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Role Purpose/Business Unit:

 

Development of strategic priorities and business development opportunities for Vodacom Group.

Your responsibilities will include:

 

Evaluate merger and acquisition opportunities    

Responsible for the assessment of potential mergers and acquisitions, including, performing quantitative and qualitative analysis

 

Develop M&A proposals    

Assist with the preparation of M&A proposals for board/exco review and decisionLiaise with Vodacom Group M&A team, with internal technical specialists (legal, tax, etc.) and operating company business line leaders, as necessary.Agree proposals to be escalated with ME: M&A Facilitate discussions and workshops with the various OpCo leaders to develop strategic M&A plans.

Evaluate disinvestments

Evaluate selected disinvestment proposals based on internal directivesAnalyse financial statements of potential acquisition targetsLead or assist with due diligence of potential target acquisitions Lead or assist the deal team through the deal negotiation process

Develop the disinvestment proposal    

Together with M&A team, prepare the disinvestment proposal liaising with Vodacom business heads, internal technical specialists and business heads, as appropriate.Develop detailed financial and valuations models

Customers, Suppliers & Third parties    

Engagement and contracting of external parties

Partner with business    

Activity drive the operating companies strategy in executing value enhancing transactionsBe part of the engagement model in the operating companies and be the first point of contact within the operating companies for any M&A related activityPrepare presentation materials for various executive meetingsFollow governance process to obtain the required approvals to execute the dealProvide input into internal presentations, Exco reports, Board reports and other pieces of analysis on an ad-hoc basisThe ideal candidate for this role will have:

 

Post Graduate degree, preferably MBA or CPAMinimum of 8 years’ experience in a financial role, corporate finance, investment banking or financial services.Corporate finance/advisory experience coupled with tax and legal knowledgeWorking knowledge of economicsKnowledge of national policies, regulations, etc., affecting mergers and acquisitions (socio-economic policies, BEE environmental laws, Competition Commission, etc.) plus knowledge of current affairs.Must be able to model cashflows and prepare executive level presentations.Strong analytical skillsStrong verbal and written communication skills (presentations, report writing, etc.)Research ability (‘questioning mind’)Project managementAbility to work independently and within a team

We make an impact by offering:

Enticing incentive programs and competitive benefit packagesRetirement funds, risk benefits, and medical aid benefitsCell phone and data benefits, advantages fibre connection discounts, and exclusive staff discounts offered in collaboration with partner companies

 

 

Closing date for Applications: 24 February 2025. 

The base location for this role is Midrand, Vodacom Campus. 

The company's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.
Vodacom is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates, and values diversity & inclusion.