Job Description
Project Developer - Grids (Nigeria)
Location: Nigeria
Reports to: Managing Director, Grids
Seniority: Mid-level (3-7 years experience)
A leading renewable energy developer is seeking an experienced Project Developer (Grids) to join their team and support the expansion of mini‑grid and metro‑grid projects across Nigeria. This role is ideal for a technically strong, commercially minded professional who enjoys shaping early‑stage infrastructure projects, engaging stakeholders, and driving opportunities from concept to execution readiness.
Role Overview
As a Project Developer, you will be responsible for originating, assessing, and preparing grid‑connected and mini‑grid energy projects. You'll evaluate technical and financial viability, secure regulatory approvals, work with customers and communities, and coordinate internal teams to ensure each project is fully prepared for execution.
This is a strategic role with a high level of visibility and impact across the business development, engineering, and operations functions.
Key Responsibilities
Pipeline Development & Origination
• Identify and prioritize new mini‑grid and metro‑grid opportunities across Nigeria.
• Develop commercial propositions aligned with business strategy.
Feasibility & Financial Analysis
• Conduct technical and financial assessments.
• Build and interpret financial models to support investment decisions.
• Evaluate risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
Customer & Technical Engagement
• Engage directly with clients, communities, and stakeholders.
• Support preliminary system designs, BOMs, and cost estimates.
Regulatory & Stakeholder Management
• Secure permits, licenses, and interconnection agreements.
• Maintain strong relationships with regulators, DisCos, government agencies, and community groups.
Execution Readiness
• Oversee development workstreams including land acquisition, permitting, and interconnection.
• Ensure all requirements are met before handover to the execution team.
Market Insights & Innovation
• Analyze market trends and competitor offerings.
• Recommend improvements to products, services, and commercial models.
Reporting & Process Improvement
• Maintain accurate pipeline dashboards and documentation.
• Improve development processes and support better decision‑making tools.
Key Competencies
• Strong understanding of mini‑grid and metro‑grid systems.
• Financial and commercial acumen, including project modelling.
• Strong project management skills with ability to coordinate multiple workstreams.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Regulatory awareness related to energy projects in Nigeria.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally and thrive in a fast‑moving environment.
• High attention to detail and documentation quality.
Required Qualifications & Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Energy Systems, Business, or related field.
• Postgraduate qualifications (MBA, MSc Energy, Engineering Management) are an advantage.
• 3-7 years' experience in power, energy, utilities, project development, or business development.
• Experience with mini-grid or metro-grid projects is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of Nigerian energy regulations and permitting processes.
• Proven track record engaging DisCos, regulators, communities, and other stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with energy modelling tools (Homer, PVSyst) is beneficial.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Why This Role?
• Opportunity to play a pivotal role in expanding clean energy access across Nigeria.
• Work on impactful infrastructure projects from early stage through to execution readiness.
• Join a mission‑driven environment with significant scope for professional growth
ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Location: Nigeria
Reports to: Managing Director, Grids
Seniority: Mid-level (3-7 years experience)
A leading renewable energy developer is seeking an experienced Project Developer (Grids) to join their team and support the expansion of mini‑grid and metro‑grid projects across Nigeria. This role is ideal for a technically strong, commercially minded professional who enjoys shaping early‑stage infrastructure projects, engaging stakeholders, and driving opportunities from concept to execution readiness.
Role Overview
As a Project Developer, you will be responsible for originating, assessing, and preparing grid‑connected and mini‑grid energy projects. You'll evaluate technical and financial viability, secure regulatory approvals, work with customers and communities, and coordinate internal teams to ensure each project is fully prepared for execution.
This is a strategic role with a high level of visibility and impact across the business development, engineering, and operations functions.
Key Responsibilities
Pipeline Development & Origination
• Identify and prioritize new mini‑grid and metro‑grid opportunities across Nigeria.
• Develop commercial propositions aligned with business strategy.
Feasibility & Financial Analysis
• Conduct technical and financial assessments.
• Build and interpret financial models to support investment decisions.
• Evaluate risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
Customer & Technical Engagement
• Engage directly with clients, communities, and stakeholders.
• Support preliminary system designs, BOMs, and cost estimates.
Regulatory & Stakeholder Management
• Secure permits, licenses, and interconnection agreements.
• Maintain strong relationships with regulators, DisCos, government agencies, and community groups.
Execution Readiness
• Oversee development workstreams including land acquisition, permitting, and interconnection.
• Ensure all requirements are met before handover to the execution team.
Market Insights & Innovation
• Analyze market trends and competitor offerings.
• Recommend improvements to products, services, and commercial models.
Reporting & Process Improvement
• Maintain accurate pipeline dashboards and documentation.
• Improve development processes and support better decision‑making tools.
Key Competencies
• Strong understanding of mini‑grid and metro‑grid systems.
• Financial and commercial acumen, including project modelling.
• Strong project management skills with ability to coordinate multiple workstreams.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Regulatory awareness related to energy projects in Nigeria.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally and thrive in a fast‑moving environment.
• High attention to detail and documentation quality.
Required Qualifications & Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Energy Systems, Business, or related field.
• Postgraduate qualifications (MBA, MSc Energy, Engineering Management) are an advantage.
• 3-7 years' experience in power, energy, utilities, project development, or business development.
• Experience with mini-grid or metro-grid projects is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of Nigerian energy regulations and permitting processes.
• Proven track record engaging DisCos, regulators, communities, and other stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with energy modelling tools (Homer, PVSyst) is beneficial.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Why This Role?
• Opportunity to play a pivotal role in expanding clean energy access across Nigeria.
• Work on impactful infrastructure projects from early stage through to execution readiness.
• Join a mission‑driven environment with significant scope for professional growth
ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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