Director, Public Private Patnerships and Privatization at A Reputable Investment Promotion Institution

The Public Private Partnership and Privatisation (PPP&P) department is responsible for the identification, facilitation, implemention and coordination of PPP activities in Kano State. This department is also responsible for enabling private sector investment in state owned infrastructure by sharing risks, designing and driving innovative financing models.

The Director Public Private Partnership and Privatisation heads the department and oversees the overall activities of PPP&Ps in the agency.

Responsibilities

• Act as the lead negotiator for all PPP and privatisation transactions even where they are identified and/or project managed by other Ministries, Departments and Agencies; and
• Monitor the implementation, execution and delivery of PPP projects as contained in agreements between the State Government and respective investors
• Assist the State building capacity for PPP project identification, evaluation, planning, execution and management
• Establish a framework for identifying PPP&P for the Federal Government and its agencies in the investment promotion drive of the State;
• Advise and assist the government in developing and maintaining a comprehensive and reliable database on investment opportunities for effective planning especially in areas where the State has demonstrable comparative and competitive advantages;
• Develop and manage the PPP pipelines in Kano State

Person Specification

Qualifications and Experience

• First degree in Business Administration/ Economics/ Marketing/ Social Sciences, Law or Engineering .
• Postgraduate qualification, such as MBA with specialisation PPPs or Project Management or any related fields
• Twelve (10) years of experience Project Management, Monitoring & Evaluation, PPPs or any related fields

Required Competencies

• Solid experience and demonstrated knowledge of Kano State
• Reliability, resourcefulness and flexibility.
• Effective analytical, research and problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and make judgments and decisions with minimal supervision.
• Fluency and strong communication skills in English, including ability to draft, proofread and edit correspondence.
• Technology and systems knowledge - Exhibits excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and proficiency of technology or/and systems relevant to functional area. Ability to coach less experienced staff on relevant technology and systems.
• Institutional policies, processes, and procedures - Demonstrates relevant functional knowledge and understanding of institutional priorities, policies, operational and administrative procedures, and people. Ability to practically apply and guide others in policy application.
• Lead and innovate - Suggests improvements to solve problems