Project Preparation Specialist

Midrand, Johannesburg, South Africa

Job Description


A well-established business is seeking to appoint a Project Preparation SpecialistThe Project Preparation Specialist will be responsible for the preparation of projects accepted into the project preparation pipeline.QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

  • A bachelors degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, or Finance.
  • A minimum of 5 years experience in appraising, negotiating and committing project preparation in support of corporate finance or structured finance transactions in a financial institution.
  • Experience in doing business in South Africa with Municipalities is a requirement.
  • Demonstrated experience and understanding of the water sector as well as the project preparation cycle and requirements to prepare bankable projects
  • Knowledge and understanding of all legislation relevant to the business as well as the water sector (i.e., PFMA, MFMA, PPPFA, NWA, WSA, etc.)
  • Strong knowledge and experience in working with local government planning cycle and processes
  • Knowledge and experience in Public Private Partnerships (PPP)
  • Knowledge and experience in Climate Change
  • Demonstrable track record of working with high level government stakeholders
  • Comprehensive knowledge of the complex regulatory environments of municipalities / metros, state-owned enterprises and other government entities in South Africa
  • Demonstrated sound understanding of limited recourse and balance sheet funding, the process required to prepare projects, and financing documentation required to present projects for investment decision
  • Experience in leading an internal team of sector specialists and analysts to appraise and present transaction to internal committees
  • Experience in appointing and managing a team of external consultants/advisors (technical, environmental, financial and legal) to prepare and present the Project Information Memorandum (PIM) to prospective financiers
  • Experience in analysing sponsors financial statements, understands and reviews financial models
  • Demonstrated understanding of the water sector to identify potential fatal flaws generally associated in this sector in projects presented and key risks to be mitigated
Desirable Requirements
  • A post-graduate qualification in Business, Economics, Engineering or Finance
  • CA, CFA or MBA qualification
  • Development finance expertise would be an advantage
  • Experience in using financial models and project finance / investment banking experience would be advantageous
Please note that if you have not received a response within 14 days of submitting your application that your application was unsuccessful.
However, please keep a lookout on our website, www.sixsense.co.za for available positions which may be inline with your career aspirations.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1334024
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Midrand, Johannesburg, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned