Financial Accountant (Contract) - Africa
CrossBoundary
Accounting & Finance
Cape Town, South Africa
Posted on Thursday, August 1, 2024
Communications and Events Manager
CrossBoundary Group
About the firm
CrossBoundary Group is a mission-driven investment and advisory firm that unlocks the power of capital for sustainable growth and strong returns in underserved markets. CrossBoundary Advisory provides transaction and investment advisory services, having developed a specialized expertise in unleashing investment across all sectors in these markets. CrossBoundary Advisory has advised on over US$8bn worth of transactions across 75 countries globally, serving our clients from 25 offices spread across Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Our advisory clients include governments, development finance institutions, private equity firms, Fortune 100 companies, and research institutions.
Our investment platforms, CrossBoundary Energy, CrossBoundary Access, Fund for Nature, and CrossBoundary Real Estate, directly finance projects to bring cheaper, cleaner, and more reliable electricity, provide capital for nature-based solutions, as well as education infrastructure, to developing countries. Anchoring the Group’s work in the renewable energy sector, CrossBoundary Energy is currently active in more than 14 countries and has a portfolio of over US$400 million of renewable energy projects for commercial and industrial clients across the continent. CrossBoundary Access uses blended finance and an innovative project financing structure to unlock capital for mini-grids with a mission to bring electricity for the first time to more than 170,000 people. Learn more at www.crossboundary.com
Job description
CrossBoundary Advisory is recruiting a full-time Communications and Event Manager. You will be responsible for the planning and execution of high-impact communications campaigns and events that deliver strong results for our clients and our globally distributed firm. This role involves working closely on project teams to understand client needs and deliver against clear timelines. The Communications and Events Manager will ensure all events and deliverables align with the firm’s strategic goals and client expectations. This role requires strong communication skills, technical knowledge, and the ability to work across multiple teams in diverse global markets.
The Communications and Events Manager will be a member of CrossBoundary Group’s Communications team and report to the Global Head of Communications. You will work closely day-to-day with CrossBoundary Advisory’s investment advisory teams around the world, as well as the Corporate Development and Administration departments.
Who We Are
CrossBoundary operates in underserved markets that also hold immense investment opportunities. The chosen candidate will play an important role within the firm with the opportunity to make a large impact on CrossBoundary’s client portfolio and corporate development. 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 Are
Responsibilities
Client Relationship Management
Event Planning and Execution
Collaboration and Coordination
On-Site Event Management
Post-Event Analysis and Reporting
Innovation and Best Practices
Qualifications
Think you have what it takes but not sure you check every box? Research shows that while men apply to roles when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women often only apply when they meet every requirement. If you're passionate about what we're building, we want to hear from you!
Location
Candidates will join our team in any of our offices in Africa; London, UK; or Washington D.C.. This role will involve frequent travel.
Equal Opportunity Employer
CrossBoundary is an equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to human.resources@crossboundary.com
Contact
Interested candidates should apply at https://www.crossboundary.com/careers/.
CrossBoundary Group
About the firm
CrossBoundary Group is a mission-driven investment and advisory firm that unlocks the power of capital for sustainable growth and strong returns in underserved markets. CrossBoundary Advisory provides transaction and investment advisory services, having developed a specialized expertise in unleashing investment across all sectors in these markets. CrossBoundary Advisory has advised on over US$8bn worth of transactions across 75 countries globally, serving our clients from 25 offices spread across Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Our advisory clients include governments, development finance institutions, private equity firms, Fortune 100 companies, and research institutions.
Our investment platforms, CrossBoundary Energy, CrossBoundary Access, Fund for Nature, and CrossBoundary Real Estate, directly finance projects to bring cheaper, cleaner, and more reliable electricity, provide capital for nature-based solutions, as well as education infrastructure, to developing countries. Anchoring the Group’s work in the renewable energy sector, CrossBoundary Energy is currently active in more than 14 countries and has a portfolio of over US$400 million of renewable energy projects for commercial and industrial clients across the continent. CrossBoundary Access uses blended finance and an innovative project financing structure to unlock capital for mini-grids with a mission to bring electricity for the first time to more than 170,000 people. Learn more at www.crossboundary.com
Job description
CrossBoundary Advisory is recruiting a full-time Communications and Event Manager. You will be responsible for the planning and execution of high-impact communications campaigns and events that deliver strong results for our clients and our globally distributed firm. This role involves working closely on project teams to understand client needs and deliver against clear timelines. The Communications and Events Manager will ensure all events and deliverables align with the firm’s strategic goals and client expectations. This role requires strong communication skills, technical knowledge, and the ability to work across multiple teams in diverse global markets.
The Communications and Events Manager will be a member of CrossBoundary Group’s Communications team and report to the Global Head of Communications. You will work closely day-to-day with CrossBoundary Advisory’s investment advisory teams around the world, as well as the Corporate Development and Administration departments.
Who We Are
CrossBoundary operates in underserved markets that also hold immense investment opportunities. The chosen candidate will play an important role within the firm with the opportunity to make a large impact on CrossBoundary’s client portfolio and corporate development. 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 Are
- Excellence: Expert communicator with impeccable interpersonal skills and a documented track record of successful event implementation
- Authentically Cares: Patient and able to develop good working relationships with clients, suppliers, consultants, and CrossBoundary team members
- Prioritizes Results: You overdeliver on all tasks – big or small – necessary to contribute toward the team objective
- Deliberate Thinker: Ability to collaborate with technical experts across a range of domain expertise, including graphic design, conference, IT, and translation services, to deliver state-of-the-art event experiences
- Act Like an Owner: Able to juggle multiple workstreams at once through systematic and highly organized approach; you take personal accountability for tracking activities and ensuring everything is delivered on time and to the highest standards
- Bias to Action: Comfortable with ambiguity, accountable for your decisions, and can operate without direction in a fast-moving environment
- Integrity: Your set your standards above the minimum required for compliance where necessary to deliver an excellent event or campaign
Responsibilities
Client Relationship Management
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients and project teams to understand their needs and expectations
- Work closely with project teams to align event strategies with client goals and CrossBoundary’s business objectives
- Act as the primary point of contact for client communications deliverables and events
- Provide regular updates to project teams on event planning and execution progress
- Collect and analyze client feedback to continuously improve communication and event experiences
Event Planning and Execution
- Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of events such as roundtables, exhibitions, webinars, conferences, recruiting and networking events
- Develop detailed event plans, including venue selection, agendas, schedules, audiovisual setup, catering, transportation and logistics
- Coordinate with vendors, venues, and service providers to ensure all event logistics are handled efficiently
- Manage event budgets, negotiate contracts, and track expenses to ensure cost-effective event management
- Create and oversee the development of event materials, such as displays, invitations, promotional content, handouts, etc.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and industry standards
Collaboration and Coordination
- Work closely with internal teams and departments, including investment advisory project teams, Corporate Development, Administration and Communications to ensure cohesive client communication and event execution
- Collaborate with senior management to align communication and event objectives with CrossBoundary’s strategic goals
- Coordinate with teams and consultants in our markets to gather necessary information and insights for event planning and execution
On-Site Event Management
- Provide on-site support during events to ensure smooth execution and handle any issues that arise
- Oversee event setup, registration, and attendee management, as needed
- Ensure a high level of client satisfaction by delivering seamless and professional event experiences
Post-Event Analysis and Reporting
- Collect and analyze event performance data to measure success and identify areas for improvement
- Contribute to post-event reports and presentations for internal and client review
- Implement improvements based on feedback and analysis to enhance future events
Innovation and Best Practices
- Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in event management and client relationship building
- Continuously seek innovative ways to enhance client engagement and event experiences
- Share insights and best practices with the broader team to promote continuous improvement and contribute to business development
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business, or a related field
- 5-7+ years’ experience in event planning and client relationship management, preferably in a consulting or professional services environment
- Ability to vet and manage a variety of service providers in diverse and emerging markets
- Proven ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Proficiency in communication and event management software and tools
- Ability to travel as required for event execution and client meetings
- Event management or project management certification a distinct advantage
Think you have what it takes but not sure you check every box? Research shows that while men apply to roles when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women often only apply when they meet every requirement. If you're passionate about what we're building, we want to hear from you!
Location
Candidates will join our team in any of our offices in Africa; London, UK; or Washington D.C.. This role will involve frequent travel.
Equal Opportunity Employer
CrossBoundary is an equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to human.resources@crossboundary.com
Contact
Interested candidates should apply at https://www.crossboundary.com/careers/.
