Associate – Natural CapitalAbout The FirmCrossBoundary Group is a mission-driven investment and advisory firm that unlocks the power of capital for sustainable growth and strong returns in underserved markets. CrossBoundary Advisory provides transaction and investment advisory services, having developed specialized expertise in unleashing investment across all sectors in these markets. Our advisory clients include governments, development finance institutions, private equity firms, Fortune 100 companies, and research institutions.Our investment platforms, CrossBoundary Energy, CrossBoundary Energy Access, and CrossBoundary Educational Infrastructure, directly finance projects to bring cheaper, cleaner, and more reliable electricity, as well as education infrastructure, to developing countries. CrossBoundary's Natural Capital practice focuses on unlocking private capital for nature-based solutions that contribute to climate change mitigation and adaptation, and address biodiversity loss. We are launching a new fund to invest in nature-based carbon projects in Africa.Job DescriptionCrossBoundary Advisory is recruiting a full-time Associate. We seek candidates with experience across finance, strategy, and an understanding of the investment landscape and nature-based solutions (conservation, natural capital, forestry, agriculture, etc.) in emerging markets.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 AreBachelor'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 and Southern Africa region, and specifically Mozambique, 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 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 strongly preferred.Knowledge of carbon markets, with experience developing carbon projects preferred.Primary ResponsibilitiesIdentifying and evaluating investment opportunities.Conducting sector or geographic landscape assessments.Identifying and engaging with qualified regional and international investors.Supporting 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.Advising on carbon project development and deal structuring.Cultivating and managing 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.LocationsThe chosen candidate will join our team in Johannesburg. This role will involve travel.Equal Opportunity EmployerCrossBoundary 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 our ******.
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