500 Global · 22 hours ago
Deputy Director \- Sustainable Growth, Africa
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years exp500 Global is focused on advancing sustainable growth initiatives across Africa. The Deputy Director will lead capital engagement strategies and manage relationships with institutional partners to drive initiatives in climate, gender equity, economic opportunity, and health.
FinanceFinancial ServicesFunding PlatformInternetVenture Capital
Responsibilities
Contribute to and execute 500 Global’s capital engagement strategy across Africa for the Sustainable Growth division
Identify and develop initiatives that connect innovation, sustainable finance, and development priorities to accelerate sustainable growth across Africa and in the Global Majority
Stay at the forefront of developments and innovations in sustainable finance, venture philanthropy, and impact investing to position 500 Global as a trusted leader and innovator in the sector
Monitor and capitalize on trends in global development finance, blended capital structures, and public–private partnerships to inform pipeline development and long-term strategy
Translate high-level vision into actionable strategies, implementation plans, and measurable outcomes—driving coordination, accountability, and performance across teams
Advise the Director, Managing Partner and COO on partnership strategy, capital deployment opportunities, and organizational positioning across Africa, providing clear analysis and recommendations to guide senior decision-making
Lead the design, implementation, and delivery of partnerships with DFIs, multilaterals, corporates, and foundations focused on sustainable growth across Africa, with lasting impact on health, agriculture, gender, climate, and using AI as a key enabler
Develop high-quality, trust-building materials for partners—including proposals, investment memos, strategic briefs, and co-branded thought leadership content
Work closely with internal investment, communications, and impact teams to integrate partnership insights into strategy, reporting, and stakeholder engagement
Cultivate long-term partnerships with DFIs, multilaterals, foundations, corporations, family offices, and institutional LPs across Africa
Serve as a key relationship manager for existing and prospective capital partners, ensuring consistent engagement, strategic alignment, and delivery against partnership objectives in the region and across the Global Majority
Represent 500 Global at major investor forums, policy dialogues, and development finance convenings to advance the firm’s thought leadership and strategic relationships
Qualification
Required
At least 10 years in capital partnerships, sustainable finance, or global development, ideally within DFIs, multilaterals, or impact investing platforms
Deep experience working in African countries and engaging with key stakeholders across the region (private sector, governments, philanthropies, etc)
Demonstrated success building institutional partnerships and managing senior external relationships
Proven ability to design and execute strategic initiatives that convert partnerships into tangible outcomes
Strong understanding of catalytic finance, blended capital models, and ESG frameworks, with expertise in different development sectors such as health, climate agriculture and/or food security, and technology and innovations (AI, DPI, etc)
Experience representing organizations at high-level forums or negotiations
Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
Analytical and strategic thinker with a bias toward action
High emotional intelligence and professional maturity in managing senior relationships
Comfortable working across cultures, time zones, and organizational boundaries
Entrepreneurial spirit, resilience, and commitment to 500 Global's mission of building inclusive economies
Preferred
Deep expertise in health, agriculture and innovation, especially across Africa
Company
500 Global
500 Global is a multi-stage venture capital firm that invests in founders building fast-growing technology companies.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$2.27MKey Investors
Abu Dhabi Financial GroupMason Ng
2021-02-17Series Unknown
2018-04-03Corporate Round
2017-05-11Series Unknown· $0.15M
Leadership Team
Christine Tsai
CEO and Founding Partner
Courtney Powell
COO and Managing partner
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