Job Description

OverviewWant to join a frontrunner in renewable energy that is actively seeking early entry into new markets globally? Since the establishment in 2007, Scatec has acquired extensive knowledge and experience in developing, building and operating solar, wind and hydro power plants and storage solutions. Driven by our company values and competent global workforce, we aim to deliver competitive and sustainable renewable energy globally; protect our environment and improve quality of life through innovative integration of technology; and create shareholder value. We are present on four continents and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway.Main purpose of position
Currently we are looking for a Project Developer in Cape Town, South Africa to be part of our global team working together towards our vision Improving our future. As our Project Developer, you will be responsible for facilitating the development and structuring of Renewable Energy Projects from early opportunity through the development cycle to financial close. Your ability to lead specified workstreams during the structuring phase of transactions as well as facilitation of complex transaction negotiations, lead external and internal development processes, and to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams is key to success in this role.Main responsibilities

• Negotiate Project Acquisition and manage the acquisition/transaction process
• Support the Process to secure equity and debt finance for projects until financial close
• Negotiate with prospective development partners and assume responsibility for external relationships
• Plan and coordinate internal and external project development activities including securing land rights, obtaining required local permits and approvals, securing interconnection rights from utilities
• Undertake market reviews, analysing regulatory issues and policy supports for utility-scale renewable energy projects and develop development strategies for countries or regions
• Participate in bidding processes to submit bid packages in response to Request for Proposals (RFPs) from utilities and private off-takers

Qualifications and competencies

• Environmental, Legal, Commercial or Technical university level degree
• 2 - 5 years professional experience from Environmental, Project Development, Engineering companies or consulting firms, preferably within Renewable Energy
• Exposure to permitting of projects
• Basic Understanding of Power markets and in particular renewable energy
• Working knowledge and understanding of power purchase agreements, interconnection agreements, and EPC contract terms and conditions is preferable, but not required
• Basic Knowledge of business fundamentals and financial analysis
• Knowledge of Renewable Energy Development Regulatory Framework in South Africa
• Expert level of proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including presentation software and Excel
• Project Acquisition and Project Structuring
• General Project Finance, Tender Management and Legal Competency

Personal characteristicsIt is part of every employees terms of reference to contribute to Scatec's vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are:

• Predictable: demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way
• Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro-activeness, can prioritise and work independently
• Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates and adjust
• Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-do attitude

For the particular role we also expect

• Good communication skills
• Problem solving and critical thinking
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Attention to detail
• A go-getter attitude

We offer
Scatec is an exciting, innovative and ambitious company operating in a growing industry. We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference.Scatec is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law.Applications will be processed on a continuous basis.

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