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• Identifying and evaluating potential real estate development opportunities in strategic locations.
• Leading the financial analysis, feasibility studies, and due diligence for new projects.
• Managing all phases of the development process, including acquisition, planning, design, construction, and leasing/sales.
• Developing and nurturing strong relationships with investors, government agencies, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Ensuring all projects adhere to stringent sustainability standards and incorporate green building practices.
• Overseeing project budgets, timelines, and risk management strategies.
• Mentoring and guiding project teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Developing and executing innovative marketing and sales strategies for completed developments.
• Staying informed about market trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies in real estate development.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Real Estate, Urban Planning, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in real estate development, with a strong portfolio of successfully completed projects.
• Demonstrated expertise in site acquisition, zoning, entitlements, and construction management.
• Strong financial acumen, with experience in project financing, pro forma development, and investor relations.
• A deep understanding of sustainable development principles and green building certifications (e.g., LEED).
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet demanding deadlines.
• Proficiency in real estate development software and financial modeling tools.
• Experience working in a remote or hybrid environment is a plus, demonstrating adaptability and self-management.

• Oversee all phases of real estate development projects, from inception to completion.
• Identify and evaluate potential development sites and opportunities.
• Conduct market research, feasibility studies, and financial analysis for new projects.
• Manage the design and pre-construction process, including obtaining permits and approvals.
• Oversee construction activities, ensuring quality, safety, and adherence to schedule.
• Develop and manage project budgets and financial models.
• Lead lease-up and marketing efforts for developed properties.
• Champion sustainable development practices and green building certifications.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with investors, lenders, contractors, and community stakeholders.

• Master's degree in Real Estate Development, Urban Planning, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in real estate development.
• Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering complex real estate projects.
• Strong understanding of real estate finance, market analysis, and legal/regulatory frameworks.
• Expertise in construction management and sustainable development principles.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to manage budgets, timelines, and risk effectively.
• Experience working in a remote or distributed team environment.

About Us

We are a Sustainability firm dedicated to unlocking growth opportunities for businesses that drive inclusive and sustainable development. Our focus is on businesses that deliver measurable financial returns alongside social and environmental impact.

Through capital investments, capacity building, and technical assistance, we partner with mission-aligned investors, development partners, and ecosystem enablers to strengthen the sector across Africa

We are seeking a
high-caliber Investment Analyst
to join our team. The ideal candidate is an analytically strong, detail-oriented professional who is passionate about business growth, impact investing, and translating data-driven insights into sound investment decisions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Investor Readiness & Technical Assistance

2. Work directly with businesses to strengthen their investor readiness through financial modeling, governance, and reporting support.

3. Identify operational or capacity gaps and coordinate with partners to deliver technical assistance.
4. Support training, coaching, and workshops that help businesses enhance financial management, strategy, and investment appeal.

2.Deal Sourcing & Pipeline Development

• Identify and screen high-potential businesses aligned with our investment thesis and impact mandate.
• Conduct initial business assets including market potential, growth readiness, financial performance, and impact contribution.
• Develop and maintain a structured deal pipeline, including market mapping and tracking of potential investees.
• Build relationships with accelerators, incubators, and enterprise support organizations to identify investable s.

3.Due Diligence & Valuation

• Conduct comprehensive due diligence covering financial, operational, and impact aspects of potential investments.
• Develop robust financial models, perform sensitivity analyses, and determine valuation estimates.
• Assess risk exposure, management capacity, and business scalability.
• Prepare due diligence reports and investment memos for internal and investor review.

4. Investor Relations & Co-Investment Support

• Support engagement with existing and prospective investors, DFIs, and co-investment partners.
• Prepare investor materials, including pipeline summaries, performance dashboards, and impact reports.
• Manage investor data rooms, respond to due diligence queries, and coordinate co-investment documentation.
• Contribute to fundraising activities by preparing investment decks and portfolio impact case studies.

5. Portfolio Monitoring & Impact Reporting

• Track portfolio company performance, monitor financial KPIs, and assess social and environmental outcomes.
• Compile quarterly and annual performance and impact reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify and support value creation opportunities across the portfolio.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Accounting, or related field. Master's degree or CFA certification is an advantage.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in investment analysis, financing, private equity, venture capital, or impact investing.
• Strong financial modeling, valuation, and investment appraisal skills.
• Solid understanding of the landscape, including challenges around access to finance, capacity building, and scaling.
• Familiarity with blended finance structures, DFIs, and impact measurement frameworks (e.g., IRIS+, SDGs).
• Excellent analytical, presentation, and communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with entrepreneurs, investors, and development partners.
• High integrity, curiosity, and a commitment to sustainable economic growth.

Application:

Send you CV and Cover Letter to by 20th October 2025

• Develop and optimize industrial process designs for energy projects.
• Create and interpret PFDs, P&IDs, and mass/energy balances.
• Conduct process simulations and feasibility studies.
• Evaluate and recommend new process technologies for efficiency improvements.
• Specify process equipment and contribute to HAZOP studies.
• Provide technical support for project execution and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a remote environment.
• Ensure designs comply with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to knowledge sharing.

• Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in process engineering, with a focus on the energy sector.
• Proven expertise in process design, simulation, and optimization.
• Proficiency with process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS).
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and reaction engineering.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects and work independently remotely.
• Experience with safety studies (e.g., HAZOP) is essential.

• Lead the conceptualization and development of architectural designs, focusing on sustainable and environmentally conscious principles.
• Translate client needs and project requirements into innovative and functional design solutions.
• Develop schematic designs, design development documents, and construction documents using BIM software.
• Integrate sustainable design strategies, including passive design, renewable energy systems, and material selection, into all projects.
• Conduct feasibility studies and site analyses.
• Collaborate closely with clients, consultants, and contractors to ensure design intent is maintained throughout the project lifecycle.
• Mentor and guide junior architects and design staff.
• Research and present new materials, technologies, and sustainable building practices.
• Prepare and deliver presentations to clients and stakeholders.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant building codes, regulations, and sustainability standards.
• Manage design timelines and contribute to project budgeting.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture from an accredited institution.
• Professional Architect license or equivalent certification.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in architectural design, with a significant focus on sustainable and green building projects.
• Expertise in BIM software (e.g., Revit, Archicad).
• Proficiency in visualization tools (e.g., SketchUp, V-Ray, Lumion).
• Demonstrated experience with LEED, BREEAM, or other green building rating systems.
• Strong understanding of building science, energy modeling, and sustainable materials.
• Excellent design sensibility, creativity, and attention to detail.
• Proven leadership and project management skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively and independently in a remote, collaborative environment.

• Leading design teams from concept through to detailed design development and construction documentation for complex projects.
• Developing innovative and contextually appropriate architectural solutions with a focus on sustainability and energy efficiency.
• Mentoring and guiding junior architects and designers, fostering a culture of creativity and technical proficiency.
• Collaborating closely with clients, consultants, and stakeholders to understand and realize project visions.
• Ensuring designs comply with building codes, regulations, and sustainability certifications (e.g., LEED, BREEAM).
• Preparing and presenting design proposals, master plans, and presentations to clients and review boards.
• Researching and integrating cutting-edge materials, technologies, and construction methods.
• Overseeing the quality and integrity of the design throughout the project lifecycle.
• Contributing to the firm's thought leadership in sustainable architecture and design innovation.
• Managing design budgets and schedules in coordination with project managers.

Job Purpose

We are seeking an accomplished and commercially astute mid-level to senior associate to join our market- leading Projects, Energy & Infrastructure ("PEI") team. As an associate you will assume day-to-day responsibility for originating, leading, and executing high-value, complex transactions across East and Southern Africa. Working closely with partners, you will supervise and mentor junior lawyers, manage multidisciplinary deal teams, and play a key role in achieving the firm's strategic objective of beingthe pre-eminent regionaladviser on energy and infrastructure mandates.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Transaction Leadership
   : Act as lead associate on complex projectdevelopment, financing, and M&A matters in the power, oil & gas, renewables, transport, water and social-infrastructure sectors. Structure, draft and negotiate key project documents, finance agreements, and security packages, and drive all work streams to successful closing.
2. Client Relationship & Business Development
   : Serves the primary day-to-day contactfor sponsor, lender, government and multilateral clients. Identify new opportunities, prepare pitch materials, contribute to panel tenders, and help deepen existing client relationships in line with the PEI practice plan.
3. Team Management &Mentoring
   : Scope, resource and supervise work undertaken by junior and mid- level associates, trainees and paralegals. Provide hands-on training, feedback and performance evaluations while fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.
4. Cross-Practice Collaboration
   : Coordinate seamlessly with colleagues in other teams within the firm including banking & finance, construction, environmental, tax, competition and disputes to deliver integrated, commercially focused advice.
5. Knowledge & Thought Leadership
   : Lead internal know-how initiatives, develop precedents, present at client seminars and industry conferences, and contribute articles to leading energy and infrastructure publications.
6. Risk, Compliance & Financial Management
   : Ensure all matters comply with the firm's risk management policies, manage matter budgets, monitor WIP, and drive timely billing and collections.
7. Strategic Contribution
   : Work with partners to refine practice strategy, monitor market trends, and contribute to the firm's regional expansion.

Experience and Qualifications

• Educational Background
  : LLB (or equivalent) with a strong academic record; admission to practice in Kenya (or another common-law African jurisdiction).
• Professional Experience
  : 5–8 years post-admission experience, the majority spent advising on major projects and energy/infrastructure development and/or finance transactions in leading local or international firms. Demonstrable track record of leading work streams on multi-jurisdictional mandates.
• Technical Excellence
  : Mastery of project development, limited-recourse financing, concession structures, PPP frameworks and related regulatory regimes.
• Leadership & Interpersonal Skills
  : Proven ability to lead teams, inspire confidence, and build lasting relationships.
• Commercial Acumen & Communication
  : Exceptional drafting, negotiation and analytical skills, coupled with the ability to distil complex issues into clear, actionable advice that advances clients' commercial objectives.
• Business Development Orientation
  : Demonstrated success in client origination, networking within the energy and infrastructure sectors, and contributing to revenue growth.
• Language & Regional Exposure
  : Fluency in English is essential; working knowledge of French or Portuguese and prior experience across multiple African jurisdictions will be an advantage.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit a detailed CV and cover letter, clearly indicating their relevant transactional experience and highlighting leadership roles on recent deals.

"
Bowmans is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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• Developing architectural concepts and designs based on client briefs and project requirements.
• Creating detailed architectural drawings, plans, and specifications using 3D modeling software.
• Researching and integrating sustainable design principles and materials into projects.
• Collaborating with engineers, contractors, and other consultants throughout the design and construction process.
• Preparing presentation materials for clients, including renderings and virtual walkthroughs.
• Ensuring designs comply with building codes, zoning regulations, and accessibility standards.
• Conducting site analysis and feasibility studies.
• Managing project timelines and budgets for design phases.
• Staying abreast of emerging trends and technologies in architecture and sustainable design.
• Mentoring junior designers and contributing to a collaborative design culture.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture.
• Professional license to practice architecture (e.g., ARB, RIBA) is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in architectural design, with a strong portfolio showcasing diverse projects.
• Proficiency in architectural design software such as Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rhino, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Demonstrated experience with sustainable design principles and certifications (e.g., LEED).
• Excellent visualization, drafting, and modeling skills.
• Strong understanding of building codes, construction methods, and materials.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills for remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• A creative mindset and a passion for innovative architectural solutions.