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INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (IDC)

INTERNAL AUDIT MANAGER – LEVEL 1
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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 IDC00527
Contract Type Permanent
Posting End Date 9 May 2025
Region Gauteng
IDC Job Grade P-Band

Job Description
To provide assurance activities on internal operating controls, processes and practices.

Qualification and Experience
QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum work experience: + 5 years Audit experience
Conduct audits from planning to reporting including issuing audit reports.
Assess and discuss management comments to audit findings.
Knowledge of risk assessment techniques
Reviewing the quality of audit files.
Coaching and mentoring junior staff

COMPETENCIES:

Planning and time management
Implementing/Coordinating
Reviewing/evaluating
Conceptual thinking and analytical skills
Problem solving/designing
Assessing/evaluating
Deciding
Learning/Researching
Influencing/advising
Informing/discussing/interviewing
Coaching/mentoring
Negotiating
Conflict Management

Roles and Responsibilities

To conduct allocated audits from planning, execution and reporting in line with best practices, IIA methodologies and standards and within agreed timeliness.
To conduct adhoc review of audit files and audit reports of junior auditors and peers in line with the quality assurance requirements.
To discuss audit findings with management as well as assess the management comments thereof.
To follow up on progress made by management in addressing previously raised audit findings.
Manage allocated assignments within agreed timelines.
Provide inputs to IDC’s systems and procedures before approval by the Systems and Procedures Committee.
Mentor and work with TOPP trainee students on audits and ensure IDC and SAICA professional standards are maintained.
Positive contribution toward formulation of the unit strategy and the Internal Audit three yearly rolling plan.
To contribute to the improvement of current audit activities and processes.
Initiate and manage implementation of key deliverables /strategies for the unit.
Provide an efficient service to both internal and external customers.
Ability to establish and maintain good relationship with key stakeholders.
Promote knowledge sharing within the team.

Job Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:

B Com Honours in Accounting or Auditing
Certified Internal Auditor will be added advantage
Membership of relevant professional body

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum work experience: + 5 years Audit experience
Conduct audits from planning to reporting including issuing audit reports.
Assess and discuss management comments to audit findings.
Knowledge of risk assessment techniques
Reviewing the quality of audit files.
Coaching and mentoring junior staff

COMPETENCIES:

Planning and time management
Implementing/Coordinating
Reviewing/evaluating
Conceptual thinking and analytical skills
Problem solving/designing
Assessing/evaluating
Deciding
Learning/Researching
Influencing/advising
Informing/discussing/interviewing
Coaching/mentoring
Negotiating
Conflict Management

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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To source, evaluate, and present applications for funding and structure deals that contribute towards SBU objectives and industry development goals.
This would include performing the complex financial and/or technical and/or marketing due diligence functions, as well as leading a due diligence team and ensuring risk identification and mitigation.
To contribute to development of strategies and plans for the SBU.

Job Description
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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

Originate deals across multiple industries in line with the SBU’s strategic objectives.
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.
Originate deals across multiple industries in line with the SBU’s strategic objectives.
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.

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 team members

Qualification and Experience
QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum qualification: relevant commercial or technical honours degree

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Demonstrated record of proactive deal sourcing, structuring, and closure.
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 or 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 financing instruments
Understand and review models of proposed financial structures
Competent in coaching and mentoring of team members.

TECHNICAL/FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES

Business and 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
Adaptability and resilience

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PROJECT DEVELOPER
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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 IDC00536
Contract Type Fixed Term Contract (24 months)
Posting End Date 4 May 2025
Region Gauteng
IDC Job Grade P-Band

Synopsis
Purpose of the Role

The Project Developer function will be instrumental in driving the Localisation
Support Fund’s (LSF) mission by identifying, developing, and executing high impact localisation projects.
This role requires a strategic thinker with exceptional
business development skills, a strong ability to build lasting relationships across
diverse stakeholders, and the capability to translate strategic objectives into
tangible outcomes that enhance South Africa’s industrial growth and localisation.

Job Description
Key Responsibilities

Project Identification and Execution: Identification, development, and
execution of high-impact localisation projects, ensuring alignment with
LSF’s strategic objectives.
Stakeholder Engagement: Cultivate and manage relationships with key
stakeholders, including industry leaders, government officials, and public private
partnerships.
Sector Collaboration: Partner with sector experts to identify opportunities
that catalyse industrial growth and localisation efforts.
Proposal Development: Develop robust project proposals, including
financial models and impact assessments, and present them for project
committee approval.
Project Delivery: Oversee the execution of approved projects, ensuring
delivery within scope, budget, and timelines.
Network Development: Build and maintain a network of industry, finance,
and consulting professionals to inform project development and
implementation.

Key Competencies

Strong business development acumen with proven experience in identifying
and executing high-value opportunities.
Exceptional relationship-building and stakeholder management skills, with
the ability to influence and align diverse groups toward shared goals.
Strategic thinking combined with hands-on execution capability to deliver
impactful projects.
Expertise in project development and management, including financial
modelling and impact assessment.
Experience in leading and inspiring high-performing teams in dynamic
environments.
Familiarity with South Africa’s manufacturing, industrial, and localisation
landscape is a strong advantage.

Qualification and Experience
Key Qualifications

Postgraduate degree in finance, business administration, engineering, or a
related field.
Minimum of 5–8 years of experience in senior business development,
consulting, or project development roles in finance, consulting, or
engineering industries.
Proven track record of developing and executing complex, high impact
projects.
Demonstrated ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams and build
partnerships across sectors.

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SPECIALIST: BUSINESS RESCUE
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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 IDC00534
Contract Type Permanent
Posting End Date 3 May 2025
Region Gauteng
IDC Job Grade P-Band

Job Description
To provide advice to clients depicting early warning signs of distress, assist in curbing further distress; and where distress is encountered, influence and monitor implementation of rescue solutions for distressed clients that are either going through Business Rescue or require Business Rescue intervention in order to prevent further deterioration.

Qualification and Experience
QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum requirements: The incumbent must have commercial qualifications e.g. BCom with post graduate degree / CA(SA)
MBA / MBL would be an advantage
Legal Qualification would be an advantage

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

At least 5-8 years’ experience in a Turnaround and Restructuring environment - businesses experiencing distress.
Experience in Business Rescue advisory and processing
Knowledge of business and the diversity of risks that may affect businesses.
Good understanding of different types of security.
Good working knowledge of Chapter 6 Company’s Act, Contract, Taxation, IFRS and Insolvency legislation.
Good knowledge of Industry standards, technology trends and best practices

Roles and Responsibilities

Provide advice and support to sector SBUs and Post Investment Segments in respect of their clients who are showing early signs of operational and/or financial stress. Attend all meetings to do with the specific Business Rescue process;
Plan and execute the Business Rescue process of IDC clients experiencing distress through:
- Carry out Business Reviews to 1) diagnose cause of distress and 2) ascertain reasonable prospect of client becoming operationally and financially viable;
- Determine the optimum Rescue solutions that will improve the company’s viability,
- Determine the optimum Financial/non-financial Restructuring intervention that can be implemented to support the Rescue strategy
- Influence the Business Rescue process for the benefit of the IDC;
- Evaluate Business Rescue plan presented by the Business Rescue Practitioner and recommend changes;
Safeguard IDC’s Security position through maintaining and/or improving the recoverability of IDC’s exposure,
Draft and present submission reports to various decision making committees,
Review drafted legal agreements to ensure they capture the IDC credit committee approval,
Closely monitor the implementation of the Business Rescue strategy through attending Creditors meetings; Interaction with key stakeholders; regular client visits; etc.
Regularly update the Business Advisory & Turnaround monitoring platform (SAP) iro tracking progress against process and status update notes;
Attend and contribute to the monthly Business Advisory & Turnaround Portfolio Management meetings
Prepare and present regular monitoring submissions to Portfolio Monitoring Committee
Provide efficient service to both internal and external stakeholders/clients;

Job Requirements
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

Business Turnaround & Rescue
Financial modelling
Analytical/Diagnostic Skills
Business/Commercial Acumen
Problem Solving/Solution Generation
Client Insights & Focus
Formulating strategies and concepts
Report writing Skills
Project Management Skills
Stakeholder Management

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

Communication & Presentation skills
Creating & Innovating
Coping with pressure & set backs
Planning & Organising
Negotiating & Influencing
Networking Skills
Results Driven
Coaching & Mentoring
Deciding & Initiating

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PROGRAMME MANAGER INFRASTRUCTURE FUNDING & FINANCING (60 MONTHS)
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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 IDC00524
Contract Type Fixed Term Contractor
Posting End Date 2 May 2025
Region Gauteng
IDC Job Grade M Band

Synopsis
This role provides for specialist project financing expertise and treasury functions as well as financial planning capability for the priority portfolio. The incumbent will be responsible for providing fit-for-purpose finance and funding solutions for project preparation and capital investments in the priority infrastructure portfolio. The role also entails finding innovative ways to structure capital funding for priority projects and programmes. This will be done in collaboration with the Infrastructure Fund, National Treasury and others funding sources. The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring that ISA plans for and sources the funding needed for priority projects’ preparation and develops financial and commercial models for these projects.

Job Description
Objectives

Development of financial and funding models for projects registered with Infrastructure South Africa and undergoing project preparation.
Assess and source the opportunity of public funding and private financing (PPPs, blended finance) for priority infrastructure projects.
Lead the preparation and sourcing of additional funding mechanisms to implement Infrastructure South Africa’s mandate for project preparation.
Provide strategic guidance to project sponsors on aligning project objectives with funding opportunities.
Manage a multi-disciplinary team of infrastructure funding and financing specialists.
Build relationships and collaborations with key stakeholders in the infrastructure funding & financing space such as the development finance institutions, multi-lateral development banks, commercial banks, and sovereign wealth funds.

Qualification and Experience
Basic requirements for the role
Formal Qualification/Degree Any of the following qualifications:
Postgraduate/NQF level 8 related qualification in Financial Engineering, Development Finance, Economics, Actuarial Science or Accounting.

Experience

Minimum 8 to 10 years of experience in infrastructure finance, financial modelling, risk assessment, and strategic financial management, with a strong background in public-private partnerships and green finance.
Advantage: Minimum of 3 years’ experience working at a management level. Registration with a Professional Body N/A 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.
Additional Advantage: Registration with a statutory body or legally recognized association.

Roles and Responsibilities
Job Related Knowledge

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.

Behavioural Competency

Communication Skills
Teamwork
Relationship Building
Adaptability & Innovation
Continuous Learning
Problem Solving
Attention to Detail
Ethical Conduct
Organizational Skills 8 Resilience

Technical Competency

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

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SENIOR ECONOMETRICIAN: CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE (60 MONTHS)
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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 IDC00523
Contract Type Fixed Term Contractor
Posting End Date 2 May 2025
Region Gauteng
IDC Job Grade P-Band

Synopsis
The ISA Centre of Excellence (CoE) objective is to ensure that Infrastructure South Africa becomes the leading and “go-to” authority on Infrastructure Research, Information, Long-term Planning and Guidance in South Africa and Africa. The Senior Econometrician will play a leading role in conducting econometrical analysis to ensure this mandate of the ISA CoE is achieved.

Job Description
Objectives

Collecting, compiling, and analysing economic datasets.
Performing data quality and validation checks.
Compiling, manipulating, and analysing economic data.
Developing econometric models for several relevant economic variables and market metrics, infrastructure related.
Identifying and analysing key economic indicators.
Preparing economic reports, charts, and slides.
Maintaining and updating a repository of all the data.
Providing technical input regarding the development of analytical models and unit-based decision support systems.

Qualification and Experience
Basic Requirements for the role
Formal Qualification/Degree

Degree (NQF Level 7) or Postgraduate (NQF Level 8) qualification in Econometrics, Economics or similar.
A Masters degree (MCom/MBA) will be an added advantage.

Work Experience

Minimum 5 to 8 years relevant working experience in the following areas:
Knowledge and understanding of applications of Eviews, Input/Output, SAM, CGE and other Econometrics platforms.
Knowledge and understanding of monitoring of economic activities and formulating economic outlook for the organisation using econometric modelling techniques.
Strong knowledge and understanding of databases on statistical and mathematical analysis of economic relationships.
Knowledge and understanding of economic markets and economic forecasting.
Experience, Knowledge and understanding of macroeconomic modelling, correlation analysis and cost benefit assessments.
Experience, Knowledge and understanding of conducting EX Post Evaluation of projects.
Knowledge and experience in conducting econometric research for infrastructure projects.
Managerial experience in leading teams/projects.

Roles and Responsibilities
Job Related Knowledge

Public Finance Management Act and regulations (Act 1 of 1999).
Infrastructure Development Act (Act 23 of 2014).
Economic principles and indicators.
Public administration principles.

Job-Related Skills

Strong Planning, Coordination and Managerial Skills
Strong Economic Analysis Capabilities
Strong Research Skills
Strong Econometrics Skills
Excellent Written and Verbal Communication Skills
Understanding of Infrastructure Sectors

Behavioural Competency

Adapting and Responding to Change
Deciding and Initiating Action Skills
Relating and Networking Skills
Negotiating and Influencing Teams
Presentation Skills
Excellent Communications Skills

Technical Competency

Strong technical capabilities, including the ability to gather, coordinate, analyse, and disseminate large quantities of data with precision and care
Adept at queries, report writing and presenting findings
Advanced macroeconomic analysis
Quantitative and qualitative analysis
Prioritisation Skills
Report Writing Skills
Project Management Skills
Strong Analytical Skills

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HUMAN CAPITAL (HC) ADMINISTRATOR
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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 IDC00530
Contract Type Permanent
Posting End Date 2 May 2025
Region Gauteng
IDC Job Grade A Band

Job Description
To provide comprehensive and administrative support to the entire Human Capital Business value chain to effectively support HC and its customers in the administration process thus ensuring a seamless administrative end-to-end HC administrative process. It also involves updating and maintaining of data within a Human Capital Management (SAP) systems, ensuring governance to processes and quality HC service delivery.

Roles and Responsibilities

Provide administrative support regarding staff movement processes (recruitment, internal appointments, transfers, secondments and rotations)
Ensuring consistent and efficient delivery of HC resourcing and administrative services facilitating effective and timeous talent management processes and administration, in support of the respective HC Business Partners portfolios. To capture and maintain the relevant staff movement data within the human capital management system.
Provide administrative support regarding learning and development initiatives and activities.
Efficiently and effectively support L&D administration function ensuring accuracy and maintenance of bursaries and training data and records and consistently provide quality administrative services in support of L&D initiatives.
Provide administrative support regarding employee data management, staff benefits & wellness administration.
Accurately, efficiently, and effectively provide support relating to employee data management, staff benefits, and wellness administration aligned to relevant policies and legislative requirements for governance and compliance, and the provision of employer/employee support to ensure that employees are fully aware of the IDC benefits offering and in support of effectively benefits management practice. To capture and maintain the relevant employee data, staff benefits and wellness data within the human capital management system.

Job Requirements
Formal Qualification/Degree

NQF Level 6 - National Diploma in Human Resource Management, Social Science, Financial Management, Information Management/ Technology or any relevant qualification

Job Related Knowledge and Skills (knowledge of systems, processes, regulations or law)

Minimum of 3-5 years relevant experience
Knowledge of HC Value Chain processes
Basic Conditions of Employment Act
Employment Equity, POPIA and Labour Relations Act
Medical Aid Schemes
Knowledge of Human Capital or Financial Reporting
Skills Development Levy
SAPHR (PA, LSO)
Words, Excel, PowerPoint
HR Smart, MIE and Talent Central (or equivalent E- recruitment systems)
Competency based interviewing techniques, recruitment strategies

UCF COMPETENCY PROFILE (BEHAVIOURAL)

Deciding and initiating action
Working with people
Relating and networking
Applying expertise and technology
Planning and organizing
Delivering results and meeting customer expectations
Following instructions and procedures
Coping with pressure and setbacks
Adhering to principles and values
Persuading and influencing
Presenting and communicating information
Achieving personal work goals and objectives

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MANAGER: OFFICE SUPPORT
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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 IDC00532
Contract Type Fixed Term Contractor
Posting End Date 2 May 2025
Region Gauteng
IDC Job Grade M Band

Synopsis

JOB PURPOSE

To provide a comprehensive and strategic support to the Chief Operations Officer by providing day to day oversight of operational matters and supporting the long-term planning, execution and measurement of developmental and deal activity across Operations.
To serve as strategic advisor and counsel to COO
To monitor, evaluate and measure the timeous implementation of strategic objectives across the Operations SBU’s and prepare presentations for various boards and committees.
Support the co-ordination and alignment of all Operations activities across planning; segments: Projects, Medium to Large Business (SBUs) and Small Industrial Finance and Regions; partnerships (Financial Services Partnerships and Partnership Programmes) and support (Technical Services).
Oversee the management of Operations Reporting and Client Experience

Qualification and Experience
QUALIFICATIONS

A Post graduate Qualification in a relevant field (e.g. CA(SA), MBA/MBL, LLB etc)

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

The preferred candidate will have a minimum of 8 - 10 years’ experience in field of discipline.
Thorough understanding of the operations/dealmaking value chain environment.
Experience in State Owned Entities or development finance entities and understanding of all applicable legislative and governance principles is preferred
Understanding of sustainable banking imperatives and environmental, social and governance requirements would be an advantage
Candidate must have an appreciation of the role of the IDC
Impeccable managerial, leadership and interpersonal skills
The candidate must have absolute commitment towards the values of the Corporation.
Experience in engaging, managing and negotiating with relevant specialist bodies, government institutions, industry associations etc.
Experience working in a high-level collaborative environment
Proven track record of effectively interacting with senior management
Ability to work strategically and collaboratively across departments
Effective, versatile and action-oriented
Excellent communication skills
Ability to manage multiple competing priorities while building effective relationships
Extremely organized and persistent, with drive and determination to achieve goals
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Advanced Excel and PowerPoint
Practical knowledge of SAP will be an added advantage

Roles and Responsibilities
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial / Shareholder Returns

To manage the Chief Operations Officer budget and cost centres. Consolidating budget reports across Operations SBU’s.
To assist in reporting activities and preparing comparative reports.
To assist in the monitoring and evaluation of strategic priorities for Operations and early detection of problematic areas and possible solutions.

Internal / Operational Processes

To serve as strategic advisor and counsel to COO
To assume day-to-day responsibility for projects and tasks and coordinate the execution of strategic initiatives
To create and maintain cross-departmental relationships to enable leadership success
To assess inquiries directed to the COO, determine the proper course of action and delegate to the appropriate individual to manage
Participate in strategy formulation and implementation for the COO’s office.
Provide strategic advice and support on policy matters,
Management of the Office (planning and co-coordinating the activities of the office).
Assist with reporting on various operational activities.
In conjunction with Divisional complaints champions, align complaints principles to the strategic intent,
Overseeing consistent resolution and management of complaints, ensuring root cause analysis is performed and identifying trends for business improvement and risk management purposes.
Analyse trends and provide recommendations for remediation.
Prepare MI reporting and table analysis at key governance forums.
Monitor and evaluate divisional performance and ensure measure/interventions are put in place.
To generate ideas for improvement of cross functional processes or resolution of complex problems.
Formulate and prepare speeches and presentations for the COO.
Participate in corporate strategic initiatives/projects.
Research and provide specialist knowledge and advice to COO relating to all operational aspects.
Provide input to Executive Management Committee (Exco) and other strategic committees in the Corporation.
To effectively formulate and implement systems and procedures to ensure compliance and provide innovative solutions to take operations forward.
Provide Management Information reports to IDC Management and the Board on a continuous basis and to provide information on an Ad Hoc basis to other internal and external stakeholders.

Corporate Strategic Alignment

To participate in and support Corporate Initiatives.
To partner with Executives to formulate and implement innovative ways to improve Customer focus.
Monitor and evaluate divisional strategic priorities and preparation of reporting and presentation requirements.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

Resilience
Decisiveness in Execution
People Engagement
Communication and Engagement
Diverse Stakeholder Management
Teamwork
Innovation
Change leadership
Strategic Thinking
Business Mind Set

TECHNICAL/FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES

Business acumen
Analytical and problem solving
Results and solution orientated
Planning and organizing
Leadership and managerial skills.
Monitoring and evaluation

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

Verbal and written communication skills
Coaching skills.
Negotiation and influencing capability.
Ability to follow through with initiatives.
Ability to motivate and work with teams from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Sense of urgency and can-do attitude
Flexible and able to deal with ambiguity.

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SENIOR DEALMAKER
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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 IDC00515
Contract Type Permanent
Posting End Date 1 May 2025
Region Gauteng
IDC Job Grade M Band

Synopsis
JOB PURPOSE
To evaluate and present applications for funding and structure deals that contribute towards SBU objectives and industry development goals. This would include performing the complex financial and/or technical and/or marketing due diligence functions, as well as leading a due diligence team and ensuring risk identification and mitigation.

Job Description
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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.

Learning, Leadership & People Growth

Provide team leadership and management 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
Assist in developing and input into the SBU business plan.
Implementing the SBU business plan

Qualification and Experience
QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum qualification: CA SA
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

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 or 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.

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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