COEGA DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (CDC) VACANCIES

COEGA DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (CDC)

PROGRAMME MANAGER - IPD PROGRAMME: TSHWANE SEZ PROGRAMME

ACCOUNTABILITY
The Programme Manager: Tshwane Programme is accountable to the Programme Director (PrgD) of the Coega Development Corporation (CDC).

MANDATE
The Prog M: Tshwane Programme is mandated by the Board of Directors of the CDC to take responsibility for the project management excellence of designated infrastructure works required for the implementation of the Coega Project under the overall direction of the PrgD.

DESCRIPTION
RESPONSIBILITIES AND OBLIGATIONS
The primary objective of the Prog M is to deliver functional world-class purpose-built infrastructure, assisting various Clientele entities that the CDC assists in developing infrastructure projects and related services through the CDC Programme/s. In pursuance of this primary objective, the Prog M is required to:

Provide the CDC with Programme Management skills;
Management of Project Managers and other assigned staff;
Provide Team Leadership, guidance, and Mentoring;
Co-ordinate day-to-day Programme related activities;
Ensure Projects within the Programme are planned, executed and completed on time within budget and meeting clients’ needs;
To provide Architectural design expertise on special projects and liaison with other professionals;
Design co-ordination and Value Engineering (within Engineering, Cross Discipline and Clients);
Custodian of the Programmes Value Proposition and accountable for its implementation;
Responsible for relationship and stakeholder management and attends all Programme related meetings;
Ensure collation, packaging and timeous submission of quality information that might be required from time to time on Programme related matters for reporting to internal and external customers;
Responsible for collation and packaging of monthly progress reports for the Programme;
Responsible for implementation, following up and reporting on project controls (EVM, RMP, SMP, QMP, IPIP Cashflows, S-curves and Programme schedule);
Responsible for producing Infrastructure Programme Implementation Plan (IPIP) and ensuring its final signature by all the relevant parties;
Ensure that projects implemented by the CDC are budgeted for by the Client
Reviews document and designs produced and submitted by the Service Providers before being used or distributed to other parties;
Collates Programme performance information for reporting;
Responsible for the timeous submission of IA Fees claims to the Clients;
Responsible for responding to all Audit queries;
Responsible for professional development of Junior PMs assigned to the Programme.

REQUIREMENTS AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or equivalent;
Masters of Architecture will be an added advantage;
Professionally registered as PrArch with 15 years +;
15+ Years post graduate experience in the Built Environment fields inclusive of active project management experience;
A Project Management Professional Registration (Prince 2 Practitioner Certification/PMP), SACPCMP Registration;
Office design experience using Architectural software (AutoCAD/ ArchiCAD. © Software, etc.);
Proficiency in Revit software and BIM Model packages will be an added advantage;
Expertise in infrastructure solutions including the Office Asset Class and Industrial factories & Warehouses;
Oversee complex projects and provide insights across other Clusters and Business Units;
Managerial and leadership skills;
Good communication and report writing skills;
Guiding and management of team & junior staff, client engagement, team leadership and mentoring;
Manage customer relations effectively;
Liaison and management of multiple stakeholders (political, technical, labour unions, community representatives) at senior level;
Develop Business Plans.

Closing date: 19 May 2025

CDC is an employment equity employer and placement will be in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan.
The appointment of candidates is subject to the verification of all their credentials (employment history, educational, financial, criminal and any other checks as may be necessary). Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and if you have not heard from us within one month of submitting your application, please consider it unsuccessful.
CDC reserves the right not to make an appointment to any advertised position. No late applications will be considered
All applications must be forwarded to recruitment@coega.co.za

LOCATION: Pretoria Office
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT
GRADE: D2

UNIT HEAD – COMMERCIAL NEGOTIATIONS - OPERATIONS UNIT
ACCOUNTABILITY
The Unit Head: Commercial Negotiations is accountable to the Executive Manager: Operations of the Coega Development Corporation (Pty) Ltd.

MANDATE
Conceptualise, develop and implement negotiation strategies for potential CDC SEZ investors & CDC Commercial projects;
Lead or oversee all SEZ negotiations of the CDC, in particular projects of significant complexity and size whereby negotiations are held with senior level counter parties;

DESCRIPTION

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Conceptualise, develop and implement negotiation strategies for potential CDC SEZ investors & CDC Commercial projects;
Lead or oversee all SEZ negotiations of the CDC, in particular projects of significant complexity and size whereby negotiations are held with senior level counter parties;
Prepare detailed reports, agreements, and presentations related to transactions and ensuring all documentation aligns with SEZ requirements;
Lead the provision of Transaction Advisory (Project and Corporate Finance) services to CDC;
- Originate, negotiate and structure complex, multi-faceted projects for CDC in sectors including but not limited to, energy, water, transport, telecommunications, etc.);
- Advise on the structure, strategy, and execution of complex transactions
- Interpret and review project finance models;
- Coordination of feasibility studies;
- Conducting financial, legal, and operational assessments to ensure compliance with SEZ regulations and to evaluate the feasibility of transactions;
- Providing insights and recommendations on SEZ policies and their implications for the CDC.
Monitor market trends and regulatory developments to inform strategic recommendations;
Together with Capital Raising Unit, implement fund raising activities for CDC strategic projects;
Together with CDC Legal and CDC Operations divisions, develop and oversee management of SEZ Investor contracts between the CDC and Investors;
Develop and enhance the capabilities of the Commercial Unit;
Ensure adequate on the job training of the Commercial Unit including mentoring, performance management, etc;
Commercialise the various services the CDC proposes to render to investors/ tenants in the SEZ;
Assist Project Owners develop business models that allow each service to be rendered on a commercial basis and to the extent necessary, commercialise the service renderings;
Maintain key relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external;
Be able to stand in as Acting Operations Executive Manager should such Executive be absent and require such services.

Additionally ensure that:

During your period of employment and subsequent thereto, you shall keep confidential and shall not make use of, directly or indirectly, and shall not disclose any of the CDC’s trade secrets or confidential information or those of its subsidiary or associate companies or those of other persons who have made disclosures to the CDC under conditions of confidentiality, other than to persons authorised by the CDC or those employed by the CDC who are required to know such secrets or to have such information for the purpose of their employment with the CDC.
You shall not, without the written permission of the CEO, be directly or indirectly employed for gain in any business or pursuit other than that of the CDC. Such permission will be granted only if the CEO is satisfied that the activity is not in conflict with the CDC’s interests, and that the Employee’s ability to fulfil his/her duties to the CEO satisfaction will not be impaired.
It is conditional that you and/or no immediate relative or member of my household be employed by an organisation in direct competition with the CDC, without the CDC’s written approval. The CDC reserves the right to enquire as to the place of employment of my spouse or any member of my household.
You will abide by the CDC Code of Conduct and Ethics Policy which seeks to codify the expected ethical behavior from me, to meet the ideal of good corporate governance.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

B-Com, B-Com Honours Degree in Finance, Economics or Actuarial Science, or equivalent;
MBA or equivalent is advantageous;
At least ten (10) years of working experience as a Senior Manager in commercial negotiation, deal making, transaction advisory with legal acumen. A combination of the two will be an advantage;
Extensive experience in leading commercial negotiations and financial modelling;
In depth understanding of capital and complex projects;
Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act, Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act and King Code on Corporate Governance and strategic management of the Commercial Unit;
Knowledge of the SEZ and the governing legislations;
Sound knowledge of Corporate Governance;
Experience in commercial/ business environment;
A good knowledge of public sector environment;
High level of confidence required and an aspiring work ethic;
Excellent communication and problem solving skills;
Performance driven, strategic thinker, and an effective team player;
Advanced report writing and communication skills;
Strong managerial abilities.

KEY CHARACTERISTICS
The position requires a creative individual with strong communication skills, both written and verbal, an inspiring work ethic, strong negotiation and management skills with a readiness to be part of a collective. The ability to work in cross-functional teams and deal with a complex environment is critical to the ability to perform.

PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
Performance is monitored regularly by the Executive Manager: Operations, with reference to Key Performance Indicators and Strategic Control Systems.

Closing date: 19 May 2025

CDC is an employment equity employer and placement will be in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan.
The appointment of candidates is subject to the verification of all their credentials (employment history, educational, financial, criminal and any other checks as may be necessary). Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and if you have not heard from us within one month of submitting your application, please consider it unsuccessful.
CDC reserves the right not to make an appointment to any advertised position. No late applications will be considered
All applications must be forwarded to recruitment@coega.co.za

LOCATION: Gqeberha
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT

TRAINING FACILITATOR: CARPENTER TRADE - CORPORATE SERVICES: SKILLS DEVELOPMENT CENTRE

ACCOUNTABILITY
The Facilitator is accountable to the Head of the Coega Skills Development Centre.

MANDATE
The Facilitator is mandated by the Head of Coega Skills Development Centre to take responsibility for the facilitation of training courses as directed by the employer.

DESCRIPTION

RESPONSIBILITIES AND OBLIGATIONS
The primary objective of the Carpenter Trade Training Facilitator/ Assessor role is to deliver applicable learning programmes that includes: -

Selection of candidates for training interventions;
Development of learning materials;
- Facilitation of training (instruction, assessment etc) on and offsite;
Production of training reports;
Provision of input for certification;
- Facilitation of placement of learners with host employers (evaluation of the workplace for placement suitability, orientate workplace mentors etc);
- Provision of mentorship to learners and support to workplace (host employer) mentors;
Upkeep of the training workspace (lecturer room and workshop);
Ensuring adherence to training schedules;
- Conducting sites (host employers) visits frequently and regularly for support and monitoring of quality of provision;
- Maintain learner discipline;
- Overseeing and observe health and safety during institutional and workplace;
- Making input into training process, systems and processes;
- Planning and procurement of training consumables/inputs;
- Compiling and maintain inventory of tool and training equipment;
- Collection and timeous submission of attendance registers for processing of stipends.

Furthermore, all facilitators have to ensure that:

They are aware that they work in a safe and environmentally friendly manner;
They ensure that the company’s housekeeping standards are maintained throughout their area of responsibility;
They report any unsafe conditions or acts which they cannot rectify themselves to their SHE representative or to the Senior SHE Project Manager as soon as possible;
They report all SHE incidents which occur within their area of responsibility promptly and in the correct format;
They are totally familiar with their responsibilities in terms of the SDC’s emergency plan;
They timeously complete and correctly record any corrective action which needs to be taken in order to rectify a SHE matter;

The Training Facilitator has the authority to:

Immediately stop any person(s) on SDC’s property from committing an unsafe or destructive act or omission;
Take whatever immediate steps he/she deem necessary to prevent injury or environmental damage when confronted with an unsafe or destructive condition.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Overall facilitation of training programmes

Ensuring that training interventions are aligned to the CDC’s socio-economic objectives and quality assurance bodies;
Decide on and implement best training strategies;
Participate in SDC relevant meetings and forums;
Oversee smooth running of training activities during institutional and workplace training;
Ensure high retention of learners.

Monitoring

To monitor progress of all training programmes in terms of budget, implementation and quality outcomes;
To monitor learner attendance during both institutional and workplace training.

Stakeholder involvement

To interact with different role-players, interested and affected parties, stakeholders and implementing agents impacted by or impacting on the training programmes.

Reporting

To prepare reports as required and directed by the Head of the Coega Skills Development Centre.

REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES

NQF L4 in woodwork, joinery or equivalent trade;
Trade test in carpentry or joinery;
More than 5 years industry experience with 3 years in a similar role;
Knowledge of QMS (Training), new Occupational Qualifications; the role of QCTO and NAMB;
Knowledge and understanding of learning alignment matrix on OC qualifications;
Knowledge and understanding of assessment and moderation practices;
Knowledge of training legislation in relation to DHET;
Planning and organizing training activities;
Knowledge of general administrative processes;
Ability to work independently, multitask and work to deadlines;
Good interpersonal skills - the ability to communicate clearly and effectively;
Above average skills in writing and presenting information to different audiences

PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
Performance is monitored regularly by reference to Key Performance Indicators and Balanced Scorecard.

Closing date: 07 May 2025

CDC is an employment equity employer and placement will be in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan.
The appointment of candidates is subject to the verification of all their credentials (employment history, educational, financial, criminal and any other checks as may be necessary). Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and if you have not heard from us within one months of submitting your application, please consider it unsuccessful.
CDC reserves the right not to make an appointment to any advertised position. No late applications will be considered.

All applications must be forwarded to recruitment@coega.co.za

LOCATION: Gqeberha
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT
GRADE: C3

Get vacancies updates by email: