Team Leader - Climate Finance & Mitigation Project - Nigeria

EWI Recruitment is seeking a Team Leader for a Climate Finance Project in Nigeria, focusing on scaling climate finance for renewable energy, climate-smart agriculture, and urban transportation. The role involves project planning, expert coordination, and policy engagement. Candidates should have a master's degree, 10+ years of relevant experience, and expertise in climate finance. The position is based in Lagos with a mix of 70% on-site and 30% remote work.
Team Leader - Climate Finance & Mitigation Project | Nigeria

Our client is urgently seeking a Team Leader for an ongoing Climate Finance Project in Nigeria.
Project Overview:

The project aims to implement the Transforming Financial Systems for Climate Program in Nigeria, scaling up climate finance to drive private-sector investments in support of the ecological transition. The focus is on financing projects related to:
• Renewable energy and low-carbon energy generation
• Climate-smart agriculture technologies
• Clean urban transportation
• Other climate change mitigation and adaptation initiatives

A Technical Assistance Facility has been established to build capacity in:
• Identifying and developing bankable climate-related projects
• Defining and implementing a climate finance strategy
• Managing environmental and social risks
• Establishing a professional gender equality policy
• Leading marketing and communication activities
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead project planning, budgeting, and reporting to achieve overall objectives
• Mobilize and coordinate key and short-term experts for project implementation
• Organize and facilitate workshops and awareness campaigns
• Engage in policy dialogue with the Ministry of Environment and Nigerian public institutions
• Provide innovative solutions to enhance the project's impact
Candidate Requirements:
• Master's degree in a relevant field
• Minimum 10 years of experience providing technical assistance to financial institutions
• 5+ years of experience as a Team Leader or senior project manager
• Experience in energy or infrastructure projects
• Expertise in financing climate mitigation and adaptation projects
• Experience working with development agencies, preferably in Sub-Saharan Africa
• Ability to coordinate the project on a half-time basis throughout the assignment
Other Details:
• Salary Package: $500 USD per day
• Contract Length: 24 to 36 months
• Location: Lagos, Nigeria (70% on-site, 30% remote)

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a major climate initiative in Nigeria. If you're interested, please send your CV to d.ogunsola@ewi-group.com or apply via the link.

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