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Technical Assistance Manager

Location

Singapore

Company

PIDG TA

Type

Full-Time

About the Private Infrastructure Development Group

At the Private Infrastructure Development Group (PIDG), we get infrastructure finance moving and multiplying – accelerating climate action and sustainable development where most urgently needed. We work with public and private partners to bridge financing gaps, directing capital and expertise into projects that promote climate resilience and sustainable growth. Working throughout the project lifecycle, we reduce financial risk, transform markets, and build local capacity, creating a deep and lasting impact.

We are a group of companies that work together to improve lives throughout south and south-east Asia and Africa. Active since 2002, more than 50% of our investments have been either in countries classified as Least Developed Countries or Fragile and Conflict Affected States. These are the countries where infrastructure gaps are the largest, needs are most urgent and where the population is youngest and growing fastest. These are also the countries that contributed the least to climate change and yet are suffering the worse impacts, in some of the regions with the richest biodiversity left on the planet, which is quickly being depleted.

Building on a pioneering track record of integrating climate and inclusion considerations in infrastructure investment, we launched our 2030 strategy in 2023, which makes action on climate and nature, together with sustainable development through new and improved infrastructure, the central purpose of all we do.

In November 2023, PIDG was appointed to administer the IPEF Catalytic Capital Fund (‘CCF’), a facility which will use various forms of grants and concessional capital aimed at expanding the pipeline of bankable infrastructure projects that align to the Clean Economy Pillar of IPEF in certain IPEF countries. This fund will be initially capitalised with commitments from four donor countries: Australia, Japan, Korea and the US.

 

About the role

The TA Manager with report to the Deputy Head of Technical Assistance and is responsible for supporting PIDG Technical Assistance (PIDG TA) in developing and evaluating opportunities for deployment of PIDG TA funding in South and Southeast Asia. The role will involve working closely with the Deputy Head of TA, the Regional TA Manager, and various teams across PIDG both in Singapore and in London, and with external parties to develop and evaluate a pipeline of opportunities for PIDG TA to deploy its funding.

PIDG TA provides technical assistance grants and concessional capital to impactful infrastructure projects. This funding may be utilised to meet a range of needs associated with the infrastructure project development cycle including the assessment and feasibility of potential investment opportunities and building capacity of public sector counterparties and local investors.

The role will have a focus on supporting infrastructure finance through the deployment the CCF.

 

Role and responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead in business origination activities and screening of new opportunities to develop and manage a strong pipeline of opportunities to deploy PIDG TA funding in the region.
  • Support PIDG’s engagement with IPEF funders and government counterparties; in particular by preparing reports for and liaising with the IPEF donor countries and participation in IPEF meetings.
  • Lead on the preparation of grant application submissions for the deployment of PIDG TA funding, particularly the CCF.
  • Assess the technical and commercial feasibility of potential projects and companies that are seeking funding from PIDG TA (including analysis of key areas such as business model, market, management, operations where applicable) and provide advice on the need for support from PIDG TA and the project or company’s long-term sustainability/feasibility.
  • Evaluate proposals for PIDG TA funding to ensure that the requests support private participation in infrastructure and appropriately balances risk between the transaction parties.
  • Develop and promote the use of innovative technical assistance solutions and concessional capital instruments (such as viability gap funding, concessional equity, concessional debt, etc.) that can efficiently provide blended finance and de-risking solutions.
  • Support the Portfolio Management team with monitoring of active grants, and more generally with regular reporting by PIDG, particularly on IPEF-supported opportunities.
  • Engage in site visits to projects that are utilising PIDG TA funding.

 

Working within PIDG

  • Work with the PIDG Impact, Risk and Health, Safety, Environment and Social (HSES) teams to ensure that any use of PIDG TA funding is aligned with PIDG’s Operating Policies and Procedures (OPPs).
  • Work with the PIDG Legal and Compliance teams to ensure that all due diligence and documentation is appropriately undertaken and detailed.
  • Ensure that all documentation and funding proposals submitted to PIDG’s committees and Board are to a high standard that enables committee and Board members to make informed decisions.
  • Ensure that all the reports submitted to the IPEF donors are completed to a high standard and on a timely basis
  • Ensure compliance by PIDG TA with the PIDG OPPS and PIDG Code of Conduct.
  • Work with the PIDG Finance Team to ensure that drawings of any TA comply with the terms of the donors’ or donor’s Letter of Arrangement/Grant Contract or equivalent.
  • Work with the Head of Investor Relations to coordinate discussions with IPEF donor countries regarding the provision of new funding, including replenishment of the CCF.

 

Other Activities

  • Promote PIDG TA as an integral and effective part of PIDG and help to build the PIDG TA business and create value for PIDG TA within PIDG and externally.
  • Support in implementing the PIDG TA business plan and strategy.
  • Ensure the integrity of all public disclosures by PIDG TA in accordance with PIDG OPPs.

 

Qualifications and education requirements

  • Masters, or equivalent degree with at least 5-8 years of relevant professional experience in development finance, investment/corporate banking, project finance and/or infrastructure project development.

 

Skills and Experience

  • Ideally have demonstrated experience in deploying technical assistance and concessional capital in leading infrastructure projects.
  • Ideally have familiarity with the use of concessional instruments to increase private sector participation in infrastructure is preferred.
  • Proven analytical, financial analysis, equity valuation, and financial modeling skills to analyze and form conclusions on project/company financial information.
  • Capacity to build and manage client relationships/networks. Ability to identify business opportunities, discuss structuring alternatives, and resolve issues.
  • Appreciation and understanding of legal, technical, environmental, social, and other considerations in Infrastructure projects and corporate finance.
  • Strong interpersonal and management skills, and a demonstrated track record of working effectively in interdisciplinary teams in an international environment.
  • Fluency in both oral and written English.
  • Proficiency in Indonesian or Vietnamese is a plus.

 

Competencies

  • Dependability/Responsibility – Willing to take up additional assignments or responsibilities. Willing to be held accountable for assignments (take responsibility for actions, results and mistakes). Considered to be reliable and delivers on tasks as committed; adheres to all applicable policies. Cooperates and communicates effectively with team members/other stakeholders of the business. Promotes and supports an environment where teamwork and group participation are valued. Willing to share information, expertise and resources with others as needed.
  • Initiative, Planning & Perseverance – Exhibits appropriate independence in work by taking prompt and proper action within the limits of authority delegated. Seeks additional tasks and opportunities to add value as time permits. Explores creative solutions, offers constructive suggestions and initiates improved methods of performing job duties. Sets clear and realistic goals and develops effective work plans to achieve the goals. Able to balance and prioritize multiple objectives, maintain focus and commitment to completing tasks despite delays, without losing track of long-term objectives. Demonstrates patience and determination to overcoming obstacles and refining approach until resolution is reached. Utilizes available time and resources efficiently. Anticipates potential problems and creates contingency plans.
  • Communication & Interpersonal Skills – Communicates in an open and consistent manner ensuring relevant stakeholders stay informed on status of assigned work or key organizational issues that might affect them. Able to convey ideas clearly in a variety of settings including one-on-one or team settings and presentations. Communicates effectively in a variety of formats including emails, reports, bids, decision documents. Listens to others and confirms understanding or asks for explanation if necessary. Develops and maintains positive working relationships with peers and supervisors. Shows tact and diplomacy in dealing with others. Works to resolve interpersonal conflicts quickly. Seeks and welcomes feedback on own performance.
  • Judgment & Decision-Making Skills – Analyses and identifies problems and opportunities by dealing with objective facts. Develops and evaluates multiple solutions to resolve a problem. Understands the impact a decision can have on other parts of the organization or on the long-term goals of the company. Forms judgement and decision based on objective agreed upon criteria rather than hidden agenda. Leads by example by creating a fair and professional environment with high standards for self and others. Exhibits cost awareness by meeting budgets, controlling costs and developing economic solutions to problems.

 

Closing date for application: 31/10/24

PIDG is an equal opportunities employer and values the diversity of all its employees, associates, owners, service providers and customers.

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