Global Head of Guarantees
Private Infrastructure Development Group (PIDG)
London / Nairobi / Singapore
Role type
Development Finance & Multilaterals
Experience
Leadership
Language
English
Deadline
4 Sep 2026
Summary
Executive role leading PIDG's global guarantees business, including GuarantCo strategy, growth, product development, portfolio performance, capital structuring and stakeholder relationships across African and Asian markets.
About the role
The Global Head of Guarantees leads PIDG's worldwide guarantees business, with overall responsibility for GuarantCo — setting strategy, driving growth, managing risk, and ensuring operational excellence across multiple regions including Africa and Asia. The role chairs the GuarantCo Executive Committee, leads 3-year strategic business plans, and acts as a senior public ambassador for the PIDG Group. PIDG (Private Infrastructure Development Group) is a development finance institution focused on mobilising private investment into infrastructure in frontier and emerging markets aligned with SDG objectives.
Key responsibilities
Take overall responsibility for GuarantCo, including strategy, growth, risk management, and operational performance
Develop and implement PIDG strategic objectives under Board oversight
Maintain and strengthen external ratings agency ratings for GuarantCo
Manage cost structure and financial performance aligned with SDG objectives
Chair the GuarantCo Executive Committee and lead 3-year strategic business plans
Serve as culture carrier emphasising transparency and collaboration across the organisation
Build senior-level relationships with partners and government officials
Act as public ambassador for the PIDG Group at senior forums and events
Allocate funds for new development activities in collaboration with PIDG Ltd
Key requirements
Degree-level education
Extensive governance experience, including board-level positions
Strong private sector background in infrastructure finance, guarantees, or related fields
Understanding of infrastructure funding and project development cycles
Knowledge of guarantees from Export Credit Agencies and multilateral institutions
IFRS, Basel, and Solvency framework expertise
African and Asian market experience
Multi-cultural team management and matrix organisation collaboration experience
Excellent communication skills with high ethical standards
Nice to have
Professional qualifications in finance, law, or a related discipline
Full-time role based in London, Nairobi, or Singapore; frequent travel required. Reports to the CEO. Application deadline: 4 September 2026. Apply via the online application form with a resume and cover letter.