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Team Leader / PPP Specialist (Uganda)
GPTech is a global energy and infrastructure consulting firm passionate about engineering and energizing a future for all. We are a close-knit team of highly qualified technical and development professionals dedicated to making a lasting impact for realizing a sustainable future.
Working at the intersection of energy, infrastructure, and development, GPTech provides solutions to government agencies, quasi-government organizations, multilateral financial institutions, and utilities with sizable investments in energy and infrastructure. Providing comprehensive services from project inception to completion and post-completion, we deliver solutions to help clients save money, enhance operations, protect the environment, and achieve lasting impacts. We are a trusted partner for delivering solutions through ongoing engagement and continuous improvement.
With humble beginnings as a startup between two college friends, today, after 15 years in business, GPTech has successfully supported more than 100 projects for over 30 clients and 75 countries. We continue to lead the world in employing innovative energy and engineering solutions to manage Earth’s resources and to meet society’s needs. GPTech is a mission-driven technical consulting company that specializes in energy, infrastructure, and development. GPTech’s work is guided by its core mission, vision, and value. Visit greenpwrd.com for more information.
About the Position:
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Thank you for applying and for your interest in GP Tech. Only qualified candidates selected for further screening will be contacted. Candidates will be evaluated continuously. All are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as employment may be contingent upon a successful background check, security clearance, and/or customer approval.
The physical demands and work environment that are described in this position description are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
This position description is a summary of the essential functions and requirements of this position. This document is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties and requirements of the position; at any time, the employee’s manager may assign other duties as related, or as otherwise deemed appropriate and necessary, within the general scope of the role, without the need for additional compensation.
GP Tech obeys all laws prohibits the discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, parental status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Working at the intersection of energy, infrastructure, and development, GPTech provides solutions to government agencies, quasi-government organizations, multilateral financial institutions, and utilities with sizable investments in energy and infrastructure. Providing comprehensive services from project inception to completion and post-completion, we deliver solutions to help clients save money, enhance operations, protect the environment, and achieve lasting impacts. We are a trusted partner for delivering solutions through ongoing engagement and continuous improvement.
With humble beginnings as a startup between two college friends, today, after 15 years in business, GPTech has successfully supported more than 100 projects for over 30 clients and 75 countries. We continue to lead the world in employing innovative energy and engineering solutions to manage Earth’s resources and to meet society’s needs. GPTech is a mission-driven technical consulting company that specializes in energy, infrastructure, and development. GPTech’s work is guided by its core mission, vision, and value. Visit greenpwrd.com for more information.
About the Position:
GPTech is seeking a Team Leader / PPP Specialist for an Expression of Interest supporting the Kampala–Jinja Expressway Public Private Partnership (PPP) Project in Uganda. The position will support the Ministry of Works and Transport (MoWT) through an embedded PPP Project Implementation Unit (PIU) and will provide leadership and oversight for the preparation, procurement, and implementation of the Kampala–Jinja Expressway PPP and subsequent expressway PPP projects.
The Team Leader / PPP Specialist will be based full time in Kampala, Uganda, and will work closely with MoWT leadership, transaction advisors, independent engineers, financiers, and other stakeholders to ensure effective public-sector oversight, risk management, and institutional capacity building for the PPP program. He/she will lead the PIU team implementing the PPP program and will coordinate closely with MoWT technical and managerial staff.
The Team Leader / PPP Specialist will be based full time in Kampala, Uganda, and will work closely with MoWT leadership, transaction advisors, independent engineers, financiers, and other stakeholders to ensure effective public-sector oversight, risk management, and institutional capacity building for the PPP program. He/she will lead the PIU team implementing the PPP program and will coordinate closely with MoWT technical and managerial staff.
Responsibilities:
- Leading and coordinating the day-to-day activities of the PPP Project Implementation Unit, including planning, scheduling, reporting, and supervision of PIU staff
- Overseeing the preparation, procurement, negotiation, and execution of the Kampala–Jinja Expressway PPP, including management of the PPP tender process
- Reviewing and supervising deliverables prepared by the Transaction Advisor and Independent Engineer
- Providing senior technical input on PPP structuring, contract development, negotiations, project finance, and value-for-money analysis
- Coordinating stakeholder engagement with public agencies, regulators, financiers, and private sector partners
- Monitoring compliance of the Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) with contractual obligations and performance specifications during construction and operation
- Supporting the development of PPP contract management guidelines, standard operating procedures, and management information systems that can be applied to future PPP projects
- Preparing progress reports, briefings, and presentations for MoWT leadership and other oversight bodies
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Transport Economics/Planning, Finance, or a related technical field; Master’s degree and PPP certification preferred
- Minimum of 15 years of experience in road infrastructure development, including toll road and PPP projects, with experience in Africa
- Demonstrated experience on at least five (5) comparable large and complex PPP projects
- Strong expertise in PPP procurement, negotiations, contract management, and project finance
- Proven experience working with both public and private sector stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to prepare high-quality reports and communicate effectively with senior decision-makers
Thank you for applying and for your interest in GP Tech. Only qualified candidates selected for further screening will be contacted. Candidates will be evaluated continuously. All are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as employment may be contingent upon a successful background check, security clearance, and/or customer approval.
The physical demands and work environment that are described in this position description are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
This position description is a summary of the essential functions and requirements of this position. This document is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties and requirements of the position; at any time, the employee’s manager may assign other duties as related, or as otherwise deemed appropriate and necessary, within the general scope of the role, without the need for additional compensation.
GP Tech obeys all laws prohibits the discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, parental status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This is a consultant position