Rose Avenue Consulting Group (RACG) is a financial management, strategy, and consulting firm that combines deep industry knowledge with specialized expertise in corporate finance, strategy, and research. Together with clients and partnering companies, RACG addresses critical issues and challenges, aiming to provide a globally consistent set of services.
Role Overview
The Chief Investments Officer (CIO) defines and implements Nabo Capital’s investment philosophy, asset allocation strategies, and portfolio construction frameworks. This is a senior leadership role responsible for achieving superior risk-adjusted returns and driving product innovation.
Job Responsibilities
Investment Leadership
- Define and implement Nabo Capital’s investment philosophy, asset allocation strategies, and portfolio construction frameworks.
- Lead a team of portfolio managers, analysts, and strategists to deliver superior risk-adjusted returns across all mandates.
- Oversee investment committees, internal governance, and compliance with CMA and global regulatory standards.
Product Strategy & Innovation
- Spearhead the design and lifecycle management of goal-based investment products (e.g., Lifestyle, Security, Aspirational, Legacy portfolios).
- Translate market insights, customer needs, and competitor analysis into compelling product offerings across asset classes.
- Ensure all products are digitally accessible, commercially viable, and aligned with Nabo’s broader client experience vision.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with Digital, Technology, CX, and Retail Strategy teams to embed investment solutions into Nabo’s digital ecosystem.
- Collaborate with distribution teams to optimize product messaging, education, and adoption across retail, high-net-worth, and institutional channels.
Performance Management & Innovation Culture
- Define and track investment KPIs, fund performance, and client satisfaction metrics.
- Foster a high-performance culture of innovation, agility, and discipline in investment decision-making.
Key Qualifications and Experience
- Track Record: 10+ years in investment management with at least 7 years in a senior leadership role (CIO, Deputy CIO, Head of Investments).
- Education: BA/BSc/HND qualification.
- Experience launching and managing investment products at scale (e.g., goal-based portfolios, ETFs, REITs, MMFs).
- Demonstrated alpha generation: Documented history of consistent outperformance against benchmarks across market cycles.
- Scale Experience: Track record of growing AUM significantly, ideally having scaled a portfolio or fund through multiple growth phases.
- Product Builder: Experience launching new investment products or funds from concept to market.
- African Markets Expertise: Deep understanding of African capital markets, regulatory environment, and macroeconomic drivers; global markets exposure is a strong plus.
