Objective of the Role
The Investment Manager will be responsible for leading the investment operations of the organization, including strategy planning, development, refinement and operationalization of debt origination, structuring, portfolio management ensuring all the compliance, governance and risk management, and stakeholder engagement objectives are met and that all investment activities align with the organization’s financial and impact objectives while maintaining risk adjusted performance and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide oversight, continue the optimization and implementation of the developed investment strategy and financial model (including the operating budget).
• Identify, engage, and build relationships with potential investees (social enterprises, SMEs, cooperatives, community-based businesses).
• Originate, structure, and execute debt transactions including direct lending, syndications, and structured finance.
• Conduct rigorous due diligence, financial modeling, credit risk assessment, and investment analysis.
• Lead investment and divestment decisions to ensure efficient capital deployment and asset allocation.
• Establish and manage relationships with DFIs, commercial banks, and institutional investors.
• Design and negotiate co-lending and risk-sharing frameworks with financial partners.
• Monitor the debt portfolio’s performance and ensure compliance with financial covenants and risk management protocols.
• Proactively assess market trends and adjust strategies to enhance resilience and capitalize on opportunities.
• Provide investment reports and strategic insights to the Board and relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure full compliance with regulatory frameworks and governance standards.
Qualifications and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field (MBA or CFA preferred).
• Minimum of 7–10 years of experience in debt financing, investment management, or structured finance, with a focus on emerging markets.
• Strong expertise in financial modeling, credit risk assessment, and loan structuring.
• Demonstrated success in working with DFIs, banks, and institutional investors as well as regulators.
• Proven experience managing debt portfolios, including monitoring and restructuring.
• In-depth understanding of regulatory frameworks governing financial instruments and transactions.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
How To Apply
All applications must be received by 12.00 midnight on 8th July 2025. All applications are to be submitted with an email subject “Application for the role of an Investment Manager at Continuum Capital”
Late submissions will not be considered. Please direct all submission correspondence to:
etender@pindfoundation.org.
Any questions concerning this solicitation for applications should be directed to:
procurement@pindfoundation.org
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