CrossBoundary is a mission-driven investment firm dedicated to unlocking capital for sustainable growth and development in underserved markets. With a strong presence across Africa and other frontier markets, the organization specializes in investment advisory, asset management, and project development, particularly in sectors such as renewable energy, natural capital, infrastructure, and financial services.
As part of its continued expansion and strategic positioning within Africa’s investment landscape, CrossBoundary is currently recruiting for multiple high-impact roles based in Nairobi, Kenya. These positions are designed to support the firm’s growing portfolio in natural capital investments and broader financial structuring initiatives across the continent, including Francophone Africa.
The available opportunities include:
- Senior Associate – Natural Capital – Francophone Africa
- Head of Investment
- Associate – Natural Capital – Nairobi
These roles offer professionals an opportunity to work at the intersection of finance, sustainability, and development, contributing to investment strategies that drive both financial returns and environmental impact.
1. Senior Associate – Natural Capital – Francophone Africa
Role Overview
The Senior Associate – Natural Capital – Francophone Africa will play a critical role in supporting CrossBoundary’s investment activities across French-speaking African markets. This position focuses on structuring and executing investments in natural capital sectors, including forestry, agriculture, carbon markets, and biodiversity conservation.
The role requires a strong understanding of investment processes, financial modeling, and cross-border transactions, particularly within Francophone jurisdictions.
Key Responsibilities
The Senior Associate will be responsible for:
- Leading financial analysis, valuation, and modeling for natural capital investment opportunities across Francophone Africa
- Supporting deal origination, including market research, pipeline development, and stakeholder engagement
- Managing due diligence processes, including financial, commercial, environmental, and legal assessments
- Structuring transactions and preparing investment memoranda for internal and external stakeholders
- Coordinating with investors, development finance institutions, and project sponsors to facilitate deal execution
- Supporting portfolio management activities, including performance monitoring and reporting
- Engaging with government agencies, regulators, and local partners in Francophone countries to navigate regulatory environments
- Contributing to strategy development for natural capital investments in emerging markets
- Supporting fundraising efforts by preparing investor presentations and responding to due diligence inquiries
- Mentoring junior team members and contributing to internal knowledge development
Functional Scope
This role operates across multiple jurisdictions, requiring a deep understanding of regional investment climates, currency risks, and policy environments. The Senior Associate is expected to balance financial rigor with sustainability considerations, ensuring investments align with both commercial objectives and environmental impact goals.
2. Head of Investment
Role Overview
The Head of Investment is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing CrossBoundary’s investment strategy, execution, and portfolio management across key sectors. This role will lead the investment team, drive deal origination, and ensure the successful deployment of capital in alignment with the firm’s strategic objectives.
The position requires extensive experience in investment management, leadership, and stakeholder engagement within emerging markets.
Key Responsibilities
The Head of Investment will be responsible for:
- Defining and executing the firm’s investment strategy across target sectors and geographies
- Leading deal origination efforts, including building relationships with developers, sponsors, and institutional partners
- Overseeing the full investment lifecycle, from sourcing and due diligence to execution and exit
- Managing and mentoring a team of investment professionals, including Associates and Senior Associates
- Reviewing and approving financial models, investment memos, and transaction structures
- Engaging with investors, including development finance institutions, private equity funds, and impact investors
- Leading capital raising initiatives and supporting investor relations activities
- Ensuring compliance with internal investment policies and external regulatory requirements
- Monitoring portfolio performance and implementing value creation strategies
- Representing CrossBoundary in high-level meetings, conferences, and industry forums
- Driving innovation in investment approaches, particularly in sustainable and impact-focused sectors
- Collaborating with other business units to align investment activities with broader organizational goals
Strategic Importance
This role is central to CrossBoundary’s growth and market positioning. The Head of Investment will shape the firm’s investment direction, influence capital allocation decisions, and ensure that projects deliver both financial returns and measurable impact.
3. Associate – Natural Capital – Nairobi
Role Overview
The Associate – Natural Capital – Nairobi will support the execution of investment projects within the natural capital sector. This includes working on transactions related to sustainable agriculture, forestry, conservation finance, and carbon markets.
The role is suited for professionals with strong analytical capabilities and an interest in environmental finance and impact investing.
Key Responsibilities
The Associate will be responsible for:
- Conducting financial analysis and building financial models for investment opportunities
- Supporting due diligence processes, including data collection, analysis, and reporting
- Assisting in the preparation of investment memos, pitch decks, and client presentations
- Conducting market research to identify trends, opportunities, and risks in natural capital sectors
- Supporting transaction execution, including coordination with legal, technical, and financial advisors
- Engaging with project developers, partners, and stakeholders to gather relevant information
- Monitoring portfolio investments and preparing performance reports
- Supporting internal knowledge management and documentation processes
- Contributing to the development of new investment strategies and thematic focus areas
- Assisting in fundraising and investor engagement activities
Operational Context
The Associate will work closely with senior team members and gain exposure to the full investment lifecycle. The role provides an opportunity to develop technical expertise in natural capital investments while contributing to impactful projects across Africa.
Application Process
Interested candidates are encouraged to review the detailed requirements and submit their applications through the official CrossBoundary careers platform.
