Chief Specialist - Public Private Partnership

Roads and Transport Authority; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Roads and Transport Authority in the United Arab Emirates seeks a senior PPP Finance lead to execute market assessments, bidding, contract evaluation, and financial structuring for infrastructure partnerships. You will ensure alignment with the Authority’s investment strategy and sustainability goals.

The role requires extensive experience in PPPs, strong financial modelling skills, and proven ability to coordinate across departments to deliver complex projects on time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance.
• 9+ years of experience with a Master’s degree (11+ years with a Bachelor’s).

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed PPP market and feasibility studies aligned with strategic objectives.
• Prepare and update market analyses and financing models for PPP projects.
• Evaluate financing alternatives and structuring mechanisms for infrastructure initiatives.
• Develop program plans for PPP projects with cross‑department coordination.
• Manage bidding processes including technical/financial offers and contract finalization.
• Oversee contract performance, track KPIs, and propose corrective actions.
• Draft RFPs and partnership contracts ensuring compliance with PPP standards.

Skills

PPP modelling

Financial analysis

Education

Finance degree (Bachelor's/Master's)

Job description

Job description

Job Purpose

• To execute and lead all PPP project activities including market assessment, bidding, contract evaluation, financial structuring, and compliance management, ensuring successful implementation of partnerships aligned with RTA’s investment strategy and financial sustainability goals.

  
  

Roles and Responsibilities

Strategy

• Conduct detailed studies on commercial and investment opportunities suitable for implementation through public-private partnerships, ensuring alignment with the Authority’s strategic and financial objectives.

  
  

• Prepare and update comprehensive market and feasibility studies for PPP projects, recommend optimal business and financing models, and ensure integration with the Authority’s investment strategy.

  
  

• Analyze and identify various financing alternatives and structuring mechanisms for infrastructure projects; recommend the most viable options based on project nature, investor appetite, and market dynamics.

  
  

• Develop and implement detailed program plans for PPP projects in coordination with concerned departments to enhance financial sustainability and optimize project delivery outcomes.

  
  

Operations

• Manage and follow up on the bidding process for PPP projects, including the preparation and evaluation of technical and financial offers, negotiation with investors, and coordination with procurement and legal teams until contract finalization.

  
  

• Oversee the implementation and performance of partnership contracts with private entities, track KPIs, identify risks, and propose corrective action plans for affected or delayed projects.

  
  

• Review and draft Requests for Proposals (RFPs), partnership contracts, and annexures to ensure alignment with PPP standards, legal requirements, and the Authority’s governance frameworks.

  
  

• Evaluate commercial and investment clauses within PPP contracts and ensure full compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and accreditation requirements from Dubai’s concerned authorities.

  
  

• Prepare detailed financial evaluations of investment opportunities and partnership models based on approved policies, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and consistency with established methodologies.

  
  

• Prepare presentations and analytical summaries for senior management, committees, and boards; ensure follow-up on decisions and directives to support timely project implementation.

  
  

Product / Process Improvement

• Identify and assess challenges, risks, or gaps in existing PPP frameworks and propose improvements to enhance efficiency, transparency, and investor attractiveness.

  
  

• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to team members on PPP financial modelling, contract structuring, and project management to build departmental capacity and improve execution standards.

  
  

• Coordinate with relevant departments to ensure all PPP documentation, procedures, and evaluations are maintained according to approved standards and international best practices.

  
  

Physical Working Conditions

• Conduct periodic site and field visits during PPP project preparation, construction, and operation phases to verify compliance with contractual requirements, operational readiness, and performance obligations.

  
  

• Education: Bachelor’s/ Master’s degree in Finance

  
  

• Experience: 9+ years in case of Master’s degree(11+ years in case of Bachelor’s degree)