SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL ENERGY DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE (SANEDI) ENERGY INNOVATION FOR LIFE SANEDI, PO Box 9935, Sandton, 2146 A: CEF HOUSE, Block C, Upper Grayston Office Park, 152 Ann Crescent, Strathavon, Sandton, 2146 T: +27 [11] 038 4300 E: information@sanedi.org.za W:www.sanedi.org.za
SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT PRACTITIONER Programme: Administration Division: Information Technology Location: SANDTON Period: Permanent Purpose • A System Management Practitioner is an essential role within SANEDI, responsible for overseeing and maintaining the organization's IT infrastructure. They ensure that systems are running smoothly, securely, and efficiently. From managing hardware and software to implementing security measures and troubleshooting technical issues, the system manager plays a crucial part in keeping the organization's technology operations up and running. They also handle system upgrades and implementation, vendor management, and disaster recovery planning. With their expertise in IT systems and their ability to provide user support and training, system managers contribute to the overall productivity and success of the organization in today's technology-driven business environment Qualifications and Experience • A+, VMware, N+ or CCNA International Certificates • Bachelor’s degree in IT or similar, and international certificates in ITIL and Cobit • Minimum 5 years in an IT environment • Experience with managing Firewalls • Experience with managing Networks and Virtual Environments • Experience managing Active Directory and Exchange Desired Additional Skills and Competencies • In-depth knowledge of contracting and change management • In-depth knowledge of ICT risk management • Project management skills • Communication skills – written and verbal • Presentation skills • Report writing skills • Troubleshooting skills • Knowledge of access control systems • Knowledge of CCTV systems 2. Responsibilities IT Infrastructure Management • Takes responsibility for the design, installation, maintenance, and retirement of the IT infrastructure and systems to enable the delivery of IT services. • This includes server room infrastructure, UPS system, telecommunications, cabling, switches, routers, server components (firmware, operating systems, app installation, configuration and updates; and user provision), video conferencing facilities, servers, security infrastructure, CCV TV and access control systems. • Key areas of responsibility include vendor management, IT standards and procedures, IT infrastructure monitoring and reporting, as well as participating in technology infrastructure transformation initiatives. Management of VMware environment • Responsible for the installation, administration and management of the VMware environment, including updates and solution road mapping as well as routine management processes. Manage storage environment • Takes responsibility for capacity planning for the SANEDI infrastructure, management, administering and upgrades of storage systems, including SAN and NAS devices. Manage Network • Design, implement, administer, manage and monitor the performance of SANEDI’s network and switching environment (LAN, vLANs and WAN), including Wifi, firewall and WAN. Business Continuity • Ensure systems backup are performed as per the backup policy, implement IT disaster recovery solutions as well as perform periodic IT disaster recovery testing. Finance • Lead IT procurement, including compilation and evaluation of tenders as well as service provider contracting. Process payments of invoice as per the contracts and goods supplied. Also, perform vendor performance management against agreed SLAs. Information Security • Implement, maintain and regularly update information security infrastructure in line with relevant policies and procedures. Perform regular vulnerability assessments and remediation of vulnerabilities as well as provide information security training for all employees and other key stakeholders. Service Desk and general support • Manage access rights to banking systems, provide user support on site or remotely by phone, email or by using web-based applications, install new Software and hardware, set up user-accounts, permissions, and passwords for employees, maintain the server room environmental requirements including but not limited to; UPS, Air-conditioning, Fire Suppression System and Server Room Monitoring System. Provide Printing services and support. The closing date for this position is: 20 July 2023 Please email a detailed CV to: systemsmanagement@sanedi.org.za
PROJECT OFFICER Programme: Applied Research Division: Renewables Location: SANDTON Period: Temp (6 Months) • Purpose • To provide project and administrative support to the Renewable Energy Programme. • Qualifications and Education Certification • Degree/diploma in science or engineering field. • A Diploma in project management will be advantageous. • Must have a valid driver’s license. • 2 years project work experience required. • Exposure to the energy or research environment / industry is required. • COMPETENCY Functional Competencies • Stakeholder engagement skills • Communication skills • Report writing skills • Technical understanding of energy and research industry • Research skills • MS Office Behavioral competencies • Initiative and responsibility • Attention to detail • Analytical • Constructive teamwork • Relations and networking • Self-starter • Self-development / professional and technical expertise • Effective communication (verbal and written) • Analysis and judgment / problem solving • Systematic approach (planning and organizing) RESPONSIBILITIES Programme coordination and project administration support: • Project administration support • Procurement administration - populate documents / terms of reference • Financial administration - raising PR's on Dynamics, obtain invoices, submit for approval and payment, administer budget allocation on Dynamics, input to budget development (e.g. costs related to travel and logistics), monitor programme budget on Dynamics / budget revisions / budget review reports for review by PM/GM (project manager/general manager) • Reporting – support to compiling / collating monthly reports for review by PM e.g. stakeholder engagement reports, project reporting and input to Corporate Planner's templates • Facilitate the administrative component of the contracting process - obtain and distribute documents, obtain signoff’s, liaise with internal and external parties and legal • Facilitate the internal approval process for travelling and liaise with internal travel agency • Project event administration (e.g. training) - database of attendees, venue booking, catering, directions, delegate liaison, agenda, event material, documentation, event report e.g. attendance register, etc • Project meeting administration - scheduling, meeting minutes, agendas Exhibitions - represent Sanedi at exhibition stand: • Compile / collate data monitoring and issue resolution reports for data analysis and interpretation purposes • Under supervision – not primary responsibility - On-site support to PM / GM - (site visits - showcase work to stakeholders / evaluate the suitability of a site / community engagement monitoring) Technical exposure (only at times under supervision – not a primary requirement of the role, but on an as and when basis: • Present at conferences/events etc. • Quality and relevance of presentation • Presentation skills • Literature Reviews Contribution to operational management structures / forums as and when required: • Committee member or committee chair • Support to National Treasury / internal and external audit • Administrative procurement support • Administrative support of renewable energy programme • Quality of contribution • Timeous / Turnaround times • Compile minutes The closing date for this position is: 20 July 2023 Please email a detailed CV to: renewables@sanedi.org.za
PROJECT MANAGER Programme: Applied Research Division: Project Management Unit Location: SANDTON Period: 3 years Purpose • To provide Project Management (PM) and Coordination for the GEF/DBSA Electric Bus Demonstration Project and Cleaner Mobility Project Management Unit. The PM will report to the Cleaner Mobility Programme Manager for all of the Project’s substantive and administrative activities. The PM will also perform a liaison and coordinating role with the affected municipalities (eThekwini and City of Tshwane), relevant government departments, DBSA, GEF other project partners. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Qualifications and Education Certification • A university degree (Honours) in management, engineering, energy, or another field with direct relevance to the Project • Must have a valid driver’s license. • At least 10 years of experience in managing large-scale projects on climate change mitigation, energy or infrastructure development in South Africa • At least 5 years of experience working with municipalities, provincial or national institutions with relevance to the Project RESPONSIBILITIES • Plan the activities of the Project and monitor progress against the approved Project Implementation Plan. • Supervise and coordinate the production of project outputs, as per the Project Plan, in a timely and quality fashion. • Coordinate all project inputs and ensure they adhere to GEF procedures (for nationally executed projects) following SANEDI and DBSA procedures. • Supervise and coordinate the work of all project staff, consultants and sub-contractors • Coordinate the recruitment and selection of project personnel, consultants and sub-contracts, including drafting terms of reference and work specifications and overseeing all contractors’ work. • Facilitate administrative support to subcontractors and training activities supported by the Project. • Manage requests for the provision of financial resources by GEF and DBSA through the advance of funds, direct payments, or reimbursement using the GEF/DBSA-provided format. • Oversight the overall administration of the Project Management Unit; and monitor financial resources and accounting to ensure accuracy and reliability of financial reports submitted quarterly. • Prepare, revise and submit project work and financial plans as required by the SANEDI, PSC, DBSA, and GEF. • Oversee and ensure timely submission of the Inception Report, Project Implementation Report, Technical reports, quarterly financial reports, and other reports as may be required by SANEDI, DBSA and GEF. • Disseminate project reports and respond to queries from concerned stakeholders. • Report the progress of the Project to the PSC, and ensure the fulfilment of PSC directives. • Ensure the Project’s M&E meets the requirements of the Government, SANEDI, DBSA, and the GEF Country Office and develop project-specific M&E tools as necessary; • Oversee and ensure the implementation of the Project’s M&E plan, including the periodic appraisal of the Project’s Theory of Change and Results Framework regarding actual and potential project progress and results; • Co-ordinate all Supply Chain Management transactions timeously and ensure all project invoices are processed timeously. • Oversee/develop/coordinate the implementation of the stakeholder engagement plan; • Oversee and guide the design of surveys/ assessments commissioned for monitoring and evaluating project results; • Manage and monitor the project risks initially identified and submit new risks to the project board for consideration and decision on possible actions if required; update the status of these risks by maintaining the project risks log. • Liaise with DBSA, GEF, PSC, Working Groups, relevant government agencies, and all project partners, including donor organisations and CSOs, to effectively coordinate all project activities. • Assist SANEDI, municipalities, CSOs, staff, and others with developing essential skills through workshops and on-the-job training, thereby increasing their institutional capabilities. • Encourage staff, partners and consultants such that strategic, intentional and demonstrable efforts are made to actively include women in the Project, including activity design and planning, budgeting, staff and consultant hiring, subcontracting, purchasing, formal community governance, and advocacy, outreach to social organisations, training, participation in meetings; and access to program benefits. • Regular travel within South Africa to organise and monitor project activity; possible travel outside the country for participation in directly relevant international meetings. 3. COMPETENCY Functional competencies • Strong leadership, managerial and coordination skills with a demonstrated ability to effectively coordinate the implementation of large multi-stakeholder projects, including financial and technical aspects. • Ability to effectively manage technical and administrative teams, work with various stakeholders across various sectors and levels and develop durable partnerships with collaborating agencies. • Ability to administer budgets, train and work effectively with counterpart staff at all levels and with all groups involved in the Project. • Ability to coordinate and supervise multiple Projects in partnerships with various stakeholder groups, including community and government. • Strong drafting, presentation and reporting skills. • Strong communication skills, especially in timely and accurate responses to any form of communication. • Strong computer skills, in particular, mastery of all applications of the MS Office package and internet search. • Excellent command of English. Knowledge of other South African languages is an advantage. 4. Behavioural competencies • Initiative and responsibility • Constructive teamwork • Relations and networking • Self-starter • Self-development / professional and technical expertise • Effective communication (verbal and written) • Analysis and judgment/problem-solving • A systematic approach (planning and organising) The closing date for this position is: 19 July 2023 Please email a detailed CV to: projectmanager@sanedi.org.za PROJECT OFFICER Programme: Applied Research Division: Project Management Unit Location: SANDTON Period: 3 Years Purpose • To provide an administrative service and support the CM Programme and Project Management Unit 1. Qualifications and Experience • Diploma in Project Management or related • Must have a valid driver’s license • 2 years’ work experience required • Exposure to the energy or research environment / industry will be advantageous 2. Responsibilities • Assist the Project Manager in day-to-day management and oversight of GEF/DBSA electric bus demonstration project and Cleaner Mobility Programme activities; • To support with the development of targets, specifications, schedules, and budgets for the administration and implementation of the GEF/DBSA electric bus demonstration project • Ensure all project documentation (progress reports, consulting and other technical reports, minutes of meetings, etc.) are properly maintained in hard and electronic copies in an efficient and readily accessible filing system, for when required by the SANEDI, PSC, DBSA, GEF, project consultants and other PMU staff; • Provide PMU-related administrative and logistical assistance • Co-ordinating stakeholder engagements with the specific municipalities identified, government departments, DBSA, GEF and other key project stakeholders. • Co-ordinate all Supply Chain Management transactions timeously • Ensure all project invoices are processed timeously. COMPETENCY Functional competencies • Stakeholder engagement skills • Communication skills • Report writing skills • Technical understanding of energy and research industry • Research skills • MS Office incl. Excel and MS Projects • Very good inter-personal skills • Proficiency in the use of computer software applications especially MS Word and MS Excel. • Excellent language skills in English (writing, speaking and reading) and in local languages Behavioural competencies • Initiative and responsibility • Constructive teamwork • Relations and networking • Self-starter • Self-development / professional and technical expertise • Effective communication (verbal and written) • Analysis and judgment / problem solving • Systematic approach (planning and organizing) The closing date for this position is: 19 July 2023 Please email a detailed CV to: projectofficer@sanedi.org.za SANEDI is a state-owned entity, established under the National Energy Act (Act 34 of 2008) Board Members: Mr Sicelo Xulu (Chairperson), Ms Lungile Mtiya (Deputy Chairperson), Ms Abegail Boikhutso, Ms Tumelo Mashabela, Ms Ilze Baron, Dr Rebecca Maserumule, Mr Jongikhaya Witi, Mr Mthokozisi Mpofu. Alternate members: Ms Noma Qase, Mr Gerard Fourie. CEO: Dr Titus Mathe. Company Secretary: First Corporate Secretaries
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