CrossBoundary is hiring an Intern Analyst for 6 months in Nairobi, Kenya. You'll support transaction advisory for power and infrastructure projects, conduct market research, prepare client materials, and assist with financial analysis and business development. If you have interest in project finance or renewable energy, we encourage you to apply to join the team and help unlock capital in emerging markets.
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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
Intern Analyst - Power & Infrastructure
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.
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.
Work authorization in Kenya is mandatory. Candidates must already have the legal right to work in Kenya.
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
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