Enterprise Level Business Director - Boost Technical Assistance Facility Phase II

About Palladium

Operating in over 50 countries, Palladium is a global consulting and implementation company working in partnership with governments, businesses, investors, and communities to design and deliver solutions that create lasting positive impact. We address some of the world’s most complex challenges across infrastructure, economic growth and natural capital, health, energy, climate and environment, and digital transformation – strengthening systems, institutions, and markets to support inclusive and sustainable development.

Our more than 2,100 staff worldwide work as trusted advisors across diverse contexts, combining deep technical expertise, implementation techniques, and innovative technology to deliver locally informed, client‑focused solutions that help organisations achieve measurable, sustainable impact.

Palladium is part of GISI’s Consulting Group, which aims to create solutions for the world’s most complex challenges. With annual revenues of $14 billion, GISI’s approximately 15,000 employees are engaged in projects across 100 countries worldwide providing construction, program/project management, and engineering consulting services.

Palladium is seeking an expression of interest for the Enterprise Level Business Developer for the upcoming Boost Africa Technical Facility Phase 2, an EIB‑led facility focused on strengthening Africa’s early‑stage investment ecosystem. The TAF focuses particularly on delivering TA to VC fund managers (e.g., fund structuring, portfolio management, fundraising) and their investee companies (governance, business strategy, fundraising).

Phase 2 builds on Phase 1 of the programme, which delivered TA to 5 fund managers and 20 of their investee companies, supporting EUR 80 million in direct investment by the EIB and mobilising a further EUR 400 million. The programme is expected to be delivered over four years from late 2026 onwards.

Note, these positions are for a potential future EIB opportunity, not a current vacancy. The role below is indicative and are subject to change based on the final programme guidelines being published.

• Palladium being awarded the Boost Africa Phase 2 tender
• Entering a contract with EIB for the delivery of the programme
• Approval from EIB at the contracting stage

The Enterprise Level Business Developer will ensure the quality and relevancy of Boost TA services for portfolio enterprises; act as a resource and mentor for portfolio entrepreneurs, supporting business growth, investment readiness, and operational strengthening across the Boost Africa portfolio.

• Master’s Degree or equivalent educational degree in business, economics, law, science or engineering;
• Fluency in English and good working knowledge of French.
• 10 years international experience is required; with a focus on Sub‑Saharan Africa.
• 5 years in the area of investing, organizational development, research, private sector/business development, business growth strategies preferably with similar projects.
• 5 years professional experience in working with and/or managing IFI/donor (e.g., EIB, EBRD, WB, AFDB, AFD, EC, etc.) financed TA development projects.
• 5 years of hands‑on experience in advising start‑ups and/or SMEs for business development as well as working with business consultants providing capacity building services.
• Preference for candidates with an in‑country base.

Expected ~50% LoE.

Headline locations (Accra, Lagos and Nairobi) are indicative only. The geographic focus of the Boost Africa investment program is Sub‑Saharan Africa excluding South Africa, with a prioritization on West and Central Africa. The applicant should be based locally in these regions of Africa and demonstrate ready access to these markets.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. We encourage you to apply early as the position may close once a suitable candidate is found.

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