Project Development Director

Your role is a critical component of business in Vietnam and reports directly to the VP of Development, Asia. Responsibilities include:

Manage all aspects of project development from conception until construction, including but not limited to the following:

- Collaborate with MOIT, ERAV, provincial PCs, DOITs, national & local EVN, and other government and utility units to gather and analyze market information.

- Develop and execute a strategy to originate and successfully develop projects that meet the company profitability targets.

- Source, evaluate, analyze, and secure land for renewable energy and energy storage projects in collaboration with management, internal staff, and external consultants.

- Collaborate with electric utilities to determine suitable grid connection areas, and manage all related documentation and correspondence.

- Manage all aspects of project permitting including relationships with national, provincial, and local government entities; industry groups; and local stakeholders.

- Collaborate with permitting, technical, legal, and financial resources that support the project development process, and transfer knowledge where applicable.

- Manage lean team of land sourcing and project development professionals.

- Originate, negotiate, and execute off-take agreements with large purchasers of electricity.

- Compile, maintain, and update reports as required by management.

- Other development and organizational activities as may be required by the Company.

Experience:

- 10+ years experience in renewable energy, energy storage, electric power, and/or real estate industries, with 5+ years working in rural areas

- Strong track record of working cooperatively with provincial and local governments

- Strong background working with internal and external stakeholders

- Multinational company experience a plus

Qualifications:

- Strong understanding of provincial and local permitting regulations and requirements

- Deep knowledge of the Vietnam renewable energy market

- Ability to work independently and creatively solve problems

- High level of professionalism with attention to detail

- Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills

- Superior time management and interpersonal skills

- Fluency in MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint

- Native or near-native proficiency in Vietnamese required.

- Professional working proficiency in English required.

- Educational Background: Minimum BA/BS degree required