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.

CrossBoundary is recruiting an Intern Analyst to join our Power and Infrastructure (P&I) Advisory team in Nairobi, Kenya. This is a six-month internship, with the possibility of being absorbed into the team upon completion, subject to performance and business needs. The role is suited to candidates with a strong interest in renewable energy, infrastructure, project finance, and investment advisory in emerging markets.

Responsibilities or duties

As an Intern Analyst, you will support transaction advisory, business development, market research, financial analysis, and internal team operations across the Power and Infrastructure practice. You will work closely with other team members to help deliver advisory mandates and support the continues growth of the team.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

Work authorization in Kenya is mandatory. Candidates must already have the legal right to work in Kenya.

Experience needed

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct market research to support client recommendations and internal decision-making
• Support the preparation of presentations, reports, investment materials, briefing notes, meeting notes, and other client-facing deliverables
• Support financial analysis, including data collection, financial model preparation, sensitivity analysis, benchmarking, and review of outputs
• Support capital mapping by identifying relevant investors, lenders, donors, development finance institutions, and other funding sources
• Support business development activities, including research on new opportunities, preparation of credentials, case studies, and proposal materials
• Support project management across active workstreams, including tracking deliverables, deadlines, action items, meetings, and follow-ups
• Help maintain organized project files, trackers, databases, and knowledge management materials
• Support internal team administration, including meeting preparation, internal updates, staffing coordination, reporting, and other team processes

Who You Are

• 0.5 - 2 years of experience in project finance, renewable energy, or infrastructure, gained at a financial advisor, developer, investment firm, DFI, lender, or investment bank
• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in finance, economics, law, engineering, business, accounting, or a related discipline
• Experience working in emerging markets; Africa, South/Southeast Asia, and/or Latin America would be preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to structure issues logically and focus on key questions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear, concise, and well-structured materials
• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce high-quality work under guidance
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and work in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel
• Fluent in English. French and/or Spanish language skills beneficiary but not required
• Must have existing work authorization in Kenya

• Conduct market research to support client recommendations and internal decision-making
• Support the preparation of presentations, reports, investment materials, briefing notes, meeting notes, and other client-facing deliverables
• Support financial analysis, including data collection, financial model preparation, sensitivity analysis, benchmarking, and review of outputs
• Support capital mapping by identifying relevant investors, lenders, donors, development finance institutions, and other funding sources
• Support business development activities, including research on new opportunities, preparation of credentials, case studies, and proposal materials
• Support project management across active workstreams, including tracking deliverables, deadlines, action items, meetings, and follow-ups
• Help maintain organized project files, trackers, databases, and knowledge management materials
• Support internal team administration, including meeting preparation, internal updates, staffing coordination, reporting, and other team processes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and work in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel
• Fluent in English

• 0.5 - 2 years of experience in project finance, renewable energy, or infrastructure
• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in finance, economics, law, engineering, business, accounting, or a related discipline
• Experience working in emerging markets; Africa, South/Southeast Asia, and/or Latin America would be preferred
• Must have existing work authorization in Kenya