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​TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION AGENCY (TIA)
 
 
 
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
 
Details
Closing Date 2024/06/07
Reference Number TIA240524-1
Job Title Graphic Designer
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location - Town / City Pretoria
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Country South Africa
 
Job Advert Summary
Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) is a talent driven, customer- centric and impact focused organisation. In our endeavour to support technology innovation with socio-economic outcomes; we seek to infuse the organisation with team players that find resonance as value creators, agile thinkers, progressive attitudes, customer-centricity, dynamic work ethic and an optimistic disposition. We aim to harness these attributes in a manner that they culminate into a culture of teamwork, impact, and accountability.
 
In executing its mandate, the organisation provides funding and non-funding support to stimulate innovation so that it provides a catalytic impact to the economy whilst improving people’s lives and protecting the environment. The Agency endeavours to promote the careers of previously disadvantaged persons by applying the principles of the Employment Equity Act, as amended.
 
The Agency reserves the right not to make an appointment.
 
Purpose of the Position:
To develop, design and drive graphic and digital designs across the organisation from concept to implementation based on the overall layout and production brief. The successful incumbent must be able to digitise designs.
 
Minimum Requirements       
Qualifications
  • Recognised NQF (Level 5) qualification in Graphic Design.
  • Degree advantageous
 
Experience
  • 4 years’ experience in graphic design
  • Digital design experience a must
  • Experience in using design software such as Adobe Creative Suite Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
  • Additional digital knowledge (social media, HTML knowledge) – advantageous
  • Good understanding of design principles, typography, and colour theory.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines consistently.
 
Duties and Responsibilities   
Internal Processes
  • Act as brand custodian to ensure all material is aligned to Corporate Identity (CI) guidelines and continuously provide constructive suggestions to improve. 
  • Bringing the brief and concept to life based on the client’s needs and vision.
  • Be responsible for conceptualisation and implementation of design material from concept to completion, including but not limited to marketing materials such as brochures, banners, presentations, print ads, posters, social media material, digital and online materials, newsletters, training manuals, emailers etc,
  • Create digital design assets for web, mobile apps, ad campaigns and social media platforms
  • Source printing quotations and see all processes through to distribution if required.
  • Ensuring all artwork is correct and supplied in the right format/sizes/colour codes before being sent to press/production.
  • Knowledge of creating and posting content on social media.
  • Continuous research skills to keep abreast of web trends and international design practices.
  • Liaise with printers to ensure correct format where necessary.
  • Preparing mock-ups and presenting to clients before deciding on a final design/concept.
  • Making sure artwork is correct and supplied in the right format/sizes/colour codes before being sent to press and production facilities.
  • Maintain records in accordance with records management policy.
  • Liaise with internal clients, imagery companies, agencies, production, facility, and reproduction houses.
  • Collaborate with the marketing team to brainstorm and execute creative ideas that align with brand guidelines and objectives.
 
Stakeholder Relationship
Liaise with internal clients, imagery companies, agencies, production, facility, and reproduction houses.
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Policy
We are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally. It is company policy to promote from within wherever possible. Therefore, please be aware that internal candidates will be considered first before reviewing external applicants, provided that this supports achievement of our Employment Equity goals.
 
PLEASE APPLY HERE
 
 
 
 
 




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PORTFOLIO MANAGER: ADVANCED MANUFACTURING
 
Details
Closing Date 2024/06/03
Reference Number TIA240519-2
Job Title Portfolio Manager: Advanced Manufacturing
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location - Town / City Pretoria
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Country South Africa
 
Job Advert Summary
Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) is a talent driven, customer- centric and impact focused organisation. In our endeavour to support technology innovation with socio-economic outcomes; we seek to infuse the organisation with team players that find resonance as value creators, agile thinkers, progressive attitudes, customer-centricity, dynamic work ethic and an optimistic disposition. We aim to harness these attributes in a manner that they culminate into a culture of teamwork, impact and accountability.
 
In executing its mandate, the organisation provides funding and non-funding support to stimulate innovation so that it provides a catalytic impact to the economy whilst improving people’s lives and protecting the environment. The Agency endeavours to promote the careers of previously disadvantaged persons by applying the principles of the Employment Equity Act, as amended.
 
Job Purpose:
To develop and manage a portfolio of (Advanced Manufacturing) innovation projects through the relevant technology readiness levels (TRL) towards commercialisation
 
Minimum Requirements
  • A Degree in Science (Materials, Physics, Chemistry) / Engineering (Mechanical, Electronic/Electrical, Computer)
  • A Masters degree in Engineering will be an added advantage
  • A business qualification will be an added advantage
  • Three (3)- Five (5) years in technology/innovation and/or investment/portfolio management, with experience in assisting entrepreneurs’/HEI’s/Science councils to progress their IP/technologies towards commercialization.
  • Two (2) years’ experience in project/portfolio comercialisation and industrialization, ideally in the manufacturing/industrial sectors will be an added advantage.
  • Good knowledge of technology development and innovation investment trends in the manufacturing sector.
  • Knowledge of PFMA
  • Knowledge of support systems for early technology
  • Devotion to quality
  • Dutifulness
  • Innovating
  • Negotiating
  • Client focus
  • Presentation and facilitation skills
  • Performing under pressure
  • Team work
  • Integrity
  • Innovating
  • Decisiveness
 
Duties and Responsibilities   
Duties:
Financial management and revenue growth
  • Assist the head to develop divisional budgets and forecasts for Exco and Board approval.
  • Monitor and track performance against budget (operations and projects).
  • Manage and monitor the timeous disbursement of funding to ensure optimal operation of technology and innovation projects.
  • Ensure that new funding opportunities are identified and additional income was raised from third party investors.
  • Manage projects repayment obligations to TIA (Equity and royalties, investments and loans).
 
  • Stakeholder management and thought leadership
  • Provide input into the formulation of a stakeholder relationship strategy specific to the STA.
  • Ensure that an effective eco system is built around the portfolio including key stakeholder relations.
  • Participate in events, meetings, workshops and conferences by giving input, availing skill, competency and expertise.
  • Participation should result in positive input, impact and giving direction in the NSI
 
Governance, compliance and reporting
  • Ensure that adherence to all relevant policies and frameworks is maintained.
  • Ensure compliance to all TIA systems
  • Ensure that all portfolio audit matters are resolved and agreed turnaround times on key business processes are achieved.
  • Ensure that project information is accurately and completely recorded on the Enterprise Resource system.
  • Ensure timeous and accurate reporting as per requirements
 
Innovation Funding and Pre Commercialisation Support-
  • Assist applicants with building a fundable opportunity and to assess Investment opportunities.
  • Provide support and assistance to projects to achieve their milestones.
  • Pro-actively identify project risks and portfolio opportunities, together with project teams.
  • Perform technical due diligence of TIA projects and programs.
  • Ensure that all aspects of the project life cycle from sourcing to exit are efficiently managed.
  • Facilitate Commercialisation of TIA projects/investments. Build a pipeline of investment opportunities for the strategic technology areas.
  • Perform client-centric and value adding project management of TIA projects/investments.
  • Process adherence and improvement –
 
Process adherence and improvement
  • Ensure that KPAs are understood and achieved as agreed upon in the Performance agreement.
  • Review performance against agreed performance standards.
  • Live the values and culture of TIA. Identify and implement development opportunities to ensure continuous improvement of work effectiveness and efficiency.
  • Ensure that departmental Information systems and tools are optimally utilized to execute core tasks
 
 
Policy
We are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally. It is company policy to promote from within wherever possible. Therefore, please be aware that internal candidates will be considered first before reviewing external applicants, provided that this supports achievement of our Employment Equity goals.
 
PLEASE APPLY HERE








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PORTFOLIO MANAGER: NATURAL RESOURCES
Details
Closing Date 2024/06/03
Reference Number TIA240514-1
Job Title Portfolio Manager: Natural Resources
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location - Town / City Pretoria
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Country South Africa
 
Job Advert Summary
Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) is a talent driven, customer- centric and impact focused organisation. In our endeavour to support technology innovation with socio-economic outcomes; we seek to infuse the organisation with team players that find resonance as value creators, agile thinkers, progressive attitudes, customer-centricity, dynamic work ethic and an optimistic disposition. We aim to harness these attributes in a manner that they culminate into a culture of teamwork, impact, and accountability.
In executing its mandate, the organisation provides funding and non-funding support to stimulate innovation so that it provides a catalytic impact to the economy whilst improving people’s lives and protecting the environment. The Agency endeavours to promote the careers of previously disadvantaged persons by applying the principles of the Employment Equity Act, as amended.
The Agency reserves the right not to make an appointment.
 
Job Purpose:
To develop and manage a portfolio of (Natural Resources) innovation projects through the relevant technology readiness levels (TRL) towards Commercialisation.
 
Minimum Requirements
  • A Bachelor’s degree in Chemical/ Mining/ Environmental Engineering or equivalent
  • Business related qualification will be an added advantage
  • A Masters degree in Engineering will be an added advantage
  • Three (3) - Five (5) years of experience in a Natural Resources research, development and innovation environment
  • Two (2) - Three (3) years experience in Climate Change, Circular economy, Green Technologies and low carbon economy
  • Experience in water projects will be an added advantage
  • Good knowledge of technology development and innovation investment trends in the NR industry
  • Knowledge of PFMA
  • Knowledge of support systems for early technology
  • Devotion to quality
  • Dutifulness
  • Innovating
  • Negotiating
  • Client focus
  • Presentation and facilitation skills
  • Performing under pressure
  • Teamwork
  • Integrity
  • Innovating
  • Decisiveness
 
Duties and Responsibilities   
 
Financial management and revenue growth
  • Assist the head to develop divisional budgets and forecasts for Exco and Board approval.
  • Monitor and track performance against budget (operations and projects).
  • Manage and monitor the timeous disbursement of funding to ensure optimal operation of technology and innovation projects.
  • Ensure that new funding opportunities are identified, and additional income was raised from third party investors.
  • Manage projects repayment obligations to TIA (Equity and royalties, investments, and loans).
 
Stakeholder management and thought leadership
  • Provide input into the formulation of a Stakeholder relationship strategy specific to the STA.
  • In collaboration with SSRC, ensure that credible success stories are published.
  • Ensure that an effective eco system is built around the portfolio including key stakeholder relations.
  • Participate in events, meetings, workshops, and conferences by giving input, availing skill, competency and expertise.
  • Participation should result in positive input, impact and giving direction in the NSI
 
Governance, compliance and reporting
  • Ensure that adherence to all relevant policies and frameworks is maintained.
  • Ensure that compliance to all TIA systems (fund management, performance management, HR, finance, Stakeholder information, etc.) is maintained.
  • Ensure that all portfolio audit matters are resolved and agreed turnaround times on key business processes are achieved.
  • Ensure that project information is accurately and completely recorded on the fund management system.
  • Ensure timeous and accurate reporting as per requirements
 
Innovation Funding and Pre-Commercialisation Support-      
  • Assist applicants with building a fundable opportunity and to assess Investment opportunities.
  • Provide support and assistance to projects to achieve their milestones.
  • Pro-actively identify project risks and portfolio opportunities, together with project teams.
  • Perform technical due diligence of TIA projects and programs.
  • Ensure that all aspects of the project life cycle from sourcing to exit are efficiently managed.
  • Facilitate Commercialisation of TIA projects/investments. Build a pipeline of investment opportunities for the strategic technology areas.
  • Perform client-centric and value adding project management of TIA projects/investments.
  • Process adherence and improvement –
 
Process adherence and improvement
  • Ensure that KPAs are understood and achieved as agreed upon in the Performance agreement.
  • Review performance against agreed performance standards.
  • Live the values and culture of TIA. Identify and implement development opportunities to ensure continuous improvement of work effectiveness and efficiency.
  • Ensure that departmental Information systems and tools are optimally utilized to execute core tasks
 
 
Policy
We are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally. It is company policy to promote from within wherever possible. Therefore, please be aware that internal candidates will be considered first before reviewing external applicants, provided that this supports achievement of our Employment Equity goals.
 
PLEASE APPLY HERE