Advisor Investment and Financing

Overview

Job title: Advisor Investment and Financing Grade

Stream: Alternative Energy

Function: Finance

Location: Oman - Muscat

Reporting to: VP Finance

Job purpose:

To evaluate, manage and execute transactions under OQAE including, but not limited to: Lead the financial evaluation and analysis of renewable energy projects and companies for potential investment, acquisition, or financing opportunities. Develop and present comprehensive financial models, valuations, and investment memoranda to support decision-making. Structure and negotiate project financings, including debt and equity financings tailored to renewable energy projects. Identify, analyze, and execute M&A transactions, strategic partnerships, and joint ventures within the renewable energy sector. Conduct market research and industry analysis to inform investment strategies and keep abreast of sector trends and regulatory developments. Build and maintain relationships with project developers, investors, financial institutions, and other stakeholders. Lead, mentor, and develop junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance team environment.

The position will act in accordance with OQ Group's Mission, Vision, Values & Strategies, as well as, policies, guidelines and international standards, supported by an IT Technology platform, HSE standards, Omani government & other legal justifications, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives.

Main tasks and responsibilities

Strategic

• Oversees building and retaining capabilities within Investment and Financing department.
• Contributes to the company's investment strategy and capital allocation.

Investment

• Work closely with the Business Development team in developing investment strategies for new opportunities.
• Lead the financial evaluation and analysis of renewable energy projects for potential investment, acquisition, or financing opportunities and work closely with the Business Development team in identifying and addressing risks pre-emptively.
• Conduct valuation analysis using different methods and provide insights about key drivers and risk elements.
• Lead due diligence processes, conduct proper risk assessment, and ensure proposer risk allocation.
• Negotiate the transaction documents (e.g., SHA, SPA, etc.) and ensure proper execution and risk management.
• Present comprehensive investment proposals to decision makers.
• Develop and present comprehensive financial models, valuations, and investment memoranda to support decision-making.

Financing

• Evaluate investment opportunities and the financing options to develop financing strategies that best serve the investment and corporate objectives.
• Coordinate due diligence processes, conduct proper risk assessment, and ensure proposer risk allocation.
• Prepare banks presentations/IMs and engage with lenders towards achieving financial close.
• Negotiate financing agreements and lead the process towards financial close.
• Build and maintain relationships with banks, ECAs and other sources of debt financing.

Key interactions

Internal: Finance, Business Development, Project Delivery and legal departments

External: Staffing specialized Contractors, Vendors & Suppliers

Notable Working Conditions

Office environment, intensive computer screen use, sporadic visits to operation site, international travel when possible and needed.

Education requirements

Minimum qualification required is a bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Administration or related field; Master or any other qualification is a plus.

Language

Excellent knowledge of written, read, and spoken English (required)

Background and experience

Competencies and skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred.
• 16+ years of experience in investment banking, private equity, or a related financial services role with a focus on renewable energy, infrastructure, or infrastructure-related sectors.
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CFA) are a plus.

Soft skills

• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects with attention to detail and strategic insight.
• Strong leadership skills as well as the ability to communicate across all levels.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Committed, result-oriented, customer-focused.
• Able to build relationships within department staff and contractors with a focus on collaboration.
• Result oriented.

Technical

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Robust knowledge of renewable energy project financing structures, market dynamics, and M&A processes.
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills, with proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and financial software.

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