Value Creation Coordinator East Africa 

Nairobi 

About ESPartners 

Entrepreneurial Solutions Partners (ESPartners) is a company which aims at enabling innovative,  scalable, and profitable enterprises to build prosperity. Created in 2010 in Washington DC, ESPartners’  mission is to “Provide entrepreneurs in Africa with the keys to sustainable success.” 

ESPartners supports people, companies, institutions, and nations in articulating, implementing and  disseminating solutions to their economic challenges, and in facilitating private sector development and  supporting MSMEs across Africa. ESPartners has worked with multiple clients: entrepreneurs, MSMEs,  governments, and development partners, including the World Bank Group / IFC, Mastercard  Foundation, the African Development Bank. 

Our firm operates across the African continent through two regional offices: in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire,  covering West and Central Africa, and in Kigali, Rwanda, for East and Southern Africa operations. 

At ESPartners, we believe in people. We live by the idea of constantly delivering services at the cutting  edge of business practices, but also, of bringing into our team, the most talented, adaptable, qualified,  driven and diverse people available. 

ESPartners’ approach is to provide « Intelligent CapitalTM », meaning the right combination of insights  and capital, to address critical societal issues, by providing advisory services and solutions to diverse  clients, via two practice areas, and to deliver on varied aspects of our mission: 

• SCALE – It facilitates the passage of entrepreneurs to scale throughout structured processes, combining support at any stage of maturity (ideation, incubation and acceleration), and access to financing solutions (debts, grants and equity). 
• INSIGHTS – Consulting services aimed at creating and implementing innovative solutions for sustainable development through the competitiveness of value chains, business strategies, leadership and change mentality. 

ESPartners has four core values expressed via P.A.C.E.: Passion, Agility, Collaboration and Equity. 

Position Overview 

We are looking for an ambitious and motivated Value Creation Coordinator to join our team! ESP is  currently undergoing a period of organizational growth, with new complex programs being added to our  portfolio on a regular basis and implemented in several countries.  

As a Value Creation Coordinator, you will coordinate and collaborate with partners and Value Creation  team to design and implement an effective support offer for your portfolio, identifies and monitor Value  Creation providers in partnership with the Value Creation lead , oversee and coordinate the Value 

Creation interventions (internal and external) in partnership with the Value Creation team , manage the  relationship with the SME and the Investment Vehicles (IV) to ensure the different interventions are  relevant, effective and general satisfaction of SME and IVs, and contributes to M&E monitoring and  reporting and identify areas for improvement in the value creation overall approach in other to achieve  targets .  

If, in addition, you have excellent interpersonal and business skills, are a self-starter and have an  outstanding work ethic, we would love to hear from you! 

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Oversee and coordinate the relationship with the IV and the Companies supported including  coordinating the selection of the companies, the individual kick-off, the different supports given  and the action plans, the monitoring of the progress and impact, the communication and  alignment of the different stakeholders, the monthly and quarterly reviews, etc.  
• Ensure that the interventions are aligned with the objectives of the program in terms of budget,  quality and impact and support the value creation team  
• Develop and coordinate the planning of interventions and the external providers  
• Enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of interventions by aligning objectives, developing  synergies, regularly reviewing processes and progress against targets, and proposing mitigation  plans. 

Required Qualifications 

• A bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, economics, or a related field is  commonly required. Some positions may prefer candidates with a master’s degree. • Relevant professional experience in areas such as project management, business development,  strategy, or portfolio monitoring is often essential. 
• Previous experience working in a similar coordination or management role, especially in the  context of value creation or venture capital, is highly valuable. 
• Strong analytical skills to assess data, performance metrics, and financial reports. The ability to  analyze market trends and identify opportunities for value creation is crucial. 
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, are important for effectively liaising with  portfolio companies and other stakeholders. 
• The ability to convey complex ideas clearly and concisely is vital. 
• Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools to coordinate and oversee various  aspects of portfolio management, ensuring goals and deliverables are met. 
• The capability to think strategically and contribute to the development of value creation strategies  for portfolio companies. 
• Strong collaborative skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams, portfolio companies  and other stakeholders. 
• Depending on the specific industry focus of the role, knowledge of that industry, market trends,  and relevant business drivers is beneficial. 
• The capacity to adapt to changing circumstances and navigate ambiguity. Value Creation  Coordinators often work in dynamic environments that require flexibility.
• The ability to build and maintain relationships with external partners, including BDS providers,  consortium partners, and other stakeholders. 
• Strong problem-solving skills to address challenges and roadblocks in the value creation process. 

We offer: 

Professional Impact and Growth 

• Central role in building Africa’s most dynamic entrepreneurial community
• Opportunity to directly impact hundreds of entrepreneurs and their businesses
• Platform to contribute to sustainable development and economic empowerment
• Access to extensive network of entrepreneurs, investors, and development practitioners

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience 
• Performance-based incentives linked to community engagement metrics 
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage 
• Communication and travel allowances 
• Professional development opportunities and training programs 
• Annual leave days according to local legislation

Career Development 

• Growth opportunities within ESPartners’ expanding operations 
• Exposure to international best practices in community development 
• Access to training in entrepreneurship, community management, and stakeholder engagement
• Networking opportunities with global development and business communities

Mission Alignment

• Direct contribution to building a prosperous Africa through entrepreneurship
• Opportunity to witness and facilitate real transformation in entrepreneurs’ lives
• Platform to create lasting impact on African business ecosystem

How to Apply

Send your CV and cover letter to: careers@espartners.co 

Reference: Value Creation Coordinator East Africa 

Required Documents: 

• Detailed CV highlighting community engagement and relationship management experience
• Cover letter demonstrating passion for entrepreneurship and community development
• Two professional references, preferably from community or stakeholder management roles
• Portfolio of community events or engagement initiatives (if available)

ESPartners is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We particularly  encourage applications from candidates with strong community ties and understanding of African  entrepreneurship ecosystems.