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PUBLIC INVESTMENT CORPORATION (PIC) VACANCIES
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:
SECTOR SPECIALIST: SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE
Research & Innovation Division
*Job Grade: E1 – E4
Ref: SISOE001
Salary: All-inclusive remuneration package negotiable
Centre: Pretoria, Research Division
Purpose of the role:
To support both the Listed and Unlisted teams with the generation of well-researched investment ideas, industry-leading sector knowledge, strategic initiatives and contribute to growth in assets under management.
Requirements:
Minimum Requirements
At least 7 years relevant sector experience in social infrastructure research or equity analysis covering healthcare/education/properties
Postgraduate qualification in Commerce, Finance or equivalent relevant qualification. Master’s degree/MBA/CFA would be preferred.
Experience in undertaking research with implications for the economy and investments is key.
Experience in implementing research views in portfolios would be highly desirable.
Must possess the desire and ability to work in a collaborative and intensive team-orientated environment
FAIS RE5 Certificate or it must be obtained within 6 months of employment
Preferred Qualifications
Post Graduate Degree in Commerce, Finance
Professional Body/Association
CFA/CA or other
Duties:
Competencies and skills:
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: 9 May 2025
* Grade Range: The grade range for this position is from E1 – E4, 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
Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you consent to the PIC processing your personal information as per applicable laws and the PIC Privacy Policy available on the PIC website (www.pic.gov.za). You are free to withdraw your consent at any time, after which, the PIC may cease processing your application.
SECTOR SPECIALIST: SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE
Research & Innovation Division
*Job Grade: E1 – E4
Ref: SISOE001
Salary: All-inclusive remuneration package negotiable
Centre: Pretoria, Research Division
Purpose of the role:
To support both the Listed and Unlisted teams with the generation of well-researched investment ideas, industry-leading sector knowledge, strategic initiatives and contribute to growth in assets under management.
Requirements:
Minimum Requirements
At least 7 years relevant sector experience in social infrastructure research or equity analysis covering healthcare/education/properties
Postgraduate qualification in Commerce, Finance or equivalent relevant qualification. Master’s degree/MBA/CFA would be preferred.
Experience in undertaking research with implications for the economy and investments is key.
Experience in implementing research views in portfolios would be highly desirable.
Must possess the desire and ability to work in a collaborative and intensive team-orientated environment
FAIS RE5 Certificate or it must be obtained within 6 months of employment
Preferred Qualifications
Post Graduate Degree in Commerce, Finance
Professional Body/Association
CFA/CA or other
Duties:
- Produce Industry-leading proprietary research that generates Investment views and ideas in social infrastructure sectors (education, healthcare, affordable housing, student accommodation and water & sanitation).
- Identify investment opportunities in social infrastructure.
- Undertake thematic research and thought leadership pieces in social infrastructure.
- Develop and update sector investment strategies for social infrastructure.
- Undertake market research analysis for unlisted transactions.
- Support the unlisted deal teams during the due diligence process and in evaluating potential investments.
- Work with senior analysts and research analysts.
Competencies and skills:
- Excellent understanding of the investment environment in South Africa and the Rest of Africa, with previous work experience in this area
- Financial modelling skills
- Excellent writing and communication skills
- Excellent presentation skills
- Industry and sector research
- Ability to work alone and in a team environment
- Good time management
- Performance and results-oriented
- Ability to deal with pressure/stress
- Stay abreast with the latest trends in the economy
- Problem-solving skills
- Ability to evaluate market intelligence
- Customer service orientated
- Management skills
- Analytical thinker
- Good understanding of Risk
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: 9 May 2025
* Grade Range: The grade range for this position is from E1 – E4, 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
Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you consent to the PIC processing your personal information as per applicable laws and the PIC Privacy Policy available on the PIC website (www.pic.gov.za). You are free to withdraw your consent at any time, after which, the PIC may cease processing your application.
We are currently seeking applications from dynamic individuals for the following position:
SECTOR SPECIALIST: MANUFACTURING
Research & Innovation Division
*Job Grade: E1 – E4
Ref: SSM002
Salary: All-inclusive remuneration package negotiable
Centre: Pretoria
Purpose of the role:
To support both the Listed and Unlisted teams with the generation of well-researched investment ideas, industry-leading sector knowledge, strategic initiatives and contribute to growth in assets under management.
Requirements:
Minimum Requirements
- At least 7 years relevant sector experience in the Manufacturing, Transport or ICT sector or as an Equity Analyst in one or more key sectors of the economy.
- Postgraduate qualification in Commerce, Finance, Engineering or equivalent relevant qualification. Master’s degree/MBA/CFA would be preferred.
- Experience in undertaking research with implications for the economy and investments is key.
- Experience in implementing research views in portfolios would be highly desirable.
- Must possess the desire and ability to work in a collaborative and intensive team-orientated environment.
- FAIS RE5 Certificate or must be obtained within 6 months of employment
Preferred Qualifications
- Post Graduate Degree in commerce, finance or Engineering/Science
Professional Body/Association
- CFA, CA or other
Duties:
- Produce Industry-leading proprietary research that generates Investment views and ideas in the Manufacturing, Transport and ICT sectors.
- Identify investment opportunities in the Manufacturing, Transport and ICT sectors.
- Undertake thematic research and thought leadership pieces in manufacturing, transport and ICT sectors.
- Develop and update sector investment strategies for manufacturing, transport and ICT sectors.
- Undertake market research analysis for unlisted transactions.
- Support the deal team during the due diligence process and in evaluating potential investments
- Work with senior analysts and research analysts
Competencies and skills:
- Excellent understanding of the Manufacturing and ICT investment environment in South Africa and the Rest of Africa, with previous work experience in this area
- Financial modelling skills
- Excellent writing and communication skills
- Excellent presentation skills
- Industry and sector research
- Ability to work alone and in a team environment
- Good time management
- Performance and results-oriented
- Ability to deal with pressure/stress
- Stay abreast with the latest trends in the economy
- Problem-solving skills
- Ability to evaluate market intelligence
- Customer service orientated
- Management skills
- Analytical thinker
- Good understanding of Risk
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: 9 May 2025
* Grade Range: The grade range for this position is from E1 – E4, 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
Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you consent to the PIC processing your personal information as per applicable laws and the PIC Privacy Policy available on the PIC website (www.pic.gov.za). You are free to withdraw your consent at any time, after which, the PIC may cease processing your application.
We are currently seeking applications from dynamic individuals for the following position:
CONTRACTS MANAGER
*Job Grade: D3 – D5
Ref: SPROC003
Salary: All-inclusive remuneration package negotiable
Centre: Pretoria, Finance Division
Purpose of the role:
To oversee and ensure effective and efficient contract management for the PIC including assets management.
Requirements:
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Business Administration/Law or equivalent commerce-related tertiary degree (NQF 7)
Minimum of 8 – 10 years in a similar position
Experience in practising General conditions of contracts as prescribed by the National Treasury
Legal and financial understanding in commercial contracting and general contract management
Knowledge of finance-related regulations and legislation, including the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE), and Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA).
Preferred Qualifications
- Post Graduate Qualification in Commerce/Law
Duties:
- Oversee and ensure effective and efficient contract management for the PIC, including assets under management.
- Contract negotiation and management.
- Collaborate with Legal on executing SLAs, engagement letters, or any other contracts.
- Establish third-party management-related policies, standards, processes, and templates.
- Implement vendor/supplier performance management processes.
- Effectively communicate a clear and concise contract overview to key stakeholders.
- Handle contract-related complaints and disputes from stakeholders.
- Schedule and execute contractual events (e.g., audits, extension, expiry).
- Identify and execute value opportunities with key vendor/supplier relationships.
- Apply rules for KPI and service credit calculation and trends.
- Collect, consolidate, and communicate vendor/supplier performance and identified risks.
- Implement a business performance management process to ensure regular review of SLAs with vendors/suppliers.
- Understand vendor/supplier spending by category, cost centre, and other requirements
- Classify, rationalize, and optimize the vendor portfolio, and concentrate efforts on managing the most strategic vendors/suppliers
- Implement Supplier and Enterprise Development initiatives
Competencies and skills:
- Demonstrate effective business communication skills.
- Ability to deal tactfully with vendors, suppliers, and contractors who provide a broad spectrum of products and services.
- Strong relationship and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of contracting trends, licensing models, and traditional and emerging contract and vendor/supplier performance models.
- Strong project and process management skills.
- Collaborative with a customer-focused approach to delivering contract management services to internal customers.
- Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
- Numerical and analytical skills.
- Leadership and management skills.
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: 5 May 2025
* Grade Range: The grade range for this position is from D3 – D5, 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
Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you consent to the PIC processing your personal information as per applicable laws and the PIC Privacy Policy available on the PIC website (www.pic.gov.za). You are free to withdraw your consent at any time, after which, the PIC may cease processing your application.