Private-Public Partnership/Project Finance Manager at Adexen Recruitment Agency

Adexen HR and Recruitment Services is looking to recruit a Private-Public Partnership/Project Finance Manager for one of its clients.

Our client is an infrastructural development company with institutional and private investors. The company offers a broad spectrum of solutions and expertise to infrastructural development in Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Private-Public Partnership/Project Finance Manager

Job reference n°: 774
Industry: Construction & Real Estate
Location: Nigeria
Function: Financial

Job Description

• The Manager, Private-Public Partnership/Project Finance role will be responsible for origination, structuring, execution, management, monitoring and reporting on company's portfolio of liabilities.
• They will act as the liaison with investors (public and private) and stakeholders through the portfolio development and management process and at all times managing all risks associated with the portfolio including but not limited to: financial, operational, technical, legal, environmental, political and socio-economic.

Responsibilities
Reporting to the CEO, the responsibilities of this role includes but not limited to the following:

Project Development:

• Creates and manages pipeline of PPP project and opportunities
• Manages and builds solid relationship with the government, infrastructure developers, third party equity holders, and lenders - understand their investment needs and goals and match that to company.
• Undertakes PPP project development activities with the support of a very professional team environment consisting analysts under supervision; technical, construction, legal and operation inputs from other divisions in company; and services outsourced to project development advisors.
• Reaches agreement (sign MOU) with selected investment partners; screens and analyses potential financing deals by analysing market strategies, deal requirements, growth potential, and financial returns; and recommending them to suitable partners.
• Ensures the project remains focused on key objectives and goals and complies with established methodologies.
• Develops and manages project expectations ensuring all applicable functional areas are engaged on the project;
• Builds relationship with government to solicit projects and promote financing solutions.

Investor Management (PPP):

• Ensures the effective and efficient management of PPP Projects by supporting origination, structuring, closing and management of projects.
• Works in close collaboration with other project teams for effective achievement of results and resolving complex project-related issues.
• Assumes full responsibility for and manage effectively and efficiently all
• Public-Private Partnership project activities and resources in order to meet expected results.

Project Budget Preparation:

• Determines, monitors, and reviews all project economics, including costs, operational budgets, staffing requirements, resources, and risk in conjunction with the operations team.
• Works with Marketing Manager to develop appropriate sales tools, marketing programs, and preparation for various events to promote PPP and Project Finance expertise and opportunities.

Requirements
Education/Professional Qualification:

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Economics, Finance or any Business related disciplines from a reputable Institution
• Post-graduate degree(s) such as MBA and relevant professional qualification as an added advantage.
• Other Bachelor’s Degrees or equivalent are acceptable with a relevant post-graduate degree or professional qualification.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in infrastructure project development, infrastructure investing, investment management, and portfolio management.
• Demonstrable experience / track record as an equity investor or developer.
• Specific PPP / Project Finance deal experience in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Functional/Technical:

• Structuring and executing PPP deals (from project inception to operation).
• Preparing PPP bids.
• Project management.
• Strong people management and interpersonal skills.
• Communication and presentation skills.

Behavioural:

• Positive attitude and energy.
• Can work under pressure.
• Proactive.
• Integrity.
• Detail-oriented.
• Self-starter.

Remuneration
An expatriate package

Application Closing Date
Not Stated.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online