IC-UI&UPI at Public Investment Corporation

The key responsibilities of the successful individuals will include, but are not limited to: 

• Contribute to the property investment and property management expertise of the IC-UI&UPI by providing independent technical, commercial and financial input to assist members of the IC-UI&UPI to enable decision-making regarding property investments; and 
• Provide, as and when required, input regarding property trends and developments within the property sector or industry to enhance members’ decision-making process. 
• Individuals interested to be appointed as Unlisted Property Investments Independent Expert must have integrity, demonstrate ethical behaviour and meet a combination of the following criteria:

Key Competencies

• At least 10 years’ experience in real estate investments, property development, social and economic infrastructure, and/or asset management, and pension fund investments in respect of property investments, at least 5 of which were at a senior level
• Experience in serving on investment, social and economic infrastructure committees, with a particular focus on skills related to empathy and mentoring investment teams 
• Proven experience in unlisted real estate debt and equity transaction structures 
• Technical and/or operational understanding of the real estate asset classes within which the PIC invests in 
• Asset Management experience in South Africa, rest of Africa and internationally
• Consultancy and/or advisory experience on Investment Committees / Board committees/Advisory Boards 
• Critical evaluation of real estate investment proposals 
• Value-adding attitude 
• Honesty and willingness to express views in robust and constructive manner constructively 
• Commitment to the PIC’s vision and mission 
• Not be disqualified to be appointed as a Director or Trustee 
• Independence from PIC and lack of conflict of interests

Qualifications

• Honours/Master’s Degree in Real Estate, Property Development, Social and Economic Infrastructure, Commerce/Developmental Finance or Legal or equivalent relevant area of specialisation (MBA/MFI/Mcom/MSc, etc)
• Any relevant recognised professional qualifications such CA/CFA, etc
• Registered FSCA FAIS Representative is preferred