Sikadan Homes is a Ghana-based Real Estate Development & Consulting Firm, founded in 2020 with a clear mission: to close Ghana’s housing and student accommodation gaps. We achieve this by delivering scalable, ESG-aligned, and sustainable real estate solutions. Our operations are two-fold, encompassing Real Estate Development and Property Management. This recruitment is for a strategic role within our Property Management department, focusing exclusively on our flagship product: SmartRent.

The SmartRent Mission

SmartRent is a revolutionary, cost-effective rent payment solution designed to address the critical challenge of affordable housing accessibility in Ghana. By integrating cutting-edge technology with an innovative property management model, SmartRent empowers low- and middle-income households to secure quality housing and pay their rent in manageable monthly installments over extended periods. This directly eliminates the prohibitive financial burden of large, upfront rental payments that exclude many from the formal housing market. This project is at the heart of our impact mission, directly aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goal 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) by increasing access to affordable housing and enabling asset-building for underprivileged populations.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and entrepreneurial Investment Associate to drive the growth of SmartRent. Your primary mission will be to identify, engage, and secure Joint Venture (JV) Partners. These impact-focused partners will provide crucial grant support and debt financing to scale our solution and deepen our social impact. This is a remote role ideal for a self-starter who is passionate about building relationships, telling a compelling story, and creating tangible social change.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner Sourcing & Prospecting: Scout and Identify high-net-worth individuals, who are aligned with SDG 11 and have the potential to become JV Partners.
• Relationship Building & Storytelling: Initiate and nurture relationships with potential partners, articulating the powerful social and financial value proposition of SmartRent.
• Pitch & Presentation: Confidently present the SmartRent model, its measurable impact, and the investment opportunity in both one-on-one meetings and virtual presentations.
• Deal Support: Manage the partner onboarding pipeline from initial contact to commitment, assisting with the structuring of grant and debt financing agreements.
• Market Intelligence: Stay informed about trends in affordable housing, fintech, impact investing, and development finance in emerging markets.

Who You Are (Requirements)

• Educational Background: Holds a Degree or Diploma in Investment, Marketing, or a related field.
• Entrepreneurial Spirit: A self-motivated go-getter who thrives in a startup environment. You are proactive, resilient, and see challenges as opportunities to innovate.
• Excellent Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities. You can build instant rapport and convey a compelling narrative that inspires action.
• Passion for Impact: A genuine interest in sustainable development and affordable housing. You are motivated by the opportunity to create lasting social change in Ghana.
• Relationship-Driven: A natural networker who enjoys connecting with people and building long-term, trust-based partnerships.

Preferred Qualifications (Bonus Points):

• Prior experience in fundraising, business development, sales, or financial advisory, ideally with a focus on impact or emerging markets.
• An existing network within the impact investing, development finance, or diaspora investment communities.
• Understanding of financial instruments related to debt and grant funding.

What We Offer

The satisfaction of driving tangible impact and contributing directly to SDG 11.

A competitive compensation package with a strong performance-based incentive structure.

The freedom and flexibility of a fully remote position.

A unique opportunity to be at the forefront of solving a critical social challenge in Ghana.

Direct mentorship and collaboration with the company’s leadership team.