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CrossBoundary Associate - West Africa in Freetown, Sierra Leone
CrossBoundary Advisory
Financial Advisory Associate West Africa
About the Firm
CrossBoundary 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 has advised on over US$700 million of closed transactions in underserved markets across a broad range of impactful sectors, including agriculture, health, education, manufacturing, ICT, infrastructure, and clean power. 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. Learn more at www.crossboundary.com .
Job Summary
CrossBoundary Advisory is recruiting an Associate to work in Sierra Leone to build and develop a pipeline of investment opportunities for Development Finance Institutions FIs (the client) in both countries. We seek candidates with an interest in and an understanding of underserved markets in Africa. The job will require significant presence in Sierra Leone.
Required Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have the following skills and qualifications:
A minimum of two (2) years of full-time relevant work experience, working in investment banking, financial advisory, insurance underwriting, project development, development finance, project finance, financial services or development finance-related consulting, or private equity.
A strong familiarity with underserved African markets required
Strong written and oral communications skills
Expertise in project structuring and corporate and project finance; and financial modelling capability.
Proficiency in MS Office.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
Demonstrated experience working independently with minimal supervision and interest and commitment to international development.
Existing and extensive network of professional contacts in sub-Saharan Africa.
Primary Responsibilities
Build and maintain a strong network of contacts in public and private sectors in Sierra Leone, and with potential investors to facilitate economic activity
Serve as the principal point of contact in prospecting the local market and building a pipeline of financeable deals
Transaction Origination: The Associate shall identify and pre-screen transaction opportunities for DFIs. This includes but is not limited to:
Conducting business development meetings with potential project sponsors, developers, financiers, and other relevant parties for the purpose of introducing the product offerings and funding criteria of client DFIs and identifying potential transaction opportunities
Reviewing project information documents such as teasers, pitch books, information memoranda, and financial statements to vet and evaluate project opportunities
The collection, completion, and verification of project information to assist DFIs with evaluating or screening the project and filling in of project summary sheets
Assisting with DFIs Screening Committee documentation, as needed
Support selected companies to reach investment readiness by providing technical assistance
For a restricted list of companies, the Associate will identify technical assistance needs
For a restricted list of companies, the Associate may be required to provide direct technical assistance, in the form of completing financial models, assessing organizational, financial and ESG performance and providing recommendations, etc.
Due Diligence Support: The Associate shall assist client DFIs with transaction execution. This includes but is not limited to:
Assisting in the collection, completion, and/or verification of due diligence information relating to a transaction required for Credit Committee, Investment Committee and/or required to reach financial close
Monitoring and reporting on applicable policy or legislation changes that may affect the transaction
Assisting DFIs’ officers on due diligence
Assisting with the verification of conditions precedent to reach financial close
Entering the details of all supported transactions on the Transaction Pipeline Tracker
Field Presence Support: This includes, but is not limited to:
Engaging with client DFIs officers to provide insights on relevant companies, markets, country developments, etc.
Participating and/or presenting at events, conferences, and meetings relevant to client DFIs
Monitoring and reporting changes in law, policy, or economic climate relevant to potential transactions
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, apply! We want to hear from you.
Location
Ideally, the candidate will be based in Freetown, Sierra Leone. At a minimum, the candidate will spend at least 30% to 50% of time in Sierra Leone.
Equal Opportunity Employer
CrossBoundary 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 human.resources@crossboundary.com
Application Process and Timeline
Deadline to Apply: 21 February, 2024
Application requirements: CV/Resume (1 page)
The interview process will test your fit, aptitude, and technical skills
Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted on a rolling basis
Final decisions are expected to be made on a rolling basis with a start date asap
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