External Communication Consultant

Role Purpose:

To deliver accurate, visually compelling, and executive-level communication materials reflecting project performance, milestones, risks, and achievements for the HT & FL Expansion Project. The role ensures consistent and high-quality reporting to internal and external stakeholders, including Board of Directors, corporate teams, and strategic partners.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & ACTIVITIES:

Executive Reporting & Communication:

• Prepare comprehensive project reporting packages for Board meetings.
• Translate technical, financial, and operational data into clear and concise executive presentations.
• Develop communication briefs, milestone updates, and summaries for external partners and regulators.
• Support corporate communication and investor relations with project updates.

Data Consolidation & Governance:

• Coordinate with PMO, Engineering, Procurement, Finance, Operations, and IT to validate project data.
• Ensure alignment with project KPIs, governance standards, and corporate reporting frameworks.
• Maintain data integrity across all communication and reporting channels.

MIS & Dashboard Development:

• Develop and maintain MIS dashboards for project monitoring using Power BI, Tableau, or Excel-based tools.
• Build automated data pipelines ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Design structured templates for cost, progress, and resource tracking.

Stakeholder Communication:

• Act as the communication focal point for senior management, project leadership, and external stakeholders.
• Ensure consistent messaging aligned with project governance and corporate communication principles.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance, Economics, Accounting, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2–6+ years of professional experience in financial modelling, project finance, infrastructure advisory, or investment analysis.
• Direct PPP (Public-Private Partnerships) experience is required.
• Strong proficiency in Excel, including VBA or advanced modelling functions.
• Demonstrated ability to design and audit complex, multi-sheet financial models.
• Solid understanding of project finance principles, cash-flow mechanics, and risk allocation.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with financial modelling tools (e.g., @Risk, Power BI, Python-based modelling tools).
• Professional certifications such as FMVA, CFA, or CP3P are an advantage.

Job Type: Full-time