Job Title: Â Investment Impact Manager
Organisation: aBi Finance Ltd
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About the Company:
The Agricultural Business Initiative (aBi) was jointly founded by the Governments of Denmark & Uganda in 2010 as a social enterprise that channels development cooperation funding to agribusinesses & agricultural service providers.
In 2021, aBi Finance transitioned from a company limited by guarantee to a company limited by shares in a bid to commercialize its operations and attract new investments. As an impact investor, aBi Finance Ltd provides sustainable financing solutions in Uganda’s financial services sector. Our mission revolves around enabling access to agribusiness and green finance, achieved through three key strategies: offering competitively priced liquidity through lines of credit (LoC), mitigating agribusiness finance risks using the agribusiness guarantee (AG), and bolstering the capabilities of financial services providers through Financial Services Development (FSD) and Business Development Services (SOS).
Job Summary: Â Â The Investment Impact Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring the success of aBi Finance’s investment strategy by providing data-driven insights, developing robust monitoring and evaluation (M&E) systems, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. This role directly supports strategic decision-making across the organization and ensures the consistent production of high-quality data which informs key investment decisions and demonstrates impact to a wide range of stakeholders. The manager leverages data analysis, predictive modelling, and effective communication strategies to identify key trends, mitigate emerging risks, and capitalize on significant opportunities, ultimately contributing to aBi Finance’s thought leadership in the realm of green finance and socially responsible investing. The manager will work closely with the Investment Impact Data Analyst to ensure efficient and effective use of resources and expertise.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Master’s degree in a relevant field such as Economics, Statistics, International Development, or a related field with a strong quantitative component.
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required.
- Postgraduate diploma in M&E or Project Management (added advantage)
Experience
- Minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experience in a senior management role within the development, finance, or impact investment sector. This experience should include demonstrated success in leading and managing teams.
- Proven experience in developing and implementing M&E strategies and frameworks; experience with international development organizations is highly desirable.
- Proven experience in conducting data analysis, producing high-quality reports, and presenting findings effectively to various stakeholders, including senior management and boards.
- Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders and effectively communicate complex information in an easily-understandable manner.
Technical Skills & Knowledge
- Deep understanding of monitoring and evaluation (M&E) principles, methodologies, and best practices; experience with various M&E frameworks and tools.
- Advanced proficiency in data analysis techniques and statistical software packages (e.g., R, STATA, Python); ability to conduct advanced statistical modeling.
- Strong data visualization skills; ability to create clear, concise, and insightful reports and dashboards using appropriate software (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
- Experience in developing and implementing data management systems; ability to ensure data quality, accuracy, and integrity.
- Experience with predictive modeling techniques and their application to inform strategic decision-making.
- Understanding of green finance, sustainable development, and social impact measurement principles
How to Apply:
Please send your applications to vacancy
abi.co.ug indicating the position Title in the email subject line.
Deadline: 7th February 2025 by 5:00 pm.
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NB: Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted. Canvassing will lead to disqualification. Hardcopy applications will not be accepted. aBi is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified male and female are encouraged to apply.
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