Senior Vice President, Impact Investing

1. About SIMA LLC

Social Investment Managers and Advisors LLC (SIMA) is a forward-thinking, fast-growing impact investment manager (www.simafunds.com) , with a unique business model and a transparent culture. We are a unique asset manager that not only creates some of the largest funds in the sector but also establishes operating companies, such as an affordable fintech mortgage company (www.asaangharfinance.com) and a Fractional CFO business in the US. SIMA as a “new generation” impact investment manager, we are dedicated to transparency, inclusive decision-making, and social impact across sub-Saharan Africa and Asia. Recognizing that not all impact investing interventions can be commercialized, we have also started a charitable foundation (www.simafoundation.org) . SIMA’s focus is on renewable energy in particular solar energy, financial inclusion and affordable housing. We work in some of the most underserved regions in Sub-Saharan Africa and Asia. SIMA is committed to transparency, inclusive decision-making and innovative thinking. The firm’s Managing Partners are among the longest serving impact investment managers globally and have actively contributed to the development of the impact investment industry. While SIMA is based in the U.S., the majority of our staff are located in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Turkey, Nigeria, Kenya, Uganda and Zimbabwe.

1. The Role

As the Senior Vice President, you will partner with senior management to scale our “double bottom line” impact funds. This is a high-impact leadership role requiring a blend of sophisticated financial structuring, strategic deal sourcing, and a deep commitment to sustainability.

1. Key Responsibilities

1. 1. Strategic Leadership & Growth: Collaborate with senior leadership to build and expand SIMA’s business units, specifically focusing on double-bottom-line impact funds.
   2. Fund Structuring & Research: Oversee primary and secondary market research to design and structure innovative funds that push the boundaries of impact investing.
   3. Deal Sourcing & Relationship Management: Lead the team in identifying a high-quality pipeline; build and maintain strong relationships with borrowers and target companies.
   4. Investment Lifecycle Management: Take full responsibility for fund deployment, portfolio management, and on-site due diligence within emerging markets.
   5. Equity Expansion: Help create and scale SIMA’s equity fund management business while maintaining excellence in financial analysis.
   6. Capital Raising: Support fundraising efforts by engaging with Development Finance Institutions (DFIs), foundations, and institutional investors.
   7. Collateral Development: Co-create essential templates, pitch books, and marketing materials for both fundraising and deployment phases.

1. Candidate Profile

We are looking for a seasoned financial professional who combines technical rigor with a “salesperson” mindset and a passion for social change.

1. 1. Required Qualifications & Experience

1. 1. 1. Professional Experience: 15–20 years + of experience in equity and debt within the SME sector, ideally at a financial institution, asset manager, or alternative lender.
      2. Sector Expertise: Proven track record in renewable energy financing including commercial and industrial solar, corporate banking and emerging market lending and investing. Experience in impact investing would be preferred.
      3. Geographic Reach: Significant experience in multi-country lending with a specific focus on emerging markets.
      4. Technical Skills: Expertise in deal appraisal, financial/credit analysis, and complex fund structuring.

      5. Education: MBA from a top-tier business school; an undergraduate degree in Engineering is highly preferred.

   2. Soft Skills

      1. Leadership: Proven ability to manage diverse teams and act as a collaborative team player.
      2. Communication: Exceptional written and oral communication skills for high-level stakeholder engagement.
      3. Ethics: A strong personal alignment with SIMA’s values of transparency, sustainability, and social impact.

1. Compensation & Benefits

1. 1. Financial Package: Total compensation (salary and bonus) ranging from USD 170,000 to USD 270,000, paid in USD.
   2. Profit Sharing: Performance-based annual bonuses, plus specific bonuses at fund closure and placement.
   3. Long-term Incentives: Unique opportunity to gain equity ownership at the partner level.
   4. Time Off: 37 paid vacation days (inclusive of public holidays).
   5. Health: Comprehensive healthcare insurance for the employee and their family.
   6. Culture: A unique, collegial, and non-political work environment.

1. How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume to careers@simafunds.com. Subject Line: Application: Senior Vice President Position.