Country Manager at Leap29

Responsibilities

• Propose, develop and implement a South Africa business plan and annual budget to ensure growth of the company’s of based operations and development businesses across all renewable technologies.
• Represent the company, interact and engage with local and national authorities as well as with the local and regional government bodies and NGO’s to support the company’s activities
• Lead the South Africa development process, including interactions with local authorities and securing assistance from internal and external support teams where appropriate
• Provide for the management and daily tasks associated to the company in association with Finance, ASIF, development, senior management, and BL
• Work with the internal and external teams in all the technical, legal and commercial activities necessary for the success of the development projects namely in due diligence, contract negotiations, company representation, permitting procedures, etc.
• Facilitate and contribute to in-country management of internal staff on permanent and temporary placements such as Construction or O&M deployments
• Support the Construction and O&M teams in the Country strategy and target definition,and during the planning and execution of the projects
• Identify and evaluate new potential renewable energy projects and opportunities within the South Africa for solar and wind projects and other related opportunities as they arise
• Gain detailed insight of competitive environment to be used for developing the overall business strategy
• Lead, support and coordinate the teams working for the company in order to facilitate their integration, the achivement of their missions and maintain the high motivation of all employees, with the support of HR Department.
• Prepare and present periodical reports to the Head of European Subsidiaries on the activity of company, in particular on the Development of projects and the IPP management
• Report on all significant issues to the Head of European Subsidiaries and follow his (or her) instructions, as well as BL managers instructions
• Support the integration of the company in the Group, taking into account all the Group’s procedures and BL guidelines, Continuously improve Health and Safety culture, reporting and performance against measurable criteria using where necessary professional advisors to support the responsibilities of BL Leaders

Education And Technical Skills Level
The ideal candidate will have

• A strong knowledge and relevant experience in the renewable energy field in South Africa
• Knowledge on corporate PPA
• Experience of managing full P&L
• Proven track record in the development or management of Renewable Energy (electricity field) projects
• Master’s degree in a technical field and/or business
• Fluent in English

Key Skills

• Understanding of the South Africa electrical sector, energy regulations and regulatory environment
• Leader spirit
• Abundant team spirit and ability to inspire others
• Able to communicate effectively with local stakeholders, colleagues, clients and partners
• Positive
• Negotiation skills, autonomy and initiative
• Able to manage time and tasks efficiently, especially when operating under pressure or deadlines
• Willing to receive and accept feedback, as well as giving constructive criticism to peers
• Strong work ethic, motivation and drive to excel and succeed
• Resourceful and critical thinker, not only pointing out problems but also proposing solutions and ideas