Investisseurs & Partenaires (I&P) is an impact investment group exclusively focused on Africa's SMEs with EUR 400m in assets under management. Since 2002, I&P has financed and supported more than 200 entrepreneurs in some 20 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa, and sponsored 8 African SME funds; I&P's team is based in 10 countries including Ghana, Kenya, Senegal, Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast, Cameroon, Madagascar, etc. (see our website: www.ietp.com/en ).
Our mission is to foster the emergence of entrepreneurs and SMEs, which are at the core of an inclusive growth and sustainable development in Africa. I&P manages several investment funds supported by development finance institutions, corporates and HNWIs.
Background on the Mastercard Foundation Africa Growth Fund The Mastercard Foundation Africa Growth Fund (the Fund) is a US$ 200m Fund-of-Funds created by Mastercard Foundation and a consortium of partners led by MEDA. I&P is the Fund Advisor for this Fund-of-Funds, in charge of sourcing, assessing and supporting the portfolio of investment vehicles.
The Fund invests in gender-lens and women-led investment vehicles across Sub-Saharan Africa with a focus on first-time and emerging fund managers. It aims to accelerate the growth of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Africa, with the goal of creating work opportunities for young people – particularly young women – and building long-term economic resilience on the continent. The initiative also includes a significant Business Development Services platform that benefits both SMEs and investment vehicles.
I&P is seeking an Investment Analyst who will work under the supervision of the Director of Fund-of-Funds, to implement the Mastercard Foundation Africa Growth Fund's investment strategy, in particular to source, due diligence and support several new investment vehicles on the continent. She/he will work closely with the entire Fund-of-funds team based in Ghana, Senegal and Kenya.
This is a rare opportunity to contribute tangibly to the growth of the African impact investing sector and to the mainstreaming of gender-lens investing, via backing emerging fund managers dedicated to financing African SMEs.
Tasks and Responsibilities Conduct initial assessments of investment opportunities in African funds, as part of the sourcing strategy of the Mastercard Foundation Africa Growth FundSupport the investment team to undertake due diligence on African funds, including their track record, investment strategy, portfolio and pipeline, impact framework, gender-lens methodology, modeling, legal and tax structuring, organization, etc.Research and map the private equity and venture capital sector in Africa, including the pipeline of fund managers and key trends of the sectorSupport the team to capitalize on learnings and communicate achievementsSupport the management of the fund's governance (investment committees, reporting, etc.) Qualifications Currently undertaking a master's degree with a specialization in entrepreneurship, finance, management or business strategyFirst experience in finance (private equity, venture capital, consulting, or any related field) is mandatoryGood knowledge or working experience within Sub Saharan Africa's investment industryExperience working with startups and SMEs is a plusOpen-mindedness, strong ability to adapt and learn in a fast-paced environmentExcellent analytical, synthesis, and writing skillsFit with I&P's values: entrepreneurial spirit, commitment to development, integrity and high standardsPassion for the emergence of new fund managers and investment vehicles to finance African SMEsCommitment to gender-lens investing and principles of diversity, equity and inclusionFull spoken and written English requiredMastery of Office suiteThe position will be based in I&P's office in Paris, France. The start date will be as soon as possible from March 1 st . Remuneration package commensurate with experience.
We thank you for your application. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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