Esd and third-party specialist

You will drive the capital raising and co‑funding partnerships, manage third‑party funds and build strategic relationships with funders to expand finance for black‑owned enterprises. The role focuses on pipeline development, efficient fund disbursement and reporting, blended finance solutions as well as positioning the NEF as a trusted partner while supporting its long‑term financial sustainability.

Stakeholder Management and Pipeline Cultivation Build and manage relationships with potential funders to sustain a strong funding opportunities pipeline. Monitor market trends, funding sources and emerging financial opportunities to optimize fundraising approaches. Identify networking and sector opportunities for pipeline including conferences from Public and Private sector. Build and maintain strong relationships with capital providers to ensure an ongoing and positive engagement. Regularly communicate with funders, providing updates on the organisation’s performance and the utili...