Associate Director - Investment Development
$71,481–$82,059 year
HybridLondon, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Structure blended and private/commercial finance solutions for water and water-related investments across textiles wet-processing, garment clusters, and emerging markets. Lead advisory services for mini- and mega PPP/concession investments in water supply and sanitation in Nigeria. Originate opportunities for private investment in water supply and sanitation, mobilize public and private finance for climate resilience interventions, and scale innovative financing instruments including outcome-based bonds and vendor financing. Work closely with consortium partners in the FCDO-funded Just Transitions for Water Security programme and the World Bank Group's Water Forward initiative. This role reports to the Senior Director, Programmes & Investment Development. The position offers a 2-year fixed-term contract with potential renewal, full-time 35-hour hours, and a salary of £71,481–£82,059.
Required Qualifications
- A graduate degree in economics, business administration, finance, engineering or a related field — or a first degree in one of these fields combined with specialised experience in project development or within a financial institution
- At least 10 years' professional experience, including substantial transactional experience gained with a developer, within a financial institution, or in transaction advisory
- At least five years' experience in the financing of private sector infrastructure (project finance, PPPs) and/or the financing of corporate water stewardship investments
- Ability to investigate complex problems and propose innovative financing solutions, adapting structures thoughtfully to a wide range of country contexts
- Experience leading teams and managing consultants, developing collaborative relationships and mentoring others with a high degree of cultural sensitivity
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with strong presentation skills across audiences ranging from funders to in-country partners
- A self-starter who manages projects and deliverables to a high standard, working to deadlines and under frequently changing circumstances
- All UK-based roles require a basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in blended finance, particularly successfully financed transactions incorporating viability gap financing or other concessional or grant components
- Experience in climate finance, especially developing successfully funded proposals to the Green Climate Fund or other grant-making climate financiers
- A recognised investment, finance or PPP qualification — for example CFA, FRM, CAIA, ACCA, ICAEW, CPA or CP3P
- Experience in the water and sanitation sector, and/or foreign language skills relevant to RWA's current portfolio and target expansion markets
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