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Investment Principal, Ventures, East Africa
3 months ago
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action – helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within. Now, and for the future. We help people overcome poverty and conflict. Working with communities, we leverage local logic to help people transform their lives. To grow more food, earn higher incomes and ultimately advocate for their needs. We see global challenges as an invitation to pioneer innovative, sustainable solutions
JOB SUMMARY
Minimum Qualification & Transferable SkillsBachelor's degree in Business or related field; MBA or equivalent a plus7+ years of business experience with a proven track record in either:Venture capital investing in East AfricaOther investment (e.g., private equity, impact investing, investment-banking or other fund investing) or management consulting experience, with experience in preferred equity, SAFE, and convertible note instruments preferred, but not requiredEntrepreneurship, incubation/acceleration, or strategy consulting with strong networks and experience in East Africa focused on MCV thematic areasStrong analytical mindset and toolkit, including fluidity navigating excel and evaluating financial statements, financial projections and valuations, term sheets, and unit economicsUnmatched network of contacts (investors, angels, accelerators, talent, startups)Primary domain expertise in one of MCV's key thesis themes (AgTech, FinTech, Climate Tech)Hands-on operational experience as a founder or executive team member of a startup in an emerging market or challenging context a plusA team-oriented, "low-ego" individual who works collaboratively in a high-performance environment; just as comfortable strategizing in a boardroom with the C-level team of a startup as chatting with a smallholder farmer customer in KaramojaExcellent communication and interpersonal skills - able to articulately craft an argument and defend a positionFluent in written and spoken English
RESPONSIBILITIES
INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT (70%)Lead all Mercy Corps Ventures workstreams in East and Southern AfricaFoster strong relationships and strategic partnerships with incubators, accelerators, peer investors and other ecosystem actors throughout MCV target geographies in East Africa according to our thesis and criteriaBuild an unparalleled network of founders, co-investors, and advisors in target MCV investment marketsDevelop a deep and broad pipeline of potential investments that meet the MCV's investment theses and criteria (>300 annually)Leverage MCV advisors, Mercy Corps experts & partners, and your own network to conduct diligence on potential investmentsIn collaboration with the Managing Partner and Partner, lead investment structuring, negotiation, documentation, and executionPresent investment opportunities to the Investment Committee for debate and approvalLead deal closing processes, including local legal due diligence, definitive document development, and any other regulatory requirementsSupport other investment team members in due diligence and investment opportunity decision makingPORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT & THOUGHT LEADERSHIP (30%)Work with the Managing Partner and Partner to oversee and manage future portfolio companies. This entails strategic advisory, attending board meetings, and guiding MCV on how it can engage portfolio companies.Provide strategic support to portfolio companies, such as input on strategic initiatives and strategies to grow and scale operations and clientsEnsure all portfolio data is collected, analyzed and reported internally and externallyActively participate in MCV's investment strategy setting meetings and analysis of portfolio composition and structuring throughout the yearRepresent MCV at industry events, write 2-3 articles annually and in general, build your brand as a thought leader in East AfricaSupervisory ResponsibilityThe Principal will manage an Analyst. In the future, they may also manage additional junior staff, interns and fellows.They are expected to maintain close working relationships with leaders in the Ventures team, and other senior level leaders within Mercy Corps and partner organizations. They may also take on board roles and responsibilities for MCV portfolio companiesAccountability to Participants and StakeholdersMercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our program participants, community partners, other stakeholders, and to international standards guiding international relief and development work. We are committed to actively engaging communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Strategizing, Collaboration, Communication, Interpersonal communication
REQUIRED EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree
