IDYHA
At IDYHA, we are committed to unlocking the potential of African businesses. We partner with exceptional management teams to address critical growth barriers—like access to capital, performance strategy, and governance—so they can scale and succeed. More than just investors, we are enablers. Through strategic investments and value creation, we drive business growth, job creation, and regional prosperity.
Role Overview
Are you an experienced investment professional passionate about entrepreneurship and impact? Do you believe in the power of capital to transform African businesses? If so, you could be the perfect fit for our Head of Capital Investment role.
In this leadership role, you’ll drive IDYHA’s investment efforts across Africa, overseeing early-stage venture capital and growth-stage private equity investments. You’ll identify high-potential businesses, deploy capital strategically, and help them scale sustainably—while maximising returns for our investors.
Position: Head of Capital Investment
Location: Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Application Deadline: April 30, 2025
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute IDYHA’s blended investment strategy (VC + PE).
- Source, evaluate, and close high-impact investment opportunities.
- Mentor founders and executive teams on fundraising, finance, and growth.
- Build and manage a strong network of investors, partners, and advisors.
- Lead investment negotiations, term sheet structuring, and exit planning.
- Collaborate with the internal team on pipeline development and portfolio support.
- Represent IDYHA to institutional investors, government stakeholders, and the wider ecosystem.
- Support M&A strategies, co-investments, and LP relationship management.
What We’re Looking For
- 10+ years of experience in VC, PE, investment banking, or entrepreneurship.
- Proven track record in investment sourcing, structuring, and portfolio management.
- Experience scaling businesses, either as an investor, founder, or executive.
- Expertise in fundraising, deal negotiation, and financial modelling.
- Deep understanding of African markets and emerging investment trends.
- Established investor network (LPs, VCs, PEs, institutional capital).
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
- Based in Lagos with willingness to travel globally.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Visionary leader with a strategic and entrepreneurial mindset.
- Passionate about empowering African entrepreneurs.
- Comfortable in dynamic, high-growth investment environments.
- Influencer and ecosystem builder, capable of engaging top-tier stakeholders.
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