Overview
Technical Advisor: Governance and Sustainability/FTC Jobs in Sandton, South Africa at talentCRU
Position: Â Technical Advisor: Governance and Sustainability (5 year FTC)
JOB
PURPOSE
To pioneer the implementation of the SEZ governance andsustainabilitystrategies aimed at developing competitive Special Economic Zones in South Africa.
QUALIFICATIONS
Degree in either Business Sciences, Economics, Finance or Development Economics. Honours or Masters Degrees preferable. Member of a professional body will be an advantage.
EXPERIENCE
5 – 8 years experience in aSenior Managementposition in regional development.
Thorough understanding of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).
Advanced knowledge and experience of industrial development and regional development.
Good capability on developing policy, guidelines and development instruments.
Accelerate the implementation of the SEZ Governance Model
Lead the development of a new SEZ governance model that promotes better coordination.
Mobilise national support for the implementation of the new SEZ governance model.
Coordinate the involvement of all spheres of government and national sector departments in the planning and development of SEZ.
Provide support to provinces and SEZ on the establishment of SEZ entities.
Lead the establishment of SEZ entities.
Ensure that SEZ are established in accordance with the SEZ Act and dtic standards.
Ensure that SEZs adhere to good corporate governance through prudent financial management, enhancing viability andsustainabilityof projects.
Provide Technical Support Services onSustainabilityto SEZs
Provide technical support on the development of financialsustainabilitymodels for Special Economic Zones.
Capitalize on the regional competitive advantages.
Identify funding opportunities where required for viable SEZ, including external funding, joint ventures, and grants.
Assess viability and risk of new SEZ projects and make new recommendations.
Work with other development institutions to coordinate the development of SEZs in line with their growth stage.
Accelerate Industrialisation through SEZ
Formulate and implement SEZ plans and strategies that align with current industrialization programs in South Africa.
Develop, execute and monitor the implementation of the regional impact of SEZ programme.
Mobilise private sector and government on the implementation of SEZ plans.
Keep abreast with market trends.
Identify and initiate high impact programmes and projects in and with various SEZs.
Market the province’s industrial opportunities among potential local and international industrialists through among other things an annual industrial convention, industrial support services, industrial exhibitions, etc.
Research and Best Practice in SEZ and Regional Development
Provide oversight on research projects that drivecontinuous improvementof the Programme.
Ensure research into new and existing processes, materials and techniques on regional development and SEZ growth.
Understand market trends and market analysis to appropriately guide the development of the programme in new areas.
Assess technical risks and mitigation plans.
Keep abreast of industry standards, regulations, and potential changes.
TECHNICAL/FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES
Planning and organising
Analytical thinking
Problem Solving
Attention to detail
Stakeholder Management
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES
Collaborationand Influence
Accountability
Leadership
Strategic Thinker
Results oriented
LEADERSHIP
COMPETENCIES – IF APPLICABLE FOR T…
Title: Technical Advisor: Governance and Sustainability/FTC
Company: talentCRU
Location: Sandton, South Africa
Category: Management, Business
