Head Fundraising/ Treasury

Role & responsibilities

Position Summary:

The Head of Fundraising will lead the organizations capital-raising initiatives to support loan portfolio growth, product expansion, and financial inclusion goals. This role involves developing and executing the fundraising strategy, cultivating investor relationships, securing debt and equity financing, and ensuring long-term financial sustainability. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of financial markets, impact investing, and the microfinance ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Fundraising Leadership

- Design and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy aligned with the companys growth targets.

- Identify and assess new funding sources including impact investors, DFIs (Development Finance Institutions), commercial banks, and philanthropic capital.

- Drive capital structuring decisions in alignment with business needs and risk appetite.

Investor Relations

- Cultivate and maintain relationships with current and prospective investors and lenders.

- Prepare investor decks, financial models, and due diligence materials.

- Organize roadshows, pitch meetings, and investor updates.

- Ensure timely and transparent communication with funders on financial performance and social impact.

Capital Structuring & Transaction Management

- Lead negotiation and execution of financing agreements including term sheets, loan agreements, and equity investment documents.

- Collaborate with legal, finance, and compliance teams to close transactions.

- Monitor covenant compliance and reporting requirements.

Internal Collaboration & Reporting

- Work closely with the CFO, credit, and operations teams to assess funding requirements.

- Provide regular fundraising updates and forecasts to senior leadership and board members.

- Support annual budgeting and strategic planning processes with capital planning input.

Qualifications & Experience:

- Bachelor’s/master’s degree in finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field; MBA or master’s preferred.

- 12+ years of experience in fundraising, investment banking, structured finance, or financial services, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

- Demonstrated track record of raising capital (debt and/or equity), preferably in microfinance, fintech, or social enterprise sectors.

- Strong relationships with institutional investors, DFIs, and impact funds.

- Understanding of microfinance principles, regulatory frameworks, and financial inclusion strategies.

- Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.