CrossBoundary is a mission-driven investment firm committed to unlocking the power of capital to make a strong return while creating a lasting difference in frontier markets. We are seeking a full-time Associate to join our Power and Infrastructure (P&I) Advisory team in Nairobi. As an Associate, you will support transaction execution, project management, business development, and internal team coordination across the P&I practice. You will work closely with senior team members to deliver advisory mandates and contribute to expanding investment into renewable energy and infrastructure across emerging markets.
Primary Responsibilities
Transaction Execution: Support structuring, fundraising, due diligence, and preparation of client deliverables.
Financial Modeling: Build and review financial models, including sensitivity testing, scenario analysis, and ensuring key outputs for decision-making.
Market Research: Conduct market research to inform client recommendations and internal decision-making.
Communication Materials: Prepare presentations, reports, investment materials, briefing notes, and internal/external communications materials.
Capital Mapping: Perform capital mapping analyses and maintain an understanding of relevant funding sources.
Project Management: Manage multiple workstreams, including tracking deliverables, deadlines, action items, budgets, and client requests.
Business Development: Develop proposals, credentials, case studies, and other business development materials.
Team Operations: Support internal team operations, including meeting preparation, knowledge management, and the onboarding and management of Analysts.
Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain relationships with clients and industry stakeholders over time.
Requirements and Qualifications
3+ years of experience in project finance, renewable energy, or infrastructure, gained at a financial advisor, developer, investment firm, DFI, lender, or investment bank.
Experience supporting the development, financing, or delivery of infrastructure or energy projects.
Foundational understanding of project finance structures, risks, mitigants, and commercial considerations.
Exposure to renewable energy projects in emerging markets is preferred.
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree beneficial but not required.
Strong analytical, financial modelling, and problem-solving skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear, client-ready materials.
Comfortable supporting both client-facing work and internal team operations.
Ability to manage multiple workstreams with guidance from senior team members.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel.
Fluent in English; fluency in French and/or Spanish is advantageous.
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application through the CrossBoundary application portal. You can access the application link here: https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/apply-now/1230801. Ensure you follow the instructions on the linked page to complete the submission on crossboundary.applytojob.com.
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