Regional PPP Manager – Africa (North, West & Central)

About the role

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) is seeking a Regional PPP Manager to lead its public‑private partnership advisory business across North, West and Central Africa. Based in Cairo, Dakar, Abidjan or Rabat, you will head a dispersed team, drive business growth and manage relationships with governments, clients and key stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement regional PPP transaction advisory strategies in coordination with Division Directors and Country Managers.
• Originate, execute and manage a pipeline of PPP mandates across infrastructure and public‑service sectors, prioritising fragile countries and high‑impact projects.
• Provide oversight and support to IFC’s Corporate Finance Services (CFS) business in the region.
• Lead a regionally dispersed team, ensuring high‑quality delivery and alignment with the World Bank Group private‑capital mobilisation agenda.
• Engage with governments and private‑sector partners to identify regulatory bottlenecks and propose policy reforms.

Required profile

• Extensive experience in PPP advisory, infrastructure finance or related public‑sector advisory work.
• Proven track record of managing complex, multi‑country projects and leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong understanding of the regulatory and investment environment in African markets.
• Fluent in English and French.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape PPP advisory across a strategic African region.
• Access to IFC’s global network and resources.
• Competitive remuneration and benefits aligned with a four‑year term contract.