The Ethiopian Investment Holdings (EIH) was established on December 29th, 2021, through the Council of Ministers Regulation No 487/2021. The objectives of EIH include serving as the strategic investment arm of the Government of Ethiopia (GoE) and contributing to sustainable economic development, through the management of its funds and assets, and achieving optimal use of the assets, in accordance with the international best practice and rules to maximize the value for the benefit of current and future generations of Ethiopians. EIH has acquired 27 state-owned enterprises (SOEs) following the decision of its Board of Directors. In line with its mandate, EIH will implement best-practice corporate governance and performance management techniques to ensure the long-term value creation of its subsidiary companies, and in doing so, enable them to attract investment that will help address strategic needs of the Ethiopian economy.
Primary purpose of the role
The Portfolio director will act as an immediate point of contact for subsidiary companies representing EIH and lead all subsidiary and sector specific portfolio planning, support, engagement, technical advice and appraisal of performances by utilizing the talent pool of EIH and incorporating best in class corporate governance standard or structures and corporate management principles.
Major Duties and responsibilities
Reports to – Chief Portfolio Officer
Type of employment :Permanent
Qualifications
Competencies