Organization Profile & Background
Savannah Impact Advisory (SIA) is an investment and advisory platform focused on mobilizing catalytic capital into high-growth African businesses and funds that generate strong financial returns alongside measurable social and economic impact. The firm works across private equity, venture capital, private debt, and blended finance structures, with a focus on unlocking institutional capital participation in African private markets.
Role Summary
The Portfolio Manager will oversee the performance, monitoring, and strategic support of Savannah Impact Advisory’s portfolio investments and fund relationships. The role combines portfolio oversight, investor reporting, financial analysis, value creation support, and stakeholder management across a diverse portfolio of fund and direct investments.
The ideal candidate will possess strong private markets experience, analytical rigor, relationship management capabilities, and a deep understanding of African investment ecosystems.
Duties & Responsibilities
Portfolio Oversight & Monitoring
Monitor financial and operational performance of portfolio investments and underlying fund managers.
Review quarterly and annual portfolio reports, financial statements, valuation updates, and key performance indicators.
Track compliance with investment terms, covenants, ESG requirements, and reporting obligations.
Maintain portfolio dashboards and investment monitoring systems.
Identify portfolio risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
Investment & Fund Management Support
Support investment execution and post-investment management processes.
Participate in portfolio reviews, valuation discussions, and investment committee preparations.
Conduct follow-on investment analysis and capital allocation assessments.
Assist in liquidity planning and portfolio construction analysis.
Value Creation & Strategic Support
Work closely with portfolio companies and fund managers to support growth initiatives, operational improvements, and strategic priorities.
Coordinate technical assistance and ecosystem support where relevant.
Facilitate introductions to co-investors, strategic partners, and institutional stakeholders.
Investor Reporting & Communications
Prepare investor updates, portfolio performance reports, and impact reports.
Support LP communications and fundraising materials with portfolio insights and performance data.
Contribute to annual reports, presentations, and investment memoranda.
Impact & ESG Management
Monitor impact performance metrics across the portfolio.
Ensure alignment with ESG and impact frameworks adopted by the firm and investors.
Support portfolio companies and fund managers in strengthening impact measurement systems.
Market Research & Ecosystem Engagement
Track market trends across African private markets.
Maintain awareness of sector developments, regulatory shifts, and investment opportunities.
Represent the firm at industry events, ecosystem engagements, and stakeholder meetings.
Know How & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Accounting, or related field.
Master’s degree and/or CFA qualification is an advantage.
7–10 years of relevant experience in private equity, venture capital, investment banking, asset management, development finance, or portfolio management.
Strong financial modeling and analytical skills.
Experience working with institutional investors, fund structures, or portfolio companies.
Familiarity with African private markets and impact investing preferred.
Strong written communication and presentation skills.
High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple workstreams.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and CV to dhammondafful@siaghana.com with the subject line: “Portfolio Manager – Savannah Impact Advisory.”
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