Director of Originations

Job Description

• Sources and develops new investment opportunities aligned with DCGB’s strategic priorities and investment programs.
• Builds and maintains relationships with developers, sponsors, financial institutions, and other market participants.
• Identifies emerging market trends, policy drivers, and partnership opportunities that support deal flow.
• Represents DCGB at industry events, conferences, and stakeholder meetings.

• Leads financial analysis, underwriting, and due diligence for proposed investments.
• Develops financial models, credit analyses, and risk assessments to evaluate investment opportunities.
• Structures transactions to balance risk, return, and mission impact, in collaboration with legal and finance teams.
• Prepares investment memoranda, term sheets, and recommendations for internal approval processes.
• Coordinates internal review and approval workflows through investment committees or executive leadership.

• Manages the end-to-end transaction process from approval through financial close.
• Coordinates with internal legal, finance, and operations teams and external counsel to finalize transaction documents.
• Oversees closing checklists, conditions precedent, and funding requirements.
• Ensures timely and accurate execution of investment agreements and disbursements.

• Serves as the primary relationship manager for counterparties during the deal process.
• Communicates deal progress, requirements, and timelines clearly to internal and external stakeholders.
• Resolves transaction-related issues and negotiates terms as needed.
• Supports smooth handoff of closed investments to portfolio management or asset management teams.

• Collaborates with portfolio, policy, and operations teams to ensure investments are designed for long-term success.
• Provides input into investment strategy, program design, and capital deployment plans.
• Participates in special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned.
• Contributes to continuous improvement of deal sourcing, underwriting, and execution processes.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Public Policy, or a related field required
• Master’s degree (preferred) in Business Administration, Finance, Public Administration, or a related discipline
• Minimum of 6–9 years of experience in investment banking, project finance, private equity, infrastructure finance, or a related field
• Experience with clean energy, infrastructure, or mission-driven investing strongly preferred
• Extensive financial modeling and underwriting skills
• Extensive experience structuring and executing complex financial transactions
• Knowledge of credit analysis, risk assessment, and deal documentation
• Ability to manage multiple transactions and priorities simultaneously
• Familiarity with clean energy, infrastructure, or public/private finance structures
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel and PowerPoint usage

• Accountability: Owns deal outcomes from origination through closing.
• Communication: Clearly communicates complex deal structures and requirements.
• Analytical Thinking: Evaluates risks and opportunities using sound financial judgment.
• Negotiation: Effectively negotiates terms with counterparties while protecting organizational interests.
• Collaboration: Works seamlessly across internal teams and with external partners.

• Ability to perform computer-based tasks for extended periods of time
• Ability to work a hybrid work schedule, including three days in the Washington, DC office (Tuesday–Thursday) and two days remote (Monday and Friday)
• This role may require periodic local travel for site visits, meetings, and industry events