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Energy Access Portfolio Lead Job Palladium
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Primary Roles and Responsibilities:
- Lead the strategic growth and direction of the Energy Access Portfolio, developing and executing business development plans in line with Palladium’s vision and growth strategy
- Design and deliver complex energy access projects across Kenya and the region, including rural electrification, mini-grids, solar home systems, productive uses of energy, and cross-sectoral integration (health, agriculture, education, digital inclusion, clean cooking)
- Advise governments, financial institutions, private sector companies, donors, and end users on strategy, policy, regulation, business operations, and access to finance
- Develop and manage multidisciplinary teams, recruiting, mentoring, and retaining talent to deliver outstanding results
- Build and maintain trusted relationships with key stakeholders, including national associations, government agencies, private sector innovators, and donors
- Lead business development efforts, identifying new opportunities, preparing proposals, and managing client relationships
- Ensure technical excellence and quality control across all deliverables, maintaining rigorous standards and driving innovation
- Represent Palladium as a thought leader at industry events, conferences, and in sector working groups
- Monitor market trends and policy developments to inform strategy and identify emerging opportunities
- Foster collaboration with other Palladium practices and global teams, leveraging cross-functional expertise and lessons learned
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Essential Criteria:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field
- 12+ years of progressive experience in energy access, rural electrification, productive uses of energy, and cross-sectoral integration
- Proven track record of leadership and team building, with experience managing diverse, multidisciplinary teams
- Deep understanding of energy access technologies (mini-grids, solar home systems, grid extension), enabling environments, and business models
- Experience in policy and regulation, business acceleration, access to finance, and results-based finance design
- Strong executive presence and ability to build trusted relationships with partners, clients, donors, and investors
- Strong commercial acumen with experience in P&L management, proposal development, and client acquisition
- Existing relationships with key stakeholders in Kenya and the region (government, private sector, donors, associations)
- Multinational experience and ability to navigate diverse cultural and regulatory environments
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