CENTRAL ENERGY FUND (CEF) VACANCIES

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SECURITY OFFICERS X2 (PERMANENT) 
 
Minimum Qualifications 
 Grade 12 
 Grade B or higher Certificate plus registration with PSIRA 
 Computer literacy on MS Office 
 Driver’s License 
 
Minimum Experience: 
 3 years’ relevant experience in security services in commercial environment plus knowledge of security procedures 
 
Key Responsibilities 
 Patrol industrial and commercial premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ·ensure security of doors, windows, and gates. 
 Answer alarms and investigate disturbances 
 Warn persons of rule infractions or violations, and apprehend or evict violators from premises 
 Operate detecting devices to screen individuals and prevent passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas. 
 Inspect and adjust security systems, equipment, and machinery to ensure operational use and to detect evidence of tampering 
 Monitor and authorize entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons to guard against theft and maintain security of premises. 
 Monitor and adjust controls that regulate building systems, such as air conditioning, furnace 
 Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form 
 Ensure effective communication with Supervisors and colleagues 
 Ensure employees and visitors adhere to Covid-19 regulations when entering the premises 
 Screen employees and visitors before entering the premises 
 Circulate among visitors, patrons, and employees to preserve order and protect property 
 Call police or fire departments in cases of emergency, such as fire or presence of unauthorized persons. 
 Write reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences 
 Act as back up to the Receptionist. 
 Answering and transferring calls 
 
Closing Date: 6th February 2023 
 
Please submit a detail Curriculum Vitae to SecurityOfficer@cefgroup.co.za


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GROUP SECURITY MANAGER (PERMANENT) 
 
Minimum Qualifications 
 Degree in Law or Security or Risk Management or other equivalent to NQF 8 
 Grade A PSIRA registration and/or police training accreditation or other institutional accreditation recognized within RSA for either forensic investigation or cyber investigation and prevention. 
 Valid Firearm Certificate. 
 Valid Code B or EB driver’s license without any restrictions or prior or criminal convictions. 
 
Minimum Experience: 
 8 years’ security or policing (at an investigative level) experience. 
 Must include 3 years' experience in supervisor/management role. 
 Knowledge and understanding of sector needs and business requirements. 
 
Key Responsibilities 
 Oversee and manage the successful investigation and analysis of all identified criminal activities or cases, employee vetting related matters and law enforcement. 
 Ensure the liaison with all relevant law enforcement agencies to enable the successful prosecution of all identified or alleged criminal investigation and also associated cases 
 Ensure the effective management of the vetting process within the department 
 Ensure the development and management of criminal information database for utilisation of relevant statistical management data 
 Facilitate the development of technical expertise within the department and keep abreast of security and investigative technical developments 
 Create and build partnerships with various internal and external stakeholders in support for the execution of the functional duties as lead Security Manager.
 Develop and implement security policies, protocols and procedures and including guidelines for intelligent information collection. 
 Keep abreast with legislative requirements within the security intelligence and investigative cluster affecting the energy sector or CEF's operational needs. 
 Proficiency with security equipment software, installations and applications. 
 Thorough knowledge of security threats and the available protective systems. 
 Provide overall Cyber Security (CS) assurance. 
 Implements the Security strategy at department level and CEF Group. 
 Implements and co-ordinates the customer security survey and prepare response plan 
 Develops, implements and maintains the security performance management and execution plan 
 Implements and maintains the security change awareness management programme 
 Conducts weekly inspections of security systems and controls for protections of persons and manning of buildings. 
 Conduct regular Risk and threat analysis. 
 Liaise with other security units, intelligence and law enforcement agencies regarding security management. 
 Effective management of analysed information pertaining to the security department 
 Attend to specific administration reporting and ensure that the recording requirements are complied with. 
 Required to perform all duties in accordance with the applicable privacy Policies and Procedures. 
 Train and supervise security personnel. 
 Ability to work independently, and as a part of a team when needed. 
 Ensure the CCTV control room is manned by suitably skilled and experienced operators who shall be responsible for monitoring the security system and the equipment and Cameras installed on the premises. 
 To record, minimize and use their best endeavour to prevent incidents and or security risks detected by the equipment. 
 To maintain an incident register. 
 CCTV operators to receive intensive induction and ongoing training in the operations of the security system. 
 To immediately report faulty elements of the security system. 
 Ensure strict access control measures to the CCTV control room are adhered to. 
 To perform miscellaneous CCTV Operator's duties as required and information leakage fault finding. 
 
Closing Date: 6th February 2023 
 
Please submit a detail Curriculum Vitae to SecurityManager@cefgroup.co.za

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GROUP FINANCIAL MANAGER (PERMANENT) 
 
JOB PURPOSE 
To manage the accounting functions of the Group encompassing budgeting and forecasting, financial reporting, tax submissions and transactional financial activities. To formulate and maintain the Group’s financial policies, procedures and practices. 
 
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE 
 B Degree in Finance / Accounting and Chartered Accountant (CA/SA) 
 8 to 12 years’ experience in financial accounting 5 years which should be in a managerial position/middle management 
 
DESIRED ADDITIONAL SKILLS/ COMPETENCIES 
Sound knowledge of applicable accounting standards, financial accounting policies and legislation and directives that regulates Public Sector financial management |Ability to interact at different managerial levels |Negotiations skills |Ability to work with different teams |Ability to work under pressure |Ability to coordinate complex exercises |Ability to manage people and work flow |Problem Solving skills |Reporting skills Attention to detail Accuracy Analytical |Time management skills| Management skills |Presentation skills 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS 
Financial Policies and Procedures 
 Develop and review financial policies and procedures for the Group aligned to the company strategy, and in accordance with the appropriate accounting standards
 Facilitate the communication of financial policies and procedures across the Group 
 Act as the Group custodian of financial control policies and monitor adherence therein 
 Promote continuous improvement and compliance to financial policies and procedures 
 Monitor compliance to IFRS and National Treasury reporting guidelines 
 
Tax Submissions 
 Establish working methods for the submission of tax returns and provide guidelines to Accountants to avoid penalties 
 Review tax returns, SARS requests and reports and tax reconciliations 
 Coordinate the timeous preparation of tax calculations by the external service provider 
 Review VAT for return submissions per subsidiary 
 
Financial Reporting 
 Oversee the preparation of the consolidated and company Annual Financial Statement: 

• Facilitate the provision of input from the relevant stakeholders 
• Review the financial statements and trial balances and provide commentary for submission to the CFO 

 
Audit Process Facilitation 
 Act as the key interface with Internal and External Auditors 
 Monitor that internal and external audit requests are communicated to the right people and that information has been provided timeously 
 Review and respond to audit findings 
 Participate in regular meetings with the Internal Audit Manager to discuss progress and pressing issues 
 
Revenue Management 
 Develop and maintain the SLAs between CEF SOC and entities receiving services from CEF SOC 
 Negotiate terms of the SLAs and propose reviews of SLAs taking into account changes in the factors affecting the revenue environment 
 Recover the revenues due to CEF SOC, follow-up on overdue revenue, initiate discussions to make arrangements for overdue revenue and ensure that the interests are charged on overdue revenue in terms of the SLA – Implement the SLAs 
 Manage CEF SOC loan accounts and facilitate reviews of repayment terms with relevant parties 
 
Oversight of Transactional Accounting Functions 
 Provide guidance and oversight of the day-to-day transactional functions performed by  the Accountants, encompassing the following: 

• preparation and posting of journals 
• verification of assets 
• passing of new entries 
• technical accounting matters 

 Review drafts for motivations and finalise for submission to the CFO for approval 
 Authorise invoices and ensure that supporting documentation is attached to the invoices 
 Monitor the timeous payment of creditors and attend to those outstanding payments that have been escalated 
 Sign-off on monthly reconciliations 
 Monitor the maintenance of the asset register 
 
Stakeholder Management 
 Manage external stakeholder relationships with the Department of Energy, National Treasury, SARS and suppliers: 

• Act as point of contact for CEF Holdings 
• Liaise with suppliers 
• Liaise with the Department of Energy for responses to queries and requests for information 
• Engage with the National Treasury on budgets and forecasting and monitor the quarterly and annual reporting therein 

 Manage relationships with internal stakeholders: 

• Liaise between the CFO and the subsidiaries in the communication of information for roll-out 
• Represent Finance at different forums (e.g. Board Audit Committee and Procurement Committee) to provide commentary and feedback to the relevant stakeholders on finance issues 
• Act in an advisory capacity to management on financial management issues across the business 

 
People Management 
 Manage the administration of staff i.e. leave approval and travel expense approval 
 Conduct quarterly performance reviews of subordinates and attend to areas of non-performance 
 Identify training and development opportunities for subordinates 
 Provide coaching and mentorship to subordinates on financial management issues 
 Participate in the recruitment of staff members 
 Supervise outputs to ensure the deliverables of the Department are met 
 
Closing Date: 2nd February 2023 
 
Please submit a detail Curriculum Vitae to GrpFinancialManager@cefgroup.co.za
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
RENEWABLE ENERGY PROJECTS MANAGER 
 
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE 
 Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Natural Sciences or equivalent qualification. 
 Project Management qualification will be an added advantage 
 Master’s in Business Administration /Leadership will be an added advantage 
 A minimum of eight (8) years relevant and demonstrable experience of which 5 years in a project managerial role of capital projects, preferably in the energy sector 
 A record of delivering results in complex project in Africa. 
 In-depth knowledge of the Energy value chain particularly renewable energy. 
 Experience in managing a (renewable) energy project development process. 
 Experience in developing waste to energy projects 
 Understanding of the South African renewable energy sector 
 Understanding the national environmental management policy and regulatory framework 
 Understanding the permitting and licensing requirements for energy projects 
 Critical skills: analytical ability, creativity, communication, influencing, negotiation and leadership 
 
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: 
 Develop and implement CEF Renewable Energy (RE) strategy to ensure that planning of the section is aligned to EPD strategic objectives and the broader organisation’ strategic deliverables. 
 Lead and manage the Renewable Energy section of CEF and set the necessary policies, rules and regulations in place to ensure proper and effective RE Projects delivery. 
 Identifying and executing Renewable Energy projects for CEF; 
 Leading the negotiations for CEF’s participation with other project partners; 
 Manage renewable energy programmes or complex projects by combining business strategy and project management techniques in order to implement the business strategy and to deliver organisational breakthroughs 
 Procuring the necessary CEF approvals for CEF participation in renewable energy initiatives; 
 Manager the budgets of the RE projects to ensure effective and efficient functioning and cost control. 
 Monitor, recommend and implement corrective measures to rectify deviations/acts contrary to budgetary provisions, financial regulations, audit requirements and departmental procedures 
 Develop execution strategies and negotiate commercial terms for Renewable Energy capital projects 
 
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES (CRITICAL FOR SUCCESS) 
 High level of integrity, initiative and passion; 
 A team player who is assertive and confident; 
 An individual with stature and presence who demonstrates emotional maturity; and 
The appointed candidate may be required to undertake security vetting clearance 
 
Closing Date: 6th February 2023 
 
Please submit a detail Curriculum Vitae (CV) to recruitment-PMRenewable_C@cefgroup.co.za