estimated project cost.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
- Led PPP project financing in infrastructure sector from initial offer to competitive dialogue and best and final offer submission, namely BOT concession for a toll road linking two major cities, size: USD 2.5 Billion; gathered letters of intent from investors to consolidate financing offer.
- Negotiated financial offers with contracting authority.
- Drafted transaction documents (memos, teasers, financial offer).
- Audited financial models and stress-tested forecasts based on toll rate scenarios per type of vehicle, revenue scheme and gearing.
- Advised a private equity firm for a commercial real estate disposal, coordinated due diligence, valuation and collaboratively closed multi-million USD transaction.
Financial Analyst
Beko Capital Advisory
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Structured and distributed bond issue "EOTD 6.50% Net 2022-2027" on central African financial market as member of MLA's team and placement agent; Total amount raised: 100 billion XAF (100.407% oversubscribed)
- Coordinated bond issue registration by regulator, listing on stock exchange with BVMAC and admission to central depository operations with Central Bank.
- Conducted detailed financial analysis and modeling to identify and evaluate key business drivers and risks to make informed decisions.
Intern, Financial Analyst
Beko Capital Advisory
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, including deal screening, analysis and modeling, business, teaser and presentation drafting, as well as project portfolio monitoring, thus reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within specific industry with focus on infrastructure, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
Intern, Treasury Directorate
Ministry of Finance, Cameroon
09.2017 - 10.2017
- Assisted supervisors in clerical duties for public treasury management;
- Participated in meetings of treasury steering committees between Ministry of Finance and primary dealers of public securities;
- Analyzed yield curves;
- Prepared internship Report on topic "Public Treasury Imbalances and Financing Mechanism in Capital Markets"
Intern, Head Office
CEPI S.A (2nd Category Microfinance Institution)
08.2017 - 08.2017
- Assessed clients' creditworthiness
Education
Ph.D. - International Economics
International Relations Institute of Cameroon (IRIC)
Yaoundé, CE 05.2021 - 02.2025
Master of Science - International Banking And Finance
International Relations Institute of Cameroon (IRIC)
Yaoundé, CE 10.2016 - 04.2020
Bachelor of Science - Economics And Management
University of Yaoundé 2
Yaoundé, CE 10.2013 - 04.2016
Skills
Financial statements analysis
Financial modeling & equity valuation
Infrastructure finance
Economics
Business Development
Market Research
Analytical and Synthesis Skills
Presentation drafting and reporting
Critical thinking
Negotiation and Persuasion
Relationship Building
Teamwork and Collaboration
Ability to adapt
Excellent Communication
Leadership and People Development
Languages
French
Native language
French
Proficient
C2
English
Proficient
C2
German
Intermediate
B1
Additional Information
- Candidate for the CFI's Financial Modeling and Valuation Analyst (FMVA) designation
- Candidate for the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Certification, level 1
- Modeling: Financial modeling and valuation analyst, CFA's Practical Skills Module (PSM): 3-statement financial modeling
- Computer: capital IQ, Microsoft office (Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Outlook)
- Interests: Playing football, travelling
- Language: English (full proficiency), French (Native)
Timeline
Vice-president, Advisory - Investment Banking
Beko Capital Advisory
06.2023 - Current
Financial Analyst
Beko Capital Advisory
08.2021 - 05.2023
Ph.D. - International Economics
International Relations Institute of Cameroon (IRIC)
05.2021 - 02.2025
Intern, Financial Analyst
Beko Capital Advisory
01.2021 - 08.2021
Intern, Treasury Directorate
Ministry of Finance, Cameroon
09.2017 - 10.2017
Intern, Head Office
CEPI S.A (2nd Category Microfinance Institution)
08.2017 - 08.2017
Master of Science - International Banking And Finance
International Relations Institute of Cameroon (IRIC)
10.2016 - 04.2020
Bachelor of Science - Economics And Management
University of Yaoundé 2
10.2013 - 04.2016