Position: Analyst, Direct Investments

Salary: $92,817 - $98,420 plus 15.4% superannuation

Employment type: Full-time Non-ongoing

Location: Sydney, Brisbane or Melbourne

The IBA Investment and Asset Management program partners with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to make investments. The program co-invests alongside our partners in direct equity investments, commercial property as well as managed funds.

We’re deeply invested in the financial success and economic independence of Indigenous Australians.

It’s why we exist.

We provide a range of services for Indigenous Australians to create wealth and accumulate assets, take up investment opportunities, create business enterprises that provide additional employment opportunities, and to purchase homes. We achieve these outcomes by applying a commercial focus, and by building mutually respectful and productive partnerships with Indigenous Australians, government, non-government and private sector organisations.

Our staff are invested, informed, responsive, respectful and connected.

Want to know more? Read about the stories that make up IBA here.

Investment & Asset Management:

IBA Investments aims to create economic independence for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples by using its capital base, skills and expertise, to build and manage a substantial portfolio of investments and generate economic impact for Indigenous Australians via financial returns, commercial capability, employment, training and supply chain outcomes.

IBA has a long history of over 20 years of successful investment alongside Indigenous organisations. The portfolio comprises over $480 million in investments across Australia in a variety of sectors, including renewable energy, tourism, property, funds management, primary industries, industrial and retail businesses.

About the role

As an Analyst, you will be responsible for providing support to: (i) the Investment and Asset Management program through the provision of analysis, budgeting and operational planning, business administration and procedures, portfolio and investment reporting and strategic and operational support; and (ii) Investment Managers in the Direct Investments’ team for the execution and management of investments including the preparation of financial models and undertaking financial analyses, planning and execution of due diligence, and assisting with investment approvals.

What you’ll bring to the team

· Relevant tertiary qualifications in economics, commerce, business, accounting, actuarial studies is essential.

· Advanced use of Excel and other Microsoft products.

· Awareness of accounting and commercial matters relevant to the role.

· Awareness of the economic development aspirations of, and commitment to working ethically with and in the interests of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

· An understanding of the disciplines underpinning investment, including in relation to financial/portfolio management, risk management, impact creation and financial & impact reporting.

Skills and attributes

· Strong analytical and lateral-thinking skills.

· Self-starting and results oriented.

· Well-developed organising, planning and prioritisation skills.

· A high level of attention to detail and diligence, supported by a strong work ethic.

· Possesses the energy, commitment and diligence to meet deadlines.

· Cultural capability including a respect for diversity and ability to communicate sensitively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.

· Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to write professionally, succinctly and with clarity.

What you will get in return

• A values-based organisation that drives financial inclusion and economic empowerment with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
• 15.4% employer contribution to superannuation.
• Not-for-profit status, with access to Salary Packaging.
• 4 weeks annual leave, with half pay annual leave and purchased leave available.
• Christmas close down without leave deduction.
• Flexible working hours.
• 18 days personal/carers leave.
• Paid volunteer leave.

Cultural Capability

• Awareness and understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander societies and culture.
• Ability to liaise and communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.

Want to know more about IBA?

Visit www.iba.gov.au

Location: Sydney, Brisbane or Melbourne

Applications close: 11 June 2025