Founding VC Partner @ ANQA VC in Dubai, United Arab Emirates

We are seeking a Founding &  Partner for Anqa VC, Dubai based venture capital fund. Using our unique venture model, Anqa VC Partner will be responsible for raising capital from the U.A.E Authorities and Private Companies and then investing that capital into early-stage Hardware Technology and Information Security companies globally that can be beneficial for the U.A.E and alingned with the U.A.E visions. 

Profile

Our ideal candidate will have many of these traits and be able to recruit strong supporters in areas where he/she might need support.

Basic Qualifications

  • Venture investing experience
  • Committed to operating this as a full-time venture
  • Located near, or willing to relocate near, our office in Dubai
  • Entrepreneurial DNA

Requirements for an ideal candidate

  • Top-tier MBA
  • Strong influence and connections within the U.A.E and the G.C.C
  • Good VC network to tap into deal flow
  • Experience in a start-up environment
  • High-energy, engaging personality with a passion for growing and maintaining relationships
  • Data-driven professional with an interest in analyzing beyond the surface of information
  • Excellent communicator in person, on phone, and in writing
  • Passionate about innovation and entrepreneurship
  • Outstanding analytical skills, detail oriented, proactive, and self-motivated
  • Natural networker who is both engaging and confident
  • Strong financial acumen
  • Credible, trustworthy, with a high-level of gravitas
  • Organized, with a natural desire to analyze complex opportunities, prioritize, and deliver results

Role/Responsibilities

  • Report directly to the Anqa VC Venture Partners
  • Work closely with the Anqa VC Venture Partner team to leverage our knowledge, systems, processes, and staffs to raise and run our fund
  • Recruit and vet a core nucleus of ambassadors and Investment Committee members, complementing your own skill set and experiences with those of others
  • Interact with school and business departments/incubators in particular to build cordial relationships
  • Represent the fund to strategic partners, press, entrepreneurs, and the general public
  • Recruit and manage Investment Committee members and other team members, where needed
  • Initiate and build long-term relationships with lead investors (VC and PE groups) that span stage, geography, and industry focus
  • Lead portfolio creation, sourcing investment opportunities, overseeing due diligence, and executing deals
  • Help define and lay the groundwork for each subsequent annual fund

Compensation

  • Base Salary
  • Comprehensive Benefits
  • Equity 
  • Carry

If interested, please apply here.

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