INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (IDC)

 

 

 

PROGRAMME SUPPORT: EXTERNAL RELATIONS COMMUNICATIONS (42 MONTHS)

Job number IDC00722

Contract Type Fixed Term Contractor

Posting End Date 10 May 2026

IDC Job Grade A Band

 

Synopsis

Job purpose

  • The incumbent will provide support to the Programme Manager and the Chief Director: External Relations and Communications in the Office of the Head: Infrastructure South Africa.
  • The incumbent will provide administrative and strategic support to the team in relation to stakeholder management, communications, brand management, eventing, public relations, media and marketing.

 

Job Description

Key performance areas

  • Support the development and implementation of comprehensive communication strategies to support organisational goals.
  • Create engaging content for various communication platforms, including press releases, social media, newsletters, and websites.
  • Coordinate relationships with media outlets, journalists, and influencers to ensure positive coverage of the organisation.
  • Assist with writing, edit, and proofread communication materials to maintain consistency, accuracy and brand voice.
  • Monitor media coverage and public sentiment to identify emerging issues and opportunities.
  • Collaborate with internal teams, including marketing, public relations, and executive leadership, to align messaging and communication efforts.
  • Support the Stakeholder Management Strategy and supporting processes and structures for the Infrastructure Investment Plan.
  • Coordinate internal department meetings and record minutes.
  • Provide general administrative and office support, including organising meetings, maintaining the calendar of events, and taking minutes.

 

Roles and Responsibilities

Qualifications

  • Any of the following qualifications: Degree in Journalism, Communications, Political Science and International Relations.

Knowledge & experience

  • 2 to 5 years relevant experience.

Job-related skills

  • 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.

Organisation context

  • The Industrial Development Corporation is a national development finance institution whose primary objectives are to contribute to the generation of balanced, sustainable economic growth in Africa, and to the economic empowerment of the South African population, thereby promoting the economic prosperity of all citizens.

 

Job Requirements

UCF competency profile (technical)

  • Media Relations
  • Content Creation
  • Social Media Management
  • Event Management
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Digital Marketing
  • Internal 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

 

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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SENIOR DEALMAKER (NORTH WEST)

 

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 IDC00723

Contract Type Permanent

Posting End Date 10 May 2026

Region North-West

IDC Job Grade M Band

 

Synopsis

To evaluate and present applications for funding and structure deals that contribute towards the SBU objectives and industry development goals.

This would include performing the complex financial and/or technical and/or marketing due diligence functions across the country, as well as leading a due diligence

team and ensuring risk identification and mitigation. It is also required to assist the Regional Manager with the implementation of provincial and corporate wide initiatives as and when required.

 

Job Description

Financial / Shareholder Returns

· Evaluate and effectively structure transactions with detailed application of IDC financing instruments.

· Ensure financial soundness of all credit submissions.

Internal / Operational Processes

· Evaluate applications for finance (financial, technical and marketing disciplines)

· Deal structuring - Designing and negotiating the financial and legal relationship between the client and IDC for the specific deal.

· Risk identification and mitigation

· Leading of due diligence teams on high value / complex transactions

· Deal optimization - ensuring that the deal is aligned with the strategic objectives of the unit and will contribute to meeting industry development goals

· Support the development and implementation of strategies or action plans to drive the SBU’s strategic objectives.

· Account management function up to first draw

· Prepare well written and motivated reports for presentation to the relevant Credit and other committees as required.

· Conduct peer reviews on all due diligence disciplines.

· Training, mentoring and coaching of Business Analysts and Dealmakers

· Provide advice to Business Analysts and Dealmakers in the handling of enquiries and Applications

 

Customer Focus & Stakeholder Management

· To effectively interact with different SBUs and departments in order to fulfil the process requirements related to any specific deal / transaction.

· Manage and enhance the levels of service and communication to ensure the provision of client service excellence.

· Build and maintain a strong deal pipeline

· Proactively drive new business growth in line with specific initiatives that are aligned to the SBU strategy including plan of action in respect of cold calling, presentations, travel plan, entertaining potential clients to extend the reach of the Regional Office resulting in new applications pitched and/or approved by the IDC

 

Learning, Leadership & People Growth

· Provide team leadership in transactions during due diligence

· Manage own development to enhance own competencies

· Participate in knowledge sharing in the team and cross functional

· Coaching and mentoring of team members

 

Qualification and Experience

· Minimum qualification: relevant commercial or technical honours degree

· 8-10 years related experience of which 8 years should be in deal assessment as well as closing of transactions ( i.e. management of approved deals up to first drawdown, including ensuring timely conclusion of legal agreements).

· Declared competent in three due diligence disciplines (Marketing, Technical and Financial)

· Grounded in all three disciplines

· Transaction leadership (complex deals)

· Knowledge in assessing all associated issues in a transaction (Legal, risks, etc.)

· Experience in peer review

· Experience in interpretation and analysis of financial statements

· Knowledge of the market environment and technology landscape

· Knowledge of financing instruments

· Understand and review models of proposed financial structures

· Competent in coaching and mentoring of team members

 

Job Requirements

TECHNICAL/FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES

· Financial acumen

· Risk identification and mitigation

· Investment/Portfolio Management

· Stakeholder Management and customer focus

· Planning and organising

· Report writing skills

 

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

· Presentation and communication skills

· Negotiation skills

· Relationship Building and Networking skills

· Persuading and Influencing skills

· Coaching and Mentoring

· Leading and Co-ordinating

 

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