E+Co is a mission driven investment company that provides services and financing to clean energy entrepreneurs in Africa, Asia and Latin America. E+Co invests in  local enterprises that identify market based energy solutions that are environmentally sustainable and commercially viable.

E+Co combines services and capital to support these local energy businesses.They monitor their investments via impact reporting, based on social, environmental and financial indicators. E+Co secures investment and operating funding from foundations, financial institutions and individuals, in the form of grants, contracts and borrowing.

Job Opportunity

E+Co is seeking an experienced professional to lead its Africa operations.  The Director, Africa will have overall responsibility for the implementation, performance and growth of E+Co’s Africa operations and investments.   This will include managing a staff of 8-10 people based in Ghana, South Africa and Tanzania, to develop an investment pipeline leading to new investments and manage the existing portfolio in several countries. This will include ensuring compliance with investment guidelines, overall risk and diversification management and realizing the return objectives.  The Director will work with E+Co’s Senior Management to develop new markets and additional pipeline and if appropriate, design and establish regional funds in Africa.

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