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INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (IDC) VACANCIES
INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (IDC)
COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
JOB NUMBER IDC00306
JOB GRADE A Band
CLOSING DATE 12-Jul-2024
SYNOPSIS
Infrastructure South Africa (ISA) has the mandate to act as an Aggregator: Single Window of Entry & Custodian of the Country’s Infrastructure Project Pipeline. These compromises of national, provincial, municipal, public and or private sector role players.
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB PURPOSE:
The role of the communications officer will be to coordinate the corporate communications of the organisation. Their duties include writing and distributing corporate communication materials, developing and implementing communication strategies to promote an organization’s mission, vision, and goals, and enhance its public image and reputation.
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Any of the following qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, or Journalism.
EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE:
• 2 – 5 years’ experience in Communication, Public Relations, or similar roles.
• Knowledge of the Public Relations Principles, Media Landscape, Communication Theory, Brand Management & Legal and Ethical Considerations.
• 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.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies to support organizational 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 organization.
• Write, edit, and proofread communication materials to maintain consistency, accuracy, and brand voice.
• Monitor media coverage and public sentiment to identify emerging issues and opportunities.
• Coordinate press conferences, interviews, and promotional events to generate visibility and engagement.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including marketing, public relations, and executive leadership, to align messaging and communication efforts.
• Support crisis communication efforts by developing communication plans and coordinating responses to mitigate reputational risks.
• Stay informed about industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in communication and public relations.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
• Media Relations
• Content Creation
• Social Media Management
• Event Management
• Crisis Communication
• Digital Marketing
• Internal Communication
• Public Speaking
• Research and Analysis
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Creativity
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Teamwork
• Time Management
• Attention to Detail
• Emotional Intelligence
• Professionalism
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
As our entity (IDC) provides financing and funding, the need to ensure Trust, Honesty and Integrity in all financial and non-financial activities must be above reproach.
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COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
JOB NUMBER IDC00306
JOB GRADE A Band
CLOSING DATE 12-Jul-2024
SYNOPSIS
Infrastructure South Africa (ISA) has the mandate to act as an Aggregator: Single Window of Entry & Custodian of the Country’s Infrastructure Project Pipeline. These compromises of national, provincial, municipal, public and or private sector role players.
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB PURPOSE:
The role of the communications officer will be to coordinate the corporate communications of the organisation. Their duties include writing and distributing corporate communication materials, developing and implementing communication strategies to promote an organization’s mission, vision, and goals, and enhance its public image and reputation.
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Any of the following qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, or Journalism.
EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE:
• 2 – 5 years’ experience in Communication, Public Relations, or similar roles.
• Knowledge of the Public Relations Principles, Media Landscape, Communication Theory, Brand Management & Legal and Ethical Considerations.
• 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.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies to support organizational 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 organization.
• Write, edit, and proofread communication materials to maintain consistency, accuracy, and brand voice.
• Monitor media coverage and public sentiment to identify emerging issues and opportunities.
• Coordinate press conferences, interviews, and promotional events to generate visibility and engagement.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including marketing, public relations, and executive leadership, to align messaging and communication efforts.
• Support crisis communication efforts by developing communication plans and coordinating responses to mitigate reputational risks.
• Stay informed about industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in communication and public relations.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
• Media Relations
• Content Creation
• Social Media Management
• Event Management
• Crisis Communication
• Digital Marketing
• Internal Communication
• Public Speaking
• Research and Analysis
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Creativity
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Teamwork
• Time Management
• Attention to Detail
• Emotional Intelligence
• Professionalism
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
As our entity (IDC) provides financing and funding, the need to ensure Trust, Honesty and Integrity in all financial and non-financial activities must be above reproach.
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EXTERNAL RELATIONS OFFICER
JOB NUMBER IDC00307
JOB GRADE A Band
CLOSING DATE 12-Jul-2024
SYNOPSIS
Infrastructure South Africa (ISA) has the mandate to act as an Aggregator: Single Window of Entry & Custodian of the Country’s Infrastructure Project Pipeline. These compromises of national, provincial, municipal, public and or private sector role players.
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB PURPOSE:
The External Relations Officer will be responsible for initiating and managing strategic partnerships with government, civil society and other existing and potential ISA stakeholders in order to strengthen the organisation's networking capacity. The officer will have to play a key relationship manager role in the definition and delivery of projects by assessing the needs and expectations of stakeholders and ensure that they are effectively addressed as well as to ensure the leveraging of stakeholder resources effective and efficiently.
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Any of the following qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Political Sciences, International Relations, or Public Relations.
EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE:
• 2 – 5 years’ experience in Stakeholder Management or similar roles.
• Knowledge of the Communication Theory, Relationship management, Stakeholder engagement matrix, Brand Management & Legal and Ethical Considerations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in executing stakeholder engagement matrix.
• 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 stakeholder engagement.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Develop, drive and implement a Stakeholder Management Strategy and supporting processes and structures for the infrastructure Investment Plan.
• Develop and implement programmes to position ISA with key stakeholders.
• Develop and implement the leveraging of stakeholder resources.
• Feed stakeholder input and feedback into the overall knowledge management system.
• Ensure that there is Stakeholder Perception feedback.
• Develop constructive and co-operative working relationships with local, provincial, and national governments, private sector, international stakeholders and other ISA stakeholders, and maintaining them over time.
• Advise ISA on government and private sector initiatives directly or indirectly related.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
• External Communications
• Stakeholder Mapping
• Stakeholder Management
• Event Management
• Negotiation
• Networking
• Project Management
• Stakeholder analysis
• Research and Analysis
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Creativity
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Teamwork
• Time Management
• Attention to Detail
• Emotional Intelligence
• Professionalism
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
As our entity (IDC) provides financing and funding, the need to ensure Trust, Honesty and Integrity in all financial and non-financial activities must be above reproach.
APPLY NOW
EXTERNAL RELATIONS OFFICER
JOB NUMBER IDC00307
JOB GRADE A Band
CLOSING DATE 12-Jul-2024
SYNOPSIS
Infrastructure South Africa (ISA) has the mandate to act as an Aggregator: Single Window of Entry & Custodian of the Country’s Infrastructure Project Pipeline. These compromises of national, provincial, municipal, public and or private sector role players.
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB PURPOSE:
The External Relations Officer will be responsible for initiating and managing strategic partnerships with government, civil society and other existing and potential ISA stakeholders in order to strengthen the organisation's networking capacity. The officer will have to play a key relationship manager role in the definition and delivery of projects by assessing the needs and expectations of stakeholders and ensure that they are effectively addressed as well as to ensure the leveraging of stakeholder resources effective and efficiently.
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Any of the following qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Political Sciences, International Relations, or Public Relations.
EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE:
• 2 – 5 years’ experience in Stakeholder Management or similar roles.
• Knowledge of the Communication Theory, Relationship management, Stakeholder engagement matrix, Brand Management & Legal and Ethical Considerations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in executing stakeholder engagement matrix.
• 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 stakeholder engagement.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Develop, drive and implement a Stakeholder Management Strategy and supporting processes and structures for the infrastructure Investment Plan.
• Develop and implement programmes to position ISA with key stakeholders.
• Develop and implement the leveraging of stakeholder resources.
• Feed stakeholder input and feedback into the overall knowledge management system.
• Ensure that there is Stakeholder Perception feedback.
• Develop constructive and co-operative working relationships with local, provincial, and national governments, private sector, international stakeholders and other ISA stakeholders, and maintaining them over time.
• Advise ISA on government and private sector initiatives directly or indirectly related.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
• External Communications
• Stakeholder Mapping
• Stakeholder Management
• Event Management
• Negotiation
• Networking
• Project Management
• Stakeholder analysis
• Research and Analysis
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Creativity
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Teamwork
• Time Management
• Attention to Detail
• Emotional Intelligence
• Professionalism
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
As our entity (IDC) provides financing and funding, the need to ensure Trust, Honesty and Integrity in all financial and non-financial activities must be above reproach.
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PROPERTY VALUER
JOB NUMBER IDC00294
JOB GRADE P-Band
CLOSING DATE 10-Jul-2024
JOB DESCRIPTION
To undertake independent professional valuations of immovable property for IDC operational SBU’s and Departments
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Qualifications
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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PROPERTY VALUER
JOB NUMBER IDC00294
JOB GRADE P-Band
CLOSING DATE 10-Jul-2024
JOB DESCRIPTION
To undertake independent professional valuations of immovable property for IDC operational SBU’s and Departments
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Qualifications
- Diploma or Degree in Land Management/ Economics; Valuation & Estate Management, Regional & Town Planning, or equivalent.
- Appropriate registration with South African Council for Property Valuers Profession, or equivalent.
- Minimum 5 years’ appropriate experience in land and building
- Analysis and interpretation of the factors and market forces and information effecting asset values.
- Experience in valuation of movable assets (plant, equipment and machinery) would be an added advantage.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- To independently review and determine appropriate fixed asset (land and building) values cognisant of all value forming factors for the purpose of verifying purchase prices, authenticating shareholder contributions, establishing security cover, setting reserve prices at disposal, insurance, etc.
- To provide expert advice within field of expertise regarding values, value forming factors, market trends, collateralization, etc.
- To maintain relevant records and relations in support of expertise, expert knowledge.
- To maintain pertinent professional and expert standing, both within and beyond IDC
- Review external and internal valuation reports.
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SENIOR ACCOUNT MANAGER
JOB NUMBER IDC00276
JOB GRADE M Band
CLOSING DATE 05-Jul-2024
JOB DESCRIPTION
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Financial / Shareholder Returns
• Ensure financial soundness of all credit submissions.
Internal / Operational Processes
- Evaluate applications for funding
Designing and negotiating the financial and legal relationship between the client and IDC for the specific deal. - Risk identification and mitigation
- Deal optimization - ensuring that the deal is aligned with the strategic objectives of the Department and will contribute to meeting industry development goals
- Support the development and implementation of strategies or action plans to drive the Department’s strategic objectives.
- Account management function up to first draw
- Prepare well written and motivated reports for presentation to the relevant Panel and other Panel as required.
- Conduct peer reviews on all peer submissions.
- Training, mentoring and coaching of Account Managers
- To effectively interact with internal IDC departments 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.
- 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
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum qualification: relevant commercial or technical honours degree
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (CONT.)
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
- 5-7 years related experience of which 4 years should be in deal assessment as well as closing of transactions
- Knowledge of the civil society sector
- Knowledge in assessing all associated issues in a transaction (Legal, risks, etc.)
- Experience in interpretation and analysis of financial statements
- Competent in coaching and mentoring team members.
TECHNICAL/FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES
- Experience with M&E
- Exposure to the NGO sector
- Financial acumen
- Risk identification and mitigation
- Investment/Portfolio Management
- Stakeholder Management and customer focus
- Planning and organizing
- 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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