Energy Project Development – Project Director

Job Number	1910486
Business	GE Global Growth & Operations
Business Segment	Global Growth & Operations - Africa
Posted Position Title	Energy Project Development – Project Director
Career Level	Experienced
Function	Business Development
Function Segment	Mergers and Acquisitions
Location(s) Where Opening Is Available	Tanzania, United Republic of
City	Dar-es-Salaam
Relocation Expenses	No
Role Summary/Purpose	GE recently signed an MOU with the Kenyan Government under the Vision 2030.The purpose of the MOU is to jointly develop 1000MW over the next 5 years with the Public and Private sector power developers. The MOU Development team leads implementation by originating, structuring & execution of incremental power generation projects which will drive profitable growth for GE Power & Water portfolio in Kenya. Development will include external partnering initiatives as well as internally focused efforts.
Essential Responsibilities	This Project Director role will target opportunities and expansion projects in the power generation segment including IPPs, Industrial Captive self-generators and other opportunities for Distributed Power applications. He/She will work as part of the project development team, leading or assisting as required depending on the size and complexity for the project, Manage the project and key project contracts with a focus on accelerating development of bankable projects by working with other team members including legal/compliance, debt & equity capital markets. The project director will work with the Project teams; coordinate functional resource support from the Energy Products & Services teams, inclusive of equipment sales and Applications. The position will report to the Project Development Leader and Commercial Growth Leader, Eastern Africa. Specific activities will include: • Identify, screen, select and negotiate new project development opportunities for GE Power & Water. • Identify, screen and structure business deals and opportunities • Promote progress on existing projects, either by supporting the co-developer and/or by undertaking development initiatives as required from time to time. • Protect GE Africa's interest both within and outside contractual arrangements. • Follow-up on project progress & budgets and report to team. • Support sell-up activities on current deals or projects.
Qualifications/Requirements	• University degree, preferably in engineering and/or finance. • MBA or Master's degree in a related field. • Minimum 10 years' experience in similar infrastructure position (Power) with experience of leading development and execution of power projects in emerging markets particularly in IPP type structure. , strong understanding of the key stakeholders, environment including project development agreements, EPC and IPP’s. Agreements, management of consultants and subcontractors, land deals, permitting procedures, project finance structures and financial models. • Dynamic, enthusiastic, self-motivated and pro-active. • Ability to work independently as well as ability to work well with diverse, cross-functional teams. • Demonstrated project management and financial skills in financial modeling, analysis and cost/budgeting. • Strong communication and negotiation skills. • Computer literate (Word / Excel / Power point and MS Project). • Proven ability to influence and drive change through exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated tendency to challenge the status quo and drive constant improvement in process and ability to achieve organizational goals. • Great presentational skills, able to present ideas in a way that produces understanding and impact. • Ability to resolve complex issues within specified area. Ability to develop and execute multiple priorities and approaches to meet objectives. Proven ability to effectively communicate across a distributed workforce.
Desired Characteristics	• Green Belt or Black Belt certification (GE Employees Only). • Fluency in English language • Solid Knowledge of African Power Market / Environment

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