Position Summary
The ADT Africa Regional Partner offers extensive experience in private equity within emerging markets, with a strong focus on regulated financial institutions pioneering innovative digital financial services tailored for MSMEs, smallholder farmers, and low-income households.
The ideal candidate will possess practical expertise in utilizing technology to drive growth within financial institutions and will work closely with ADT’s Operating Partner, Action Advisory, Action’s financial inclusion advisory team, and other advisory groups to formulate digitization strategies for businesses. Additionally, the candidate will engage with portfolio company shareholders, boards, and management teams to foster alignment and ensure successful strategy implementation.
The Africa Regional Partner will oversee an Investment Analyst when necessary, based on the portfolio’s scale and regional prospects. Investments in Africa are projected to constitute approximately 25% of total deployable capital and may encompass co-investments from limited partners.
The position entails managing and overseeing various operational duties, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures while maintaining high standards of efficiency and accuracy. Key responsibilities include coordinating team efforts, monitoring performance metrics, and implementing strategies to enhance productivity and streamline workflows. Additionally, the role requires collaborating with cross-functional departments to align objectives, resolving operational challenges, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential, along with a proven ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
The Africa Regional Partner will collaborate closely with the Managing Partners to oversee the complete investment lifecycle across the Africa portfolio—spanning deal sourcing, execution, and exit—while also providing global support to the team as required. Core investment processes involve:
Evaluating investment opportunities that align with ADT’s commitment to equity and its strategic focus on digital transformation represents a core responsibility of this role.
Developing and managing comprehensive financial models, projections, and valuations to evaluate equity investment and divestment prospects, then presenting findings to limited partners.
Delivering comprehensive deal analyses along with strategic investment recommendations to the Investment Committee constitutes a core responsibility of this position.
Orchestrating deal negotiations and finalizing agreements, including the preparation and review of legal documentation, while adhering to ESG policy requirements.
Overseeing the equity portfolio and formulating and implementing responsible commercial exit strategies for portfolio companies are key responsibilities of the role.
Collaborate with the digital transformation team to devise and execute a digitization strategy aimed at enhancing value creation for potential target companies.
Offer strategic guidance to portfolio companies by cultivating impactful alliances, securing new debt and equity financing, and contributing insights on key strategic decisions—particularly those related to ESG and digital transformation initiatives.
Represent ADT on the boards of portfolio companies as circumstances require.
Develop co-investment consortia and cultivate robust relationships with co-investors.
Offer continuous assistance to the Operations and Finance teams concerning the valuation and reporting of portfolio companies.
Collaborate effectively with Managing Partners to cultivate a distinctive brand identity and foster a positive organizational culture, ensuring AIM consistently aligns with industry-leading standards and best practices.
Facilitate investor relations activities and conduct thorough due diligence assessments for prospective investors.
You will serve as AIM’s representative in the Africa market, both locally and on a global scale, engaging in external professional development initiatives and knowledge-sharing efforts, as well as collaborating with Action when necessary.
Seeking candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, alongside three years of experience in software development or a comparable role. Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or C++ is essential, along with expertise in system design and debugging. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication abilities, and a proven track record of delivering high-quality solutions are required. The ideal applicant must demonstrate adaptability in dynamic environments and a commitment to continuous learning and innovation.
With over fifteen years of steadily advancing investment expertise in private equity, particularly within financial institutions and fintech, the ideal candidate will have a proven ability to source, execute, and divest investments across the African market.
Specialized knowledge of the financial services and fintech sectors, encompassing operating frameworks, regulatory landscapes, and competitive forces across African markets.
Demonstrated expertise in developing and implementing regional investment strategies, encompassing the establishment of proprietary pipelines, the identification of emerging trends, and the alignment of investment initiatives with the organization’s overarching and impact-driven objectives.
Partnering with financial institutions to foster value creation, you will contribute to designing and executing digital strategies that advance financial inclusion, leveraging a deep comprehension of innovation in this domain; entrepreneurial experience is highly advantageous.
Proven track record in guiding board members and senior leadership toward informed decisions, functioning as a strategic advisor on organizational strategy, expansion initiatives, and transformational operations.
Advanced analytical and investment acumen, coupled with a proven track record in spearheading due diligence, crafting strategic transactions, and overseeing portfolio performance to achieve robust financial returns and meaningful impact.
Exceptional skill in developing and leveraging professional relationships with colleagues, key stakeholders, and decision-makers to foster collaboration, unlock opportunities, and achieve impactful outcomes.
Demonstrated leadership ability, evidenced by a proven track record in guiding and nurturing investment professionals, as well as fostering a high-performing, collaborative team environment across diverse geographical locations.
Able to function independently with strong self-direction while seamlessly integrating efforts within a global, matrixed organizational structure.
Highly skilled communicator with a commanding executive presence, adept at engaging and persuading a broad range of stakeholders while representing the ADT team and AIM externally. Demonstrated expertise in crafting and presenting high-level presentations and investment materials to senior audiences.
Exemplifies a strong commitment to AIM’s core values—Excellence, Respect, and a fervent dedication to driving social change.
A master’s degree in business administration or finance-related field is required.
Proficient proficiency in both spoken and written English is essential, while additional fluency in French is considered advantageous.
Exceptionally skilled in cultivating and capitalizing on connections with investors, partners, and key figures within the industry.
Qualifications
MBA/MSc/MA
Experience Required
15 years
