Associate - North Africa

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Associate - North AfricaTunis, Maghreb, Tunisia Full Time Mid LevelAssociateTunisia / North Africa AdvisoryAbout the FirmFounded in 2011, CrossBoundary is a mission-driven investment and advisory firm committed to unlocking the power of capital to make a substantial return while creating a lasting difference in frontier markets. We take a transaction-centered approach to frontier markets. CrossBoundary provides investment advisory services, having developed a specialized expertise in unleashing investment across all sectors in fragile and frontier markets. Our advisory clients include governments, development finance institutions, private equity firms, Fortune 100 companies, and research institutions. Learn more at .CrossBoundary is recruiting a full-time Associate to be part of our Advisory team based out of Tunis, Tunisia. We are seeking candidates with experience working in Tunisia or the broader North Africa region, contacts across the regions financial services sector, and an understanding of the investment landscape in the region.CrossBoundary is not a development firm and is not seeking typical development skills. As an Associate, you will be tasked with evaluating investment opportunities, conducting macroeconomic and markets assessments, and providing transaction support to both investors and capital seekers. Associate candidates should have 3-5 years of experience working in high caliber finance or consulting organizations and experience working in developing countries. Experience working with a range of stakeholders (including private equity firms, Development Finance Institutions, and development agencies) to support investments in high impact sectors, as well as experience and background in North Africa, will be regarded favorably.Who We AreCrossBoundary operates in frontier markets that also hold immense investment opportunities. The CrossBoundary team is a unique group made up of people who are genuinely excited by the opportunity to make a difference in some of the most challenging yet exciting markets in the world. Team members come from diverse backgrounds, but share several qualities: curiosity, humility, integrity, a drive for excellence, and a bias for action.Who You AreSelf-starter who is passionate about creating lasting change in frontier marketsDesire to take on new types of work, even without prior experience or direct supervisionWillingness to work and live in a sometimes-challenging environmentComfort with ambiguity; ability to operate effectively in a changing contextPrimary ResponsibilitiesMarket assessment and ongoing market analysis+ Conduct macroeconomic, regulatory, and operational assessments+ Provide sector analysis of priority areas for investmentCompany identification and evaluation+ Identify and rigorously assess investment opportunitiesTransaction support+ Assist, and often lead a team in supporting due diligence and complex transactions execution+ Prepare investment pitch presentations with business plans, explanation of management structure, competitive landscape, and financial projection to recommend strategies+ Develop valuation activities and detailed financial models, including sensitivity analysis and stress testingInvestor qualification and relations+ Assist in identifying qualified investors+ Manage numerous investor relationshipsQualificationsMinimum required skills and qualifications in order to be invited to an interview:3-5 years of experience in top tier banking, consulting, private equity, or similarBachelors degree required; MBA or other advanced degrees will be regarded favorableFluency in EnglishStrong quantitative skills and finance background; familiarity with company evaluation and valuationExcellent analytical ability and discipline; ability to think clearly, structure problems logically, and then design and implement solutions that focus on the core issuesExcellent presentation skills; ability to communicate clearly and effectively with diverse audiencesStrong sense of ownership and ability to lead projects and support and mentor more junior colleaguesStrong ability to use Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel for project executionThe ideal candidate will have the following skills and qualifications:Experience working in developing countries; experience in Tunisia or the broader North Africa region is particularly relevantFamiliarity with company fundraise process, including investor due diligence processesAbility to build strong relationships with partners and colleagues in stressfull environmentsWilling to take on new types of work, even without prior experience or direct supervisionExperience working with a range of stakeholders (including private equity firms, Impact investors, Family offices, Development Finance Institutions, and development agencies) to support investments in high impact sectorsEnthusiastic to work and live in a sometimes challenging environment, and travel when needed* Fluency/proficiency in French or ArabicLocationTunis, Tunisia (frequent travel is expected)Equal Opportunity EmployerCrossBoundary 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.comContactInterested candidates should apply at .

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