March 9th, 2025 at 12:48 pm
Exciting Career Opportunity at MPower
POSITION: Research and Strategic Fundraising Manager
MPower, a climate fintech operating across Africa (www.mpower.africa), seeks an independent and entrepreneurial individual to be part of our team. This worldwide position aids our Management Team and regional teams in Sub-Saharan Africa, presenting an exciting chance in an intriguing and swiftly expanding sector within a start-up setting. The position will collaborate closely and directly with the CEO.
MPower is developing a platform to provide and fund small-scale decentralized solar systems in emerging markets using a B2B2C partnership approach. Our solar offerings include software and financing options that enable customers to make payments in monthly installments. This role presents a distinctive chance with significant influence. Become part of our team, collaborate with global professionals, and acquire essential experience in the expanding solar and finance industries in Africa. Joining MPower means you’ll play a crucial role in a growing impact start-up.
Role Summary:
Your main duties will include helping the management with fundraising, investor and shareholder relations, alongside managing and/or supporting strategic business initiatives from inception to completion. You will work with executives and team members from various countries to improve organizational structure and processes for better efficiency. The role is located in Yaounde, Lusaka, Accra, Zurich, or can be remote with periodic travel to Zurich.
Duties:
- Assist in fundraising initiatives: Collaborate with the management team to prepare for fundraising rounds by developing and refining pitch decks, comprehending financial forecasts and KPIs, and researching as well as connecting with prospective investors.
- Oversee board and investor relations: Assist the CEO in crafting materials for board meetings and investor presentations. Facilitate communication and subsequent actions with various stakeholders.
- Manage high-level administrative duties, including organizing materials for meetings, coordinating agendas (e.g. board gatherings), and overseeing subsequent actions.
- Guide and/or assist in crafting and submitting persuasive project proposals, such as grant applications, tenders, awards, and various funding requests, to obtain resources for the growth and initiatives of the organization.
- Act as a bridge between staff, executives, senior leaders, and management: promoting communication and ensuring smooth collaboration among team members.
- Assist the management in creating and bargaining partnership agreements or collaboration structures.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Master’s/MBA in Business Administration, Finance, International Relations, or a comparable field with at least 2-3 years of pertinent experience;
- Outstanding English skills in both written and spoken form. Having knowledge of French is advantageous.
- The perfect candidate will have excellent financial skills, allowing them to accurately comprehend financial forecasts and interpret financial reports.
- The perfect applicant will be self-motivated with an entrepreneurial attitude, possessing robust problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of thriving in fast-paced and changing environments. The candidate is meticulous and demonstrates excellence in handling organizational responsibilities with a solid emphasis on efficiency.
- Enthusiastic about making a difference and sustainability, particularly in renewable energy and financial technology.
How to Apply for this Career Opportunity at MPower
Submit your CV and cover letter (as a PDF) to: flora@mpower.africa
The email’s subject line must include the job title “Research & Strategic Fundraising Manager.”
Closing Date: Friday, March 28, 2025
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