Job Purpose
•Reporting to the Deputy CEO, Investments, the Head of Origination and Structuring will establish and lead the unit’s operating model, team, processes and systems, build a strong pipeline of viable financing opportunities and develop transactions to the point of financing decision and financial close. The role will structure innovative solutions using DBG resources, PFI financing and third-party capital, while advancing DBG’s development finance mandate and building a sustainable fee-based structuring service.
Key Responsibilities
•Establish and lead the Origination and Structuring Unit, including its strategy, operating model, governance, processes, systems, budgets, targets and performance framework
•Originate, assess and priorities a diversified pipeline of financing opportunities aligned with DBG’s strategic priorities, commercial requirements and development mandate
•Lead the design, testing, launch and performance monitoring of innovative financing products that address market gaps and respond to the needs of SMEs and other priority sectors
•Structure commercially viable transactions with appropriate risk allocation, including credit facilities, guarantees, risk-sharing instruments, blended finance and bridge-financing solutions
•Mobilise private and development capacity by combining DBG resources with PFI financing, third-party funding and risk-mitigation instruments
•Oversee the preparation and quality assurance of investment papers, transaction memoranda, business cases, financial models, pitch documents and investor presentations
•Develop and implement a sustainable fee-based model for structuring and advisory services and identify opportunities to commercialise DBG’s expertise
•Build a high-performing team and strong relationships with PFIs, businesses, project sponsors, investors, DFIs, development partners and other stakeholders
Qualification Required & Experience
•First Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field
•A relevant master’s degree and/or professional qualification such as CFA, ACCA or CA (Ghana) is advantageous, an additional qualification in project finance or development finance is also desirable
•At least 15 years experience in corporate finance, project finance, transaction advisory, investment banking or investment within a development finance institution, including a minimum of 4 years leading a transaction team
•Proven track record of originating and structuring transactions through to financial close.
•Strong knowledge of Ghana’s financial sector, including experience working with banks and other financial institutions
•Experience in agribusiness, manufacturing, ICT or renewable energy and exposure to a development finance environment, are desirable
Location: Accra
Closing Date: 10th December, 2026
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, interested candidates should send their CV and cover letter to:
The role being applied for should be the subject of email
Location: Accra
