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INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (IDC)

MANAGER: PROJECTS AND STAKEHOLDER RELATIONS

IDC is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of the IDC and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but not limited to candidates from underrepresented designated groups.

Job number IDC00843

Contract Type Fixed Term Contract (60 months)

Posting End Date 6 Nov 2026

Region KwaZulu/Natal

IDC Job Grade P-Band

Synopsis

To provide operational and strategic support in the planning, execution, reporting and monitoring of IZP projects, ensuring timely delivery, compliance with standards, and alignment with IZP strategic goals.

To provide administrative and operational support across corporate services functions including human resources, procurement, facilities, and general office operations, ensuring efficient service delivery in line with organisational policies and procedures. Render secretariat support to IZP Projects including PMUs.

To manage the implementation of human capital support functions within the IZP Business Unit. Support corporate services compliance with public service regulations, and enhancement of employee experience. The role supports recruitment, onboarding, training coordination, HR administration, and employee engagement initiatives through the HC Business Partners at the IDC.

To support the development and management of strategic relationships with key stakeholders in the public and private sector, ensuring effective communication, collaboration, and alignment with IZP objectives. Support the Stakeholder Relations activities aimed at building trust, lobbying, enhancing public perception, and facilitating stakeholder engagement across various platforms. Develop a stakeholder database and engagement plans, and terms of references where necessary.

Job Description

• Support the planning, execution, reporting and monitoring of IZP projects, ensuring timely delivery, compliance with standards, and alignment with IZP strategic goals.
• Initiate the development of internal control systems and governance practices in line with the IZP outcomes as defined in the operational plan.
• Manage the implementation of human capital support functions within the Business Unit, ensuring efficient HR operations, compliance with public service regulations, and enhancement of employee experience.
• Facilitate recruitment, onboarding, training coordination, HR administration, and employee engagement initiatives through the HC Business Partners at the IDC.
• Managing the establishment of project governance structures for IZP projects i.e. Project Steering Committees, Technical Committees, Technical Working Groups (Development of ToRs, member nominations, communication etc.) and monitor and report on the execution of meeting resolutions.
• Support the development of project plans and definition of project scope.
• Identifying potential risks compile a risk register, indicating mitigation strategies.
• Monitoring progress with respect to project implementation and providing insights to the IZP technical advisors and senior project managers to ensure project stay on track with goals, budget, and timeline, identifying areas for improvement throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct the evaluation and analysis of project performance across the IZP projects.
• Development of performance reporting frameworks, tracking tools for project outcomes, and providing strategic insights to improve project delivery and alignment with organizational goals.
• Support the development and management of strategic relationships with key stakeholders in the public and private sector, ensuring effective communication, collaboration, and alignment with IZP objectives.
• Support stakeholder relations activities aimed at building trust, lobbying, enhancing public perception, and facilitating stakeholder engagement across various platforms.
• Map out the IZP stakeholder base and develop a database with engagement plans.
• Assist with preparing monthly and quarterly status reports on IZP projects for consolidation and submission to the COO.

Qualification and Experience

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum NQF7 Qualification in Project Management, Public Management, Business Administration or related.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of five (5) to eight (8) years’ experience in a position undertaking similar work as outlined in the scope of work and deliverables.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Knowledge of project management principles and practices.
• Adaptability and flexibility to changing project requirements and priorities.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Roles and Responsibilities

TECHNICAL/FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES

• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead a support team.
• Proactive and solution-oriented mindset
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving.
• Understanding of public policy and government communication protocols.
• Proficiency in project administration tools and software.
• Understanding of procurement processes and contract administration.
• Knowledge of financial management principles.
• Research and analytical skills.
• Report writing and documentation skills

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Well organised
• Quick Learner
• Communication and Engagement
• Self-Initiative
• Proactive and self-motivated.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines

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PROJECT ADMINISTRATOR

IDC is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of the IDC and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but not limited to candidates from underrepresented designated groups.

Job number IDC00844

Contract Type Fixed Term Contract (36 months)

Posting End Date 6 Nov 2026

Region KwaZulu/Natal

IDC Job Grade A Band

Synopsis

The Project Administrator will be providing technical and administrative support, coordination, and assistance across various project activities to ensure efficient project execution and delivery within stipulated timelines and budgets for the development of an investor-led titanium dioxide plant at the Richards Bay Industrial Development Zone (RBIDZ) Phase 1F in Richards Bay in the KwaZulu Natal Province. The job will revolve around the timeous provision of enabling bulk infrastructure needed for the titanium dioxide plant.

Job Description

• Assist Project Managers in overlaying, mapping and review of CAD design drawings for infrastructure prepared by a multi-disciplinary Professional Team working on the project.
• Perform engineering planning and draughting activities as directed by the Project Managers.
• Set up, manage and maintain an efficient drawing control register and contract documentation filing system (in digital and physical library formats) in line with ISO 9001 Quality Management System for all contract administration on the project.
• Filing of drawings, printing copies of drawings and document control of drawing issue slips.
• Assist the Project Managers in coordinating the milestone activities and deliverables of the Project Team including the Professionals (i.e. design engineers; environmentalists; Health & Safety Agent etc) and the Contractor.
• Attend project meetings and provide minute-taking and report writing from technical and site meetings, as necessary.
• Assist in preparation or review of conceptual designs and reports which will include preliminary designs, drawings, cost estimates, project schedules, project implementation plans and funding applications.
• Assist in preparation or review of detailed designs, tender drawings, schedules of quantities, contract documents, project cost estimates, project schedules and project implementation plans.
• Assist in preparation and issuing of tenders, site inspections, preparation of notices to tenders, adjudication of tenders and preparation of tender reports.
• Assist in handling site queries, attend site meetings, take notes for preparation of minutes.
• Assist in preparation of monthly payment certificates, cost reports, cost control and management of quality assurance.
• Assist in project management including planning and scheduling; budget control; time management and risk management.
• Assist in contract administration of projects.
• Meet with clients and project team members during all project development stages.
• Assist in project liaison with stakeholders during project planning, design and construction stages.
• Assist in ongoing communication and fielding of queries from project team members.
• Assist in technical investigations, information gathering, literature review, evaluation and assessment.
• Assist in report writing and presentation of findings, conclusions and recommendations.
• Assist in site inspections, assessment and fieldwork.
• Assist in measurement and preparation of schedules of quantities.
• Assist in producing progress reports weekly, fortnightly, monthly or quarterly.

Qualification and Experience

QUALIFICATIONS

• National Diploma
• CAD Certification (i.e Autocad, Revit, Civil 3D).
• Degree added advantage

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 2 to 5 years’ experience in a position undertaking similar work as outlined in the scope of work and deliverables.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and efficient document control filing practices for construction projects.
• Adaptability and flexibility to changing project requirements and priorities.

Roles and Responsibilities

TECHNICAL/FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES

• Proficiency in draughting and document control.
• Understanding of a project life cycle in the construction industry.
• Knowledge of financial management principles.
• Research and analytical skills.
• Report writing and documentation skills.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Well organized.
• Quick Learner.
• Results orientated.
• Communication and Engagement.
• Accountability.
• Self-Initiative.
• Proactive and self-motivated.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

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DEALMAKER (FREE STATE)

IDC is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of the IDC and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but not limited to candidates from underrepresented designated groups.

Job number IDC00840

Contract Type Permanent

Posting End Date 2 Nov 2026

Region Free State

IDC Job Grade P-Band

Job Description

To evaluate and present applications for funding and structure deals that contribute towards unit and IDC objectives as well as industry development goals. 

This would include performing the financial and/or technical and/or marketing due diligence functions and ensuring risk identification and mitigation. 

Qualification and Experience

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum qualification: relevant commercial or technical honours degree

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• 5-8 years related experience of which 2-3 years should be in assessment as well as closing of transactions (i.e. management of approved deals up to first drawdown, including ensuring timely conclusion of legal agreements)
• Declared competent in one due diligence discipline (Marketing, Technical or Financial)
• Grounded in one of the above due diligence disciplines
• Experience in interpretation of financial statements
• Sector-specific knowledge would be advantageous
• Knowledge of financial products as used by IDC

Roles and Responsibilities

Financial / Shareholder Returns

• Evaluate and effectively structure transactions with detailed application of IDC financing instruments (where applicable/appropriate)

Internal / Operational Processes

• Evaluate applications for finance (financial, technical or marketing disciplines) through due diligence investigations
• Deal structuring - Designing and negotiating the financial, EHS, legal and other relationships between the client and IDC for the specific deal (where applicable)
• Risk identification and mitigation
• Participate in due diligence teams
• Deal Optimization - Ensuring that the deal is aligned with the strategic objectives of the unit and will contribute to meeting industry development goals
• Account management function up to first draw
• Prepare and submit basic assessments and comprehensive credit proposals that meets the IDC funding requirements.
• Ensuring accurate client data management

Customer Focus & Stakeholder Management

• Maintain meaningful relationships with enquirers, applicants and portfolio clients in conjunction with different support functions in the IDC.
• To effectively interact with different SBU’s and departments in order to fulfil the process requirements related to any specific business transaction.
• Manage and enhance the levels of service and communication to ensure the provision of client service excellence.
• Liaise, communicate and promote the unit externally

Learning, Leadership & People Growth

• Drive and manage own development to enhance own competencies
• Participate in knowledge sharing in the team and cross functional
• Mentoring and acting as a coach to Business Analysts

Job Requirements

TECHNICAL/FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES

• Financial acumen
• Risk identification and mitigation
• Investment/Portfolio Management
• Stakeholder Management and customer focus
• Report writing skills
• Planning and organizing

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Presentation and Communication skills
• Negotiation skills
• Relationship and Networking skills
• Persuading and Influencing skills

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