Portfolio Associate Jobs – Outbox Hub

Outbox Hub, a leading incubation, collaboration, and co-creation space for tech entrepreneurs in Uganda, is hiring a Portfolio Associate to join their team in Kampala, Uganda. This role is essential for evaluating and guiding Small and Growing Businesses (SGBs) within the NSSF Hi-Innovator Accelerator program.

About Outbox Hub: Outbox Hub fosters innovation by supporting tech entrepreneurs in developing mobile and web products and businesses. The NSSF Hi-Innovator program, implemented by Outbox in partnership with Mastercard Foundation, aims to assist SGBs with funding, technical assistance, mentorship, and market linkages.

Job Summary: The Portfolio Associate will identify investment opportunities, facilitate knowledge pooling and co-development of scalable business models, and ensure impactful implementation of the Hi-Innovator seed-funding intervention. The role requires significant startup advisory, including physical field visits across the country.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Identify viable investment opportunities and develop scalable business models.
Engage with strategic partners to co-create investment models for SGBs.
Develop a pipeline of SGBs for investment and support due diligence processes.
Facilitate transaction closure by developing innovative financial structures.
Create investment performance reports and recommendations.
Improve program execution, including coordination with mentors, coaches,

and investors.

Document and implement systems for stakeholder engagement, including a filing and retrieval system.

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:

At least three years of experience in investment support/facilitation, with a track record of sourcing, due diligence, structuring, and closing investments.
A Master’s degree in Finance or a related field is an advantage.
Knowledge of industry sector trends and experience in transactions in Uganda, particularly in sectors like agriculture, manufacturing, education, health, digital technologies, or tourism.
Strong research and writing skills, with the ability to analyze data and present information effectively.
Proficiency in financial and credit analysis.
Experience with office and cloud-based technologies (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Workspace, Microsoft 365).
Excellent business development, client relationship skills, and the ability to focus on clients’ needs effectively.
Strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
Ability to mentor and train partners and staff.
Committed to sustainable development goals.
Willingness to travel extensively around Uganda (about 60% travel time).

How to Apply: Interested candidates should email their cover letter and resume to people@outbox.co.ug, indicating “Portfolio Associate role” in the subject line. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and only successful candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Deadline: The application deadline is 24th January 2024.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about supporting entrepreneurial growth and innovation in Uganda. The Portfolio Associate will play a crucial role in driving the success of SGBs through strategic guidance and investment facilitation. Candidates with relevant experience and a commitment to developing the startup ecosystem are encouraged to apply.