Growth Fund Strategy and Operations Specialist at Anza Growth Fund

Growth Fund Strategy and Operations Specialist at Anza Growth Fund August 2024

Anza Growth Fund (AGF) International Volunteer
Job Description:
Growth Fund Strategy and Operations Specialist
About Anza and Anza Growth Fund
Anza
is an innovation organization, founded on the belief that entrepreneurs
will transform Tanzania. Understanding the challenges faced by many
growing enterprises, Anza provides them with personalized and strategic
capacity building, affordable capital, and relevant community. Through
this robust range of offerings, Anza meaningfully assists in growing
businesses that create more jobs and provide life-improving products or
services to low-income Tanzanians.

Anza runs two programs:
The Investment Readiness (IR) Program & The Business Foundations
Accelerator (BFA). Both are designed to support distinct segments of
entrepreneurs to raise capital and expand their businesses. The
IR program supports high-growth ventures with the potential for
exponential growth to prepare to raise VC-style equity investments,
while the BFA supports growing businesses in traditional sectors to
obtain debt capital via the Anza Growth Fund Microfinance and 3rd party
lenders.

Anza Growth Fund is a microfinance institution
registered in Tanzania that provides debt and equity finance at terms
that help businesses grow. With a below-market rate interest, flexible
repayment terms tied to future cash flow, and flexible collateral
requirements, the Anza Growth Fund is a unique offering of Anza. While
many business development companies say they will get businesses ready
for finance, Anza Growth Fund ensures that hurdles to finance are
removed.

Role Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated
volunteer to support the Anza Growth Fund in revising its strategy,
strengthening operations, enhancing due diligence procedures, and
providing a framework for sourcing the best leads for investment. The
volunteer will also review current and prospective investors,
determining how to engage them effectively. The ideal candidate will
provide strategic direction to improve AGF’s performance and expand its
reach.

Key Responsibilities:
Strategy Revision: Analyze AGF’s current strategy and identify areas for improvement.
○ Develop a revised strategy to address high non-repayment rates and operational inefficiencies.
○
Propose innovative approaches to enhance AGF’s investment model and
expand its impact. Operational Strengthening: Review and improve AGF’s
due diligence procedures to ensure robust assessment of potential
investments.
○ Develop and implement best practices for loan monitoring and management.
○
Create a framework for ongoing evaluation and improvement of
operational processes. Investor Engagement: Review AGF’s current and
prospective investors, including KIVA, One Seed Expeditions, and 3rd
Creek.
○ Develop strategies to engage investors more effectively and secure additional funding.
○ Propose methods to enhance investor relations and build long-term partnerships.

Performance Evaluation: Assess AGF’s past performance and identify key challenges and successes.
○ Develop metrics and KPIs to track AGF’s progress and impact.
○
Provide recommendations for continuous performance improvement.
Sourcing the Best Leads: Develop strategies and tools that support the
team in identifying and sourcing high-potential leads for investment.
○ Create criteria and processes for evaluating and prioritizing investment leads.
○
Support the team to utilize data-driven approaches to identify market
trends and opportunities for AGF. Collaboration with Anza Entrepreneurs:
Work closely with Anza Entrepreneurs to align AGF’s strategy with
overall organizational goals.
○ Ensure effective integration of capital elements into program funding.
Read Also:

• NEW TANZANIAN JOBS, INTERNSHIPS AND VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES 2024 (1,475 POSTS)

• CHECK SCHOLARSHIPS OPPORTUNITIES TO STUDY ABROAD CLICK HERE!
• Download Your National ID (NIDA) Number  Here | Download NAMBA NA KITAMBULISHO CHAKO CHA NIDA. BONYEZA HAPA! 
• PAST PAPERS ZA DARASA LA 7 MPAKA FORM SIX | NECTA AND MOCK EXAMS 1988 – 2019. CLICK HERE! 
• Free
  CV Writing and Download, Cover/Job Application Letters, Interview
  Questions and It’s Best Answers plus Examples. Click Here!

Qualification
We are considering the following qualifications to be relevant to this position:

• Degree
  in Finance, Microfinance, Accounting, Investments, Business, Economics,
  or relevant education. Advanced degree and or professional
  qualification will be an added advantage.
• At least 3+ years of
  experience with fund management, Investments, credit/loans management,
  financial management, budgeting, and accounting.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Critical thinking skills are a crucial asset and you know how to take the team along in the strategy journey
• Appreciate the use of technology as a key driver of organization efficiency

Benefits Career growth:

• Exposed to Tanzanian local business setups, learn about the economics and investments of developing countries
• Monthly Stipends to cover accommodation, meals, and local transport
• Access to tools and platforms to grow your experience
• Possibility of joining the team for a longer-term setup

MODE OF APPLICATION:
Send your application to hr@anza.co.com