Investment Intern

Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Duration: 6 months (with the possibility to convert to a full-time Analyst role)

Start Date: April 2026  

About Sayuni Capital

Sayuni Capital is a private credit fund providing growth capital to profitable SMEs in Kenya and Tanzania, with a focus on businesses led by local and female entrepreneurs.

Role Overview

As an Investment Intern, you will support the investment team, gaining hands-on experience in deal evaluation and execution. Your responsibilities will also include streamlining internal operations and building the visibility of the Sayuni Capital brand in the market.

Key Responsibilities

Pipeline Development:

• Conduct outreach to potential companies to develop pipeline for investment.
• Initiate conversations with potential borrowers and attend relevant industry and ecosystem events.
• Support the team in developing a program for female-owned SMEs in Tanzania.

Investment Analysis & Due Diligence:

• Assist in screening companies against Sayuni’s investment criteria: reviewing financial information and conducting credit risk assessments.
• Conduct industry and market research to support investment decisions.
• Support in the preparation of teasers and credit memorandums, including participating in borrower calls/site visits.

Market Research:

• Research on Sayuni’s target sectors in Kenya and Tanzania.
• Track sectoral trends (regulatory, macroeconomic, and competitor activity) that impact SMEs.

Media & Events:

• Managing Sayuni’s LinkedIn and other social media platforms.
• Monitor engagement metrics and suggest improvements to enhance online presence.
• Research and implement best practices for digital branding.
• Represent Sayuni Capital at relevant events (when required).

Other support:

• Support fundraising initiatives.
• Assist with other business needs that may arise from time to time.

Candidate profile

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business, Engineering, or a related quantitative field, with a minimum of a Second Class Upper (or equivalent) academic performance.
• Strong understanding of financial statements and basic accounting principles.
• Demonstrated analytical ability.
• Advanced excel skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to work with numbers independently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred:

• Prior exposure to credit analysis, consulting, banking, or investment roles.
• Basic financial modelling skills.
• Interest in private credit or SME finance.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation.
• Hands-on exposure to live deals and investment decision-making.
• Direct mentorship from experienced investment professionals.
• Possibility of progression into an Investment Analyst role for an exceptional performer, subject to performance and business needs.
• Exposure to the East African private capital ecosystem.