Head of Project Advisory at Infrastructure Bank Plc

The Infrastructure Bank Plc was established in 1992 under decree No. 51 of the 1992 constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The Infrastructure Bank Plc is Nigeria's dedicated infrastructure bank providing financial solutions to support key long term infrastructure projects, including transportation infrastructure, municipal common services, mass housing and district development, solid waste management and water provision, and power and renewable energy projects.

The Infrastructure Bank Plc has a unique ownership structure. It is majority owned by the private sector but also has the Federal Government, State Governments and Local Governments as well as the Nigeria Labour Congress as shareholders. The Bank is thus a government sponsored but private sector led development finance institution.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Project Advisory

Location: Abuja
Job type: Full time

Job Description

• The Head, Project Advisory will be responsible for leading and managing TIB’s transaction advisory function, ensuring the development, structuring, and execution of bankable infrastructure projects.
• The role will provide strategic guidance and assurance to the Executive Leadership and Board on project viability, risk management, ESG compliance, and alignment with the Bank’s mandate for sustainable economic development.
• The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in project finance, infrastructure advisory, and PPP transactions within the banking, DFI, or advisory sectors.
• Project Finance & Transaction Structuring
• Strategic Leadership & Decision Making
• ESG & Sustainable Infrastructure Expertise
• Stakeholder Engagement & Negotiation.

Job Responsibilities

• Capital Markets & Financial Innovation
• Lead the Project Advisory team to identify, develop, and execute bankable infrastructure projects.
• Oversee project preparation, feasibility studies, structuring, and financial modeling.
• Ensure ESG, climate resilience, and regulatory compliance are embedded in all projects.
• Structure and negotiate PPPs, private-sector investments, and blended finance solutions.
• Supervise legal and commercial documentation, including term sheets, concession agreements, and loan documents.
• Drive business development and origination of new infrastructure advisory mandates.
• Mentor staff and promote knowledge-sharing, training, and thought leadership initiatives.

Qualification and Experience

• Advanced Degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Law, Engineering, or related fields.
• Professional certifications such as CFA, ACCA, ACA, PMP, PRINCE2, FRM, or equivalent.
• Specialized project finance or PPP training (e.g., Euromoney, APMG PPP Certification) is a strong advantage.
• 12–15 years of relevant experience, with at least 7 years in a leadership role within a DFI, MDB, investment bank, or global advisory firm.
• Proven success in structuring, negotiating, and closing complex infrastructure transactions.
• Solid understanding of PPP frameworks, risk allocation, and infrastructure project governance.
• Demonstrated experience working with governments, DFIs, investors, and development partners across Africa.

Application Closing Date
24th February, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitment@tibplc.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.