Ocean Conservation Venture Catalyst

1 month ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Platinum Drops Full time

About Platinum Drops

We are a leading impact-driven organization dedicated to supporting ocean-positive ventures and shaping the future of the blue economy in Africa.

Job Title: Ocean Conservation Venture Catalyst

Estimated Salary: $70,000 - $90,000 per annum

Company Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and organized Deal Flow Manager with a passion for ocean conservation, sustainability, and innovation to join our mission. As an Ocean Conservation Venture Catalyst, you will play a pivotal role in sourcing and managing high-potential startups while driving our shared mission to reduce marine litter and scale sustainable ocean technology solutions.

Job Description

  • Identify and evaluate promising solutions across the African continent, focusing on innovative ocean technologies.
  • Conduct initial screening, due diligence, and market analysis to assess business potential and sustainability.
  • Manage a structured deal pipeline using leading CRM tools.
  • Foster relationships with other investors, universities, and key ecosystem- and industry players to enhance deal sourcing.
  • Support selected startups through mentorship and growth strategies during accelerator programs.
  • Track and report on deal flow KPIs and emerging trends in the sustainability and ocean sectors.

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • A strong understanding of the African startup ecosystem, with a focus on ocean conservation and marine technologies.
  • Exceptional networking, relationship-building skills, and an established network in the African ecosystem.
  • Proficiency in deal structuring, due diligence, and financial analysis, with experience using CRM tools such as Salesforce, Pipedrive, or HubSpot.
  • A degree in Business, Finance, Environmental Science, or a related field, an MBA or similar experience, and 4-6 years of experience in venture capital, startup acceleration, or a similar impact-driven environment.

Benefits

  • An opportunity to work at the forefront of innovation and sustainability.
  • A vibrant international work environment, with access to great networking opportunities.
  • A unique opportunity to continue to develop a leading impact as an Ocean Conservation Venture Catalyst globally.
  • Flexible working arrangements with a competitive remuneration package.


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