Simon Erhard

Background

About Simon Erhard

Country Director Peru for KfW Development Bank, leading a team of senior experts and overseeing country business operations while ensuring alignment with regional and global strategic objectives. Extensive experience in negotiating major loans with high-level government officials and executive management of financial institutions for financial sector development and sustainable energy projects across Latin America and East Asia. 18 years of experience in development finance and international cooperation, with a strong strategic focus on acquiring new investment opportunities and driving successful business development activities. Proven track record in evaluating, structuring, negotiating and implementing diverse financial instruments in the financial and energy sectors. Extensive experience in supporting sustainable economic development and job creation in Latin America by leading efforts to promote Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) through the financial sector. Highly skilled in building and maintaining relationships with major clients, peers, and stakeholders across the public and private sectors. A German native speaker, fully proficient in English and Spanish, fluent in Portuguese, and with intermediate proficiency in French. Adept at fostering clear and effective communication in multicultural teams.