Board Member

Shape the Future of Energy in Africa | Board OpportunityVoting Member, Board of DirectorsLocation: Global (Preferred: London, Francophone West Africa, or U.S.)Type: Part-Time, Non-Executive | Fiduciary Board RoleReports to: Board ChairRedda Group has been retained to find a voting member of the Board of Directors for a vertically integrated energy infrastructure company with a growing footprint across West Africa. They develop, own, and operate power plants, natural gas pipelines, and related energy infrastructure to serve industrial and utility customers. Our client is seeking a global leader who brings expertise in large-scale project development, capital structuring, and international governance, with a passion for Africa's energy future.Role PurposeAs a Voting Member of the Board of Directors, you will serve as a fiduciary responsible for shaping strategic direction and ensuring sound governance and financial stewardship. You will bring deep expertise in energy and infrastructure projects, structured finance, tax optimization, and ideally, cross-border legal frameworks, with the ability to operate fluently in Francophone markets.Key Responsibilities:Strategic OversightApprove and advise on corporate strategy, project pipeline, capital expenditures, and cross-border growthProvide insight (support/leadership) on major energy infrastructure transactions, including upstream oil & gas, midstream pipelines, and power generationNavigate political, market, and regulatory environments in Francophone and Anglophone West AfricaFinancial and Legal GovernanceOversee financial health and risk management, including review of audit, budget, and investment policiesAdvise on the structure and financing of major projects, including tax and legal compliance in multi-jurisdictional settingsEnsure alignment with ESG standards, HSE compliance, and stakeholder transparencyExecutive Oversight & SupportServe on board committees (Audit, Risk, Governance, or Compensation)Support CEO and Executive Leadership Team as neededCandidate Profile:Professional Background20+ years in energy, infrastructure, structured finance, project law, or tax; ideally across African marketsLegal/Financial AcumenPrior experience as General Counsel, law firm partner (energy/projects), or project finance executiveFrancophone FluencyFluent in French (spoken and written); experience navigating Francophone regulatory and cultural contextsAfrica-FocusedTrack record of energy deals or regulatory work in West Africa (especially Senegal, Côte d’Ivoire, Guinea, or Cameroon)Global PerspectiveExperience with international sponsors, DFIs, and legal systems (e.g., England & Wales, OHADA, Ghana, Coté d’Ivoire, Mauritius, Nigeria, U.S.)Impact & InfluenceYou’ll help shape the future of Africa’s energy sector, guiding investments that drive industrial growth and sustainable development across the region.Ready to make an impact? Apply now to join a high impact, globally connected Board shaping the future of energy in West Africa.

Created: 2025-09-11