Senior Associate - East & Central Africa

Nairobi, Kenya

Full Time

Mid Level

CrossBoundary Advisory is recruiting a full-time Senior Associate to join our team in Nairobi, Kenya. As a Senior Associate, you will identify and evaluate investment opportunities, conduct macroeconomic market assessments, and provide investment transaction support. We are seeking candidates with 4+ years of experience in high-calibre consulting or finance organizations. Experience leading teams, 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 yet high-potential 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 Advisory is recruiting a full-time Senior Associate to join our team in Nairobi, Kenya.
As a Senior Associate, you will identify and evaluate investment opportunities, conduct macroeconomic market assessments, and provide investment transaction support. We are seeking candidates with 4+ years of experience in high-calibre consulting or finance organizations. Experience working in developing countries, particularly in Africa, is highly valued.

Who You Are

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree or other relevant advanced degree/professional qualification preferred
4+ years of relevant experience in investment banking, management consulting, private equity, or similar
Strong quantitative and analytical skills: able to structure problems logically and design solutions that address core issues
High tolerance for ambiguity and ability to operate effectively in dynamic environments
Willingness to take on new types of work, even without prior experience or direct supervision
Excellent presentation and communication skills across 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
Experience living and/or working in underserved or developing markets (particularly in Africa) is highly valued

Primary Responsibilities

Support and manage multiple projects, transactions, and workstreams concurrently
Conduct and draft analyses including financial models, market assessments, investment memorandums, pitch decks, and macroeconomic, regulatory, and operational assessments
Independently cultivate and manage relationships with investors, clients, companies, and other stakeholders
Drive client workstreams directly and independently
Manage entire project portfolios and make complex, value-driven decisions
Mentor and develop junior staff
Foster talent and encourage diversity of people and ideas across teams and the firm

Location

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

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Think You Have What It Takes? 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’re building, apply! 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  [email protected]

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Help Us Build New Markets We are not a development firm and we are not looking for typical development skills. We are looking for talented candidates who believe in the power of the private sector to make a difference in the world's toughest places. If that's you, contact us.

Senior Associate - East & Central Africa

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Help Us Build New Markets

We are not a development firm and we are not looking for typical development skills.

We are looking for talented candidates who believe in the power of the private sector to make a difference in the world's toughest places.

If that's you, contact us.