INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (IDC) VACANCIES

INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (IDC)

SENIOR ACCOUNT MANAGER

Job number IDC00787

Contract Type Permanent

Posting End Date 20 Aug 2026

Region Gauteng

IDC Job Grade M Band

Synopsis

This role is to evaluate the economic merit of applicant businesses and present applications that contribute towards the Department’s objectives and industry development goals.

The evaluation would include performing the financial, technical and marketing due diligence functions and ensuring risk identification and mitigation.

To prepare motivation and present application for funding for consideration to the Adjudication Panels/Investment Committees

Job Description

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial / Shareholder Returns

Ensure financial soundness of all credit applications.
Develop financial model for the assessment of financial sustainability of applicants’ s businesses
Participate in due diligence teams ensuring that businesses are viable and sustainable.

Internal / Operational Processes

Efficient management of allocated applications for funding, liaising with applicants, conducting basic assessments, resolving queries from applicants and conducting due diligence with other team members.
Perform due diligence on applications funding
Evaluate applications including financial, technical, or marketing disciplines through due diligence investigations.
Designing and negotiating the financial, EHS, legal and other relationships between the clients and IDC for the specific deal (where applicable)
Deal Optimization - Ensure that the deal is aligned with the strategic objectives of the department as specified by the funder and will contribute to meeting industry development goals.
Conduct compliance assessments as required.
Initiate collation of all Conditions Precedent prior to handover to Post Investment team.
Review requests for funding, conduct the required assessments and prepare drafting of submission reports for review in preparation of submission to the approval panel.
Ensure submissions are finalized and submit proposals to Approval or Investment Panel/Committee ensuring accurate client data management.
Ensure signed reports are submitted to Admin for Investment Panel preparation and filing.
Attend to and resolve all queries.
Follow required process when handing over approved Business Partner to Post Investment Team
Lead due diligence teams as appointed to, ensuring interest of IDC is maintained, and recommendation is ready for consideration.

Qualification and Experience

QUALIFICATIONS (Formal qualifications)

CA (SA) or BCom Accounting with post graduate degree e.g. BCompt, BEng / BSc or similar qualification
MBA/MBL will be an advantage
Project Management Professional qualification (PMP) will be an advantage

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

8 to 10 years’ experience in a Financial Institute/ Development Financing environment role with exposure to due diligence in a financial / development/banking institution.
Should have at least 5 years’ experience in assessing the economic viability of businesses and/or projects
Sound experience in a financial environment is essential
Outstanding skills in respect of the analysis and interpretation of financial statements
Sound knowledge of business and the diversity of risks that may affect businesses
Very good understanding of different types of security
Good working knowledge of Company and Contract legislation
Understanding of Economic trends
Project management experience.
Extremely good writing and presentation skills, particularly to committees & boards
Experience working in a high-level collaborative environment
Ability to manage multiple competing priorities while building effective relationships
Extremely organized and persistent, with drive and determination to achieve goals
Ability to transfer knowledge to team members

Roles and Responsibilities

General

Enhance IDC’s reputation and build trust amongst the stakeholders.
Build and maintain a network of relationships across the Corporation.
Partner with the team in building and fulfilling the mandate of the department in line with the IDC’s and department’s specific policies, systems & procedures.
Utilize own and expert knowledge, experience, multi-dimensional understanding and application of best practices in the fulfilment of the role.
Assist with the preparation of accurate and timeous reporting for various stakeholders as requested
To peer review the necessary reports for management and various committees and Boards.
Ensure that the team is familiar with all the relevant terms and conditions of the contractual relationship between IDC and its business partner.
Design and compile reports and checklists to ensure efficient and effective monitoring and evaluation.
Assist the department in the development of annual business plans and formulation and implementation of strategies to execute the role of the department.
To provide continuous technical guidance to fellow team members in all key areas of their responsibilities.
To assist Line Manager with reporting to stakeholders and other adhoc functions as and when requested and proactively.
Provide input to strategic matters relating to the department.

Learning, Leadership & People Growth

Drive and manage own development to enhance own competencies.
Participate in knowledge sharing in the team and cross functional
Build and maintain influential relationships with Business Partners
Ensure accurate and timeous delivery of service levels and key deliverables to achieve a high performance within the department

Job Requirements

Customer Focus & Stakeholder Management

Maintain meaningful relationships with enquirers, applicants and portfolio clients in conjunction with different support functions in the IDC.
Ensure the provision of client service excellence and optimize service delivery in a manner that meets the client’s needs;
Efficient management of allocated applications for funding, liaising with applicants, conducting basic assessments, resolving queries from applicants and conducting due diligences with other team members.
To effectively interact with the required departments to fulfil the process requirements related to any specific business transaction.
Manage and enhance the levels of service and communication to ensure the provision of client service excellence.
Prepare communication to inform Business Partner if application is not approved due to outstanding documentation or as a result of non-approval by the panel and update SAP.
Liaise, communicate and promote the department externally.
Identify strategic data collected for each Business Partner and ensure this is obtained.

TECHNICAL/FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES

Customer Insight & Focus
Stakeholder Management
Financial modelling
Business/Commercial Acumen
Report writing skills
Problem Solving
Analytical & Diagnostic Skills
Problem Solving
Project Management Skills
Consulting Skills
Report writing skills

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

Negotiating & Influencing
Resilience
Deciding and Initiating.
Planning & Organizing
Teamwork
Presentation and communication skills
Coaching and mentoring
Coping with Pressures and Setbacks

IDC is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. In accordance

with the employment equity plan of the IDC and its employment equity goals

and targets, preference may be given, but not limited to candidates from

underrepresented designated groups.

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ASSOCIATE-DEVELOPMENT DEBT

Job number IDC00784

Contract Type Permanent

Posting End Date 15 Aug 2026

Region Gauteng

IDC Job Grade P-Band

Job Description

To ensure the correct and timeous implementation of approved transactions and proactive management of Business Partners with the view of enhancing portfolio management by focusing on support, value add and growth and optimizing cashflow collection, where relevant and protection of IDC’s interests.

Qualification and Experience

Qualifications:
BCom Accounting with post graduate degree e.g. BCompt (Honours) or BSC engineering or similar 4-year undergraduate qualification with finance experience.
CA (SA) would be an advantage

Knowledge and Experience:

The candidate should have at least 5-8 years of relevant experience in post investment monitoring / portfolio management or evidencing experience in managing key aspects of business partner relationships by considering risks, mitigants and protecting financial interests.
Experience and knowledge in the portfolio management, restructurings, Due Diligence, drawdowns processes.
Accounting / relevant IFRS9, financial modelling and analysis experience will be an added advantageous.
Experience in assessing the economic viability of businesses and/or projects
Sound experience in a financial environment is essential
Skills in respect of the analysis and interpretation of financial statements
Sound knowledge of business and the diversity of risks that may affect businesses
Good understanding of different types of security
Understanding of Economic trends would be an advantage
Project management experience will be an advantage.
Knowledge and/or understanding of BP strategic diagnostics would be an advantage
Knowledge and experience on how to help BP’s execute value levers

Roles and Responsibilities

Post investment and portfolio monitoring and management of allocated portfolio, some of which may be complex, technical and/or high value Business Partners.
Ensure proper handover of Business Partners from the respective SBU is completed and all key priority and risk areas are discussed during the handover meetings.
Periodically conduct SPPI (e.g. loans) impairment reviews and timeously prepare Business Partner credit quality assessment reports in accordance with the approved IDC guidelines and policies on allocated portfolio business partners.
Identify Business Partners, where performance is not at the required level and develop a framework to ensure regular client visits occur and a diagnostic analysis is conducted to identify areas requiring improvement and specialized assistance and intervention.
Schedule performance monitoring feedback sessions with investee companies on a regular basis. Ensure that monitoring and counselling services are provided on Value Creation levers in accordance with the Value Creation Plans and that Business Partners meet the contractual and underwriting obligations.
Conduct client visits and regular Business Partner reviews, which include undertaking reviews, application funds reviews where applicable and AFS analysis, covenant reviews and assigning of risk rating to Business Partners.
Proactively identify early warning signals and initiate appropriate intervention processes where necessary.
To ensure that all necessary amendments to contracts during the life span of the Business Partner are timeously and adequately executed.
To ensure that all exit processes i.e. early settlement, IRR and other calculations and release of security on the allocated portfolio of business partners are properly executed.
To promptly monitor and follow-up all payments due to IDC, including interest, capital, dividends, fees etc. on the allocated portfolio of Business Partners.
To focus on collection inflows from Business Partners and monitoring forecasts against actual performance.
To analyse financial information from allocated Business Partners on a regular basis and assess the need for initiating intervention based on the analysis.
To ensure maximising of IDC value and limiting losses by being considerate of eventual exiting of investments where relevant.
To focus on enhanced portfolio management and by focusing on value add and growth of IDC’s clients and optimised cashflow collection, where relevant while at the same time ensuring protection of IDC’s interests.
To assist in refining and adopting the evolving debt as set out.
From time to time to be involved in department and organisation wide initiatives linked to the department’s function.
Prepare portfolio reports as and when required on the portfolio under management and present to all relevant portfolio risk management committees.
Prepare and present credit submissions (amendments, condonations, restructurings etc.) to the relevant credit committees.

Job Requirements

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

Portfolio Management
Customer Insight & Focus
Formulation of Strategies & Concepts
Stakeholder Management
Financial modelling
Business/Commercial Acumen
Report writing skills
Value Creation Planning
Problem Solving
Analytical & Diagnostic Skills
Project Management Skills
Consulting Skills
Report writing skills

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

Negotiating & Influencing
Credible Activist
Deciding and Initiating
Planning & Organizing
Coaching and mentoring
Presentation and communication skills
Negotiating & Influencing
Coping with Pressures and Setbacks

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SENIOR STRATEGIST

IDC is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of the IDC and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but not limited to candidates from underrepresented designated groups.

Job number IDC00786

Contract Type Permanent

Posting End Date 15 Aug 2026

Region Gauteng

IDC Job Grade M Band

Job Description

To facilitate IDC’s corporate planning process and participate in the development & implementation of IDC long term strategy and associated plans.

Qualification and Experience

B. Degree in relevant field
Honours Degree, Masters/ MBA or MBL will be added advantage
Minimum 8 – 10 years’ experience in the development and implementation of a business strategy in a relevant environment.
Knowledge of the Development Finance sector
Understanding of Financial planning, analysis and strategic financial policy development
Understanding of performance management principles
Broad knowledge and understanding of Government policy priorities
Understanding of change management and business process re-engineering
Good understanding of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS Project

Roles and Responsibilities

Responsible for the development, review and approval of corporate planning processes and related systems.
Support the corporate target-setting process, including consolidation, validation and alignment of corporate performance targets.
Undertake corporate-level data and performance analysis to support planning, monitoring and executive decision-making.
Provide data, analysis and technical support for monthly, quarterly and annual performance reporting, ensuring accuracy, consistency and audit readiness.
Develop, communicate and ensure adherence to the annual planning calendar in collaboration with key stakeholders (Human Capital, Financial Management, Strategic Financial Planning).
Support Strategic Financial Management in the development and continuous review of IDC’s long-term financial and capital plan to ensure sustainable growth.
Contribute to IDC capital allocation activities and investment decision-making processes to ensure alignment with the optimal investment portfolio and strategic priorities.
Participate in the development and review of IDC’s long-term strategy and associated plans.
Support SBUs/Departments/Divisions with strategic planning and alignment of business plans to corporate objectives, particularly within the Finance and Investment clusters.
Provide strategic, tactical and policy-related insights to inform corporate planning and decision-making processes.
Monitor changes in the operating environment and provide strategic advisory to the Corporation, including input into emerging national legislation and policy.
Lead and coordinate internal and external audit engagements, acting as the interface between auditors and SBUs, including facilitation of information requests, resolution of findings and close-out processes.
Drive data integrity and audit readiness through validation of performance information against source documentation, ensuring improved data quality and minimal variances.
Enhance corporate reporting through integration of pipeline data, forward-looking analysis and automation of recurring reports to support decision-making.
Support continuous improvement of reporting systems and tools (e.g. Power BI and SAP), including development of integrated, visually enhanced and decision-oriented reports.
Provide training, guidance and coaching to SBUs and team members on KPI definitions, measurement and reporting practices to ensure consistency and clarity across the organisation.
Mentor and coach junior team members and support knowledge sharing within the team.
Communicate corporate strategy and performance insights across the organisation at various forums

Job Requirements

TECHNICAL/FUCNTIONAL COMPETENCIES

Analytical and problem-solving

Negotiation and Influencing

Attention to detail

Planning and Organizing

Professionalism and discretionary

Diverse Stakeholder Management

Decisiveness in Execution

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

Results Oriented.

Ethical Commitment

Balanced Judgment and accountable leadership

Relationship Building & Networking

Political Awareness

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INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT PLANNER (GENERALIST) - INDUSTRY PLANNING

Job number IDC00785

Contract Type Permanent

Posting End Date 14 Aug 2026

Region Gauteng

IDC Job Grade M Band

Synopsis

• This role supports the formulation, coordination and implementation of industry development strategies, programmes and initiatives across multiple sectors and value chains.

• The role provides strategic planning, analytical and stakeholder engagement capability to the Industry Planning team, enabling the IDC to identify industry development opportunities, strengthen value-chain competitiveness and respond flexibly to emerging priorities.

• The Planner will contribute to integrated industry planning, facilitate collaboration across business units and external stakeholders, and support the execution of industry development interventions aligned with the IDC's strategic objectives.

• The role may be required to support multiple industry sectors, strategic programmes and cross-cutting initiatives, depending on organisational priorities.

Job Description

Internal/Operational Processes

• Lead or support the formulation of industry value chain and thematic development roadmaps, depending on organisational priorities and resource requirements.

• Together with SBUs or Projects develop clear, tangible implementation plans for industry/value chain development following consultation with relevant internal and external stakeholders.

• Identify project and investment opportunities.

• Compile analytical frameworks for sectors.

• Provide industry, market and policy insights across multiple sectors to inform strategic decision-making by Industry Planning, SBUs and project teams.

• Monitor/review actual vs anticipated developmental trajectory of industries and subsectors and take corrective measures (revision of strategies/focus areas/action plans) as required.

• Lead or participate in government and industry development Steering Committees/Forums and stakeholder engagements to inform industry development initiatives.

• Ongoing engagement with Operations and Support Units to ensure that industry development strategies are optimally executed and updated/refined where strategies prove to not yield the desired outcomes.

• Identification and management of risks relating to industry development strategies.

• Provide value-adding input and guidance to the Client Support & Growth teams and to the SBUs to ensure that investee companies are contributing to overall industry development goals.

• Participate in ad hoc and unscheduled strategic interventions required to address challenges/priorities in the industry/value chain or the IDC.

• Support the preparation of executive reports, presentations and strategic recommendations for IDC governance structures.

Cross-Sector Strategy and Integration

• Support industry planning activities across multiple sectors and value chains as required.

• Identify opportunities, linkages, synergies and adjacencies between industries and strategic initiatives.

• Contribute to multidisciplinary industry development projects, programmes and task teams.

• Assist with the preparation of integrated industry development strategies and implementation plans.

• Conduct comparative analysis of industries, value chains and international benchmarks to identify development opportunities.

• Support rapid-response strategic assignments and emerging priority initiatives identified by management.

Customer Focus & Stakeholder Management

• Actively engage relevant industry stakeholders and participate and represent the IDC in industry forums (internal and external) to:

• influence the goals, objectives, activities and initiatives of such forums (and participating parties) to ensure that the IDC’s ultimate industry development goals are achieved.

• learn from industry stakeholders/parties participating in industry forums.

• create a conducive environment for the development/growth of industries and/or their subsectors.

• Clearly articulate and communicate industry/sector-specific strategies within the IDC and the larger external stakeholder group, e.g., through publication of articles, speeches at conferences, and social media presence.

• Develop and maintain stakeholder networks across a broad range of sectors, government institutions, industry associations, development partners and research organisations.

• Facilitate stakeholder engagements, workshops and consultations to support industry planning and strategy development activities.

• Collaborate with experts and sector specialists to strengthen industry planning outputs.

Qualification and Experience

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification: relevant post graduate qualification.

• MBA or Master’s would be an advantage.

Knowledge & experience

• 8-10 years’ industry experience, including strategy development & implementation.

• Sound knowledge and practical understanding of:

• global industries and value chains.

• global markets.

• technology landscape.

• regulatory landscape and alternative frameworks.

• economic policy.

• future trends (local and global).

• emerging industries.

• Demonstrated ability to rapidly acquire knowledge and develop strategic insights in unfamiliar industries, value chains and emerging sectors.

• Experience working across multiple sectors, value chains, programmes or strategic initiatives.

• Experience in strategic planning, project/programme management or industry development initiatives.

• Experience facilitating stakeholder engagements and multi-stakeholder processes.

• Strong research, analytical and problem-solving capability.

• Ability to rapidly understand and assess unfamiliar industries and value chains.

• Good networks within industries in both private and public space.

• Experience in coaching and mentoring team members.

Roles and Responsibilities

Learning, Leadership & People Growth

• Contribute towards the development of competencies and knowledge of industries within the organisation.

• Contribute to the development of institutional knowledge products, industry intelligence reports and thought leadership publications.

• Build organisational capability in industry development planning through collaboration, mentoring and knowledge transfer.

• Keep up to date with the latest industry developments (conferences, sector forums, literature reviews and internal IDC engagement).

Job Requirements

Technical/Functional Competencies

• Industry development & execution mind-set.

• Industry development and execution mindset.

• Strategic and systems thinking.

• Value chain analysis.

• Industry and market research.

• Policy and regulatory analysis.

• Programme and project management.

• Stakeholder engagement and facilitation.

• Problem solving and analytical reasoning.

• Report writing and presentation development.

• Scenario planning and futures thinking.

• Innovative mindset.

• Knowledge management.

• Cross-functional collaboration.

Behavioural Competencies

• Learning agility.

• Adaptability and resilience.

• Presentation and communication skills.

• Negotiation skills.

• Relationship building and networking skills.

• Persuading and influencing skills.

• Coaching and mentoring.

• Leading and co-ordinating.

• Ability to work effectively within and across teams.

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PROGRAMME LEAD: INFRASTRUCTURE FINANCE AND INVESTMENT - (39 MONTHS)

Job number IDC00782

Contract Type Fixed Term Contractor

Posting End Date 12 Aug 2026

Region Gauteng

IDC Job Grade P-Band

Synopsis

The purpose of the Infrastructure Finance & Investment Lead is to drive the development and implementation of a strategy for mobilisation of infrastructure and investment efforts across economic sectors (including the tourism sector) by identifying, engaging and maintaining relationships with potential investors, financiers and strategic partners for priority projects and programmes. The incumbent will coordinate targeted investor outreach, prepare investor-facing materials, facilitate market sounding and investor engagements, and support the positioning of projects as credible and investment-ready opportunities. The role works closely with project sponsors, internal teams and public and private sector stakeholders to promote the infrastructure pipeline, track investor interest and feedback, and enable follow-up actions that advance funding, financing and partnership opportunities.

Job Description

Provide strategic leadership for investment mobilisation, funding and financing across the priority investment propositions, ensuring alignment with national priorities and organisational objectives.
Lead the development and execution of investment strategies, capital mobilisation plans and financing solutions to attract public, private, institutional and development finance into priority projects and programmes.
Oversee the structuring, appraisal and packaging of investment opportunities to ensure projects are commercially credible, bankable, risk-informed and attractive to investors and financing partners.
Build and manage senior-level relationships with investors, financiers, development finance institutions, multilateral development banks, government entities, project sponsors and strategic partners.
Provide investment governance, oversight and quality assurance for funding proposals, investor engagements, transaction preparation and investment decision-making processes.
Monitor investment pipeline performance, funding progress, investor commitments, risks and market trends, and provide strategic advice, reporting and recommendations to executive leadership and relevant governance structures.
Establish, maintain and regularly update a Prioritised Investment Proposition (PiP) portfolio aligned to strategic goals (FDI attraction, GDP impact, youth and rural job creation).
Implement a standardized process to review, assess and rank individual investment propositions for viability, strategic fit and measurable impact on FDI, GDP and inclusive employment.
Maintain criteria and scorecards that weight foreign investment potential, expected GDP contribution, and inclusive job outcomes (disaggregated by youth and rural metrics).
Proactively secure or facilitate finance for priority PiPs, including preparing investment-ready documentation, deal structuring and de-risking support.
Match PiPs with appropriate funders—international investors, development finance institutions, national banks and impact investors—targeting partners whose mandates advance FDI, GDP growth and jobs for youth and rural communities.
Track funding pipelines and close funding gaps through tailored financing strategies (blended finance, guarantees, equity, concessional debt).

Qualification and Experience

Formal qualification/degree

Any of the following qualifications: Postgraduate/NQF level 8 related qualification in Financial Engineering, Development Finance, Economics, Actuarial Science or Accounting.

Work experience

Minimum of 5 - 8 years of experience in mobilisation infrastructure and investment projects/proposals across sectors, infrastructure finance, financial modelling, risk assessment, and strategic financial management, with a strong background in public-private partnerships and green finance.
Managing projects and proposals from investment mobilization, deal making, implementation, operationalization and managing the investment commercial imperative.
Additional Advantage: Minimum of 3 years’ experience working at a management level.
Additional Advantage: Registration with a statutory body or legally recognized association.

Roles and Responsibilities

International best practice in infrastructure funding & financing.
Relevant Legislation such as PFMA/MFMA & Regulations, Donor Funds, PPP Framework.
Strong analytical skills in assessing funding opportunities, with experience in economic modelling, policy evaluation, business model development, and financing mechanism.
Knowledge of infrastructure industry trends, financial markets, and regulatory frameworks.
Strong understanding of infrastructure issues and the interrelated linkages.
Proficiency in financial modelling tools with ability to effectively interpret and communicate the output and recommendation.
Ability to build and manage relationships
Good written and verbal communication skills
Excellent scheduling and time management skills
Good analytical skills
Good interpersonal skills
Ability to liaise and engage with both internal and external stakeholders
Good technical understanding of financial concepts
Ability to multitask and thrive under work pressure
Ability to delegate responsibly
Solutions oriented
Good presentation skills
Proficiency in MS Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, MS Teams

Job Requirements

UCF competency profile (behavioural)

Communication Skills
Relationship Building
Adaptability & Innovation
Problem Solving
Attention to Detail
Teamwork
Organizational Skills
Resilience
Ethical Conduct
Continuous Learning

UCF competency profile (technical)

Ability to build and manage relationships
Good written and verbal communication skills
Excellent scheduling and time management skills
Good analytical skills
Good interpersonal skills
Ability to liaise and engage with both internal and external stakeholders
Good technical understanding of financial concepts
Ability to multitask and thrive under work pressure
Ability to delegate responsibly
Solutions oriented
Good presentation skills
Proficiency in MS Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, MS Teams

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PROGRAMME MANAGER TECHNICAL SERVICES OFFICE - (39 MONTHS)

Job number IDC00783

Contract Type Fixed Term Contractor

Posting End Date 12 Aug 2026

Region Gauteng

IDC Job Grade M Band

Synopsis

This role entails the provision of technical services to project owners regarding the planning, preparation and implementation of priority public infrastructure projects. The incumbent will be responsible for overseeing the entire lifecycle of infrastructure projects and programmes, from initial design and planning through construction and delivery, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards, often coordinating multiple teams and stakeholders to achieve successful project outcomes. The envisaged priority infrastructure projects cut across spheres of government and also public entities. This will be done under one of ISA’s key programmes of Technical Services Office that is aimed at building scale and impact through effective implementation of infrastructure projects and programmes which drive the delivery of public infrastructure.

Job Description

• Project planning and management – development of business cases/project implementation plans etc. • Stakeholder management. • Technical oversight on projects. • Strong strategic vision and thought leadership in the field of Technical Infrastructure Services best practice. • Apply innovative technical mechanism for public infrastructure delivery in various sectors. • Apply strategic public infrastructure delivery mechanisms for all three spheres of government. • Apply infrastructure delivery mechanisms that provide additional technical capacity to government. • Manage a multi-disciplinary team of built environment specialist. • Build relationships and collaborations with key stakeholders in the infrastructure planning and delivery space. • Foster key partnerships with local & international stakeholders in the field of infrastructure trends.

Qualification and Experience

Formal qualification/degree• Any of the following qualifications: Postgraduate/NQF level 8 related qualification in the Built Environment. Work experience• Minimum 8 to 10 years of experience in infrastructure project planning, implementation, and delivery in both public and private sectors. • Additional Advantage: Minimum of 3 years’ experience working at a management level. Registration with a professional body• Registration with a statutory body or legally recognized association.

Roles and Responsibilities

• International best practice in infrastructure planning & delivery. • Relevant Legislation and Frameworks such as PFMA, FIPDM, IDMS, 5 Case Model. • Communication & Relationship Building. • Continuous Learning & Adaptability. • Expert knowledge of the built environment professions and duties. • Promote good teamwork, with an ability to work in and across matrix structures, and guide others with vast knowledge of the construction industry. • Ability to build and manage relationships • Good written and verbal communication skills • Excellent scheduling and time management skills • Good analytical skills • Good technical skills • Ability to liaise and engage with both internal and external stakeholders • Good technical understanding of financial concepts • Ability to multitask and thrive under work pressure • Ability to delegate responsibly • Solutions oriented • Good presentation skills • Proficiency in MS Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, MS Teams

Job Requirements

UCF competency profile (behavioural)• Communication Skills • Relationship Building • Adaptability & Innovation • Problem Solving • Attention to Detail • Teamwork • Organizational Skills • Resilience • Ethical Conduct • Continuous Learning UCF competency profile (technical)• Ability to build and manage relationships • Good written and verbal communication skills • Excellent scheduling and time management skills • Good analytical skills • Good technical skills • Ability to liaise and engage with both internal and external stakeholders • Good technical understanding of financial concepts • Ability to multitask and thrive under work pressure • Ability to delegate responsibly • Solutions oriented • Good presentation skills • Proficiency in MS Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, MS Teams DC is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of the IDC and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but not limited to candidates from underrepresented designated groups.

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PROGRAMME SUPPORT: EXTERNAL RELATIONS OFFICER (39 MONTHS)

Job number IDC00781

Contract Type Fixed Term Contractor

Posting End Date 12 Aug 2026

Region Gauteng

IDC Job Grade A Band

Synopsis

The External Relations Officer will be responsible for supporting ISA’s investment mobilisation agenda by identifying, engaging and maintaining relationships with local and international investors, financiers, development finance institutions and strategic partners. The officer will facilitate targeted investor outreach, coordinate engagement platforms and prepare investor-facing information to promote priority infrastructure investment opportunities. The role will also support the capture of investor intelligence, feedback and market insights to inform project packaging, strengthen investor confidence and enable effective investment facilitation across ISA’s infrastructure pipeline.

Job Description

Develop, drive and implement an investment outreach strategy to identify, target and engage local and international investors aligned to ISA’s infrastructure investment priorities.
Build and maintain a pipeline of prospective investors, financiers, development finance institutions and strategic partners to support priority infrastructure projects.
Coordinate investor engagement activities, including roadshows, investment forums, bilateral meetings, site visits and targeted outreach campaigns.
Prepare investor-facing briefing notes, project profiles, presentations and information packs that clearly communicate investment opportunities, value propositions and key project requirements.
Capture investor feedback, market intelligence and engagement outcomes in the knowledge management and stakeholder management systems to inform project packaging and investment facilitation.
Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with government departments, public entities, private sector investors, financiers, and international partners.
Advise ISA on investor trends, funding appetite, market barriers and public or private sector initiatives that may influence infrastructure investment mobilisation.

Qualification and Experience

Formal qualification/degree

Any of the following qualifications: National Diploma/Degree in Journalism, Communications, and International Relations

Work experience

2 - 5 years relevant experience

Roles and Responsibilities

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
Proficiency in using communication tools and platforms, including social media management software and content management systems.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
Creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of ethical standards and legal requirements related to communication and public relations.
Demonstrated experience in sectoral coordination, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, compelling communication.
Ability to establish and sustain productive relationships across government, media and the public.
Proven experience across digital and traditional media platforms.

UCF Competency Profile (Technical)

Media Relations
Content Creation
Social Media Management
Event Management
Stakeholder Management
Digital Marketing
Internal and external Communication
Research and Analysis

UCF Competency Profile (Behavioural)

Excellent Communication Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Creativity
Problem-Solving Skills
Teamwork
Time Management
Attention to Detail
Emotional Intelligence
Professionalism

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