Leadership & Governance
Guided by long-term vision and disciplined governance.
Established
2024
Approach
Institutional
01 — Philosophy
Leadership Philosophy
At Sysfond Group, leadership is not defined by control—it is defined by responsibility, clarity, and institutional discipline.
I
Long-term over short-term
Our decisions are measured in years and decades, not quarters. We build for permanence.
II
Structure over chaos
Clear governance frameworks enable independent companies to operate with freedom and accountability.
III
Responsibility over authority
Leadership at Sysfond means stewarding growth, not controlling every decision. We guide with principles, not micromanagement.
02 — Structure
Leadership Structure
HOLDING LEVEL
Strategic Direction
Provides strategic direction, capital allocation, governance oversight, and risk management across the portfolio.
COMPANY LEVEL
Operational Independence
Each portfolio company maintains independent operational control, with full authority over day-to-day execution, hiring, and tactical decisions.
⬤ — CEO, Sysfond
Rizbul Haque
Sysfond’s leadership is organised across four interdependent tiers, each with distinct authority, mandate, and reporting obligations. The tiers do not operate in isolation — they are designed to create productive tension that prevents institutional drift.
Biography
Sysfond’s leadership is organised across four interdependent tiers, each with distinct authority, mandate, and reporting obligations. The tiers do not operate in isolation — they are designed to create productive tension that prevents institutional drift.
Education & Background
Sysfond’s leadership is organised across four interdependent tiers, each with distinct authority, mandate, and reporting obligations. The tiers do not operate in isolation — they are designed to create productive tension that prevents institutional drift.
Strategic Milestones
Sysfond’s leadership is organised across four interdependent tiers, each with distinct authority, mandate, and reporting obligations. The tiers do not operate in isolation — they are designed to create productive tension that prevents institutional drift.
Core Focus Areas
Sysfond’s leadership is organised across four interdependent tiers, each with distinct authority, mandate, and reporting obligations. The tiers do not operate in isolation — they are designed to create productive tension that prevents institutional drift.
03 — Team
Leadership Team
Sysfond’s leadership is organised across four interdependent tiers, each with distinct authority, mandate, and reporting obligations. The tiers do not operate in isolation — they are designed to create productive tension that prevents institutional drift.
Rehana Amiri
Executive Director
Responsible for the overall institutional direction, stakeholder relations, and the integrity of Sysfond’s governance commitments. Reports directly to the Board of Trustees.
Focus area: Strategy & Institutional Governance
Kwame Mensah
Director of Programmes
Oversees all programme design, implementation, and evaluation. Ensures that field-level delivery remains aligned with the institutional mandate and donor commitments.
Focus area: Programme Integrity & Impact
Selin Lund
Chief Financial Officer
Leads financial stewardship, audit coordination, and risk management. Oversees compliance with all financial governance frameworks applicable to Sysfond’s operating jurisdictions.
Focus area: Financial Governance & Compliance
Daniel Osei-Bonsu
Director of Partnerships
Manages institutional relationships with government bodies, multilateral organisations, and strategic co-funders. Responsible for partnership due diligence and agreement governance.
Focus area: Institutional Relations
05 — Advisory Board
Advisory Board
Prof. Layla Hassan
Public Policy
Advises on policy alignment, regulatory environment, and the translational integrity of Sysfond's advocacy positions in institutional settings.
Prof. Layla Hassan
Public Policy
Advises on policy alignment, regulatory environment, and the translational integrity of Sysfond's advocacy positions in institutional settings.
Prof. Layla Hassan
Public Policy
Advises on policy alignment, regulatory environment, and the translational integrity of Sysfond's advocacy positions in institutional settings.
Holding Level
Strategic Decisions
Long-term direction and capital allocation
- Capital allocation
- New ventures
- Major acquisitions
- Governance standards
- Cross-portfolio initiatives
Company Level
Operational Decisions
Day-to-day execution and market response
- Daily operations
- Team building
- Tactical adjustments
- Market responsiveness
- Customer relationships