What We Can Achieve Together:
The Investment Readiness Associate provides highly specialized investment-related services to carbon projects in the Natural Climate Solutions Accelerator.
This is a two-year term position with potential opportunities for extension based on performance and funding availability. This position is based in Colombia. Must have valid work authorization, no relocation, visa or immigration assistance is available with this position.
We’re Looking for You:
The Investment Readiness Associate provides highly specialized investment services to carbon projects in the NCSA including risk analyses, due diligence, investment readiness training, and preparation of investment materials for the Integral Carbon Markets team and the BUs working with them. They have a high level of expertise in project finance and / or climate finance. The position administers and maintains finance activities in accordance with TNC policies and procedures and best practices in financial/organizational management.
The Investment Readiness Associate provides assistance to all levels of personnel working on NCSA carbon projects and works to build the capacity of carbon project staff. They respond to complex questions and problems based on advanced knowledge of investment requirements.
RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE
- Recruit carbon project Business Developers and oversee hires until project CEOs are on board.
- Coordinate mentor services and training delivery for projects in NCSA Business Incubator.
- Support the development of investment readiness tools and templates, including project briefs, pitch decks, data room documentation, certification summaries, and progress updates.
- Establish data room structure, coach project teams on document development, and drive project progress towards investment readiness.
- Analyze project risks and track implementation of risk mitigation strategy.
- Conduct due diligence gap analysis and prepare project teams for due diligence process.
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