{"id":879684,"date":"2026-03-18T17:08:24","date_gmt":"2026-03-18T14:08:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/campusbiz.co.ke\/careers\/?post_type=job_listing&#038;p=879684"},"modified":"2026-03-18T17:08:33","modified_gmt":"2026-03-18T14:08:33","slug":"879684-crossboundary-minigrid-innovation-lab-data-analytics-internship-nairobi","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/campusbiz.co.ke\/careers\/vacancy\/879684-crossboundary-minigrid-innovation-lab-data-analytics-internship-nairobi\/","title":{"rendered":"Data Analytics Internship"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Ready to put your data skills to work in the renewable energy sector?<\/strong> The CrossBoundary Minigrid Innovation Lab is seeking a talented <strong>Data Analytics Intern<\/strong> to help us drive innovation in mini-grids across Africa. Analyze real-world data, develop insightful visualizations, and contribute to solutions that expand energy access. <strong>Apply now and be a part of building a sustainable future!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>CrossBoundary\u2019s Minigrid Innovation Lab is recruiting a Data Analytics Intern to support the Lab\u2019s data-driven evaluation of prototype innovations.<\/p>\n<p>This is a technical role focused on cleaning, structuring, analyzing, and visualizing large operational datasets from mini-grid sites across Africa. The intern will work closely with the Lab team to translate raw data into actionable insights that inform business model improvements and sector publications.<\/p>\n<p>This is not a traditional advisory or transaction role \u2014 it is a hands-on data analytics position embedded within an innovation and R&amp;D environment.<\/p>\n<h4>About CrossBoundary Minigrid Innovation Lab<\/h4>\n<p>In 2017, CrossBoundary launched the first Mini-Grid Innovation Lab for Africa, a dedicated R&amp;D platform for testing innovations that improve the commercial viability of mini-grids.<br \/>\nOver 600 million people in Sub-Saharan Africa still lack access to electricity. The Lab supports the sector to become more commercially viable by trialing new business model innovations with developers in the field and rigorously evaluating their impact using real operational and financial data.<\/p>\n<p>The Lab has two objectives:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Improve the unit economics of mini-grids so they can provide more power, to more people, at lower cost<\/li>\n<li>Build the case for mini-grids so governments, investors, and donors can integrate them into national electrification strategiesThe Lab maintains one of the sector\u2019s most detailed datasets on mini-grid performance and rural customer behavior.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Learn more about the Lab\u2019s activities\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.crossboundary.com\/labs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" >here<span class=\"wpil-link-icon\" title=\"External Link\" style=\"margin: 0 0 0 5px;\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" style=\"height:16px; width:16px; fill:#1d72cd; stroke:#1d72cd; display:inline-block;\" 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<\/g><\/svg><\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n<h4>Responsibilities<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Clean, structure, and analyze large datasets (e.g., smart meter data, site-level operational data, revenue data exports)<\/li>\n<li>Develop Python scripts to automate recurring data cleaning and aggregation workflows<\/li>\n<li>Conduct time-series analysis to assess site performance (e.g., consumption growth, uptime, load profiles, revenue trends)<\/li>\n<li>Support cross-site performance comparisons and prototype impact assessments<\/li>\n<li>Identify anomalies, trends, and patterns in operational data<\/li>\n<li>Develop visualizations and dashboards to communicate findings clearly<\/li>\n<li>Support the preparation of data-driven insights for donor reports, internal memos, and sector publications<\/li>\n<li>Contribute to strengthening the Lab\u2019s internal data infrastructure and analytical tools<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Who you are<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Self-starter who is passionate about creating lasting change in underserved markets<\/li>\n<li>Takes on new types of work, even without prior experience\/direct supervision<\/li>\n<li>Passionate about using data to improve energy access and climate solutions<\/li>\n<li>Highly analytical and detail-oriented<\/li>\n<li>Comfortable working with messy, real-world datasets<\/li>\n<li>Able to operate independently and manage structured deliverables<\/li>\n<li>Able to communicate technical findings clearly and succinctly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Required Technical Skills:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Python (Intermediate to Advanced)<\/li>\n<li>Strong experience with Pandas (data cleaning, merging, grouping, aggregations)<\/li>\n<li>Experience with NumPy (numerical computations and array operations)<\/li>\n<li>Experience handling and analyzing large CSV datasets<\/li>\n<li>Experience conducting time-series data analysis (resampling, rolling averages, trend analysis)<\/li>\n<li>Strong data cleaning skills<\/li>\n<li>Proficiency in Excel (formulas, structured 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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 &amp; North Africa, Asia-Pacific, Eastern Europe, and Latin America &amp; the Caribbean, we combine local presence with global expertise to structure bankable transactions and scalable programs. Learn more at\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.crossboundary.com\/advisory\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" >www.crossboundary.com\/advisory<span class=\"wpil-link-icon\" title=\"External Link\" style=\"margin: 0 0 0 5px;\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" style=\"height:16px; width:16px; fill:#1d72cd; stroke:#1d72cd; display:inline-block;\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:svg=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><use href=\"#wpil-svg-outbound-6-icon-path\"><\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n<h4>Why join us?<\/h4>\n<p>CrossBoundary is a unique group of people genuinely excited by the opportunity to make a difference in some of the world\u2019s most challenging and exciting renewable energy markets, driven by a mission to unlock capital for sustainable growth and strong returns in underserved regions. Team members come from diverse backgrounds but share several qualities: curiosity, humility, integrity, a drive for excellence, and a bias for action.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":625225,"template":"","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_titles_title":"","_seopress_titles_desc":"","_seopress_robots_index":"","_promoted":"","_filled":0,"_featured":0,"_job_salary_unit":"","_job_how_to_apply":"<p>Please note that applications will close on\u00a0<strong>Tuesday, March 24 2026<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>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. 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