Board Member

2 weeks ago

London Area, United Kingdom The Redda Group Corporation Full time £120,000 - £250,000 per year

Shape the Future of Energy in Africa | Board Opportunity

Voting Member, Board of Directors

Location
: Global (Preferred: London, Francophone West Africa, or U.S.)

Type
: Part-Time, Non-Executive | Fiduciary Board Role

Reports to
: Board Chair

Redda 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 Purpose

As 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 Oversight

  • Approve and advise on corporate strategy, project pipeline, capital expenditures, and cross-border growth
  • Provide insight (support/leadership) on major energy infrastructure transactions, including upstream oil & gas, midstream pipelines, and power generation
  • Navigate political, market, and regulatory environments in Francophone and Anglophone West Africa

Financial and Legal Governance

  • Oversee financial health and risk management, including review of audit, budget, and investment policies
  • Advise on the structure and financing of major projects, including tax and legal compliance in multi-jurisdictional settings
  • Ensure alignment with ESG standards, HSE compliance, and stakeholder transparency

Executive Oversight & Support

  • Serve on board committees (Audit, Risk, Governance, or Compensation)
  • Support CEO and Executive Leadership Team as needed

Candidate Profile:

Professional Background

20+ years in energy, infrastructure, structured finance, project law, or tax; ideally across African markets

Legal/Financial Acumen

Prior experience as General Counsel, law firm partner (energy/projects), or project finance executive

Francophone Fluency

Fluent in French
(spoken and written); experience navigating Francophone regulatory and cultural contexts

Africa-Focused

Track record of energy deals or regulatory work in West Africa (especially in Nigeria.)

Global Perspective

Experience with international sponsors, DFIs, and legal systems (e.g., England & Wales, OHADA, Nigeria, U.S.)

Impact & Influence

You'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.

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