Project Development Manager – Commercial

VAC-2026-0003: PROJECT DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

• COMMERCIAL Application Closing Date : March 9, 2026 Kitwe, Permanent, CEC 5 This role is responsible for the commercial evaluation and development of CEC projects, managing the commercial lifecycle from opportunity assessment to investment readiness and signed agreements. The role facilitates deal sourcing and opportunity evaluation in line with CEC’s strategic objectives, ensures projects are financially and economically viable and strategically aligned, coordinates inputs from Technical, Legal, and other specialist teams, and provides commercial and economic analysis to support investment cases and presentations to CEC approval committees. The position will report to the Head
• Project Development. [wp_code title="Fluid Ad"] Key Accountabilities Co-manage the full project development lifecycle from sourcing, evaluation, drafting of business cases, securing management and regulatory approvals and closing in line with CEC’s strategic objectives. Sourcing Function Developing Project Sourcing Strategies that align with overall company goals, such as cost reduction, quality improvement, or sustainability initiatives. Proactively scan the market to identify potential projects that fit within CEC’s strategic vision. Evaluation Function Review project proposals for commercial fit to CEC’s strategic intent. Monitor market trends, regulatory changes, and competitor activity to provide insights that support commercial strategy and project performance. Identification of potential project risks (permitting, environmental, commercial) and provide input on mitigation strategies. Develop financial models, cost-benefit analyses, valuations, and risk-return evaluations to ensure project profitability and investment soundness. Approval Function Take the lead in coordinating the process of securing all key project licenses, permits and other applicable approvals. Provide commercial and economic inputs to support project recommendations, including financial viability, strategic alignment, and risk assessment, for management consideration. Support the preparation of project Investment Papers by providing financial, economic, and strategic inputs to inform Project Steering Committee and CEC Board decisions. Closeout Function Provide commercial and financial inputs to support the drafting, negotiation, and closing of key project agreements, reviewing payment structures, revenue streams, and financial obligations to ensure alignment with project financial models and strategic objectives. Facilitate the negotiation of financing agreements and management of Conditions Precedent leading to financial close. Support the preparation of project handover paper to the appointed project manager for onward implementation. [wp_code title="Fluid Ad"] To be successful in this role, you will be required to have: Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Accounts or a Business related discipline. Relevant qualifications in Technical Studies, Project