Head of Development (Renewable Energy)

Location: Ho Chi Minh City
Reports to: CEO

The position will act as a key representative of the company with government agencies, regulatory authorities, electricity offtakers, and strategic partners, particularly EVN, MOIT, provincial authorities, and other industry stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Development Leadership

• Lead the development and execution of wind energy projects from early-stage origination through financial close and construction readiness.
• Oversee site selection, wind resource assessment, land acquisition strategy, permitting, environmental and social compliance processes.
• Manage development teams, consultants, and contractors to ensure project milestones are achieved on time and within budget.
• Drive project risk management and identify solutions to regulatory, technical, commercial, and stakeholder-related challenges.
• Support due diligence, investment evaluations, and acquisition opportunities within the renewable energy sector.

2. Asset Operations & Performance Management

• Oversee operational performance of the company's wind farm portfolio.
• Develop and implement asset management strategies to maximize availability, generation output, and financial returns.
• Manage O&M contractors and technical service providers to ensure compliance with contractual KPIs.
• Monitor plant performance, operational risks, HSE standards, and budget execution.
• Lead initiatives for operational optimization, life cycle management, and continuous improvement across operating assets.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, environmental, grid connection, and reporting requirements.

3. Regulatory & Government Relations

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key external stakeholders, including:
  • Electricity Vietnam (EVN)
  • Ministry of Industry and Trade (MOIT)
  • Provincial People's Committees
  • Department of Industry and Trade (DOIT)
  • National Load Dispatch Center and relevant power authorities
• Represent the company in discussions regarding power development planning, licensing, grid connection, PPA negotiations, and regulatory matters.
• Monitor regulatory developments and provide strategic recommendations regarding renewable energy policies and market changes.
• Support approval processes and facilitate project permits and operational licenses.

4. Commercial & Strategic Leadership

• Develop strategic plans for growth of the company's renewable energy portfolio.
• Collaborate with finance, legal, engineering, and commercial teams on project structuring and execution.
• Support management in negotiations with investors, lenders, partners, and strategic stakeholders.
• Identify new market opportunities and contribute to business development initiatives.
• Provide regular updates and recommendations to senior leadership on project and asset performance.

5. Team Leadership

• Build, lead, and mentor multidisciplinary teams across development, operations, and stakeholder management functions.
• Establish performance objectives and promote a strong culture of accountability, safety, and collaboration.
• Develop organizational capabilities to support expansion of the company's renewable energy portfolio.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business or related discipline

Experience

• 15+ years of experience within renewable energy, power generation, utilities, or infrastructure sectors.
• Proven track record in developing and delivering utility-scale energy projects.
• Strong experience in asset management and operation of renewable energy assets.
• Demonstrated success in managing government and regulatory stakeholder relationships in Vietnam.
• Experience working directly with EVN, MOIT, provincial authorities, and power sector regulators.
• Strong understanding of project development, permitting, grid connection, PPA, EPC, O&M, and asset management processes.
• Experience leading cross-functional and multicultural teams.

Skills & Competencies

• Strategic leadership and commercial acumen.
• Strong network within Vietnam's power and renewable energy industry.
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong understanding of Vietnam's renewable energy regulatory framework.
• Financial and commercial modeling awareness.
• Excellent communication skills in both Vietnamese and English.