Investment Director

Investment Director Location: Remote. Preference will be given to candidates based in South Africa, Nigeria, Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia, or Mauritius, or in countries where Pula has an established presence. Applicants should be able to collaborate effectively within approximately ±3 hours of the East Africa Time (EAT) zone. Reports to: President & Co-Founder About Pula Xcelerator The Pula Xcelerator is Pula ’s internal M&A and strategic investment vehicle, responsible for identifying, evaluating, and accelerating high-potential businesses across Africa. We enable selected companies to scale using our distribution, data, and partnership networks. We focus on enterprises generating at least $500K in annual revenue in agriculture, insurance, financial services, or technology. Through structured acceleration, funding pathways, and hands-on operational support, the Xcelerator helps ambitious teams turn proven solutions into continent-wide scale. About the Role This role is for someone who thrives in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment. You will identify and evaluate high-potential businesses, engage with founders, and play a key role in shaping the systems that define the Xcelerator. As an Investment Director, you will take ownership of the investment process, from sourcing opportunities through to evaluation and execution. What matters most is your commercial insight and entrepreneurial experience, rather than a purely formal finance background. You will scout opportuniti