Catalyst Fund Analyst Internship

About Catalyst Fund

Catalyst Fund is a venture capital firm focused on supporting early‑stage tech entrepreneurs who are building solutions to create a climate‑resilient future in Africa. The fund invests in startups that work in areas such as fintech for climate resilience, sustainable livelihoods, and climate‑smart essential services. Through its programs, Catalyst Fund provides entrepreneurs with capital, mentorship, and access to a wide network of investors and corporate partners.

Established to bridge the gap between innovative solutions and market access, Catalyst Fund is committed to fostering innovation that addresses Africa’s most pressing challenges. The team at Catalyst Fund includes seasoned investors, industry experts, and ecosystem builders who help startups scale their operations and maximize their impact.

The Catalyst Fund is seeking a proactive and analytical Intern to support its investment activities. This position is perfect for someone enthusiastic about startups and Africa’s burgeoning innovation scene. The intern will play a crucial role in conducting in‑depth research on the climate resilience sectors, analyzing business models, and understanding the market dynamics across the African continent. As part of the investment team, the Analyst Intern will be involved in vital processes such as startup screening and competitor scans.

They will contribute by performing commercial and basic financial analysis, assisting with the maintenance of pipeline trackers, and supporting portfolio work whenever necessary. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in venture investing and to contribute to impactful projects in the African startup ecosystem.

• Research climate resilience sectors, business models, and market dynamics across Africa.
• Support dealflow through startup screening, competitor scans, and market research.
• Assist with commercial and financial analysis including unit economics, pricing, and market sizing.
• Help maintain pipeline trackers and internal knowledge resources.
• Support portfolio work as needed, such as partnership research, investor mapping, and KPI tracking.

• Drive:
  Ability to take initiative, execute tasks quickly, and follow through consistently.
• Desire to Learn:
  Actively seek feedback and demonstrate a capacity for rapid improvement.
• Strong Interest in Startups:
  Curiosity about founders, business models, and scaling dynamics in Africa.
• Clear thinking, strong writing skills, attention to detail, and high integrity.

• Gain experience with venture investing and the African startup ecosystem.
• Opportunity to work with a dynamic team focused on innovation and climate resilience.
• Development of valuable skills in market analysis, financial evaluation, and pipeline management.