Managing Director at Pipa Bag Ltd

Job description

Position Overview

Pipa Bag Ltd is looking for an experienced international managing director to close an investment round to fund the company’s growth in Kenya and oversee day-to-day operations. The international managing director will be expected to close financing of at least USD 750,000 by December 2019. Successful candidates should have experience doing business in Kenya, a track-record raising money from international investors, experience in the waste management and energy sectors both in Kenya and internationally, and a robust network of investor contacts.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop a fundraising strategy that meets the company’s funding needs for the next 24 months.
• Identify and pitch international investors.
• Facilitate due diligence.
• Negotiate investment terms.
• Close a funding round of at least USD 750,000 by Q4 2019.
• Oversee the company’s Kenya operations.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in economics or finance.
• At least 2 years waste management experience.
• At least 2 years biofuels or renewable energy experience.
• Experience working in Kenya.
• Professional language competency in German or French.
• Advanced financial modeling skills.

Details

• Start date: March 1st 2019.
• Compensation: The new hire will earn a modest salary, but compensation is primarily performance-based. The employee will earn shares in Pipa Bag Ltd according to a milestone-based vesting schedule.
• Travel: Regular travel to Europe and North America.