Leadership
Led by an interim Executive Director and a working board.
As the Institute starts up, it is led by an interim Executive Director supported by a working board drawn from leading social finance and development organisations across the public, private, public-private, and non-profit sectors.
Hamdiya Ismaila
Interim Executive Director
Over 23 years in finance and investment, including extensive fund-of-funds experience across West Africa. Founder and CEO of Savannah Impact Advisory and founder of the Lady Angel Network.
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The working board.
The working board comprises social finance and development leaders from the public, private, public-private, and non-profit sectors. Current considerations include, but are not limited to, the following organisations.
UBS Optimus Foundation
Philanthropic foundation driving impact in health, education, and child protection.
International Finance Corporation
The largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets.
Ashoka
Global network of leading social entrepreneurs advancing systemic change.
Ghana Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection
Government agency coordinating policies for social welfare and gender equality in Ghana.
Nigeria Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development
Federal ministry promoting women's advancement and inclusive social development in Nigeria.
Mastercard Foundation
International foundation focused on expanding education and financial inclusion in Africa.
Unilever Ghana
Multinational consumer goods company championing sustainable and equitable business practices.
Bertha Centre for Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Academic centre dedicated to research and practice in social innovation and systems change.
Interested in joining the work?
We are open to partners across investors, policymakers, and operating partners.