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• Develop
  a comprehensive business development strategy that is aligned to the
  company’s Vision and Strategic Direction.
• Works
  closely with other Division Heads to develop a comprehensive company
  strategic plan and implementation of the subsequent operational plans.
• Steer
  and provide thought leadership in the development and implementation of
  new business development strategies, policies, and procedures to achieve
  UEGCL’s strategic objectives.
• Develop
  a policy guideline/framework for new business acquisitions and
  opportunities.
• Steer
  the development of new business opportunities and concepts, ensuring that
  business proposals for the new ideas are developed, approved and executed.
• Explore
  opportunities offered by partnering with other public and private
  organizations that could enhance the company’s business prospects.
• Market
  the new ideas to potential investors and key stakeholders in the
  appropriate forums.
• Technically
  support the overall process of management and corporate decision-making to
  ensure the company maximizes its short, medium, and long-term
  profitability and shareholder returns.
• Manage
  capital planning and ensure that the supply and demand outlook is
  constantly updated, that planned capacity meets forecasted demand
  requirements and that alternative capital projects options are evaluated
  to mitigate against either delays or non-feasibility of main projects.
• Ensure
  that potential capital projects are effectively screened, prioritized and
  fall within the National Development Plan (NDP) for electricity
  generation.
• Significantly
  contribute to the development of the NDP for electricity generation in
  collaboration with the National Planning Authority (NPA), ERA, MEMD, and
  other stakeholders.
• Manage
  the implementation of Public Private Partnerships by identifying and
  negotiating new business partnerships for Business Development.
• Responsible
  for the Implementation of New Business Initiatives in line with the
  corporate strategy which includes developing a policy and agenda for
  research and development and providing consultancy services to external
  parties through establishment of a Professional Services Unit (PSU).
• Coordinate
  with the Human Resources Division to identify, develop, deploy and retain
  talented staff within the division including completing performance
  appraisals, personal development and succession plans effectively and on
  time in accordance with the established performance management system.
• Prepare
  briefs for the Top Management meeting and prepare Board papers on new
  business initiatives.
• Build
  strong relationships with financiers and gain buy-in on the feasibility
  and justification of new projects.
• Lead
  the interdepartmental collaborative effort to secure the financing and
  drive the process.
• Ensure
  that the UEGCL as a key stakeholder actively participates in the
  formulation and implementation of Government Policies, Planning and
  Budgeting processes.
• Ensure
  preparation and effective implementation of short, medium and long term
  strategic investment plans and project proposals for UEGCL.
• Conduct
  Financial and Economic modeling to establish the viability of investment
  projects and their impact on the financial sustainability of the Company.
• Prepare
  Bankable projects for purposes of sourcing of Finance from different
  Funding agencies.
• Identify
  and secure investment finance in line with the overall Company Strategy.
• Ensure
  effective development and implementation of quality assurance and quality
  systems to enhance satisfaction of company customers and stakeholders.
• Ensure
  that risk management is integrated and implemented in all UEGCL business
  processes.
• Develop
  a plan for UEGCL listing on the Uganda Securities Exchange to enhance the
  company’s ability to raise capital funds for projects and investor and
  public confidence.
• Manage
  the preparation and implementation of Division budgets, plans and
  performance reports to support the company strategic objectives.
• Perform
  any other tasks that may be assigned from time to time.

• The
  incumbent should possess a graduate Degree and Postgraduate qualification
  in Engineering, Business Management, Economics, Statistics or related
  discipline. Possession of a Post-graduate education in project management
  field is an added advantage
• Affiliation
  to the relevant professional bodies will be an added advantage
• At
  least ten (10) years’ of post qualification experience in a vibrant
  organization at senior management level in Business Development
• Strategic
  and Financial planning, of which at least 5 should be in a Utility or
  Government Agency
• Demonstrated
  leadership and negotiation skills
• Possess
  excellent planning and organizational skills with demonstrated ability to
  execute projects on time and on budget.
• Excellent
  analytical and problem solving skills
• Strategic
  planning skills
• Excellent
  communication, facilitation and presentation skills.
• Thorough
  understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, and standards
• Proven
  ability to establish and maintain effective business relationships and
  partnerships with key stakeholders.
• Excellent
  interpersonal skills and high level of integrity
• Sound
  decision making and judgment skills
• Excellent
  relationship management skills
• High
  business acumen and commercial skills
• Keen
  attention to detail and quality orientation skills
• Self-drive,
  resilience and strong attention to detail and highly organized

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