PUBLIC INVESTMENT CORPORATION (PIC) Public Investment Corporation SOC Ltd Private Bag X187 Pretoria 0001 Republic of South Africa The Public Investment Corporation (PIC) invests funds on behalf of public sector entities including the Government Employees Pension Fund. The organisation is the largest investment manager in the country and the continent. Applications are invited from dynamic individuals for the following challenging positions:
SECTOR SPECIALIST: FINANCIAL SERVICES AND FINANCIAL INCLUSION Grade: E1 – E4 (Ref: SSF004) Salary: All-inclusive remuneration package negotiable Division: Research and Project Development Requirements: • Postgraduate Degree in Commerce, Finance or equivalent qualification. Master’s degree/MBA/CFA would be advantageous. • At least 5 -8 years relevant experience covering financial services research and analysis (banks, insurers, asset managers, micro-lenders, etc.). • Experience in undertaking sector research with implications for the economy, financial markets and investments is key. • Experience in implementing research views on investment portfolios would be highly desirable. Duties: • Produce industry-leading proprietary research that generates investment views and ideas in the Financial Services and Financial Inclusion sectors. • Manage the Investment identification process across the unlisted Financial Services / Inclusion sectors. • Research and analysis impact of current as well as evolving macro themes and trends in the Financial Services/Inclusion sector. • Develop industry-leading knowledge on sectorial key value creation drivers and response to various macro environments. • Identify and generate sector, intra-sector and cross-sector investable opportunities. • Develop models to estimate Economic (GDP) impact as well as Fund (Returns) potential impact of the sector. • Remain up-to-date on developments in global financial markets and economics. • Assist deal teams in understanding the key risks and opportunities during the due diligence process, when potential investments are being evaluated. • Assist with deal origination for PIC’s Project Development Partnership Fund. Competencies and skills: • Company and Sector analysis • Financial modelling skills • Excellent writing and communication skills • Excellent presentation skills • Ability to work alone and in a team • Time management • Performance and result 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 • Experience in working on Bloomberg (preferred) With the PIC having topped the R2 trillion mark in assets under management and in the process of entering the global investment market, it is the best asset manager any serious professional would want to be associated with. It is also one of the better places from which one can serve South Africa. Closing Date: 18 July 2022 PIC is an equal opportunities employer and as such appointments will be in line with the PIC Employment Equity plan. Please forward copies of your comprehensive CV’s to recruitment4@pic.gov.za * Grade range is from E1 – E4 commensurate with applicable minimum requirements. Privacy Notice: By submitting your job application, you consent to PIC’s processing of your personal information for the purposes of assessing your job application. PIC will process your Personal Information in accordance with applicable laws and the PIC Privacy Policy available here (www.pic.gov.za). You are free to withdraw your consent at any time, after which, PIC may no longer be able consider your job application
SECTOR SPECIALIST: MANUFACTURING Grade: E1 – E4 (Ref: SSM001) Salary: All-inclusive remuneration package negotiable Division: Research and Project Development Requirements: • Post graduate qualification in Commerce, Finance, Engineering or equivalent relevant qualification. Master’s degree/MBA/CFA would be advantageous. • At least 5 -8 years’ experience in the Manufacturing, Transport or ICT sector or as an Equity Analyst in one or more key sectors of the economy. • Experience in undertaking research with implications for the economy, financial markets and investments is key. • Experience of 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. Duties: • Produce Industry-leading proprietary research that generates Investment views and ideas in the Manufacturing, Transport and ICT sectors. • Manage the Investment identification process across Manufacturing, Transport and ICT sectors. • Research and analysis impact of current as well as evolving macro themes and trends in Manufacturing, Transport and ICT sectors. • Develop industry-leading knowledge on sectorial key value creation drivers and response to various macro environments. • Identify and generate sector, intra-sector and cross-sector investable opportunities. • Develop models to estimate Economic (GDP) impact as well as Fund (Returns) potential impact of the sector. • Remain up-to-date on developments in global financial markets and economics. • Assist deal teams understanding the key risks and opportunities during the due diligence process, when potential investments are being evaluated. • Assist with deal origination for PIC’s Project Development Partnership Fund. Competencies and skills: • Excellent understanding of the Manufacturing, Transport 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 • 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 With the PIC having topped the R2 trillion mark in assets under management and in the process of entering the global investment market, it is the best asset manager any serious professional would want to be associated with. It is also one of the better places from which one can serve South Africa. Closing Date: 18 July 2022 PIC is an equal opportunities employer and as such appointments will be in line with the PIC Employment Equity plan. Please forward copies of your comprehensive CV’s to recruitment4@pic.gov.za * Grade range is from E1 – E4 commensurate with applicable minimum requirements. Privacy Notice: By submitting your job application, you consent to PIC’s processing of your personal information for the purposes of assessing your job application. PIC will process your Personal Information in accordance with applicable laws and the PIC Privacy Policy available here (www.pic.gov.za). You are free to withdraw your consent at any time, after which, PIC may no longer be able consider your job application.
RESEARCH ANALYST (X2) Job Grade: C3 – D3 (Ref: RSRCH003) Salary: All-inclusive remuneration package negotiable Division: Research and Projects Development Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree in Commerce/Finance/Economics or equivalent related qualification. • Post graduate degree in finance or studying towards a CFA / MBA (Preferred). • 2 to 5 years relevant working experience in financial sectors or investment research experience. • Flexible, responsive and self-starting personality with keen attention to detail and ability to work across different teams within the division. • Must possess the desire and ability to work in a collaborative and intensive team-orientated environment. Duties: • Assist in conducting fundamental and thematic research in support of Head: Investment Projects Development, Sector Specialists and Senior Research Analysts. • Prepare research reports that are aimed at, enhancing PIC’s knowledge base on various sectors and generating investment ideas. • Assist in conducting industry and sectorial analysis on growth prospects, developing/evolving global and local themes and trends. Sectors to be covered include agriculture, financial services, ICT, economic infrastructure and energy. • Assist with macro and sector research for Africa. • Assist in the development of financial models, including analysis of returns, sensitivities and scenario analysis etc. • Assist in implementing transactions and relevant investment document preparation for PIC’s Project Development Partnership Fund. Competencies and skills: • Team player • Self-starter • Interpersonal skills • Planning and organising • Presentation skills • Financial analysis and interpretation • Financial modeling skills • Ability to undertake research • Strong analytical skills • Strong numerical skills • Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills • Ability to work effectively under pressure • Experience in working on Bloomberg (preferred) With the PIC having topped the R2 trillion mark in assets under management and in the process of entering the global investment market, it is the best asset manager any serious professional would want to be associated with. It is also one of the better places from which one can serve South Africa. Closing Date: 11 July 2022 PIC is an equal opportunities employer and as such appointments will be in line with the PIC Employment Equity plan. Please forward copies of your comprehensive CV’s to recruitment4@pic.gov.za * Grade range is from C3 – D3 commensurate with applicable minimum requirements. Privacy Notice: By submitting your job application, you consent to PIC’s processing of your personal information for the purposes of assessing your job application. PIC will process your Personal Information in accordance with applicable laws and the PIC Privacy Policy available here (www.pic.gov.za). You are free to withdraw your consent at any time, after which, PIC may no longer be able consider your job application. SENIOR RESEARCH ANALYST (X2) Job Grade: D1 – D5 (Ref: SRA003) Salary: All-inclusive remuneration package negotiable Division: Research and Project Development Requirements: • Post graduate qualification in commerce, accounting, finance, economics or equivalent. • Studying towards a CFA (Preferred). • 4 to 6 years relevant investment or research experience. • Flexible, responsive and self-starting personality with keen attention to detail and ability to work across different teams within the division. • Must possess the desire and ability to work in a collaborative and intensive team-orientated environment. Duties: • Conducting fundamental and thematic research on sectors and industries. • Support Head: Investment Projects Development and Sector Specialists through research, modelling and project development in growing PICs pipeline of investments. • Prepare research reports that are aimed at, enhancing PIC’s knowledge base on various sectors and generating investment ideas. • Conduct industry and sectorial analysis on growth prospects, developing/evolving global and local themes and trends. • Assist in conducting industry and sectorial analysis on growth prospects, developing/evolving global and local themes and trends. Sectors to be covered include agriculture, financial services, ICT, economic infrastructure, mining and energy. • Assist with macro and sector research for Africa. • Development of economic and financial models, including analysis of returns, sensitivities and scenario analysis etc. • Project develop and implement identified investment opportunities. • Assist in implementing transactions and relevant investment document preparation for PIC investments, including the Project Development Partnership Fund. Competencies and skills: • Team player • Self-Starter • Interpersonal skills • Planning and organising • Presentation skills • Financial analysis and interpretation • Financial modeling skills • Ability to undertake research • Strong analytical skills • Strong numerical skills • Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills • Ability to work effectively under pressure • Experience in working on Bloomberg (preferred) With the PIC having topped the R2 trillion mark in assets under management and in the process of entering the global investment market, it is the best asset manager any serious professional would want to be associated with. It is also one of the better places from which one can serve South Africa. Closing Date: 11 July 2022 PIC is an equal opportunities employer and as such appointments will be in line with the PIC Employment Equity plan. Please forward copies of your comprehensive CV’s to recruitment4@pic.gov.za * Grade range is from D1 – D5 commensurate with applicable minimum requirements. Privacy Notice: By submitting your job application, you consent to PIC’s processing of your personal information for the purposes of assessing your job application. PIC will process your Personal Information in accordance with applicable laws and the PIC Privacy Policy available here (www.pic.gov.za). You are free to withdraw your consent at any time, after which, PIC may no longer be able consider your job application.
MANAGER: DIGITAL (PRODUCT OWNER) Job Grade: * D3 – D5 (Ref: MANDIG001) Salary: All-inclusive remuneration package negotiable Centre: Public Investment Corporation, Pretoria Requirements: • Bachelor’s Degree / National Diploma in computer science, IT, IS, Software / Systems Engineering or related • Minimum 10 years working experience within software development and applications/product support • Experience in Business intelligence, data analytics, database and integration solutions: SQL SSIS/SSAS, and Power BI • Working experience of Microsoft Azure and Power platform • Sound knowledge of supporting virtualized, cloud and hybrid environments • Experience in DevOps and managing source code • Programming Languages and Environment: C#, .Net, Perl, Python, SQL, T-SQL, PowerShell • Certification in agile software development • Certification in Microsoft products (e.g. Power Platform, PowerBI, SQL Server) • Certification in Data or integration solutions • ITIL Foundation and COBIT certified Duties: • Direct strategic and operational activities related to development, configuration and /or integration of secure business products and digital solutions. • Develop and execute a vision, strategy and roadmap for development and product delivery capabilities (including Agile and DevSecOps) as well as related functions. • Direct the supervision of the business product development and delivery support areas to include hiring, work allocation, scheduling, training and professional development, problem resolution, performance evaluation and related supervisory activities. • Support the entire lifecycles of systems development and support in line with PIC policies, standards and professional best practices. • Maintain budgetary responsibility for the department. • Directs the development or acquisition, as well as enhancements of new business products and digital solutions in the PIC environment. • Mentor staff (i.e. developers, engineers and analysts) and provide educational and training opportunities. • Manage service providers as well as their performance. • Manage related risks. Key Competencies: • Good inter-personal skills, able to deal with all levels within an organization and relieve potential conflicts • Able to work accurately and clearly explain technical matters to non-technical users in both written and verbal forms • Software development Skills • Project Management Skills • Team Player • Attention to Detail With the PIC having topped the R2 trillion mark in assets under management and in the process of entering the global investment market, it is the best asset manager any serious professional would want to be associated with. It is also one of the better places from which one can serve South Africa. Closing Date: 7 July 2022 PIC is an equal opportunity employer. Please forward the copies of your comprehensive CV’s to Recruitment1@pic.gov.za * Grade range is from D3– D5 commensurate with applicable minimum requirements. Privacy Notice. By submitting your job application, you consent to PIC’s processing of your personal information for the purposes of assessing your job application. PIC will process your Personal Information in accordance with applicable laws and the PIC Privacy Policy available here (www.pic.gov.za). You are free to withdraw your consent at any time, after which, PIC may no longer be able consider your job application.
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