Reference: NFU016337-PAB-1

Are you a seasoned Project Finance professional with strong financial modelling expertise and exposure to renewable energy or infrastructure deals?

This is your chance to step into a high-impact role where you’ll lead complex transactions, shape funding strategies, and play a key role in delivering large-scale energy projects across Africa.

Duties & Responsibilities

Our client is a powerhouse in the energy sector, operating across multiple regions globally with a strong footprint in Africa. With decades of experience, they are at the forefront of developing and financing sustainable infrastructure, particularly in the renewable energy space. Their commitment to innovation, long-term value creation, and a greener future makes them an employer of choice for top-tier talent.

This role sits within a high-performing Acquisitions, Investments, and Financial Advisory team responsible for driving growth through strategic investments and complex project financing.

You will play a pivotal role in evaluating opportunities, structuring deals, and delivering bankable financial solutions across large-scale energy projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead financial modelling, valuation, and analysis for project investments and acquisitions
Drive project finance processes including due diligence, funding strategy, and lender negotiations
Advise on deal structuring, risk allocation, and financial optimisation strategies
Support commercial teams with insights on project economics and viability
Prepare investment cases and present recommendations to senior stakeholders
Support financial close processes and execution of debt and equity transactions
Monitor market trends, funding sources, and competitor activity within the energy sector

Job Experience and Skills Required:

Education: Degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field; professional qualifications (CFA, CA(SA), CIMA, ACCA) advantageous
Experience:
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in project finance, infrastructure finance, or financial advisory
- Proven experience in financial modelling (including debt modelling)
- Exposure to power/renewable energy projects and project financing processes (e.g., REIPPPP or similar programmes) highly advantageous
- Experience working on transactions through to financial close preferred
Skills:
- Advanced Excel modelling capabilities (VBA advantageous)
- Strong analytical, commercial, and problem-solving skills
- Understanding of project finance structures, funding mechanisms, and risk mitigation
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- Ability to perform in a fast-paced, high-performance environment

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Package & Remuneration

R 1 450 000 - R 1 600 000 - Annually

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