Chris Oosthuizen
About Chris Oosthuizen
Chris Oosthuizen serves as the Head of Treasury for the Africa Region at American Tower, a position he has held since 2019. He has extensive experience in treasury and financial analysis, having previously worked at Actewagl in various roles and at other companies across multiple countries.
Current Role at American Tower
Chris Oosthuizen serves as the Head of Treasury for the Africa Region at American Tower. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to the financial management and strategic treasury operations within the organization. His role involves overseeing treasury functions, ensuring liquidity management, and optimizing financial resources across the African markets.
Previous Experience at Actewagl
Chris Oosthuizen has extensive experience at Actewagl, where he held multiple roles over several years. He began as a Financial Analyst and Treasury from 2008 to 2011, followed by positions as Senior Analyst, Group Advisory and Treasury from 2011 to 2013, and Manager, Group Advisory and Treasury from 2013 to 2014. He later served as Group Treasurer from 2014 to 2016, gaining significant expertise in financial analysis and treasury management.
Educational Background
Chris Oosthuizen studied at the University of Pretoria, where he earned a Bachelor of Commerce from 2000 to 2003. He furthered his education at AGSM @ UNSW Business School, achieving a Master of Business Administration from 2012 to 2014. Additionally, he has been studying at the CFA Institute since 2010, enhancing his financial and investment knowledge.
Experience in Financial Services
Before his tenure at American Tower, Chris Oosthuizen worked in various financial roles. He was a Stock Broker and Investment Advisor at PSG Konsult from 2005 to 2007 and served as Regional Treasurer at Puma Energy from 2016 to 2017 in Singapore. His diverse background includes experience in both advisory and treasury functions across different regions.
Freelance Journalism Experience
Chris Oosthuizen also has experience in journalism, having worked as a Freelance Journalist for Fleet Street Publications in the United Kingdom from 2007 to 2008. This role provided him with a unique perspective on communication and reporting within the financial sector.