Posted on Wed 22nd May, 2024 - hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments)
Human Capital Partners (HCP) is a professional services firm specialising in the provision of HR consulting services covering the entire spectrum of the Human Resources value chain. HCP is the successor firm of the erstwhile Executive Selection and Training Services group of KPMG in Nigeria.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Associate Director, International Development Advisory Services
Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time
Project Overview
International Development Advisory Services (IDAS) in Africa focuses on a range of sectors including agribusiness; climate change, renewable energy, and environment; health and human services; youth and entrepreneurship; trade and investment; social development and inclusion; and inclusive and innovative finance.
Purpose of the Position
We are currently looking for an Associate Director to support us in business development and delivery for the World Bank account (the Group), cutting across different sectors in Africa. Based in Abuja, Nigeria, the successful candidate will lead our World Bank key account across West Africa.
He/she will combine business development with delivery and management of engagements.
This role will involve coordination and oversight of our activities targeting the World Bank key sectors or strategic priorities in West Africa.
The role will require travel across West Africa and occasionally to the USA.
Responsibilities
Business development – A lead role in business development strategy design and implementation. Generating new business, building and cultivating strong business relationships, and exhibiting technical and operational leadership to deliver quality, client- centric solutions that target the direct World Bank opportunities or the borrower led opportunities.
Client/project management – Lead/manage multiple projects or programs through the direction of a team of professionals and with the contribution of cross- divisional specialists. This includes support on negotiations, contractual arrangements and delivery of engagements. Develop a portfolio of projects by building and maintaining strategic relationships with senior stakeholders of the Bank or target Governments. Maintain awareness of market trends, competitor activity and products/services.
Risk management – Ensure full compliance with the organization's quality, risk and management requirements.
Any other tasks that will be assigned to you
Requirements
A relevant academic qualification: a Bachelor's Degree in Health, Economics, Finance, Engineering, etc. with a minimum of Second Class Upper. A Postgraduate qualification in a relevant field would be essential.
At least 15 years working experience in the international development sector or working with development finance institutions, preferably in Africa.
Proven experience of managing projects and teams in a development or professional services firm;
At least 10 years of experience/knowledge working with the World Bank or the Group as a subject matter expert.
Demonstrated ability to generate business and deliver work in strategic sectors funded by the World Bank.
Track record of success in writing proposalsand winning engagements.
Established relationships and networks with World Bank and other players in the World Bank strategic sectors.
Well-developed presentation, proposal and report writing, communication and interpersonal skills.
Personal Attributes:
Good communication (written and verbal), numeracy, presentation and analytical skills.
IT proficiency, especially Microsoft Office.
An eye for detail.
Team player with leadership capability.
Excellent coordination and planning skills
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.