Manager in the Office of the Chair at Central Energy Fund (CEF)

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Matric, Bachelor’s Degree/BTech Degree (NQF level 7)
• Honours’ Degree (NQF Level 8) in the relevant field as an added advantage
• Minimum 9 years in the Energy Sector of which 3 -5 years must be at Managerial experience
• Experience working in a state-owned environment
• Experience working with high-level government relations
• Experience with strategic program management
• Experiencing in managing complex investment within the energy sector

 DESIRED ADDITIONAL SKILLS/ COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of Energy Sector
• Knowledge of investments in energy sector
• Understanding of market dynamics in the Energy sector
• Understanding of parliamentary protocols
• Predictive and Financial Modelling
• Understanding of government systems and protocols including parliamentary ones

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

 Strategic Support to Chairperson

• Act as a principal advisor to the Chairperson on governance, strategic, and operational matters.
• Support the Chairperson in overseeing the execution of board directives and resolutions.
• Conduct research and provide insights on industry trends, energy policy developments, and governance best practices

 Governance and Board Liaison

• Coordinate and prepare agendas, board packs, and reports for the Chairperson’s review.
• Monitor and track the implementation of board decisions and action items.
• Serve as a liaison between the Chairperson, the board, and the executive management team.

Stakeholder management

• Manage communication with key stakeholders, including government departments, regulators, industry bodies, and community representatives.
• Represent the Chairperson’s office in meetings and events when required.
• Draft and review correspondence, speeches, and public statements for the Chairperson.

Operational Oversight

• Ensure the smooth functioning of the Chairperson’s office by managing workflows, priorities, and schedules.
• Oversee the coordination of events, meetings, and travel arrangements for the Chairperson.
• Act as a point of escalation for issues requiring the Chairperson’s attention