Arusha Latif
Associate, Blended Finance Accelerator @Convergence Blended Finance
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WORK HISTORY
Associate, Blended Finance Accelerator @Convergence Blended Finance
Toronto, ON, CA
Portfolio Management: Co-lead for Blended Finance Accelerator for Fund Manager (A4FM) focused on institutional players (Fund/Asset Managers) and the Indo-Pacific NGO Blended Finance Accelerator supporting NGO targeting Indo-Pacific region. Previous lead for the Gender Responsive Climate Finance Window. Supporting Blended Finance Accelerator team in managing regional programs such Asia Climate Solutions Design Grant, providing early-stage catalytic grant capital for the design and launch of innovative blended finance vehicles focused on the intersection of climate change and gender equality in emerging markets globally. •Due Diligence: Conducting technical and financial evaluation of proposals applying for design stage grant funding to design various financial vehicles using blended finance structuring approach and different archetypes including guarantees, technical assistance and concessional capital.
EDUCATION
Roots International College
High School, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics and Business Studies
National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST)
Bachelor’s Degree, Accounting and Finance
The City School Capital Campus Islamabad.
O' levels, Accounting and Business/Management
SKILLS
ABOUT ARUSHA LATIF
I\'m a CFA® charterholder with over seven years of experience in portfolio management, investment analysis, and loan structuring. My expertise lies in creating innovative financing solutions for SMEs in emerging markets, with a focus on climate finance and women-led ventures. I am dedicated to projects that drive positive social and environmental change.Currently, I serve as an Associate at Convergence Blended Finance, where I conduct in-depth due diligence and risk assessment for a variety of financial instruments, including debt, equity, and guarantees. My role involves providing grants and technical support to facilitate the design and structure of blended finance vehicles. In my previous positions, I managed loans and investments exceeding C$50 million for microfinance banks, institutions, and fintech companies.I am passionate about advancing financial inclusion, supporting women entrepreneurs, and promoting sustainable development.
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