Website CrossBoundary
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 take a transaction centered approach to frontier markets. CrossBoundary provides investment advisory services, having d… read moreeveloped a specialized expertise in unlocking investment across all sectors in fragile and frontier markets. Our advisory clients include governments, development finance institutions, private equity firms, Fortune 100 companies, and research institutions. Our direct investment arm, CrossBoundary Energy, finances solar projects in Africa.
As an Associate, you will identify and evaluate investment opportunities, conduct macroeconomic market assessments, and provide transaction support to both investors and capital seekers. You will also support business development, new strategic partnerships and thought leadership.
Who You Are
Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree preferred (or another relevant advanced degree/professional qualification)
3-5 years of relevant experience in investment banking, management consulting, private equity, or similar
Experience living and/or working in underserved markets required, experience in East, Central, and Southern Africa region highly preferred
High tolerance for ambiguity; able to operate effectively in a changing context
Strong quantitative skills and analytical abilities: can think clearly, structure problems logically, and then design and implement solutions that focus on the core issues
Great at building and maintaining relationships under stress with colleagues and clients in the sector and/or region
Willing to take on new types of work, even without prior experience or direct supervision
Experience in project management/leadership roles preferred
Excellent presentation skills: ability to communicate clearly and effectively with diverse audiences
Self-starter who is humble and passionate about creating lasting change in underserved markets
Enthusiastic about working, traveling, and living in sometimes challenging environments
Fluency in English is required
Experience in natural capital, conservation, forestry, agriculture, or similar sector (in emerging markets) is highly valued
Knowledge of carbon markets, with experience developing or financing carbon projects preferred
What you’ll do
Drive day-to-day execution on workstreams including:
Identifying and evaluating investment opportunities
Conducting sector or geographic landscape assessments
Identifying and engaging with qualified regional and international investors
Support on transaction advisory engagements by:
Supporting commercial due diligence assignments
Performing market research and developing client-facing recommendations
Advising on the structuring and deploying of blended finance vehicles
Advice on carbon project development and deal structuring
Cultivate and manage relationships with existing and potential investors, clients, companies, and other stakeholders
Supporting business development through proactive opportunity sourcing and relationship building, as well as responding to donor-funded procurements (EOIs and RFPs), including executing technical and financial proposals
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