Objective: The Investment Opportunities Department is responsible for identifying and analysing strategic opportunities for profit-oriented public investments leading to the economic growth and transformation of the country.

Detailed Responsibilities:

• Establish the criteria for appraisal and prioritization of public investments in close collaboration with line Ministries and relevant internal and external stakeholders;
• Conduct analysis on the matters arising from both national and international investment markets and ensure the best possible investments are identified and analyzed for financing from public funds and private players.
• Undertake the review and appraisal process for new investment opportunities including in-depth financial and economic analysis and negotiation of legal agreements;
• Coordinate with the internal and external teams to prepare investment papers and scrutinize investment legal documents to ensure efficiency and compliance with national/international regulations;
• Provide recommendations to the executive management on both national and international investment opportunities to be financed and advise on the financing options/models (PPP, joint ventures, equity investments, etc...)
• Provide strategic guidance to the Government through the Public Investments Committee (PIC) for approval of profit-oriented public investment projects.
• Policy development: Formulate, oversee, and implement policies and strategies related to investment.
• Legal and regulatory framework: To develop the necessary legal and regulatory framework for investment to ensure a transparent and efficient investment process.