About the job

CrossBoundary is recruiting a full-time Analyst to join the Advisory team in Kenya. As a member of the transaction team, you will be working on impactful transactions, in addition to building CrossBoundary’s long-term presence in the region. We are seeking candidates with 2-3 years of experience in high-caliber consulting or finance organizations. Experience working in developing countries, particularly in Africa, is highly valued.

About CrossBoundary

CrossBoundary Advisory, part of CrossBoundary Group, is a leading investment advisor focused on unlocking private capital in underserved markets. We have advised US$12+ billion of closed transactions across agriculture, health, education, manufacturing, ICT, infrastructure, and clean power. Our clients include governments, development of finance institutions, foundations, private equity firms, corporates, and research institutions. With 180+ professionals in 20+ offices across Sub-Saharan Africa, the Middle East & North Africa, Asia-Pacific, Eastern Europe, and Latin America & the Caribbean, we combine local presence with global expertise to structure bankable transactions and scalable programs. Learn more at www.crossboundary.com/advisory

Why join us?

The CrossBoundary team is a unique group of people who are genuinely excited by the opportunity to make a difference in some of the most challenging and exciting markets in the world. Team members come from diverse backgrounds but share several qualities: curiosity, humility, integrity, a drive for excellence, and a bias for action.

Job Description

CrossBoundary is recruiting a full-time Analyst to join the Advisory team in Kenya. As a member of the transaction team, you will be working on impactful transactions, in addition to building CrossBoundary’s long-term presence in the region. We are seeking candidates with 2-3 years of experience in high-caliber consulting or finance organizations. Experience working in developing countries, particularly in Africa, is highly valued.

Who You Are

• Self-starter who is passionate about creating lasting change in underserved markets
• Takes on new types of work, even without prior experience/direct supervision
• Willingness to work, travel, and live in a sometimes-challenging environment
• High tolerance for ambiguity and an ability to operate effectively in a changing context
• Builds strong relationships with clients and colleagues in stressful environments
• Excellent presentation skills; ability to communicate clearly and effectively with diverse audiences
• Experience working with a range of stakeholders (including private equity firms, Development Finance Institutions, and development agencies) to support investments in high-impact sectors
• Bachelor’s degree required

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare investor documents including teasers, investment memoranda, business plans etc.
• Conduct research and market assessments - macroeconomic, regulatory, and operational assessments of relevant companies, industries, markets, and topics
• Provide sector analysis of priority areas for investment
• Investor sourcing
• Lead identification of qualified investors
• Manage investor relationships
• Develop valuation and operational financial models
• Coordinate due diligence and transaction execution
• Support with Monitoring and Evaluation activities
• Support organization of conferences and other networking events

Location

This role is based in Nairobi, Kenya. This role will involve travel across the region.

Interested in applying?

Think you have what it takes but not sure you check every box? Research shows that while men apply to roles when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women often only apply when they meet every requirement. If you're passionate about what we'rebuilding, we want to hear from you!

Equal Opportunity Employer

CrossBoundary is an equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process , please send a request to recruiting@crossboundary.com

• Prepare investor documents including teasers, investment memoranda, business plans etc.
• Conduct research and market assessments - macroeconomic, regulatory, and operational assessments of relevant companies, industries, markets, and topics
• Provide sector analysis of priority areas for investment
• Investor sourcing
• Lead identification of qualified investors
• Manage investor relationships
• Develop valuation and operational financial models
• Coordinate due diligence and transaction execution
• Support with Monitoring and Evaluation activities
• Support organization of conferences and other networking events

• Self-starter who is passionate about creating lasting change in underserved markets
• Takes on new types of work, even without prior experience/direct supervision
• Willingness to work, travel, and live in a sometimes-challenging environment
• High tolerance for ambiguity and an ability to operate effectively in a changing context
• Builds strong relationships with clients and colleagues in stressful environments
• Excellent presentation skills; ability to communicate clearly and effectively with diverse audiences
• Experience working with a range of stakeholders (including private equity firms, Development Finance Institutions, and development agencies) to support investments in high-impact sectors

• Bachelor’s degree required