NATIONAL EMPOWERMENT FUND (NEF)

 

 

 

SECURITY OFFICER

Listing reference: nef_000165

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 24 April 2026

Position summary

Industry: Financial Services

Job category: Other: Safety and Security

Location: Sandton

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

 

Introduction

Responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment through proactive patrols, monitoring of CCTV and access control systems as well as professional response to incidents and emergencies while delivering excellent customer service and accurate incident reporting.

 

Job description

  • Always guard the NEF against any safety and security breaches.
  • Ensuring all personnel (staff, tenants and clients) go through access control process before entering and exiting the building.
  • Ensure all dangerous objects are detected and declared by clients or staff accessing the building from reception area.
  • All dangerous object declared are kept and registered at the security access point and further stored in a firearm safe found at security reception.
  • Maintain and write detailed incident reports on all irregular incidents that might occur during shifts and keep records thereof.
  • Monitor the movements of visitors and contractors on the building and ensure that the correct security protocol is followed.
  • Conduct patrols in line with the standard operating procedures.
  • Log any irregularities that are picked up through the control room via the surveillance equipment.
  • Report any camera faults or CCTV system issues to the OHS & Security Manager and/or the Security Supervisors to ensure that cameras are repaired timeously.
  • All occurrences or incidents are recorded in the occurrence books.
  • Ensure patrol and inspection are done correctly and consistently.
  • Ensure all contractors entering the building are always recorded in the register and escorted into the building to perform their required assignment under monitoring by security.
  • Ensure adherence to the Occupational, Health and Safety procedures of the NEF by all employees and visitors.
  • Assist in the safeguarding of property and assets during events within the NEF.
  • Liaise with emergency and health services if required for large events.
  • All private assets entering the organisation to be recorded on the asset register.
  • Report safety issues such as vandalism and damage to property to the Facilities Manager and/ or Supervisor.
  • Keep an eye on the exit and entrance of the building to safeguard the assets of the NEF and the employees.
  • Be the safety and security ambassador by educating employees and the visitors on safety issues within the organisation.
  • Inspect escape routes and participate in evacuation drill exercise.
  • Ensure water tank monitoring system is working.
  • Ensure back-up generator is tested weekly.

 

Minimum requirements

Experience / Skills Required

  • 1 year experience as a Security Officer.
  • Experience with PSIRA regulations and qualifications.
  • Working Knowledge and experience of the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act No. 85 of 1993 and regulations as amended.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to stay alert during long shifts.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to report incidents clearly and accurately.
  • Preference will be given to South African citizens.
  • Must be willing to work shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

 

Qualification Requirements

  • Matric
  • Grade ‘A, B or C’ PSIRA (Private Security Industry Regulating Authority) security officer's certificate

 

Personal Attributes/Behaviours/Attitudes

  • Team Player.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Ability to communicate.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Hard working and self-motivated
  • Effective communication skills – verbal and written
  • Time management and organisational skills
  • Display a professional work approach
  • Trustworthy and punctual.
  • Willing to work extended hours
  • Good customer Service Skills

 

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SENIOR ESD & THIRD-PARTY FUNDS SPECIALIST

Listing reference: nef_000164

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 21 April 2026

Position summary

Industry: Financial Services

Job category: Fundraising

Location: Sandton

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

 

Introduction

To lead the mobilisation, structuring and oversight of Enterprise and Supplier Development (ESD) and third‑party funding initiatives. The role focuses on building co‑funding partnerships, securing capital, and ensuring effective deployment of funds to support black‑owned SMEs in line with the NEF mandate and B‑BBEE Codes of Good Practice. The incumbent will play a key role in driving transformational empowerment outcomes across priority sectors and groups, including women, youth, rural and township enterprises.

 

Job description

A. Capital Raising & Fund Structuring

  • Conceptualise and design fund mandates and ESD Programmes tailored to specific sector requirements (e.g. Tourism, Green Economy, Agriculture)
  • Develop, execute and maintain a capital-raising strategy targeting DFIs, commercial banks, corporates (ESD/CSI/supplier development), private equity funds, and donor agencies.
  • Identify, engage, and convert funding opportunities into structured fund agreements aligned to NEF’s investment philosophy.
  • Develop bankable proposals, investment cases and financial models to support fundraising.
  • Lead negotiations on terms, ensuring alignment with NEF impact metrics, pricing models, risk appetite, and compliance framework.
  • Support internal investment teams through joint assessments, pipeline matching, and fund-aligned credit structuring.
  • Monitor utilisation, performance, disbursements, and return outcomes across all third-party funds.
  • Provide portfolio reporting to funders, internal committees, auditors, and governance structures. 

B Stakeholder & Partnership Management

  • Identify key Stakeholders in priority sectors and develop a pipeline a of potential measured entities to the NEF ESD Fund.
  • Ensure all managed funds and investments comply with the B-BEE Act and the coded of good practice-
  • Build and maintain strategic relationships with DFIs, banks, corporates, government departments, industry bodies, and investors.
  • Manage partner expectations, ensure contractual compliance, and oversee regular engagement platforms (reviews, steering committees, etc.).
  • Represent NEF at industry forums, conferences, funder roadshows, and ESD platforms to build market visibility.
  • Coordinate cross-functional collaboration with Legal, Risk, Investment Divisions, Compliance, Finance, and Marketing. 

C. ESD Programme Development & Implementation

  • Structure and manage ESD programmes in line with B-BBEE Codes, corporate contributors’ requirements, and NEF impact objectives.
  • Oversee pipeline sourcing, beneficiary screening, due diligence, and project deployment.
  • Develop ESD partnership models that strengthen supply chains, create jobs, support localisation and industrialisation, and expand market access for black-owned businesses.
  • Ensure programme reporting, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), governance, and impact tracking. 

D. Performance, Governance & Reporting

  • Deliver quarterly and annual performance reports per funder, including financial, developmental and portfolio indicators.
  • Track capital raised, funds deployed, impact outcomes, and financial returns.
  • Support audit processes, compliance reviews, and due diligence from external partners.
  • Maintain accurate and up to date documentation, agreements, and governance registers for audits and oversight committees.
  • Track tenures of all agreements due for renewal for further extension or closure 

E. Leadership & Team Enablement

  • Provide supervisory support to the Third-Party Funds unit and guide team members on fundraising tools, modelling, and partnership management.
  • Lead the development and timely submission of fund proposals, ESD plans, and partnership presentations.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and service excellence within the team.
  • Ensure timeous submission of quarterly reports to all relevant committees.

 

Minimum requirements

Experience / Skills Required

  • Minimum 5–7 years in corporate finance, investment banking, development finance, capital raising, or fund management.
  • Proven track record in fundraising, co-funding structuring, or ESD fund management.
  • Strong financial modelling ability (corporate/project/structured finance).
  • Deep knowledge of the B-BBEE Act, Codes of Good Practice, Sector Charters, PPPFA, and ESD frameworks.
  • Strong negotiation, stakeholder management, presentation, and proposal-writing skills.
  • Ability to work in multicultural, high-pressure, fast-moving environments.

 

Qualification Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Accounting, Development Finance, or related field.
  • Postgraduate qualification (Honours/Masters), CA(SA), CFA, or equivalent certification advantageous.

 

Personal Attributes/Behaviours/Attitudes

Technical Competencies

  • Financial Acumen & Modelling
  • Investment / Portfolio Management
  • Risk Analysis & Mitigation
  • ESD Frameworks & B-BBEE Compliance
  • Capital Markets & Fund Structuring
  • Strategic Planning & Data Analysis 

Leadership Competencies

  • Strategic Thinking
  • Stakeholder Influence & Relationship Management
  • Decisive Execution
  • Communication & Engagement
  • Innovation & Change Leadership
  • Results Orientation
  • Analytical Problem-Solving
  • Team Collaboration 

Personal Attributes

  • A visionary team player
  • High resilience and adaptability
  • Strong ethical conduct and confidentiality
  • Attention to detail with system-level thinking
  • Professional maturity and interpersonal tact
  • Self-starter; comfortable working independently and collaboratively

 

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