Job Title: Head of Project Preparation
Organisation: Uganda
Development Bank (UDB)
Development Bank (UDB)
Duty Station: Kampala,
Uganda
Uganda
About US:
Uganda Development
Bank Ltd (UDBL) is the country’s only Development Finance Institution (DFI)
established in 1972. The Bank has recently re-positioned itself as a partner to
the Government of Uganda in delivering the theme of its National Development
Plan.
Bank Ltd (UDBL) is the country’s only Development Finance Institution (DFI)
established in 1972. The Bank has recently re-positioned itself as a partner to
the Government of Uganda in delivering the theme of its National Development
Plan.
Job Summary: The Head of Project Preparation will provide
the whole range of services and implement all such activities that aim to take
prospective project ideas through the respective preparation cycle, right from
identification through concept design to commercial operations – including
feasibility testing, financial & legal structuring and capital-raising. The
jobholder shall be accountable for ensuring a vibrant and effective project
preparation function in the Bank.
the whole range of services and implement all such activities that aim to take
prospective project ideas through the respective preparation cycle, right from
identification through concept design to commercial operations – including
feasibility testing, financial & legal structuring and capital-raising. The
jobholder shall be accountable for ensuring a vibrant and effective project
preparation function in the Bank.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Work in close collaboration with the EXCO, set the strategic
direction for the Bank in terms of pre-financing project feasibility and
preparation. - In partnership with project owners, carry out pre-financing project
feasibility and preparation. This may take the form of: Assistance towards
structuring quality project business plans; Conducting feasibility studies
(technical, financial, cost- benefit analyses, etc.); Project structuring/modeling
(institutional, legal & financial); Frameworks for Legal, regulatory
and policy compliance; Development impact structuring. - Select and provide appropriate Project Preparation Fund team(s) to
undertake project preparation work to support UDB in generating a pipeline
for financing and/or to support priority infrastructure initiatives.
Typical preparation activities (per project identified) would include but
not limited to: Availability and cost of input materials and energy
sources; Comprehensive financial model with sensitivity and scenario
testing; Availability of supporting infrastructure, logistics and communication
links; Comfort with regard to the experience of project participants e.g.
Management, contractors and operators; Adequate institutional arrangements
in place to implement the project effectively; Identification of funding
sources; Needs assessment; Socio-economic studies; Assessment of site
suitability (e.g. environmental conditions, bulk services etc.); Land
availability negotiations and agreements; Participation planning and
preliminary design; Estimates for capital and operational costs and applications
to funders or implementation partners; Identification of project risks and
mitigation measures; Projects are well conceptualized and planned;
Community, municipality, implementation partners; Legal/Regulatory
environment (satisfactory legal diligence); - Ensure systematic and effective Project Preparation.
- Ensure efficient application of resources (cash & staff) to
project preparation. - Provide comprehensive reporting on the Project Preparation function,
expenditure and formalized tracking of outcomes. - Actively contribute to internal and external knowledge sharing
platforms, providing specialist inputs in areas of expertise - Demonstration of thought Leadership and a recognized expert in area
of responsibility - People Management
- Provide direction and management to the direct reports to enable the
execution the strategy and manage their portfolios effectively. - Identify, Attract, retain, and develop top-caliber talent; and
develop/maintain sufficient depth in all critical functions, thereby
minimizing “key-man” risk. - Direct the development of work plans and budgets for direct reports;
monitor and review performance against budget, taking corrective action as
necessary. - Constantly and consistently review the competency and performance of
all team members in the department, address any performance shortfalls
and/or recommend/ implement, in conjunction with HR, appropriate
performance enhancement interventions. - Provide continuous coaching and lead the implementation of each team
member’s individual development plan. - Promote UDB values and culture of high performance in the Unit
- Sign documents on behalf of UDB, in line with the respective
delegated authority/mandate - Approve the unit’s spend and procurements in line with the authority
mandate - Take lead on all project preparation activities/processes
- Participate in the hire, and discipline of direct reports Recommend
(to Board) relevant policy changes - Advise the Board (where necessary), the Managing Director and the
Management on issues relating to project preparation. - Advise Board/Management on any related strategic issues
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The applicant for the Uganda Development Bank (UDB) Head of Project
Preparation career opportunity must hold a good Bachelor’s
degree in a related field of study (e.g. degree in any of the Engineering
disciplines, Finance, Economics, Business, Banking or other related
fields) from a recognised institution; - A related post-graduate qualification (Master’s degree)
- A recognized Management or Leadership Program would be an added
advantage - Experience in project finance modeling is essential;
- At least five years of experience at a management or senior level,
and with exposure/ability to manage a team of diverse professionals. - Development Finance expertise, Project Finance or Investment banking
experience would be an added advantage - Excellent Communication (oral & written) skills, including
strong report and proposal writing abilities - Strong Analytical and problem -solving skills
- Mastery of project financial modeling
- Demonstrated knowledge of national and regional business trends –
sound commercial awareness and business acumen - Ability to manage/work with multidisciplinary teams
- Good interpersonal/relational skills
- Ability to lead and create a motivated and energized team, with a
focus on results based performance. - Proven capabilities in scoping & developing business
opportunities - Excellent project management skills
How to Apply:
All applicants are
strongly encouraged to hand deliver their applications which should include an
up-to-date curriculum vitae, photocopies of academic documents and contact
addresses of three professional references to: The Director Strategy and
Corporate affairs, 1st Floor Wing B, Rwenzori Towers, Plot 6 Nakasero Road,
P.O. Box 7210, Kampala. Uganda.
strongly encouraged to hand deliver their applications which should include an
up-to-date curriculum vitae, photocopies of academic documents and contact
addresses of three professional references to: The Director Strategy and
Corporate affairs, 1st Floor Wing B, Rwenzori Towers, Plot 6 Nakasero Road,
P.O. Box 7210, Kampala. Uganda.
Deadline: 16th November 2018
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