Your role is a critical component of business in Vietnam and reports directly to the VP of Development, Asia. Responsibilities include:

Manage all aspects of project development from conception until construction, including but not limited to the following:

-   Collaborate with MOIT, ERAV, provincial PCs, DOITs, national & local EVN, and other government and utility units to gather and analyze market information.

-  Develop and execute a strategy to originate and successfully develop projects that meet the company profitability targets.

-  Source, evaluate, analyze, and secure land for renewable energy and energy storage projects in collaboration with management, internal staff, and external consultants.

-  Collaborate with electric utilities to determine suitable grid connection areas, and manage all related documentation and correspondence.

-  Manage all aspects of project permitting including relationships with national, provincial, and local government entities; industry groups; and local stakeholders.

-  Collaborate with permitting, technical, legal, and financial resources that support the project development process, and transfer knowledge where applicable.

-  Manage lean team of land sourcing and project development professionals.

-  Originate, negotiate, and execute off-take agreements with large purchasers of electricity.

- Compile, maintain, and update reports as required by management.

- Other development and organizational activities as may be required by the Company.

Experience:

-  10+ years experience in renewable energy, energy storage, electric power, and/or real estate industries, with 5+ years working in rural areas

-  Strong track record of working cooperatively with provincial and local governments

-  Strong background working with internal and external stakeholders

-  Multinational company experience a plus

Qualifications:

-  Strong understanding of provincial and local permitting regulations and requirements

-  Deep knowledge of the Vietnam renewable energy market

-  Ability to work independently and creatively solve problems

-  High level of professionalism with attention to detail

-  Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills

-  Superior time management and interpersonal skills

-  Fluency in MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint

-  Native or near-native proficiency in Vietnamese required.

-  Professional working proficiency in English required.

-  Educational Background: Minimum BA/BS degree required