• Matric and a postgraduate diploma/honours degree (NQF Level 8) in Law, Engineering or Commerce.
• A minimum of 8-10 years’ experience in the Energy sector that must include experience in project management, project financing and development financing.
• 3 - 5 years’ experience must be at top management within the Energy Sector.
• Experience with restructuring and implementation of turnaround strategies in the public sector
• Experience in working with high-level government relations and with strategic program management.
• Experiencing in managing complex investment within the energy sector
• Experience with negotiations in strategic engagements will serve as an added advantage.
• Master’s degree (NQF 9) in Business Administration will serve as an added advantage.

DESIRED ADDITIONAL SKILLS/ COMPETENCIES

• Advanced knowledge of Energy Sector and advanced knowledge or investments in energy sector.
• Sound knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA)
• Understanding of market dynamics in the Energy sector
• Understanding of parliamentary protocols
• Leadership skills, Influencing skills & Strategic thinking
• Networking, Stakeholder management & Financial Acumen
• Crisis management, Sector expertise & Advanced Project Management skills
• Critical reasoning skills & Financial management

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Executive Leadership Support

• Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO, assisting in managing day-to-day operations, strategic initiatives, and executive-level decision-making.
• Facilitate communication between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders, ensuring timely and accurate flow of information.
• Prepare briefing documents, executive presentations, and reports for board meetings, investor updates, and government engagements.
• Monitor reporting per business unit and ensure alignment with corporate scorecard
• Develop and monitor actionable items.
• Provide high-level analysis, insights, and recommendations to support critical decision-making processes

Corporate governance

• Synthesizes insights and updates from the GE Legal Risk & Compliance and GE for Cosec, providing the CEO with a consolidated view of corporate governance issues. This integrated perspective helps in making informed decisions that consider legal, regulatory, and secretarial dimensions.
• The role acts as a bridge between operational execution and strategic oversight by ensuring that risk management, legal compliance, and corporate secretarial functions are fully aligned.

Stakeholder engagement and communication

• Act as a key point of contact for government officials, regulatory bodies, and other external stakeholders, ensuring transparent and effective communication.
• Facilitate clear and consistent communication between the CEO’s office, board members, and subsidiary management teams.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials, regulators, investors, and energy sector partners.
• Represent the CEO and the firm in high-level meetings, forums, and public engagements as required.

Operational Excellence

• Oversee complex, cross-functional projects ensuring timely delivery, cost control, and achievement of strategic objectives.
• Coordinate the planning, development, and execution of key strategic projects and transformation initiatives as directed by the CEO.
• Identify opportunities to streamline operations and improve efficiency across internal processes within the group.

Crisis management and Risk mitigation

• Act as a central point for crisis management, ensuring the firm responds swiftly and appropriately to any risks, disruptions, or market changes, especially those related to energy market volatility.
• Develop and oversee the execution of risk management strategies, particularly in relation to PE investments and energy sector challenges.

Published date: 17 April 2025

Closing Date   :  26 April 2025

NOTE: The successful candidate/s for the advertised position/s will be required to undergo personnel suitability checks, which includes, criminal records, citizenship, financial checks, qualifications and previous employment (Reference checks). It is the responsibility of the applicant to make sure that foreign qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority and the evaluation certificate is attached to the application on submission. If you do not hear from the CEF SOC three months after the closing date of the advertisement, consider your application unsuccessful.  CEF SOC reserves the right to not fill this position. CEF SOC is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, and it is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment, especially in respect of race, gender and disability. This position will be filled in accordance with the CEF SOC Employment Equity Plan.