Background Information

The Business Analyst in the Business Development Department at Development Bank of Rwanda will play a key role in supporting the planning, analysis and execution of advisory services provided to BRD Management, government, public institutions and private sector clients. The Analyst will contribute to a wide range of projects aimed at promoting economic development, financial inclusion and sustainable investments. The role works closely with Business Development Team to gather and analyze data, provide insights and assist in delivering actionable recommendations to stakeholders.

Main Responsibilities of the Job:

• Conduct market and sector analysis on areas such as infrastructure, renewable energy and public-private partnerships to provide relevant data and analysis for advisory projects.
• Stay updated on market trends, industry developments and economic policies that impact development finance and advisory services.
• Analyze financial statements, macroeconomic data and project feasibility studies to support decision-making and advisory recommendations.
• Assist in building and maintaining financial models for projects, including cost-benefit analysis, impact analysis and risk assessment.
• Support the preparation of reports, presentations and client deliverables, ensuring that content is accurate, insightful and aligned with client needs.
• Assist in drafting project proposals, terms of reference and client contracts.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to gather information, clarify requirements and ensure timely delivery of advisory services.
• Participate in meetings, workshops and consultations, providing analytical support as required.
• Track and report on the progress of advisory projects, ensuring timelines and deliverables are met.
• Contribute to post-project evaluations, assessing outcomes and identifying areas for improvement.
• Provide analytical support in the development and review of policy recommendations and strategic initiatives.
• Assist in creating tools, frameworks and methodologies for the department’s advisory services.

Performance Indicators

• Quality, accuracy and timeliness of market, sector, policy and economic analyses prepared to support advisory assignments.
• Relevance and usefulness of insights generated from financial statements, macroeconomic data, feasibility studies and sector research for decision-making and advisory recommendations.
• Reliability, accuracy and practical applicability of financial models, cost-benefit analyses, impact assessments and risk assessment tools developed or maintained.
• Quality, completeness and client-readiness of advisory reports, presentations, project proposals, terms of reference, contracts and other deliverables.
• Timely completion of assigned advisory project tasks, including research, analysis, documentation, progress tracking and reporting against agreed workplans.
• Effectiveness of coordination with internal teams, clients and external stakeholders in gathering information, clarifying requirements and supporting delivery of advisory services.
• Quality of analytical support provided during meetings, workshops and consultations, including preparation of briefing notes, data inputs and follow-up actions.
• Accuracy and usefulness of advisory project monitoring reports, progress updates, post-project evaluations and lessons learned documentation.
• Quality and practicality of analytical inputs provided for policy recommendations, strategic initiatives and institutional advisory assignments.
• Contribution to the development, improvement and consistent use of advisory tools, frameworks, templates and methodologies within the department.

Working Relationships

• Advisory Services Unit and Business Development Department.
• Business Team and internal BRD teams across sectors and financing units.
• Government officials, public institutions and private sector representatives.
• Development partners, international agencies and other external stakeholders.

Professional, Academic Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in economics, finance, business, environmental science or a related field; a master’s degree is preferred.
• At least two years of experience in financial analysis, economic research, management consulting or a related advisory role, preferably within financial services, consulting firms or the development sector.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial and economic data.
• Proficiency in financial modelling, data analysis tools and Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings clearly and concisely.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of development finance, sustainable investment and public policy is an added advantage.
• Experience working with multi-sectoral teams and managing partnerships with government bodies and international agencies.

Core Competencies

• Analytical thinking and ability to provide actionable insights for decision-making.
• Problem-solving and proactive approach to identifying issues and proposing solutions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work effectively in teams.
• Adaptability and ability to thrive in a dynamic environment while managing competing priorities.
• Client-focused mindset and commitment to delivering high-quality advisory services.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with Rwanda’s national development strategy, Vision 2050 goals, NDCs and SDGs.

• Conduct market and sector analysis on areas such as infrastructure, renewable energy and public-private partnerships to provide relevant data and analysis for advisory projects.
• Stay updated on market trends, industry developments and economic policies that impact development finance and advisory services.
• Analyze financial statements, macroeconomic data and project feasibility studies to support decision-making and advisory recommendations.
• Assist in building and maintaining financial models for projects, including cost-benefit analysis, impact analysis and risk assessment.
• Support the preparation of reports, presentations and client deliverables, ensuring that content is accurate, insightful and aligned with client needs.
• Assist in drafting project proposals, terms of reference and client contracts.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to gather information, clarify requirements and ensure timely delivery of advisory services.
• Participate in meetings, workshops and consultations, providing analytical support as required.
• Track and report on the progress of advisory projects, ensuring timelines and deliverables are met.
• Contribute to post-project evaluations, assessing outcomes and identifying areas for improvement.
• Provide analytical support in the development and review of policy recommendations and strategic initiatives.
• Assist in creating tools, frameworks and methodologies for the department’s advisory services.

• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial and economic data.
• Proficiency in financial modelling, data analysis tools and Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings clearly and concisely.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of development finance, sustainable investment and public policy is an added advantage.
• Experience working with multi-sectoral teams and managing partnerships with government bodies and international agencies.
• Analytical thinking and ability to provide actionable insights for decision-making.
• Problem-solving and proactive approach to identifying issues and proposing solutions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work effectively in teams.
• Adaptability and ability to thrive in a dynamic environment while managing competing priorities.
• Client-focused mindset and commitment to delivering high-quality advisory services.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with Rwanda’s national development strategy, Vision 2050 goals, NDCs and SDGs.

• Bachelor’s degree in economics, finance, business, environmental science or a related field; a master’s degree is preferred.
• At least two years of experience in financial analysis, economic research, management consulting or a related advisory role, preferably within financial services, consulting firms or the development sector.