fund manager

African Academy of Sciences
Full-time Nairobi, Nairobi County Other-General
Posted:
February 19, 2026
Location:
Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya

Job Description

TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR APPOINTMENT OF FUND MANAGER FOR THE AFRICAN ACADEMY OF SCIENCES ENDOWMENT FUND-AAS/TOR/01/2026

1. Background

The African Academy of Sciences (AAS) has established an Endowment Fund to support its long-term financial sustainability and strategic objectives.

Historically, the Fund has been invested in short-term fixed deposits with reputable commercial banks in Kenya. In line with global best practices in long-term endowment management, and in pursuit of enhanced returns while maintaining prudent capital preservation, AAS seeks to appoint a qualified and experienced Fund Manager to professionally manage and invest the Endowment Fund.

2. Investment Objectives

The primary objectives of the Endowment Fund are to:


• Preserve capital in real terms, ensuring protection against inflation.


• Generate sustainable, competitive, risk-adjusted returns over the medium to long term.


• Maintain adequate liquid...

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Job Overview

Job Type: Full-time
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Posted: February 19, 2026
Deadline: March 31, 2026