Position Summary
The ADT Africa Regional Partner possesses extensive experience in private equity within emerging markets, with a specialized focus on regulated financial institutions that are pioneering digital financial services for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), smallholder farmers, and low-income households.
A strong candidate will possess hands-on expertise in how financial institutions can harness technology to drive growth, working alongside ADT’s Operating Partner, Action Advisory, Action’s financial inclusion advisory team, and other specialist groups to craft tailored digitization strategies for portfolio companies. This role involves engaging with shareholders, board members, and executive teams to foster alignment and ensure seamless execution of strategic initiatives.
The Africa Regional Partner may oversee an Investment Analyst, with the scope of responsibility tailored to the portfolio’s scale and regional opportunities. It is anticipated that investments in Africa will constitute approximately 25% of the total investible capital, potentially involving co-investments from limited partners.
Supervise daily operations to ensure adherence to established protocols and standards, fostering an environment of efficiency and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align objectives and drive project execution, while monitoring progress and addressing any deviations promptly. Oversee financial management, including budget preparation, expense tracking, and resource allocation to maintain fiscal responsibility. Develop and implement policies and procedures to enhance operational effectiveness and mitigate potential risks. Provide leadership and mentorship to staff, promoting professional growth and a culture of accountability. Conduct performance evaluations to assess team and individual contributions, identifying areas for improvement and recognizing achievements. Serve as the primary liaison between senior management and operational teams, facilitating clear communication and strategic alignment.
Working in close collaboration with the Managing Partners, the Africa Regional Partner spearheads the comprehensive investment process for the Africa portfolio, overseeing every stage from initial deal sourcing to final execution and exit. Additionally, the role involves providing global support to the team as required. Key investment processes encompass:
Proactively seeking equity investment opportunities that align with ADT’s commitment to impact-driven investing and its strategic focus on digital transformation.
Developing and managing comprehensive financial models, projections, and valuations to evaluate equity investment and divestment opportunities, then presenting findings to limited partners.
Providing investment analyses and strategic recommendations to the Investment Committee.
Responsible for spearheading deal negotiations and finalizing transactions—including the preparation and review of all legal documentation—while ensuring full adherence to ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) policies.
Overseeing the equity portfolio and formulating and implementing responsible commercial exit strategies for portfolio companies.
Help develop a digitization strategy with the digital transformation team for potential target companies and support the implementation as value creation.
Deliver strategic guidance to portfolio companies by cultivating effective alliances, securing new financing through debt and equity instruments, and contributing expertise on pivotal decisions—particularly those aligned with ESG and digital transformation initiatives.
Serve as the designated representative of ADT on the boards of portfolio companies when deemed suitable.
Develop and lead co-investment consortia while cultivating enduring partnerships with co-investors.
Deliver continuous assistance to the Operations and Finance teams on the valuation and reporting of portfolio companies.
Collaborate effectively with Managing Partners to cultivate a compelling brand and foster a positive organizational culture, ensuring AIM maintains adherence to industry-leading standards and best practices.
Facilitate investor relations and conduct due diligence processes for prospective investors.
You will serve as AIM’s local representative within the African market while also supporting global initiatives, engaging in external professional development opportunities, and facilitating knowledge sharing both internally with Action and externally as needed.
Position Qualifications
With over 15 years of specialized investment expertise in private equity, particularly within financial institutions and fintech, the ideal candidate will exhibit a proven ability to originate, lead, and successfully exit investments across Africa.
Expertise in the financial services and financial technology sectors is essential, particularly in relation to operating models, regulatory frameworks, and competitive landscapes within African markets.
Demonstrates a strong track record in formulating and implementing regional investment strategies, encompassing the development of proprietary pipelines, recognition of emerging trends, and ensuring alignment of investment efforts with the organization’s overarching goals and impact priorities.
Partner with financial institutions to foster value creation, spearheading the design and execution of digital strategies that advance financial inclusion, demonstrating a deep grasp of innovative approaches in this domain; entrepreneurial background is an additional asset.
Proven track record in guiding board members and senior leadership toward informed decisions, functioning as a reliable consultant on strategic initiatives, expansion opportunities, and organizational change initiatives.
Advanced analytical and investment acumen, coupled with a proven track record in leading rigorous due diligence processes, structuring strategic transactions, and optimizing portfolio performance to achieve compelling financial returns alongside meaningful impact.
Proven skill in cultivating and activating relationships with colleagues, key stakeholders, and organizational leaders to foster collaboration and propel impactful outcomes.
Proven leadership experience is essential, encompassing direct mentorship and development of investment professionals alongside fostering a high-performing, collaborative team culture across diverse geographic locations.
Demonstrates strong self-directed work capabilities while seamlessly integrating into a global, matrixed organizational structure through effective collaboration.
Highly adept at conveying ideas with executive poise, this individual excels in engaging and persuading a broad range of stakeholders while serving as an authoritative representative for the ADT team and AIM externally. Demonstrated expertise includes crafting and presenting sophisticated presentations and investment materials tailored for senior leadership audiences.
Exhibits a firm commitment to upholding AIM’s core values—Excellence, Respect, and a Dedicated Drive for Social Change.
A master’s-level qualification in business or finance is required.
Proficient in both oral and written English communication, with fluency in French considered advantageous.
Proven expertise in cultivating and maximizing strategic connections with investors, partners, and key industry figures to drive collaboration and mutual growth.
Qualifications
MBA/MSc/MA
Experience Required
15 years
