Job Title: Managing Director
Reference Number: 130-PEO01288
Location: Nigeria
Department: People & Change Nigeria
Job type: Permanent
About PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Nigeria:
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Nigeria – Our client is a private postgraduate university dedicated to fostering academic excellence and professional development across Nigeria and West Africa. The institution seeks a dynamic and visionary leader to steer its growth and sustainability.
Role Summary:
- The (MD) will be responsible for the overall strategic direction, administration, and operational management of the Agency.
- The role requires a dynamic leader with a proven track record in investment promotion, economic development, and public administration to drive the investment and growth priorities of the Agency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement strategic plans and policies to attract investments, provide visionary leadership, and identify key sectors for development.
- Identify, initiate, and market projects, coordinate investment activities, and maintain a pipeline of potential investors through promotional activities.
- Liaise with investors and government bodies, act as the primary contact for investors, negotiate incentives, and build relationships with business communities and financial institutions.
- Oversee daily administration, manage the state’s investment portfolio, ensure compliance with laws, and implement best practices in governance and risk management.
- Prepare annual budgets, maintain proper accounts, manage funds, and optimise financial performance.
- Submit annual reports, provide regular updates on performance, and ensure transparency and accountability.
- Advise the government on policy matters and advocate for policies that promote investment and economic growth.
- Foster a culture of innovation, stay updated on global trends, and implement new technologies to enhance effectiveness.
- Leverage technology to improve investment processes, promote digital tools, and develop strategies for digital and technological investments.
- Identify and promote investments in renewable energy, agritech, fintech, healthcare, biotechnology, and smart cities.
Required Experience and Capabilities:
- A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Law, or a related field. A Master’s degree or professional qualification in a relevant discipline will be an added advantage.
- Minimum of ten (10) years’ cognate experience in project development, investment promotion, economic development, or a related field.
- Experience in investment banking and working in a development finance institution (DFI) will be an added advantage
- Proven track record of leadership and management in a similar role.
- Experience in working with government agencies, international organisations, and private sector investors development finance institutions and investment banks.
Application Closing Date
21st February, 2025.
How to Apply:
Interested and qualified candidates should Click on ‘Apply now’ below.