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.
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Graduate or current student of a Grande Ecole de Commerce or Grande Ecole d’Ingénieur
Self-starter who is passionate about creating lasting change in frontier markets
Experience living and/or working in underserved markets and/or Africa 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 then design and implement solutions that focus on the core issues
Familiarity with company fundraising process, including investor due diligence processes
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
Excellent presentation skills: ability to communicate clearly and effectively with diverse audiences
Exceptional attention to detail and ability to deliver high-quality output within time constraints
Self-starter who is humble and passionate about creating lasting change in underserved markets
Enthusiastic about working, traveling, and living in sometimes challenging environments
Familiarity and comfort with Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel
Comfort operating in a Business English environment
Primary Responsibilities
Conduct market assessments (primarily in the renewable energy sector)
Engage with cleantech companies, business associations, DFIs, government offices, etc. to identify and develop investment opportunities in the renewable energy sector
Conduct macroeconomic, regulatory, and operational assessments
Provide sector analysis of priority areas for investment
Investor sourcing
Transaction support
Support organization of conferences and other networking events