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COEGA DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (CDC)

 

 

ETHICS OFFICER CORPORATE SERVICES: SHARED SERVICES

LOCATION: Gqeberha

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT

GRADE: C5

 

ACCOUNTABILITY

The Ethics Officer acts as the central specialist for coordinating, administering, and operationalising the Coega Development Corporation’s (CDC) ethics management framework. The incumbent works under the leadership of the Programme Director (Shared Services) and alongside the Risk Manager, focusing on fostering an ethical culture aligned with CDC’s core values, managing conflict of interest declarations, providing confidential advisory services, and facilitating impactful ethics awareness programs. The Ethics Officer serves as a critical integration point and collaborates closely with Internal and Forensic Audit, Compliance, Company Secretarial and Legal Services Units to ensure a cohesive, transparent approach to ethical accountability, consequence management, and risk mitigation across the CDC.

 

MANDATE

 

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Ethics Administration & Conflict of Interest Management

  • Administer and maintain accurate records for all conflict-of-interest processes, including the annual Financial Disclosures of CDC employees, applications for external remunerative work, and the corporate Gift Register. 
  • Pre-screen internal declarations and operational agendas to identify potential conflicts, advising management and relevant committees on appropriate mitigation steps. 
  • Track and monitor the completion rates of mandatory ethics declarations and learning modules across the organisation.

Ethics Advisory & Reporting Mechanisms

  • Serve as the principal, confidential point of contact for ethics-related inquiries, providing safe and objective guidance to employees and management on ethical dilemmas and standard operating procedures. 
  • Administer and promote the organisation's confidential whistle-blowing mechanism, ensuring that all allegations are accurately recorded. 
  • Route reported incidents of unethical conduct or fraud directly to the Internal and Forensic Audit unit for investigation, maintaining strict confidentiality and documentation handovers.

Awareness, Training & Culture Building

  • Design, coordinate, and facilitate targeted ethics awareness programs, workshops, and communication campaigns that translate CDC’s core values into visible, measurable behaviours. 
  • Partner with executive leadership and management to ensure ethics awareness initiatives are visibly supported by leadership commitment, maximising their impact on organisational culture. 
  • Collaborate with the Human Resources Unit to embed ethics and accountability into selection, onboarding, and performance management interventions.

Cross-Functional Coordination & Monitoring

  • Work closely with the Risk Manager to coordinate ethics risk and opportunity assessments, contributing data to the operational risk register. 
  • Collaborate with Compliance, Legal, and Company Secretarial units to ensure that ethics-related procedures are consistently aligned with broader corporate governance and regulatory frameworks.
  • Maintain a register of employees under investigation and those disciplined for unethical conduct (in collaboration with Forensic Unit and HR) to monitor consequence management and adherence to ethical standards.

Ethics Reporting & Governance Support

  • Compile insightful, user-friendly reports on ethics management performance, tracking trends, risks, and the overall ethical climate of the CDC.
  • Provide regular operational updates and statistical reporting to the Executive Manager: Corporate Services and relevant governance structures. 
  • Review underperforming ethics initiatives and recommend practical, implementable corrective actions to management.

 

DESCRIPTION

COMPETENCIES AND REQUIREMENTS

Educational Qualifications

Essential

  • National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Public Administration, Law, Risk Management, Internal Audit, or a related field.

Preferred

  • Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Diploma (NQF Level 7) in Public Administration, Law, Risk Management, Corporate Governance, or a related field.

Experience

Essential

  • 4 years of practical experience operating within an ethics, integrity or compliance environment, including at least 3 years working independently at a specialist level.

Preferred

  • Demonstrated experience as an individual contributor working across complex or highly structured organisational departments.

Competencies

Essential

  •  Knowledge and experience in governance and ethics management.
  •  Excellent advisory, facilitation and presentation skills.
  • High emotional intelligence with the ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information with absolute discretion. 
  • Strong interpersonal skills to build collaborative relationships with relevant operational units.
  •  Analytical mindset with excellent report-writing capabilities.
  • Detail-oriented approach to administering registers, declarations, and data tracking. 
  • Proactive, solution-oriented, and capable of working independently as a subject matter specialist.

Preferred

  • Understanding of ethics management challenges specific to State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) or public sector environments.

Licences, Registrations & Certifications

Essential

  • None specified.

Preferred

  • Professional certification as an Ethics Officer (e.g. TEI Certification).

 

 

PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT

Performance is monitored regularly at both an individual and a team level, in accordance with the CDC’s performance management system and control measures relevant to the position. These may include, for example:

  • 100% accuracy and up-to-date maintenance of the Financial Disclosure, External Work, and Gift registers.
  • Timely, confidential recording of whistle-blowing reports and seamless, secure handover of investigatory matters to the Forensic Unit. 
  • Successful design and rollout of ethics awareness campaigns and training sessions for CDC staff. 
  • Active participation and value-added input during joint risk, compliance, and ethics working sessions or committee meetings. 
  • On-time delivery of ethics performance and trend reports.

 

COMPLIANCE AND ETHICS

The incumbent is required to:

  • Uphold the CDC’s Code of Conduct and Ethics Policy, demonstrating ethical behaviour and contributing to good corporate governance.
  •  Actively participate in and adhere to the CDC’s Quality, Safety, Health, Environmental, Information Security and IT Service Management System (SHEMS) policies and procedures. This includes a responsibility for identifying and reporting potential risks and incidents related to safety, security, and quality, and for contributing to the ongoing improvement of the CDC's SHEMS. 
  • Be familiar with and adhere to the CDC emergency preparedness plans.
  •  Maintain confidentiality regarding CDC trade secrets and Information Security policies.
  •  Obtain prior written permission for any business or pursuit outside of the CDC that may conflict with the CDC’s interests, including immediate family members working for a direct competitor, adhering to the CDC’s Conflict of Interest Policy.

 

This job description outlines the primary responsibilities and key performance areas of the role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and tasks.

 

Closing Date: 10 November 2026

 

CDC is an employment equity employer and placement will be in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan. 

 

The appointment of candidates is subject to the verification of all credentials (employment history, educational, financial, criminal and any other checks as may be necessary). Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and if you have not heard from us within one month of submitting your application, please consider it unsuccessful.

 

CDC reserves the right not to make an appointment to any advertised position. No late applications will be considered.

 

All applications must be forwarded to recruitment@coega.co.za

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FACILITIES COORDINATOR OPERATIONS UNIT: PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT, ESTATE AND MAINTENANCE

LOCATION: Gqeberha

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT

GRADE: C2

 

ACCOUNTABILITY

To work closely with and support the Facilities Manager in the effective implementation of all facilities-related activities. This role acts as the first point of contact for facilities-related support, ensures effective administrative support to the Facilities team, and communicates and coordinates information to end-users and clients.

 

MANDATE

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Facilities Maintenance and Management

  • Manages the soft services (cleaning, pest control, landscaping etc) for the allocated facilities. 
  • Assists the Facilities Manager in coordinating all aspects of facilities-related project implementation, including soft services and technical services when needed.
  •  Coordinates the security access-control database in conjunction with the security service provider. 
  • Coordinates all facilities activities, work direction and support systems. 
  • Conducts soft services inspections to ensure compliance by all service providers. 
  • Sets up, maintains and organises dedicated facilities key files / information including filing i.e. service records, inspections, certificates, invoices, proof of payment, contracts, etc.  Assists facilities staff in locating parts, supplies and materials when required. 
  • Updates the call centre and computerised maintenance management system (CMMS – CDC Asset Care System) to ensure the closure of daily and monthly services. 
  • Manages the CDC Asset Care System (CMMS) including receiving work requests, assigning work orders, entering system data and providing the overall system administration.
  •  Assists in managing all outside contractors in support of the Property Development and Maintenance Unit, including maintaining records and contracts, coordinating project activities and providing scheduling support. 
  • Ensures that the designated facility is well maintained and that superior housekeeping is always observed and provided. 
  • Manages controls movable assets. 
  • Maintains groceries, refreshments and stock levels. 
  • Conducts pre-scheduled facilities inspections on both technical and non-technical services

Stakeholder Engagements 

  • Engages with tenants daily to ensure the functionality and availability of facilities services. 
  • Manages service providers’ contracts for all soft services and summary of procurement (SOP’s) to ensure that these are updated. 
  • Represents the Property Development and Maintenance Units in inter-unit meetings to support and facilitate communication and action between different business units. 
  • Responds effectively and efficiently to end-users’ and clients’ queries

Invoicing

  • Processes invoices timeously for all service providers. 
  • Ensures that contractors, supporting the PDM unit, are paid on time and that a systemic approach in the reconciliation of accounts receivable is maintained and managed

Administration and Reporting 

  • Prepares and maintains RFP’s, bid information and other contracts documents. 
  • Provides administrative support to the facilities team. 
  • Prepares monthly reports to the Facilities Manager and Unit Head regarding the performance of soft service providers. 
  • Prepares service provider performance reports. 
  • Maintains a register of all movable assets in the allocated facilities. 
  • Ensures that stock pertaining to providing service to CDC clients are received in good order and timeously and manages the record keeping and reporting thereof. 
  • Implements cost-saving to reduce the costs of service provisions and office operations. 
  • Prepares and produces operational reports monthly and on an ad hoc basis

 

DESCRIPTION

 

COMPETENCIES AND REQUIREMENTS

Educational Qualifications

Essential

  •  National Diploma (NQF 6) in a Built Environment field (e.g.Facilities Management, Construction Management, Civil Engineering) any related or equivalent.

Preferred

  • Bachelor's Degree (NQF 7) in a Built Environment field (e.g.
  •  Facilities Management, Construction Management, Civil Engineering) any related or equivalent.

Experience

Essential

  • 2 years of experience in the facilities management industry.

Preferred

  •  Facilities management in a corporate institution or high-profile facility.
  •  Extensive use of computerized maintenance management systems.
  •  Demonstrated ability to work and communicate professionally, verbally, and in written form with internal and external customers.
  •  Demonstrated customer service excellence.
  •  Knowledge of building management and facility and maintenance operations
  •  Knowledge of maintenance management software.

 

Competencies

Essential

  •  Knowledge of facilities management operations. 
  • Strong interpersonal skills. 
  • Good organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. 
  • Ability to escalate matters timeously. 
  • Ability to perform and provide requisite coordination of information, activities or tasks on technically complex projects using independent judgment and personal initiative. 
  • Ability to build strong internal and external relationships using effective verbal and written communication skills. 
  • Ability to recognize and act on opportunities and adjust direction when warranted. 
  • Intermediate proficiency in MS Office.
  •  Ability to work in a team environment.

Preferred

  • None

 

Licences, Registrations & Certifications

Essential

  •  Valid Code B or EC driver's license.

Preferred

  • None

 

PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT

Performance is monitored regularly at both an individual and a team level, in accordance with the CDC’s performance management system and control measures relevant to the position.

 

COMPLIANCE AND ETHICS

The incumbent is required to:

  • Uphold the CDC’s Code of Conduct and Ethics Policy, demonstrating ethical behaviour and contributing to good corporate governance.
  • Actively participate in and adhere to the CDC’s Quality, Safety, Health, Environmental, Information Security and IT Service Management System (SHEMS) policies and procedures. This includes a responsibility for identifying and reporting potential risks and incidents related to safety, security, and quality, and for contributing to the ongoing improvement of the CDC's SHEMS. 
  • Be familiar with and adhere to the CDC emergency preparedness plans.
  • Maintain confidentiality regarding CDC trade secrets and Information Security policies. 
  • Obtain prior written permission for any business or pursuit outside of the CDC that may conflict with the CDC’s interests, including immediate family members working for a direct competitor, adhering to the CDC’s Conflict of Interest Policy.

 

This job description outlines the primary responsibilities and key performance areas of the role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and tasks.

 

Closing Date: 10 November 2026

 

CDC is an employment equity employer and placement will be in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan. 

 

The appointment of candidates is subject to the verification of all credentials (employment history, educational, financial, criminal and any other checks as may be necessary). Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and if you have not heard from us within one month of submitting your application, please consider it unsuccessful.

 

CDC reserves the right not to make an appointment to any advertised position. No late applications will be considered.

 

All applications must be forwarded to recruitment@coega.co.za

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SENIOR QUANTITATIVE ANALYST ICT & RESEARCH – RESEARCH

LOCATION: Gqeberha

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT

GRADE: D1

 

ACCOUNTABILITY

The Senior Quantitative Analyst is accountable to the Chief Knowledge & Digital Officer - ICT, Research and Strategy of the Coega Development Corporation (CDC) through the Unit Head: Research Unit.

 

MANDATE

The Senior Quantitative Analyst is mandated by the Head of Research Unit to take responsibility for all Quantitative and technical aspects of complex modelling projects within the CDC and External stakeholders.

 

DESCRIPTION

Duties & Responsibility

  • Support the organisation by driving business innovation through the effective use of data and analytics;
  • Uncover data-driven insights that directly influence major business outcomes;
  • Have a strong Programming background such as Python, R, SQL, JAVA and VBA and quantitative research analysis;
  • Design, train, and optimise ML models using Databricks, ML flow, and distributed compute;
  • Be able to conduct Machine Learning assignments: AI frameworks, predictive modelling, Large Language Models (LLMs), and Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI);
  • Have knowledge in Data Visualisation such as Tableau and Power BI;
  • Be exposed to Cloud and Bid Data such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, Spark and cloud-based technologies;
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to develop optimisation and decisioning models that support customer engagement, product recommendation and operational decision strategies;
  • Lead a team of analysts to conduct exploratory data analysis, statistical analysis, hypothesis testing, and model validation;
  • Assist and facilitate analytical(Primary and Secondary Research) and quantitative economic research projects supporting external programmes and Investor attraction initiatives;
  • Provide technical advice /Project Management on business case creation to be presented to the potential funders;
  • Supervise all feasibility studies for the Unit, and assist with presentations to the potential funders;
  • Work with internal and external stakeholders in the identification of benefits and other requirements for the development of the Cost-Benefit models;
  • Assist a team to conduct project evaluation which includes socio-economic impact assessment and Quantitative models;
  • Identify, analyse, and interpret trends or patterns in complex data sets for decision-making purposes;
  • Work with management to prioritise business and information needs;
  • Be Familiar with business processes analysis to determine problems, risks, and opportunities for improvement or high-level impact of strategic requirements;
  • Provide input to strategic committees as required by the organisation.
  • Be able to work with more than one project/responsibility simultaneously;
  • Attend meetings as and when required by the manager;
  • Attend to ad hoc duties as and when required by the manager; and
  • Undertake other duties as required commensurate with the level of this post

 

Furthermore, you are to ensure that:

  • You are aware of and have access to the CDC’s SHEMS;
  • You are aware of your responsibilities and duties as laid out in the CDC’s SHEMS;
  • You are aware that you work in a safe and environmentally friendly manner;
  • You ensure that the company’s housekeeping standards are maintained throughout your area of responsibility;
  • You report any unsafe conditions or acts which you cannot rectify yourself to your SHE representative or to the Senior SHE Project Manager as soon as possible;
  • You report all SHE incidents which occur within your area of responsibility promptly and in the correct format;
  • You are totally familiar with your responsibilities in terms of the CDC’s emergency plan;
  • You communicate to the Senior SHE Project Manager any required changes to the SHEMS prior to implementing these changes;
  • You timeously complete and correctly record any corrective action which needs to be taken in order to rectify a SHE matter;
  • You give full co-operation to, and participate in (as required), the CDC’s internal and external SHEMS audits.

You have the authority to:

  • Immediately stop any person(s) on CDC property from committing an unsafe or destructive act or omission;

Take whatever immediate steps you deem necessary to prevent injury or environmental

Additionally ensure that:

  • During your period of employment and subsequent thereto, you shall keep confidential and shall not make use of, directly or indirectly, and shall not disclose any of the CDC’s trade secrets or confidential information or those of its subsidiary or associate companies or those of other persons who have made disclosures to the CDC under conditions of confidentiality, other than to persons authorised by the CDC or those employed by the CDC who are required to know such secrets or to have such information for the purpose of their employment with the CDC.
  • You shall not, without the written permission of the CEO, be directly or indirectly employed for gain in any business or pursuit other than that of the CDC.  Such permission will be granted only if the CEO is satisfied that the activity is not in conflict with the CDC’s interests, and that the Employee’s ability to fulfil his/her duties to the CEO satisfaction will not be impaired.
  • It is conditional that you and/or no immediate relative or member of my household be employed by an organisation in direct competition with the CDC, without the CDC’s written approval. The CDC reserves the right to enquire as to the place of employment of my spouse or any member of my household.
  • You will abide by the CDC Code of Conduct and Ethics Policy which seeks to codify the expected ethical behavior from me, to meet the ideal of good corporate governance.  

 

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

  • Post Graduate Degree in Data Science, Mathematical Statistics, Mathematics, Financial economics, Econometrics, any related or equivalent.
  • Minimum of 10 years with Post Graduate Degree or Master’s Degree of experience within the quantitative analysis space or similar.
  • Certifications in Databricks ML Engineer, Databricks Data Engineer, Azure AI, AWS/GCP AI/ML, SAS, Coursera/DeepLearning.AI; or a Master’s degree in the field will be an exceptional advantage. 
  • Deep experience with the core tools of Python and SQL.
  • Experience with data science open source tools (e.g. ML flow, scikit-learn, Git, Airflow, Postgres, etc.)
  • Strong experience developing machine learning models on Databricks for model tracking, experimentation and model governance.
  • Strong understanding of feature engineering, feature selection and feature optimisation techniques.
  • Ability to translate business problems into analytical solutions and measurable business outcomes.
  • Experience delivering end-to-end data science use cases from concept through production deployment.
  • Advance knowledge in Microsoft Excel and knowledge of statistical modelling software (R-studio, SPSS,) is a plus.
  • Knowledge of Generative AI, prompt engineering and applied AI use cases.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and synthesising skills.
  • Self-driven and able to operate effectively in a fast-paced, outcome-focused environment.
  • Team-oriented but able to complete tasks independently to a high standard.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement, communication and business consulting skills.
  • A strong communicator, able to explain technical topics clearly and confidently to a non-technical audience.
  • Proactive, structured, organized, and detail-oriented.
  • Fluent in English, with strong writing skills.

 

KEY COMPETENCIES & ATTRIBUTES

The Senior Quantitative Analyst will also have the following attributes:

  • Attention to detail
  • Intellectually curious
  • Proactive
  • Sense of urgency
  • Ability to build relationship

 

KEY COMPETENCIES & ATTRIBUTES

Performance is monitored regularly by reference to Key Performance Indicators and Balanced Scorecard.

Closing date: 06 November 2026

 

CDC is an employment equity employer and placement will be in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan. 

 

The appointment of candidates is subject to the verification of all their credentials (employment history, educational, financial, criminal and any other checks as may be necessary). Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and if you have not heard from us within one month of submitting your application, please consider it unsuccessful.

 

 CDC reserves the right not to make an appointment to any advertised position. No late applications will be considered.

 

All applications must be forwarded to recruitment@coega.co.za


 

 

 

 

 

 

TRAVEL CONSULTANT OPERATIONS UNIT: COEGA CORPORATE TRAVEL

LOCATION: Gqeberha

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:  PERMANENT

GRADE: B4

 

ACCOUNTABILITY

To provide travel services to Coega Corporate Travel (CCT) users, including internal and external clients.

 

MANDATE

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Provision of Travel Services

  • Handles core travel activities (international and local) which includes flight bookings, hotel accommodation, conference venues and car rentals
  • Procures the necessary documentation such as passports, visas and / or other required clearances
  • Provides advice and assistance on all travel-related matters (passport and visa applications, immigration rules, baggage, clearances, declarations, restrictions, etc)
  • Maintains travel management systems to ensure that all travel-related transactions are efficient and cost-effective
  • Negotiates rates with agents on car rentals, accommodation and air travel
  • Negotiates service levels with service providers
  • Ensures accurate and clean records of all tickets issued

Client Relationship Management

  • Provides support to travel clients
  • Responds to and resolves client queries and issues
  • Liaises directly with travel service providers to resolve problems
  • Maintains good customer service to all CCT clients
  • Liaises with travel agencies, other key partners, airlines and vehicle rentals to resolve queries and issues

Administration and Reporting

  • Compiles reports on travel activities, improvements and opportunities
  • Maintains accurate records of all travel-related activities
  • Coordinates all administrative activities and ensures that accurate documentation is in place to facilitate accurate billing and invoicing
  • Handles the processing of refunds
  • Collects credit notes
  • Submits day-to-day tax invoices for the credit card and Diner’s card

 

DESCRIPTION

COMPETENCIES AND REQUIREMENTS

Educational Qualifications

Essential

  • National Diploma (NQF 6) in Travel and Tourism.

Preferred

  • None.

Experience

Essential

  • 3 years of experience in travel.
  • 3 years of intermediate knowledge and usage of travel systems including Galileo and Amadeus.

Preferred

  • None.

 

Competencies

Essential

  • Knowledge of travel industry processes, booking systems.
  • Excellent people skills.
  • Communication skills.
  • Good time management.
  • Excellent client relationship management.
  • Problem-solving.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Good administration skills.
  • Planning.
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize.
  • Intermediate proficiency in MS Office.
  • Deadline-driven.

Preferred

  • None.

 

Licences, Registrations & Certifications

Essential

  • Certified in Amadeus or Travel Port.

Preferred

  • None.

 

PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT

Performance is monitored regularly at both an individual and a team level, in accordance with the CDC’s performance management system and control measures relevant to the position.

 

COMPLIANCE AND ETHICS

The incumbent is required to:

  • Uphold the CDC’s Code of Conduct and Ethics Policy, demonstrating ethical behaviour and contributing to good corporate governance.
  • Actively participate in and adhere to the CDC’s Quality, Safety, Health, Environmental, Information Security and IT Service Management System (SHEMS) policies and procedures. This includes a responsibility for identifying and reporting potential risks and incidents related to safety, security, and quality, and for contributing to the ongoing improvement of the CDC's SHEMS.
  • Be familiar with and adhere to the CDC emergency preparedness plans.
  • Maintain confidentiality regarding CDC trade secrets and Information Security policies.
  • Obtain prior written permission for any business or pursuit outside of the CDC that may conflict with the CDC’s interests, including immediate family members working for a direct competitor, adhering to the CDC’s Conflict of Interest Policy.

 

This job description outlines the primary responsibilities and key performance areas of the role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and tasks.

 

 

Closing date: 06 November 2026

 

CDC is an employment equity employer and placement will be in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan. 

 

The appointment of candidates is subject to the verification of all credentials (employment history, educational, financial, criminal and any other checks as may be necessary). Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and if you have not heard from us within one month of submitting your application, please consider it unsuccessful.

 

CDC reserves the right not to make an appointment to any advertised position. No late applications will be considered.

 

All applications must be forwarded to recruitment@coega.co.za

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SENIOR FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT FINANCE UNIT: FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

LOCATION: Gqeberha

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:  PERMANENT

GRADE: D1

 

 

ACCOUNTABILITY

To take responsibility for the accuracy and integrity all aspects of financial accounting and reporting of all assets, including moveable assets. The role is also responsible for all bookkeeping functions and NPO accounting for the Coega Development Corporation.

 

MANDATE

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Treasury Management

  • Implements cash flow analysis by performing weekly and monthly cash flow analyses and conducting quarterly and annual cash flow projections.
  • Manages bank accounts, including opening and closing accounts and updating signatories.
  • Liaises with banks and conducts monthly bank reconciliations.
  • Ensures petty cash and cash advances are handled accurately.

General Ledger Management

  • Manages month-end closing and reconciliation processes.
  • Reviews reconciliations and journal entries for accuracy and compliance.
  • Maintains the chart of accounts and manages new GL code requests.

Asset Management

  • Oversees the management of  all aspects of  movable assets within CDC.

Accounts Payable Management

  • Oversees the management, administration and reporting of all aspects of accounts payable of the CDC, excluding Programme creditors.

Accounts Receivable Management

  • Oversees the management of the accounts receivable function including billings, collections, accounting, reporting and administration.

Financial Accounting / Financial Management

  • Ensures accurate intercompany accounting and VAT calculations.
  • Conducts accounting for leases and reviews rental leases.
  • Accounts for VAT and reviews monthly VAT returns.
  • Ensures accuracy of leave provisions and prepares the disclosure note for financial statements.

Financial Reporting and Auditing

  • Prepares and manages the process of compiling mid-year and year-end audit files for external reviews and the Auditor General South Africa (AGSA).
  • Ensures internal controls are in place and financial records are accurate and complete.
  • Stays current with accounting regulations and liaises with auditors.

People Management

  • Manages subordinates in line with company policies.
  • Fosters a supportive environment for staff development.
  • Implements staff development and training.
  • Develops and monitors annual performance plans and participates in recruitment.

 

DESCRIPTION

COMPETENCIES AND REQUIREMENTS

 

Educational Qualifications

Essential

  • Postgraduate qualification (NQF 8) in Accounting / Financial Management / Business Management, and Chartered Accountant (SA) or equivalent professional registration with completed articles.

Preferred

  • CA (SA).

Experience

Essential

  • 5 – 10 years’ financial management experience in a diverse environment utilising and ERP system.
  • Proven experience in financial accounting responsibilities (review and processing transactions, preparing control account reconciliations).

Preferred

  • Experience in data manipulation and data analysis reporting.
  • Hands on experience in presenting financial information to management.

Competencies

Essential

  • Highly analytical
  • Attention to detail
  • Strong financial, quantitative and numerative skills
  • Strong organisational, planning and task management skills
  • Good problem solving abilities
  • Good communication skills
  • Results and deadline driven
  • Stakeholder management
  • People management Advanced proficiency in MS Office

Preferred

  • Familiarity with software such as Pastel and Oracle.

 

Licences, Registrations & Certifications

Essential

  • Professional Registration.

Preferred

  • CA (SA).

 

 PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT

Performance is monitored regularly at both an individual and a team level, in accordance with the CDC’s performance management system and control measures relevant to the position.

 

COMPLIANCE AND ETHICS

The incumbent is required to:

  • Uphold the CDC’s Code of Conduct and Ethics Policy, demonstrating ethical behaviour and contributing to good corporate governance.
  • Actively participate in and adhere to the CDC’s Quality, Safety, Health, Environmental, Information Security and IT Service Management System (SHEMS) policies and procedures. This includes a responsibility for identifying and reporting potential risks and incidents related to safety, security, and quality, and for contributing to the ongoing improvement of the CDC's SHEMS.
  • Be familiar with and adhere to the CDC emergency preparedness plans.
  • Maintain confidentiality regarding CDC trade secrets and Information Security policies.
  • Obtain prior written permission for any business or pursuit outside of the CDC that may conflict with the CDC’s interests, including immediate family members working for a direct competitor, adhering to the CDC’s Conflict of Interest Policy

 

This job description outlines the primary responsibilities and key performance areas of the role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and tasks.

 

Closing Date: 06 November 2026

 

CDC is an employment equity employer and placement will be in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan. 

 

The appointment of candidates is subject to the verification of all credentials (employment history, educational, financial, criminal and any other checks as may be necessary). Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and if you have not heard from us within one month of submitting your application, please consider it unsuccessful.

 

CDC reserves the right not to make an appointment to any advertised position. No late applications will be considered.

 

All applications must be forwarded to recruitment@coega.co.za

 

 

 

 

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