Senior Project Management, Research & Business Development Officer

Job Description

2. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead opportunity identification, sector intelligence gathering, and pre-feasibility screening for all new TAF Group business ventures across construction, energy, mining, real estate, logistics, and manufacturing sectors.
Manage full feasibility studies including market analysis, technical assessment, financial modelling (10-year projections, IRR, NPV), regulatory mapping, risk assessment, and go/no-go recommendations.
Produce comprehensive business plans with revenue architecture, organisational design, capital structuring, and implementation master schedules for Group CEO and Board approval.
Direct end-to-end project implementation for new entities: legal incorporation, senior recruitment coordination, equipment procurement, facility deployment, and IT systems rollout.
Submit monthly project status reports to the Group DCEO; conduct milestone review meetings; escalate critical issues, scope changes, or budget overruns immediately.
Execute formal operational readiness assessments and handover protocols for each new entity, including handover reports and KPI baseline setting.
Coordinate cross-pillar activities with Corporate Planning, OD & HRM, and the CIO throughout all project phases.
About You
3. PERSON SPECIFICATION

Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Economics, Engineering, Finance, or a closely related field. A Bachelor’s Degree with exceptional experience may be considered.
Professional certifications in project management (PMP, PRINCE2) or business development are a strong advantage.
Experience

Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in project management, business development, or strategic planning — with at least 3 years in a senior or managerial capacity.
Demonstrated track record of managing large-scale project lifecycles from concept to operational handover.
Experience in feasibility studies, financial modelling, and investment case preparation for Board-level approval.
Experience in a construction, mining, power, infrastructure, or engineering firm is a significant added value.