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South Africa: Head Of Investment Readiness posted by Fetola

Head Of Investment Readiness

Posted on 2025-02-10

Salary 53956

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Job Summary

Join Fetola and Make a Difference as Head of Investment Readiness

 

Apply now for a full-time opportunity based in Cape Town

Salary:

R53 956 R63 123 (plus benefits)

Closing date: 5 February 2025

Our purpose is simple: we help people to start, grow & scale successful businesses.

Who are we?

At Fetola, we are catalysts for sustainable development. With a rich history of success in business start-ups and acceleration, we are committed to alleviating unemployment, inequality, and poverty through sustainable SME development. Our innovative approach, diverse programs, investment funds, and strategic partnerships have propelled us to the forefront of impactful change in South Africa. Our strategy for 2025 and beyond is one of growth, especially in our impact fund management and investment readiness accelerators.

Position Overview

The Head of Investment Readiness will ensure the department meets the growing needs of Fetola by leading the IR strategy for SMEs in Fetola Investment Readiness projects and Business Development Support accelerators. You will work closely with founders, providing them with the tools, knowledge, and networks necessary to attract and secure investment deals. Your expertise will ensure that our companies are well-prepared to present compelling investment cases to potential investors.

Who are we looking for?

  • The role requires experience in finance and business growth strategies, good relationship-building skills, and strong analytical abilities.
  • The ideal candidate will have strong numerical skills and a knack for Finance or Accounting.
  • Keen interest and experience in complex database systems.
  • Knowledgeable of SMME/Enterprise Development/Start-up ecosystem
  • Successful record of deal-making
  • An individual with great people skills and can communicate technical information in laymans terms.
  • Able to think abstractly, be influential, innovative and problem-solve.
  • Have a passion for embarking on new projects, and the ability to work both independently and within a team.  

 

What will you do:

Program Development and Management:

  •  Effective management of the Investment Readiness portfolio, ensuring maximum efficiency, correct resourcing and team is fully utilised to Fetola standard
  • Design and lead comprehensive investment readiness programs, workshops, and one-on-one sessions tailored to the needs of our portfolio companies.

Performance Tracking

  • Ensure stakeholder satisfaction and programmes targets are met
  • Oversee grant management processes for our business accelerators
  • Oversee Financial Management interventions for our SMEs
  • Deliver programme deal-making targets
  • Monitor the progress of companies through the investment readiness process, providing feedback and continuous improvement recommendations.

Mentorship and coaching

  • Provide Strategic guidance and expertise to founders on business planning, financial modelling, market analysis, and pitch development as well as our Funds department as needed

Investor Relations

  • Build, develop, and maintain stakeholder relations in the finance ecosystem (investors, venture capitalists and financial institutions), and ensure relevant information is captured onto the CRM database
  • Provide a qualified pipeline to Fetola Capital as required
  • Facilitate introductions and matchmaking between companies and potential investors.

Resource Development

  • Create and curate resources, templates, and best practices to support companies in their investment readiness journey.

Industry Insight

  • Stay abreast of market trends, investor expectations, and the competitive landscape to inform and enhance the investment readiness program


Requirements

Qualifications and

Requirements:

  • Bachelors degree in business, finance, economics, or a related field – MBA or other advanced degree preferred.
  • At least 7 years spent in a role with a focus on enterprise/start-up development; SMME financial analysis, and project management
  • Strong proven experience in deal-making – track record in preparing startups for successful fundraising and securing SME financing deals critical
  • Team management/leadership role experience
  • Prior experience in facilitating trainings and workshops
  • Passion for entrepreneurship/entrepreneurial development and supporting entrepreneurial ecosystems.
  • Ability to engage and support the entrepreneur with financial challenges.
  • Multilingual (Greatly advantageous if can speak at least three South African languages)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel experience using and creating graphs and pivot tables.


Benefits

Why Join Fetola:

At Fetola, we empower leaders to drive sustainable change and make a lasting impact. With our proven track record in small business acceleration, investment readiness and impact fund management, you`ll have the opportunity to shape the future of South Africa`s economy and communities. Join us and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to building a better tomorrow. If you are ready to embark on a transformative journey and lead with purpose, we invite you to apply for the Head of Investment Readiness role at Fetola. Together, let`s create a brighter, more equitable future for all.

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