Revolving Fund Officer

Job Purpose

The Revolving Fund Officer will oversee the design, management, and implementation of revolving fund activities within the company’s program. The role will ensure transparent, strategic, and accountable management of revolving funds disbursed to women, youth groups, and cooperatives in program target areas.

Responsibilities

Revolving Fund Management

The Revolving Fund Officer will be responsible for establishing and managing effective systems for revolving fund operations. Key duties include:

• Developing and managing revolving fund frameworks, guidelines, and processes.
• Coordinating startup funding application and selection processes.
• Managing the disbursement, monitoring, and accountability of revolving funds.
• Ensuring transparent and compliant revolving fund management systems.

Entrepreneurs Assessment and Due Diligence

The officer will support the assessment and evaluation of entrepreneurs and business groups to ensure funds are allocated responsibly and strategically. Responsibilities include:

• Conducting entrepreneurs’ business assessments and evaluations.
• Reviewing business models, financial projections, and growth potential.
• Supporting due diligence processes for interest-free loans.

Startup Financial Support

The role will provide practical financial guidance to entrepreneurs and businesses receiving or seeking support. Duties include:

• Providing financial advisory and investment readiness support to businesses.
• Guiding entrepreneurs on financial planning, sustainability, and scaling strategies.
• Supporting entrepreneurs in preparing loan proposals.

Partnership and Resource Mobilization

The Revolving Fund Officer will contribute to building strong partnerships that support startup financing and investment initiatives. Responsibilities include:

• Building relationships with investors, donors, financial institutions, and partners.
• Identifying opportunities for co-investment and startup financing partnerships.
• Supporting fundraising for investment and startup support initiatives.

Monitoring, Reporting and Learning

The officer will track the performance, utilization, and impact of funded entrepreneurs and groups. Duties include:

• Tracking entrepreneurs’ funding performance and utilization.
• Monitoring entrepreneurs’ impact and growth outcomes.
• Preparing financial and impact reports for management and partners.

Requirements

Applicants should meet the following qualifications and experience requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Community Development, Development Planning and Management, Finance and Accounting, Business Administration, or related fields.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in investment management, startup financing, venture support, or SME financing.
• Experience working with startups, innovation hubs, accelerators, or entrepreneurship programs is highly desirable.

Skills Required

The ideal candidate should have strong technical, analytical, and communication skills, including:

• Financial analysis and planning.
• Communication and presentation skills.
• Computer application skills.
• Investment analysis and capital markets knowledge.