Chief Executive Officer (CEO) – PhilippinesWork Location: Manila, Philippines
Report To: Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
The CEO will be responsible for leading the development and operations of a 20GW project portfolio in the Philippines, ensuring financial efficiency, transparent governance, and alignment with sustainability goals. This role requires a visionary leader with strong business acumen, deep knowledge of renewable energy and LNG projects, and proven ability to engage stakeholders at the highest levels
Key Responsibilities
1. Strategy & Direction:
- Define and implement long-term vision and business growth strategies for renewable energy and LNG projects, in alignment with the Group’s approved budget.
2. Project Development:
- Identify and pursue new opportunities.
- Drive the active development and execution of renewable energy projects.
3. Finance & Operations:
- Manage budgets and approve capital expenditures in line with the Group’s approved budget.
- Oversee asset operations and ensure sustainable shareholder value growth
4. Governance & Compliance:
- Ensure strict compliance with legal, ESG, and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain transparent governance and effective risk management practices
5. Organizational Leadership:
- Lead and inspire the senior management team.
- Build a high-performance culture and succession planning framework
6. Representation & Partnerships:
- Act as the primary spokesperson of the company.
- Maintain strong relationships with shareholders, government authorities, media, and the community.
Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or related field is required.
- Experience:
- 15–20 years of progressive leadership experience in the energy sector (renewable energy, LNG, power generation).
- Proven track record of developing and delivering large-scale power projects.
- Strong background in strategic planning, P&L management, corporate governance, and stakeholder engagement.
- Previous experience as CEO, Country Director, …in multinational or large-scale corporations is highly desirable.
- Skills & Competencies:
- Exceptional leadership and people management skills, with ability to inspire and align senior executives.
- Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, capital allocation, and investment oversight.
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills with government agencies, investors, partners, and media.
- Deep understanding of ESG principles, compliance frameworks, and risk management.
- Ability to operate effectively in a multi-cultural environment and manage diverse stakeholders.
- Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
- Achieve development goals of 20GW by Q4 2026.
- Secure and expand power offtake agreements (wholesale and retail).
- Deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
- Expand portfolio and establish strategic partnerships/contracts.
- Ensure ESG compliance and maintain high operational performance.
- Retain and develop key talent across the organization.
If this role sparks your interest, feel free to reach out to Kevin Chong (k.chong@jondavidsongroup.com ) for more details.