Director of Waste Management

About the role

The Director of Waste Management will create and lead a new waste management business unit for Imbono in Angola. Reporting to executive management, the role covers market analysis, strategy definition, client acquisition, start‑up of operations and long‑term consolidation as a profitable revenue stream.

Key responsibilities

• Define the vision, strategy and business plan for the waste unit, set growth, revenue and profitability targets, and design the organisational model.
• Map the Angolan waste market, win public and private contracts, lead tender preparation and negotiate partnerships.
• Structure long‑term projects and concessions, prepare business cases, tariff models and financing solutions with multilateral institutions.
• Oversee start‑up and ongoing operations including collection, transport, sorting, treatment, recovery and final disposal, ensuring quality, efficiency and compliance.
• Monitor regulatory framework, obtain licences and maintain relationships with the National Waste Agency and other authorities.
• Develop circular‑economy solutions, identify green finance opportunities and ensure health, safety and environmental standards.

Required profile

• 12+ years of experience in waste management or environmental services, with at least 5 years in a director‑level or business‑development role.
• Proven track record of creating and scaling new business units and delivering results.
• Experience with public tenders, concessions or PPPs in waste, water or infrastructure sectors.
• Previous work in Angola or comparable African markets is highly valued.
• Degree in Environmental, Chemical or Civil Engineering, Management or related field; MBA or master’s in sustainability is a plus.
• Fluent Portuguese and good English communication skills.

Required skills

• Deep knowledge of the waste‑management value chain (collection, transport, sorting, treatment, recovery, disposal).
• Expertise in business model design, tariff setting and contract structuring for waste services.
• Understanding of Angolan environmental legislation and licensing processes.
• Familiarity with waste‑treatment technologies and circular‑economy solutions.
• Ability to prepare business plans and conduct economic and financial analysis of projects.