Said Jeylani (he/him) is a Project Manager at SEEK Development, bringing over six years of experience in international development, renewable energy, climate finance, and infrastructure across the world. At SEEK, he is passionate about the interlinkages between energy and climate, particularly how sustainable energy solutions can drive climate resilience and inclusive economic development. He supports strategy development and organizational consulting for global development institutions, focusing on evidence-based solutions in climate and economic development. With his expertise in renewable energy, public-private partnerships (PPPs), investment advisory, and climate finance, he supports clients with services including research, developing strategies, program evaluations, investment strategies and result-based management.

Previously, he worked in the fields of development cooperation, investment facilitation, and business advisory. He worked at KPMG, managing multi-stakeholder energy and climate projects for international clients, gaining experience in project evaluation, data analysis, and strategic advisory. He also worked at Empower New Energy as an Asset Manager, where he oversaw energy infrastructure assets across Africa, strengthening his expertise in project finance and operational performance. He began his career at the European Union Delegation to Ethiopia, working on migration, private sector development, and regional energy initiatives. His professional experience spans over ten countries, and he is fluent in multiple languages to bring deep familiarity with global markets and effective collaboration across diverse international settings.

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