Proven track record as lead developer of large-scale solar PV and/or BESS projects taken to financial close, including project-financed transactions with DFIs and/or commercial lenders.
Hands-on command across development workstreams: PPA, EPC / O&M, technical, grid interconnection, land, permitting, E&S (IFC Performance Standards), tax and regulatory.
Strong commercial and negotiation skills (PPA structuring, EPC / O&M contracting and risk allocation across project agreements).
Sound understanding of project bankability drivers and standards.
Demonstrated management and leadership: building and leading teams, hiring and coaching, and managing consultants and development budgets.
Builder mindset: experience setting up processes, governance and tools in a growing organisation.
Strategic thinking and sound judgment; credible input into senior and investment decisions.
Senior stakeholder management with governments, regulators, utilities, mining / industrial offtakers, lenders and investors.
Entrepreneurial and hands-on; comfortable in dynamic, ambiguous environments.
Excellent written and verbal communication in English; French a strong advantage.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Finance, Business, Law, Renewable Energy or a related field.
10–15 years' experience in energy or infrastructure project development, of which at least 5 years in a lead developer or development management role.
Multiple large-scale (50 MW+) renewable energy projects taken to financial close.
At least 3 years managing teams with direct reports, as well as development budgets and consultant portfolios.
Experience in Sub-Saharan Africa or other emerging markets; DRC or francophone Africa experience an advantage.
Experience with mining / industrial offtakers, hydro, or mini- / metro-grids an advantage.
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