Renewable Energy Projects Manager at SA: Central Energy Fund

Description

Lead and manage the activities and resources of Renewable Energy Projects section to ensure appropriate renewable energy solutions are identified,
evaluated, funded and project managed until sustainable. To act as a Programme Manager on complex projects.

Requirements

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• At least 10 years’ relevant experience of which 3 – 5 years in a project managerial role of capital projects.
• Matric (NQF Level 4) and bachelor’s degree/BTech Degree (NQF level 7) Engineering or Natural Sciences/ Project Management qualification
• Honours (NQF Level 8) or post graduate diploma (NQF Level 8) in the relevant field as an added advantage. 

DESIRED ADDITIONAL SKILLS/ COMPETENCIES

• Practical skills, experience and demonstrable track record in managing and understanding the energy industry.
• High level integrity, results orientation, managerial and administrative skills backed by project management experience.
• Experience in managing EIA processes.
• Experience in developing waste to energy projects.
• Understanding the South African renewable energy sector
• Understanding the national environmental management policy and regulatory framework
• Understanding the permitting and licensing requirements for energy projects
• Demonstrated organisational leadership at operational levels and navigation in a complex organisation.
• A team player who is assertive and confident
• Critical skills: analytical ability, creativity, communication, influencing, negotiation and leadership

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

 Operational Planning

• Evaluate and comment on the applicability of specific operational key performance indicators and measures against outcomes detailed in the Energy Project Departmental strategic plans.
• Draw up operational plans for the Renewable Energy Section to ensure that planning of the section is aligned to Energy Project Department’s strategic objectives and priorities.
• Develop and implement operational policies in the section according to legislation and any other rules and regulations.
• Review, develop and update best practice Renewable Energy policies and procedures.
• Plan and forecast on short and medium term organisational and personnel needs which includes compiling and developing Standard Operating Procedure (SOP’s) activities.
• Monitor that policies and decisions of the section are implemented in a most functional and effective way.

Direct the activities of the Renewable Energy Section and relevant Programmes/ Projects

• Lead and manage the Renewable Energy section and set the necessary policies, rules and regulations in place to ensure proper and effective Renewable Energy Projects.
• Identify, evaluate and implement renewable energy opportunities.
• Seek, negotiate and obtain funding for proposed programmes/projects.
• Identify, monitor and manage risks within the programmes/projects.
• Compiling weekly, monthly and quarterly reports to Exco and different programme/project steering committees.
• Stay abreast and interprets legislation in regard to the Renewable Energy sector and implement and communicate relevant changes timeously.
• Provide guidance and monitor adherence to all applicable government policy regulatory guidelines, directives and applicable legislation, rules and policies.
• Continuously investigate and recommend the best renewable energy solutions.
• Manage renewable energy programmes or complex projects by combining business strategy and project management technique in order to implement the business strategy and to deliver organisational breakthroughs.
• Integrate strategic and operational plans by identifying activities in the plan, implementing the plan and verifying what has been implemented and check whether aligned with the plan.
• Review the development and risks of the programme/complex projects and to identify the gaps that need closing in order to successfully implement the programme/complex project.
• Appraisal of programme/project proposal for implementation.
• Create financial models for different programme/project proposal as part of project appraisal and analysis.
• Manage the programme/project procurement process.
• Negotiate and manage programme/project contracts.
• Ensure programme/project related legislative compliance is met for all elements of scope.

Budget Management

• Prepare, manage and monitor the operational budget of the Renewable Energy section as well as Renewable Energy Programmes/Projects to ensure effective and efficient functioning and cost control.
• Analyse trends, operating requirements and prepare capital and operating plans/estimates to determine funding for the financial year.
• Evaluate the section/programme/project’s performance against the approved budget and addressing deviations/variances.
• Monitor, recommend and implement corrective measures to rectify deviations/acts contrary to budgetary provisions, financial regulations, audit requirements and departmental procedures.
• Authorise payment requests, requisitions, etc. regarding expenditure as delegated.
• Prepare reports to the GM: Energy Projects detailing the status of expenditure and availability of funds for current and short-term interventions.
• Prepare technical and commercial reports for submission to the GM: Energy Projects for approval when required.

Stakeholder Management

• Liaising with clients and stakeholders to engage and ensure alignment to their interest and expectation.
• Develop strategic partnerships with potential investors.
• Represent the Renewable Energy section in all relevant forums and meetings to ensure good flow of information.
• Liaise with internal and external auditors ensuring that all matters raised by these auditors in queries, management letters and audit reports are addressed.
• Communicate with key funders, clients and other stakeholders on their needs and resolve and respond to their queries.
• Interact with State Departments and other bodies where required
• Interact with any service providers to ensure SLAs have been met and contracts managed appropriately.

People Management

• Identify designated staff responsibilities, authority and personal performance measurement criteria.
• Implement staff development and training to achieve overall objectives.
• Determine staff levels and prepare motivations for the filling of vacancies to complement functional objectives and requirements.
• Determine human resource requirements taking into consideration operational needs, skills scarcity and retention capability.
• Participate in the recruitment and selection of individuals according to job requirements, EE targets and guidelines.
• Evaluate individual and team performance, and address deviations from agreed performance indicators.
• Address workplace conflict through the initiation and coordination of consultative processes and implementation of appropriate disciplinary procedures