Job Description
The Commercial Director will be responsible for planning and implementing high quality, cash generative power supply/distribution and generation businesses on sites.
The Commercial Director work closely with the CEO, the Chief of Staff, the Head of Construction and Delivery, the Chief Electrical Officer and the in-country teams
Responsibilities Specific responsibilities as follows:
Assess feasibility, prepare and implement comprehensive power business plans for each site;
Recruit and manage best-in-class personnel;
Manage regulatory approval processes;
Manage interim supply of power on the ground;
Engage and supervise specialist consultants as required;
Supervise and assist with the initial set up process of other utilities such as water;
Ensure close cooperation with the delivery team during planning and implementation in each country; and
Ensure compliance with Corporate Governance Handbook including the Anti-Corruption and Bribery Policy and the Anti-Money Laundering Policy.
Requirements/Qualifications Hard skills and experience:
Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in commercial day-to-day management of power businesses with at least five years of relevant experience in emerging markets, preferably in Africa;
Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Economics, Development Management, Project Management or related professional discipline;
Effective project management skills;
Excellent budgeting skills;
Excellent reporting skills;
Deal structuring skills;
Excellent knowledge and understanding of legal and financial aspects of power businesses; and
Electrical, mechanical or electro-technical engineering skills will be an advantage.
Soft skills:
Mature, pragmatic and flexible approach, strong commercial judgment;
Team player;
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills;
Good management skills;
Good negotiation skills;
Good attention to detail;
Rigorous and organized approach;
Hands-on, ready to roll up the sleeves; and
Able to work effectively in a multicultural environment.
Personal characteristics:
High energy;
Result-oriented;
Strong work ethic;
Ability to work effectively under pressure; and
Desire to live and work in Africa.
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