Head of Development

Leap29 are working closely with a top-tier, industry leading renewable energy company, with a strong presence internationally. They are currently searching for a Head of Business Development to join their team in South Africa.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in a similar role, particularly involved in developing large-scale renewable projects across South Africa, with knowledge of managing bids & negotiating contracts.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise project implementation,
• Coordinate an internal team (project directors and managers, technicians, legal, HSE, societal, permits and local aspects economists, tax specialists),
• Coordinate external consultants,
• Manage the project indicators (timeline, development cost, budget, and project economics),
• Manage and prepare the project,
• Monitor and assess risks,
• Supervise or review the local development,  
• Ensure the appropriate discussions with equity partners teams,
• Integrate HSE dimensions,
• Lead finance teams,
• Build the team,
• Propose new routes to market and develop new business and land opportunities.

Requirements:

• Engineering qualification,
• 15+ years professional experience in similar positions within renewable energies
• Knowledge of the electricity market and South African players
• Experience across technical and financial negotiations
• Strong interpersonal skills, coordination of multi-cultural, cross-functional teams
• Ability to deliver in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and multiple demands.

If this opportunity to work and build your experience in a dynamic and international environment is of interest to you, please apply directly via the link or send your CV to Georgia Sumnall – gsumnall@leap29.com