Chief Executive Officer - Tirisano Construction Fund at IDC

Job Description

• Review the Operational Guidelines adopted by the Trustees and obtain approval for any amendments.
• Engage with the relevant IDC internal departments (including the PICC) in executing its responsibilities as detailed in clause 5.2 of the TAA.
• Improve and update (if required) the existing policies, systems and procedures for the TCF, which the Trustees should approve to ensure compliance with relevant legislation, including the PFMA and PPPFA.
• Coordinate activities of all the relevant IDC departments concerning the activities of the TCF.
• Management of the TCF staff.
• Manage the process for opening windows for applications for all funding projects, ensure applications are correctly allocated and reviewed and manage the selection process, including due diligence and trustee approval.
• Monitoring progress, performance and payments (in line with approved policies and procedures) to all contracted professionals, beneficiaries and entities involved in programmes funded by the TCF.
• Ensure a focused and efficient process and evaluation criteria for each of the Funding programmes. Monitor the performance of all programmes and implement measures to improve the outcome and value of the programmes.
• Report formally prepared reports quarterly to the Trustees on the performance of the TCF and meet with the Trustees on a regular basis to discuss progress and address issues.
• Prepare all aspects of the Annual Report, including audited financials, design, copy, publications and distribution to relevant stakeholders.

Qualification and Experience

Qualifications

• Qualified Civil Engineer (or similar construction-related field) or a degree in Economics, Finance, Law or Business Management.
• A master’s degree (construction-related field) or an MBA/MBL would be an advantage.
• Registration with a professional body (ECSA / SACPCMP) would be an advantage.

Knowledge & Experience

• 8-10 years’ related experience, of which 4 years + experience in the Construction Industry
• Experience in a leadership position (preferably in a construction company) would be an advantage.
• Proven project management skills.
• Experience in managing social infrastructure projects would be an advantage.
• Proven experience in dealing with local communities and municipalities.
• Strong working knowledge of the operational processes in national government departments.