Investment Associate

Role Title: Investment Associate Contract Type: Permanent Reporting To: Managing Director, Investments Department: Soros Economic Development Fund Location: New York Team Name: Soros Economic Development Fund Team description The Soros Economic Development Fund (SEDF) is the impact investment arm of the Open Society Foundations. SEDF deploys patient, risk-tolerant and catalytic capital to advance OSF’s mission to supporting vibrant, inclusive and sustainable democracies across the globe. Role Purpose: SEDF Investment Associates support the identification, development and diligence of new investment opportunities. They also contribute to the management of SEDF’s active portfolio. SEDF Associates are flexible, driven, and passionate about advancing socio-economic and/or climate impact through the deployment of private capital. Because SEDF works globally and across numerous themes, Associates tend to be generalists. Deeper expertise in one or more region or relevant theme is an advantage but is not required. Key responsibilities: Support the development of investment themes/strategies. Lead relevant landscaping/benchmarking exercises to identify and develop new investment opportunities in line with SEDF’s i…