Join our Power and Infrastructure Advisory team as an Associate

About CrossBoundary

CrossBoundary Advisory, part of CrossBoundary Group, is a leading investment advisory firm 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 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. Learn more at www.crossboundary.com.  

What you’ll do

CrossBoundary is 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 

• Support transaction execution, including structuring, fundraising, due diligence, and preparation of client deliverables 

• Build and review financial models, including sensitivity testing, scenario analysis, and ensuring key outputs for decision-making 

• Conduct market research to inform client recommendations and internal decision-making 

• Prepare presentations, reports, investment materials, briefing notes, and internal/external communications materials 

• Capital mapping analyses and maintain an understanding of relevant funding sources 

• Project management across multiple workstreams, including tracking deliverables, deadlines, action items, budgets, and client requests 

• Development of proposals, credentials, case studies, and other business development materials 

• Support internal team operations, including meeting preparation, knowledge management, and, where applicable, onboarding and day-to-day management of Analysts 

• Build and maintain relationships with clients and industry stakeholders over time 

Who You Are

Power and Infrastructure Experience 

• 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 

• Strong interest in energy transition and infrastructure development in emerging markets 

General Requirements 

• 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 but not required 

Location

Nairobi, Kenya

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're building, we want to hear from you!  

Equal Opportunity Employer

CrossBoundary is an equal opportunity employer. If you require accommodations during the application or recruitment process, please contact [email protected]