Job Description
The Investment Senior Associate will support the sourcing, due diligence, financial analysis, and portfolio management of off-grid solar energy investments in Sub-Saharan Africa, contributing to impactful renewable energy projects in underserved communities.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and develop investment opportunities in the off-grid solar sector through market research and relationship building.
- Lead due diligence processes, including evaluating business models, assessing social and environmental impact, and coordinating with advisors.
- Build and maintain detailed financial models to analyze project feasibility, profitability, and risks.
- Prepare and present final credit proposals to the Investment Committee.
- Monitor portfolio company performance, tracking financial and impact metrics, and support improvements in financial sustainability and social impact.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, venture capital, or impact investing, preferably with exposure to the renewable energy sector
- Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business, engineering, or a related field
- Experience in emerging markets and or off-grid solar is highly desirable
- Strong proficiency in financial modelling, analysis, and valuation techniques
- Understanding of the renewable energy market, particularly off-grid solar solutions, and the challenges and opportunities in frontier markets
- Demonstrated interest in impact investing, sustainable development, and or climate finance, with a track record of working on socially and environmentally focused projects
- Proficiency in Excel and financial modelling
- Experience in conducting commercial and operational due diligence
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
- Permanently authorized to work in Kenya
- Available to work in Nairobi
Benefits & Perks
Compensation/salary range (not specified in the posting)
Work schedule (not specified in the posting)
Work environment perks (not specified in the posting)
Opportunity to support impactful projects in off-grid solar energy in underserved communities
Chance to work with a global organization focused on social impact and sustainable development
Potential for professional growth in impact investing and renewable energy sectors
Collaborative work environment with key stakeholders including sponsors and lenders
Work in a mission-driven organization committed to serving people living in poverty
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