Project Development Manager at Husk Power Systems Nigeria Limited

Husk is one of the world’s leading rural energy providers. We provide low-cost and reliable power to rural households and businesses, entirely from renewable energy sources. Powering economic possibilities in every village is at the heart of everything we do.

We design, build and operate the lowest cost hybrid (solar and biomass) power plant and distribution network in India and Africa. To date, Husk has provided electricity to over 15,000 homes and business, reducing 95,000 tonnes of CO2. Our aim is to provide 30MW of power to 225,000 customers by 2025, and save 350,000 tonnes of CO2 each year.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Project Development Manager

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Division / Function:  Corporate
Job type: Full-time
Reports to: Country Director

Job Summary

• Husk is seeking a Project Development Manager to work with its team in Nigeria with overall responsibility in the development of interconnected mini-grids and C&I power projects, overseeing the full project cycle from site identification, evaluation, and permitting to land acquisition, environmental and social impact assessments (ESIA), and commercial structuring. 
• This role requires a balance of technical expertise, regulatory knowledge, and commercial acumen to deliver bankable and scalable projects.
• This position provides the opportunity to join a growing team that is changing the face of rural electrification in Nigeria and Asia. 
• The ideal candidate should have a positive attitude, be a team player, believe in Husk’s values, have an inherent curiosity to find creative solutions for problem-solving and have an appetite for growth.
• The ideal candidate will have 7-10 years of experience in energy project development, preferably in large scale MW RE projects. He/she will coordinate cross-functional teams, engage with regulatory authorities, and ensure compliance with all permitting and legal requirements.

Key Responsibilities
Project Development & Site Preparation:

• Own and drive the end-to-end development process for interconnected mini-grids and C&I projects.
• Conduct site identification, feasibility studies, and technical due diligence.
• Lead land acquisition processes, including negotiations with landowners and securing legal titles.
• Oversee Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIA), ensuring compliance with national and international standards.
• Secure permits and/or approvals from relevant authorities, including NERC, TCN, DISCOs, and local governments.
• Develop and manage project timelines, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

Stakeholder Engagement & Regulatory Compliance:

• Support internal teams in engaging with regulators, utilities, and government agencies to navigate licensing and compliance processes.
• Build and maintain relationships with distribution companies (DisCos) for Interconnected minigrid approvals.
• Coordinate community engagement initiatives to ensure project acceptance and smooth execution.
• Stay updated on policy developments, market trends, and regulatory changes impacting the sector.

Commercial & Financial Structuring:

• Support business development teams in structuring commercial agreements, including Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) and Connection Agreements.
• Support relevant teams with inputs to develop financial models and business cases to assess project viability and bankability.

Project Execution & Coordination:

• Work closely with relevant internal teams to ensure project readiness.
• Manage risks associated with site development, permitting, and community relations.
• Monitor project progress and troubleshoot any bottlenecks during the pre-construction phase.
• Ensure documentation and reporting compliance for internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications
General Skills & Attributes:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Sciences, Business, or related field. An advanced degree (MBA, MSc) is an added advantage.
• 7-10 years of experience in project management and either renewable energy project development, minigrids, or C&I power projects at MW scale.
• Strong understanding of Nigeria’s electricity sector, including regulations, permitting, and licensing for interconnected minigrids and distributed generation projects.
• Proven track record of leading land acquisition, ESIA, and permitting processes.
• Experience working with distribution companies, government agencies, and community stakeholders.
• Commercial acumen with experience structuring and negotiating power agreements, a plus
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, with strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Willingness to travel frequently to project sites across Nigeria.

Benefits

• Salary: Negotiable based on experience. 
• Husk offers flexible working conditions with employee benefits that are in line with global best practices. 
• These include clear career growth planning, transparent annual review processes that are gender inclusive, maternity, and paternity leave, gender-inclusive workplace conditions, family health insurance, and frequent training to assist the employees to grow in and to the next roles. 
• Husk does not believe in micromanagement and encourages its employees to have a healthy work-life balance hence giving them the freedom to manage their workload to be compatible with their life.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.