Investment Associate Job at Oui Capital

Oui Capital is a venture capital firm in Nigeria, focused on investing in and supporting innovative startups and entrepreneurs. Our mission is to empower the next generation of African leaders and change-makers.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Investment Associate

Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time (Hybrid / Remote)

Role Overview

• We are looking for a driven, analytical, and curious Investment Associate to join our growing investment team.
• In this role, you will work closely with partners and portfolio companies, gaining experience across the full venture investment lifecycle - from sourcing and screening deals to conducting deep due diligence, building financial models, and supporting startups post-investment.
• If you're excited by African tech, comfortable working across multiple sectors, and ready to support high-impact decisions this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and evaluate early-stage startups across emerging sectors
• Analyze business models, product-market fit, and founder quality
• Conduct financial analysis and build models to assess funding and exit potential
• Write high-quality investment memos and present findings to the team
• Support due diligence processes: market sizing, customer interviews, competitor benchmarking
• Track market trends and maintain relationships within the startup ecosystem
• Help monitor portfolio company performance and add strategic value

What we're looking for

• 3 - 5 years of experience in VC, investment banking, consulting, or startups
• Excellent research and analytical skills
• Strong understanding of early-stage startup metrics and cap tables
• Financial modeling proficiency
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Interest in African markets and startup ecosystems
• Self-motivated with strong attention to detail
• Prior experience creating or reviewing investment memos

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives
• Exposure to high-impact early-stage investing across Africa
• Close mentorship from experienced partners and operators
• Ability to shape investment theses and influence fund strategy
• A collaborative and entrepreneurial team culture

Method of Application 
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume to: recruit@ouicapital.vc using "Investment Associate Application-[Your Full Name]" as the subject of the email.