Associate – Natural Capital - Nairobi

ABOUT THE COMPANY Our mission is to unlock the power of capital to make a strong return and lasting difference in frontier markets. JOB SUMMARY Who You AreBachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree preferred (or another relevant advanced degree/professional qualification)3-5 years of relevant experience in investment banking, management consulting, private equity, or similarExperience living and/or working in underserved markets required, experience in East, Central, and Southern Africa region highly preferredHigh tolerance for ambiguity; able to operate effectively in a changing contextStrong quantitative skills and analytical abilities: can think clearly, structure problems logically, and then design and implement solutions that focus on the core issuesGreat at building and maintaining relationships under stress with colleagues and clients in the sector and/or regionWilling to take on new types of work, even without prior experience or direct supervisionExperience in project management/leadership roles preferredExcellent presentation skills: ability to communicate clearly and effectively with diverse audiencesSelf-starter who is humble and passionate about creating lasting change in underserved marketsEnthusiastic about working, traveling, and living in sometimes challenging environmentsFluency in English is requiredExperience in natural capital, conservation, forestry, agriculture, or similar sector (in emerging markets) is highly valuedKnowledge of carbon markets, with experience developing or financing carbon projects preferred RESPONSIBILITIES Drive day-to-day execution on workstreams including:Identifying and evaluating investment opportunitiesConducting sector or geographic landscape assessmentsIdentifying and engaging with qualified regional and international investorsSupport on transaction advisory engagements by:Supporting commercial due diligence assignmentsPerforming market research and developing client-facing recommendationsAdvising on the structuring and deploying of blended finance vehiclesAdvice on carbon project development and deal structuringCultivate and manage relationships with existing and potential investors, clients, companies, and other stakeholdersSupporting business development through proactive opportunity sourcing and relationship building, as well as responding to donor-funded procurements (EOIs and RFPs), including executing technical and financial proposals REQUIRED SKILLS Research planning, Partnerships, Project management, Compliance, Reporting REQUIRED EDUCATION Bachelor's degree