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Investment Associate in Financial Inclusion DebtresponsAbility Investments AG • Cape Town, Western Cape, ZA
Investment Associate in Financial Inclusion Debt

Investment Associate in Financial Inclusion Debt

responsAbility Investments AG • Cape Town, Western Cape, ZA
3 days ago
Job description

responsAbility is a leading Swiss impact asset manager with deep expertise in private market investing across emerging markets. The company provides debt and equity financing to financial institutions, enterprises and mid-market funds, designed to generate measurable positive outcomes for people and planet alongside competitive financial returns. Impact and ESG are embedded throughout the investment process and supported by active engagement. As of 31 March 2026, responsAbility manages USD 5.9 billion in assets invested across around 70 countries and works with institutional, private and public sector investors to invest capital at scale.

Founded in 2003, responsAbility has deployed more than USD 17.8 billion in impact investments. Since 2022, responsAbility has been part of M&G Investments, a business of M&G plc, a global savings and investments group with asset management and insurance capabilities and a long‑term institutional ownership base.

responsAbility is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Our Financial Inclusion Debt team is looking for an additional colleague in the function of an Investment Associate in Financial Inclusion Debt.

This job opportunity relates to our investment funds' activities in Sub‑Saharan Africa, providing senior and subordinated debt to microfinance and other financial institutions. It is made for a qualified candidate who is eager to support the further growth in the region.

Your Main Tasks

  • Developing, managing and growing responsAbility’s financial sector debt investments in the region
  • Credit risk analysis of counterparties and their market risks within the region, both on‑site and off‑site, involving due diligence and scoring exercises
  • Interaction and cooperation with the risk management team, investment committee, transaction team and external parties to implement and structure transactions
  • Responsible for the full investment cycle, including sourcing, due diligence, implementation, portfolio management and monitoring
  • Representing the company at conferences, seminars and other relevant events where appropriate and required
  • The position requires frequent travelling in the region

Your Experience And Skills

  • Degree in economics, business administration, finance, or a related field
  • At least 3‑4 years of relevant experience in the financial sector with an international environment, sound knowledge of Microfinance, SME finance and leasing business
  • Strong analytical, writing and presentation skills; high interest for business development and proven commercial skills
  • Flexible and self‑reliant personality who enjoys and is able to work in an international environment
  • Business proficient in English
  • Interest in and enthusiasm for impact investments
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