Position: Project Economics – Specialist

Department: Finance
Function: Project Economics / Capital Budgeting
Reports To: Manager – Management Accounting & Reporting

Job Purpose

The Project Economics – Specialist is responsible for conducting economic evaluations, financial modelling, and capital budgeting analyses to support strategic and operational decision-making. The role focuses on assessing large capital projects, investment opportunities, and project performance to ensure financial viability and alignment with organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Project Economics & Capital Budgeting

• Perform detailed economic and financial evaluations of capital and operational projects.

• Develop and maintain robust financial models for project appraisal and investment decision-making.

• Conduct cost–benefit analysis, sensitivity analysis, and risk assessments for major projects.

• Support management in evaluating investment proposals and strategic initiatives.

Project Performance & Post-Completion Review

• Assess financial performance of ongoing and completed projects against approved business cases.

• Conduct post-completion evaluations to measure actual versus projected benefits.

• Identify efficiency gaps and recommend corrective or optimization measures.

Financial Analysis & Decision Support

• Analyze cost structures, revenue models, and economic drivers impacting project returns.

• Provide actionable insights to improve capital efficiency and financial sustainability.

• Support budgeting and long-term financial planning with economic analysis.

Reporting & Stakeholder Support

• Prepare clear, accurate, and timely reports and presentations for senior management.

• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to validate financial data and assumptions.

• Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and reporting standards.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to enhance financial evaluation methodologies and tools.

• Stay updated on industry best practices in project economics and corporate finance.

Qualifications.