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INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (IDC) VACANCIES
INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (IDC)
OFFICE SUPPORT MANAGER: LEGAL AND COMPLIANCE
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 IDC00657
Contract Type Permanent
Posting End Date 14 Dec 2025
Region Gauteng
IDC Job Grade P-Band
Synopsis
• To provide a comprehensive and strategic support to the Divisional Executive by providing day to day oversight of operational matters and supporting the long-term planning, execution and measurement of activity across the division.
• To serve as strategic advisor and counsel to Divisional Executive.
• To monitor, evaluate and measure the timeous implementation of strategic objectives in the division and prepare presentations for various boards and committees.
• Support the co-ordination, planning and alignment of divisional activities.
• Identifying trends for business improvement and risk management purposes.
Qualification and Experience
• Bachelor’s Degree
• A Post graduate Qualification in a relevant field (e.g. CA(SA), MBA/MBL, LLB, Engineering; Project Management will be an added advantage
• The preferred candidate will have a minimum of 5-8 years’ experience in field of discipline.
• Experience in public, financial or development finance institutions and understanding of all applicable legislative and governance principles is preferred.
• Candidate must have an understanding of the role of the IDC.
• 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.
Roles and Responsibilities
Financial / Shareholder Returns
•To manage the Divisional budget and cost centers. Consolidating budget reports in the division.
•To assist Departmental Heads in collating inputs to the annual budgeting process.
•To consolidate budget reports across the Division from Departmental Heads.
•To assist in reporting Divisional activities and preparing comparative reports.
Divisional Operational Processes
•To serve as strategic advisor and counsel to Divisional Executive.
•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 assess inquiries directed to the Divisional Executive in order to determine the proper course of action and, where required, delegate to the appropriate individual to ensure resolution.
•Participate in strategy formulation and implementation for the Division.
•Provide strategic advice and support on policy matters.
•Assist with reporting on various operational activities/initiatives.
•Assist in the implementation of an effective client experience management framework including oversight of process optimization and digitization, complaints management, culture skills and targeted client service levels.
• Analyse trends and provide recommendations for remediation.
• Prepare Management information reporting and table analysis at key governance forums.
• Monitor and evaluate Divisional performance and ensure appropriate measures/interventions are put in place.
• To generate ideas for improvement of cross functional processes or resolution of complex problems.
• Participate in corporate strategic initiatives/projects.
• Research and provide specialist knowledge and advice to Divisional Executive relating to all operational aspects.
• Provide input to Executive Management Committee (Exco) and other strategic committees in the Corporation.
• To input into effective formulation and implementation of Divisional systems and procedures to ensure compliance and provide innovative solutions to take operations forward.
Corporate Strategic Alignment
• To participate in and support Corporate Initiatives.
• To formulate and implement innovative ways to improve Customer focus.
• Monitor and evaluate Divisional strategic priorities and preparation of reporting and presentation requirements.
Customer Focus & Stakeholder Management
• To foster and maintain relationships with internal and external clients.
Learning, Leadership & People Growth
• Keep up to date with latest strategic trends and developments (conferences and relevant forums).
• To research best practice measures.
• Take responsibility for personal development and growth.
• Promote the sharing of knowledge and best practice in the Division
PLEASE APPLY HERE
OFFICE SUPPORT MANAGER: LEGAL AND COMPLIANCE
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 IDC00657
Contract Type Permanent
Posting End Date 14 Dec 2025
Region Gauteng
IDC Job Grade P-Band
Synopsis
• To provide a comprehensive and strategic support to the Divisional Executive by providing day to day oversight of operational matters and supporting the long-term planning, execution and measurement of activity across the division.
• To serve as strategic advisor and counsel to Divisional Executive.
• To monitor, evaluate and measure the timeous implementation of strategic objectives in the division and prepare presentations for various boards and committees.
• Support the co-ordination, planning and alignment of divisional activities.
• Identifying trends for business improvement and risk management purposes.
Qualification and Experience
• Bachelor’s Degree
• A Post graduate Qualification in a relevant field (e.g. CA(SA), MBA/MBL, LLB, Engineering; Project Management will be an added advantage
• The preferred candidate will have a minimum of 5-8 years’ experience in field of discipline.
• Experience in public, financial or development finance institutions and understanding of all applicable legislative and governance principles is preferred.
• Candidate must have an understanding of the role of the IDC.
• 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.
Roles and Responsibilities
Financial / Shareholder Returns
•To manage the Divisional budget and cost centers. Consolidating budget reports in the division.
•To assist Departmental Heads in collating inputs to the annual budgeting process.
•To consolidate budget reports across the Division from Departmental Heads.
•To assist in reporting Divisional activities and preparing comparative reports.
Divisional Operational Processes
•To serve as strategic advisor and counsel to Divisional Executive.
•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 assess inquiries directed to the Divisional Executive in order to determine the proper course of action and, where required, delegate to the appropriate individual to ensure resolution.
•Participate in strategy formulation and implementation for the Division.
•Provide strategic advice and support on policy matters.
•Assist with reporting on various operational activities/initiatives.
•Assist in the implementation of an effective client experience management framework including oversight of process optimization and digitization, complaints management, culture skills and targeted client service levels.
• Analyse trends and provide recommendations for remediation.
• Prepare Management information reporting and table analysis at key governance forums.
• Monitor and evaluate Divisional performance and ensure appropriate measures/interventions are put in place.
• To generate ideas for improvement of cross functional processes or resolution of complex problems.
• Participate in corporate strategic initiatives/projects.
• Research and provide specialist knowledge and advice to Divisional Executive relating to all operational aspects.
• Provide input to Executive Management Committee (Exco) and other strategic committees in the Corporation.
• To input into effective formulation and implementation of Divisional systems and procedures to ensure compliance and provide innovative solutions to take operations forward.
Corporate Strategic Alignment
• To participate in and support Corporate Initiatives.
• To formulate and implement innovative ways to improve Customer focus.
• Monitor and evaluate Divisional strategic priorities and preparation of reporting and presentation requirements.
Customer Focus & Stakeholder Management
• To foster and maintain relationships with internal and external clients.
Learning, Leadership & People Growth
• Keep up to date with latest strategic trends and developments (conferences and relevant forums).
• To research best practice measures.
• Take responsibility for personal development and growth.
• Promote the sharing of knowledge and best practice in the Division
PLEASE APPLY HERE
SENIOR SPECIALIST: STRATEGIC INITIATIVES - ENERGY COUNCIL (FTC 24 MONTHS)
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 IDC00658
Contract Type Fixed Term Contract (24 months)
Posting End Date 14 Dec 2025
IDC Job Grade M Band
Synopsis
To provide strong technical leadership with good communication skills and strategic thinking to coordinate and deliver outcomes for the priority focus on Grid and Energy modelling.
To strategically coordinate multiple workgroups with appointed senior business leads and public sector counterparts in preparation for reporting and approval.
Manage procurement and delivery from service providers on technical elements and scopes of work.
Engage and influence senior counterparts across public and private sectors to enable collaborative engagement and decisions on Grid and Energy Modelling
Supporting the migration of NECOM technical workstream management towards sustainable engagement platforms with Department, NTCSA and others
Job Description
- Ensure compliance with all governance protocols agreed for partnership working.
- Support the implementation of administrative procedures, reporting structures and operational controls.
- Develop strategic frameworks for integration of stakeholders and related objectives to provide short-to-long-term outlook on Grid expansion and development in line with national planning imperatives.
- Run models and interpretation of issues impacting Grid capacity
- Provide leadership interface to other role players and broader considerations such as local content development.
- Promote informed positions on behalf of the Council and its members.
- Act as the technical authority on behalf of the Council
- Manage junior staff to deliver quality administration
- Build strong and trusted relationships with all stakeholders
- Directly engage and support the Energy Council CEO
- Act as the technical authority on behalf of the Council
- Manage junior staff to deliver quality administration
- Build strong and trusted relationships with all stakeholders
Qualification and Experience
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in applicable field, with MBA, Master’s degree or equivalent preferred.
- Proven leader with collaborative style and ability to build strong relationships and partnerships with key stakeholders.
- 10 years of experience working in energy sector – specific Grid experience would be an advantage, regional knowledge will also be an advantage.
- Demonstrable experience and understanding of the energy sector of South Africa and its developmental agenda.
- Direct experience and knowledge of SA network and energy transition related impacts and considerations in relation to Grid development and impact
- Experience and competent modeller in PLEXOS.
- Demonstrate strong networks and relations in public sector, including NTCSA, IPPO, DEE. International networks in energy planning would be an advantage.
Roles and Responsibilities
Technical/Functional Competencies
- Project Management: Knowledge and skill in project management.
- Project Tracking and reporting: Knowledge and skill in project tracking and reporting.
- Activity and Project Coordination: Knowledge and skill around activity and project coordination.
- Assessment: Knowledge and skill around assessment.
- Schedule Work: Knowledge and skill around scheduling work.
- PLEXOS modelling
- Grid and Network knowledge and experience
- Scenario planning, knowledge of IRP and related energy policy frameworks
Behavioral Competencies
- Manages Complexity: Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
- Plans and Aligns: Planning and prioritising work to meet commitments aligned with organisational goals.
- Optimises Work Processes: Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Ensures Accountability: Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
- Balances Stakeholders: Anticipating and balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders.
IDC is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of the JDC and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but not limited to candidates from underrepresented designated groups.
PLEASE APPLY HERE