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PUBLIC INVESTMENT CORPORATION (PIC)
 
Public Investment Corporation SOC Ltd
Private Bag X187
Pretoria 0001
Republic of South Africa
 
The Public Investment Corporation SOC Limited (PIC) is an asset management firm, whose mandate is to make investments in various sectors of the economy on behalf of public sector entities. Amongst our clients are the Government Employees Pension Fund, the Unemployment Insurance Fund and the Compensation Fund. Over the years, we have grown to be amongst the top, large investment managers in South Africa and the rest of the African continent, with current assets under management at just over R2.6 trillion. At the centre of our growth is a team of self-driven professionals who are results-focused. 
 


​We are currently seeking applications from dynamic individuals for the following position: 
 
HEAD- UNLISTED PROPERTIES
*Job Grade: F1 – F2 
Ref: HP001 
Salary: All-inclusive remuneration package negotiable 
Centre: Pretoria, Properties Division 
 
Purpose of the role: 
To unlock value for Clients and to Provide Strategic leadership in repositioning the PIC Property portfolio (direct and indirect assets) and related investment vehicles to generate commercial returns whilst impacting the socio-economic landscape as part of the developmental mandate of the PIC. 
 
Requirements:
  • Postgraduate degree in property studies, quantity surveying, building science, property development & management or equivalent qualification (NQF level 8). 
  • Business Management postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage. 
  • FAIS RE 01, RE 03 and RE 05 Certificate or must be obtained within 6 months of employment. 
  • Minimum 10 – 15 years’ experience within the Property Investment Industry of which 5 years must be in Senior Management. 
  • Knowledge of Property Asset Management, Property Law, Property Development, Property Acquisition & Disposal, Accounting and performance calculation. 
  • Sound & Strong Leadership with prior Board experience. 
 
Duties:
  • Setting the overall strategic vision, leadership, growth and direction of the Properties division. 
  • Develop the unlisted property Investment strategy and oversee its implementation for optimal outcomes in line with client mandates and expectations. 
  • Lead dynamic teams in executing unlisted property investments ethically and efficiently. 
  • Continuous optimisation of property portfolios both direct and indirect assets and related investment vehicles to meet client return objectives 
  • Involvement at Senior Management/Executive level to ensure business efficiency and effectiveness. 
  • Portfolio risk management in line with client mandates. 
  • Leadership of the Unlisted Properties team. 
 
Competencies and skills: 
  • Excellent communication skills 
  • Strong Property knowledge 
  • Facilities Management experience 
  • Strategic thinker 
  • Negotiation Skills 
  • Business Acumen 
  • Performance and Result oriented 
  • Ability to deal with pressure/stress 
  • Cost-consciousness (budgeting) 
  • Problem-solving
  • Management Skills 
  • Organisational Leadership 
  • Ability to analyse and interpret complex data 
  • Knowledge and understanding of strategic and operational requirements of PIC




Our firm values diversity, and excellence and is committed to the realisation of these across all operations and investment activities. If you are dynamic, resilient, agile, disciplined and willing to be part of a team that is focused on creating meaningful change, you are welcome to submit your application for this position.
 
Closing Date: 21 February 2025 
 
* Grade Range: The grade range for this position is from F1 – F2, commensurate with applicable minimum requirements. 
 
The PIC is an equal opportunities employer, aligning appointments with the PIC Employment Equity plan. 
 
Please forward a copy of your comprehensive curriculum vitae to: Recruitment4@pic.gov.za
 
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