Website Skill UP Advisory
Skill UP Advisory
Job Title: Capital Services Manager
Location: Dar es Salaam
Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Capital Services Manager to lead and strengthen our client’s capital services strategy and operations. The role will oversee two key areas: the Growth Fund Microfinance (AGF) — an impact lending fund supporting SMEs — and Investment Facilitation Services, which connect global impact investors with investment-ready businesses. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in fund management, deal sourcing, and investment facilitation to drive sustainable business growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Growth Fund Microfinance (AGF):
- Continuously review and refine the AGF strategy, including expansion into public lending opportunities under microfinance regulations.
- Develop and maintain a strong pipeline of investors and investment-ready businesses.
- Oversee the due diligence process for businesses applying for funding through AGF and other investors.
- Present due diligence findings and investment recommendations to the AGF Investment Committee.
- Manage loan disbursement, repayment tracking, and follow-ups on delinquent clients.
- Strengthen fund-level policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
- Improve fund operations, debt management systems, and IT infrastructure.
- Accelerator Program Support:
- Train and guide Business Development Advisors (BDAs) on investment readiness frameworks, financial templates, and AGF lending requirements.
- Provide strategic oversight to ensure BDAs effectively support entrepreneurs in preparing for investment opportunities.
- Investment Facilitation:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with local and international investors interested in Tanzanian SMEs.
- Match investment-ready businesses from accelerator programs with suitable investors based on mandate and fit.
- Support the structuring and closing of investment deals, ensuring alignment with investors’ impact and financial goals.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Microfinance, Accounting, Investment, Business, Economics, or a related field.
- Minimum 7 years’ experience in fund management, deal sourcing, credit/loan management, or financial management.
- Demonstrated experience organizing investment data rooms and preparing financial models.
- Strong understanding of SME financing, impact investment, and microfinance operations.
- Excellent analytical, interpersonal, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and investors.
Application Instructions
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to
- Send their CV to recruitment@skillupadvisory.co.tz
- Use the subject line: Capital Services Manager Application
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Application Deadline: 11th October 2025
To apply for this job email your details to recruitment@skillupadvisory.co.tz