Deputy Director – Africa in 500 Global

500 Global is a leading venture capital firm with $2.4B+ in assets under management, focused on supporting founders who are building fast-growing, technology-driven companies. Our Sustainable Growth division leads our engagement with development finance institutions, multilaterals, corporations, and other capital partners to advance inclusive, resilient, and sustainable growth. This role sits at the intersection of strategy, partnerships, and impact, driving capital engagement in Africa to bridge innovation, investment, and sustainable development. You will work closely with global teams to align Africa-focused initiatives with broader firm objectives, ensure alignment with national development blueprints, and position 500 Global as a trusted leader in sustainable finance and impact investing across the continent.

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• 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.