Wangara Green Ventures (the Fund) is an SEC-licensed Venture Capital Fund that invests between GHS500,000 and GHS5,000,000 in green small and growing businesses (SGBs) with a positive climate impact and job creation potential. The fund aims to invest quasi-equity instruments in these green SGBs to enable them to achieve their environmental and social impact while ensuring long-term profitability. Priority sectors include climate-smart agriculture, renewable energy, energy efficiency, waste management, water management, and other climate-friendly businesses.<\/p>\n
The Fund seeks a diligent, self-motivated, and innovative person to join the team as a Compliance Officer.<\/p>\n
Job Description<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Job Title: Compliance Officer\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Under the supervision of the Board of Directors, the primary functions of the compliance officer (subject to the overall responsibility of the Board for compliance with regulatory requirements) shall include the following:<\/p>\n a)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Advise the Board on the policies and procedures necessary to comply with the regulatory requirements to which the fund is subject.<\/p>\n b)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Ensure that the fund notifies the Commission of all changes in licensing particulars.<\/p>\n c)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Monitor the effectiveness of internal controls in mitigating risk, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and implementing the Board\u2019s strategy and policies.<\/p>\n d)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Ensure that all relevant persons are aware of the regulatory requirements, including employees and agents.<\/p>\n e)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Report material breaches to the Board.<\/p>\n f)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Report to the Board any disciplinary action taken by the Commission against the Fund.<\/p>\n g)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Report to the Board the results of any inspections or investigations conducted by the Commission.<\/p>\n h)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Report no less frequently than annually to the Board on the adequacy of the internal controls in mitigating risk, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and implementing the Board\u2019s strategy and policies.<\/p>\n i)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Any other function that the Commission or Board of Directors may prescribe from time to time.<\/p>\n Under the supervision of the Managing Director, additional responsibilities include the following:<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Lead all regulatory compliance matters, including renewal of licenses with the various regulatory authorities (Registrar General\u2019s Department, SEC, NPRA, and Data Protection Commission).<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Ensure the Fund and its portfolio companies comply with the World Bank\u2019s Environmental and Social Framework (ESF).<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Assess the compliance of the Fund\u2019s portfolio companies with statutory requirements and relevant laws and regulations.<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Assess the compliance of the investment team with the following processes:<\/p>\n o\u00a0\u00a0Deal sourcing, conduct of due diligence, and portfolio monitoring and support.<\/p>\n o\u00a0\u00a0Management of programs, including managed accounts.<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Coordinate the conduct of annual financial audits and quarterly valuations by an independent audit firm.<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Coordinate the conduct of annual impact & ESG attestations by an independent firm.<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Assist with the drafting and review of critical policies and procedures.<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Assist with KYC\/AML, E&S screening, and reference checks during the conduct of due diligence on investors, investees, and strategic partners.<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Any other duties assigned by the Managing Director.<\/p>\n Qualifications and experience:<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Masters in finance, Business Administration, Management, Law, or related field.<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Minimum of 7 years experience in compliance or related field.<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Completed the GISI or GSE Securities Course.<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0A professional certificate in finance, accounting or compliance is an advantage.<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0A certificate in sustainability, ESG or impact investing is an advantage.<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Experience in the Venture Capital and Private Equity industry or the Fund Management industry is an advantage.<\/p>\n Desired skill set:<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Good communication, writing and presentation skills.<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Highly analytical with strong attention to detail.<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Proactive, cooperative and a team player.<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0High sense of integrity and professional ethics.<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Good knowledge of the Ghanaian private fund industry and regulations.<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Understanding of World Bank\u2019s Environmental and Social Framework (ESF).<\/p>\n Location: The job will be based in Accra but will require limited travel to other regions.<\/p>\n Suggested start date: January 1st, 2024.<\/p>\n Interested candidates should send their CV to\u00a0compliance@wangaracapital.com<\/strong>\u00a0by November 17, 2023. 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