Africa Enterprise Challenge Fund Manager - Partnerships Jobs in Ghana


Africa Enterprise Challenge Fund Manager - Partnerships Jobs in Ghana; Support AECF Capital’s ambitions by securing new funding and building strong partnerships. Identify and pursue opportunities, develop fundable proposals, manage partner relationships, and coordinate internal teams to deliver high‑quality engagements.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development & Fundraising

  • Identify and pursue financing opportunities aligned with blended finance mandate.

  • Develop strong proposals and partnership offerings (concept notes, bids, grant applications).

  • Design catalytic funding approaches with partners (DFIs, blended finance structures).

  • Strengthen existing fundraising streams and track renewals.

  • Develop SOPs for blended finance business development cycle.

  • Manage donor liaison meetings and resource mobilization events.

    Partnerships Development

  • Manage priority partner relationships and identify new opportunities.

  • Build strategic partnerships with funders to expand reach.

  • Represent AECF in partner meetings, forums, and stakeholder engagements.

  • Connect program delivery to partnership opportunities.

  • Develop donor relations strategies and oversee reporting.

    Team Management

  • Manage partnerships team delivery with clear work plans and quality control.

  • Improve processes for partnership pipeline (lead tracking, proposal calendars, reviews).

  • Coordinate internal delivery across functions to ensure timely submissions.

    Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Development Finance, International Relations, Development Studies, or related field.

  • 6–8 years’ relevant experience, including 5 years in strategic partnerships/fundraising.

  • Strong networking and relationship‑building skills.

  • Experience in data‑driven decision‑making for partnerships.

  • Proven success in institutional, foundation, and corporate partnership building.

  • Familiarity with international development sector, blended finance, DFIs, and concessional capital providers.

  • Experience fundraising in impact investment space.

  • Strong team and project management skills.

  • High initiative, flexibility, teamwork, and attention to detail.

  • Excellent writing and communication skills.

  • Fluency in English and French required.

    How to apply

    For more information and job application details, see; Africa Enterprise Challenge Fund Manager - Partnerships Jobs in Ghana

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