Current Jobs at Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA)

Job Description    

• The Lead: Transport Infrastructure is responsible for providing strategic and technical leadership on rail and intermodal transport planning in support of the PSP Programme. The role drives the integration of transport planning, infrastructure strategy, and policy alignment to support sustainable and bankable Public Sector Participation (PSP) initiatives. The role further contributes to the development of innovative transport planning methodologies, analytical tools, and policy frameworks, while incorporating emerging transport technologies and global best practices to strengthen evidence-based decision-making and integrated transport systems planning.

Key Responsibilities    

Strategic Advisory on Rail and Intermodal Transport Planning

• Provide strategic and technical advisory services on rail, freight, passenger, and intermodal transport planning in support of PSP initiatives.
• Lead the integration of intermodal transport considerations into PSP Programme strategies, project design, and infrastructure investment planning.
• Oversee the alignment of PSP projects with long-term national, regional, and sectoral transport strategies and infrastructure master plans.
• Advise on transport network optimisation, corridor development, logistics integration, and multimodal connectivity opportunities.
• Provide transport planning expertise to project feasibility studies, infrastructure assessments, and strategic investment initiatives.

Alignment with Transport Policies and Regulatory Frameworks

• Assess and ensure that PSP Programme initiatives are aligned with national transport policy objectives, regulatory frameworks, and sector legislation.
• Interpret and apply transport policies, planning frameworks, and regulatory requirements within the context of evolving transport systems and PSP models.
• Provide strategic input into transport policy development and regulatory reform processes relevant to PSP initiatives.
• Support compliance with governance, environmental, and planning requirements applicable to transport infrastructure projects.

Integration of Emerging Transport Trends and Innovation

• Monitor, analyse, and assess technological advancements and global trends in rail, freight, logistics, and intermodal transport systems.
• Provide strategic guidance on the application of emerging technologies and innovative transport solutions within PSP Programme projects.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, sustainability, resilience, and integration across transport modes.
• Support the incorporation of smart mobility, digital infrastructure, data analytics, and sustainability principles into transport planning initiatives.
• Promote innovative approaches to transport infrastructure planning and service delivery.

Project Development and Strategic Planning Support

• Provide technical planning input into the development, assessment, and implementation of transport PSP projects and programmes.
• Support the preparation and review of feasibility studies, transport demand analyses, infrastructure assessments, and strategic planning reports.
• Contribute practical insights and lessons learned from PSP initiatives into broader transport policy and planning processes.
• Collaborate with government institutions, transport authorities, and policy-making entities to strengthen integrated transport planning frameworks.
• Support the identification and prioritisation of transport investment opportunities and infrastructure development pipelines.

Standardisation and Decision-Support Tools

• Lead the refinement and enhancement of methodologies, planning frameworks, and analytical tools used in evaluating transport PSP opportunities.
• Support the development and implementation of data-driven planning and decision-support tools to improve transport investment analysis and project prioritisation.
• Promote standardisation, consistency, and innovation in transport planning and evaluation methodologies.
• Contribute to the development of transport modelling approaches, scenario analyses, and performance assessment frameworks.
• Apply evidence-based planning principles and best practices across PSP Programme initiatives.

Stakeholder Engagement and Partnership Management

• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with government departments, transport authorities, regulators, development finance institutions, private sector participants, and industry stakeholders.
• Represent the PSP Programme in stakeholder engagements, technical forums, industry working groups, and strategic planning discussions.
• Facilitate collaboration between transport sector stakeholders to support integrated infrastructure planning and PSP implementation.
• Support stakeholder consultations and engagement processes associated with transport planning initiatives and PSP projects.

Knowledge Sharing and Capacity Building

• Promote knowledge sharing on transport planning methodologies, policy developments, emerging trends, and PSP best practices.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to internal stakeholders, project teams, and specialists on transport planning and PSP-related matters.
• Contribute to institutional learning by documenting and disseminating insights, lessons learned, and best practices from transport PSP projects.
• Support capability development initiatives aimed at strengthening transport planning and PSP expertise within the organisation.

People Management

• Manage internal and external teams, ensuring effective task allocation, supervision, and quality assurance.
• Lead mentor, and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning to maximise individual and collective potential.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the Infrastructure Finance team and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Drive talent development initiatives, including coaching, performance management, and career pathing, to build and retain a skilled and motivated team.
• Identify training needs and support professional development initiatives to ensure staff are equipped to meet evolving demands.
• Drive a culture of innovation and continuous improvement across the agency to support strategic agility.

Key Measurements of Outputs

• Quality and strategic relevance of transport planning advisory reports and recommendations delivered for PSP projects.
• Percentage of PSP Programme projects incorporating intermodal transport integration principles.
• Percentage of transport PSP initiatives aligned with applicable transport policies and regulatory frameworks.
• Timely delivery of technical transport planning input into project development and decision-making processes.
• Number of innovative transport solutions or emerging technology recommendations incorporated into PSP projects.
• Quality and effectiveness of transport planning methodologies, frameworks, and decision-support tools developed or refined.
• Contribution to the identification and advancement of viable transport infrastructure investment opportunities.
• Stakeholder satisfaction with transport planning and technical advisory support provided.
• Effectiveness of multidisciplinary coordination across rail, marine, GIS, structural, traffic, and rail safety functions.
• Number and quality of knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and capacity-building initiatives delivered.

Expertise & Technical Competencies    
Minimum Qualifications

• A postgraduate qualification in Engineering (Civil or Transport), Transport Economics, Commerce or related field.

Minimum Requirements

• A minimum of 10 years demonstrable experience in the transport and rail sector, with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in supervising a team.
• Knowledge of South African policies, legislation and regulatory environment related to the transport sector in general and the rail sector in specific, and public-private partnerships
• Strong analytical and research skills and ability to influence at a senior level with a range of stakeholders, including the private sector and government bodies
• Extensive experience working with projects in Public Private Partnerships (PPPs)
• Experience working on large-scale infrastructure or capital-intensive projects
• Proven ability to provide value to transactions for the benefit of and/or the client through knowledge of the subject, innovation and lateral thinking.
• Sound experience in private and public sector investments.
• Demonstrated knowledge of legislation, regulations, policies, processes and procedures governing the infrastructure planning and development in South Africa (e.g. PFMA).

Desirable Requirements

• Experience in an advisory role in infrastructure, transport or rail.
• Experience in African infrastructure markets or emerging market contexts.

Deadline:6th September,2026

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Job Description    

• The role is responsible for leading and guiding the structuring, development, execution, and implementation of infrastructure finance transactions and sustainable financing solutions that support economic development and infrastructure delivery. The role is responsible for leading transaction teams, driving innovative financing initiatives, mobilising public and private sector funding, supporting strategic infrastructure investments, and providing specialist advisory services to internal and external stakeholders in alignment with the PSP Programme’s mandate and strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities    
Infrastructure Finance Modelling and Transactions

• Lead the preparation, structuring, negotiation, and execution of complex infrastructure finance transactions, investment operations, and financing solutions under the PSP Programme. 
• Direct advanced financial analysis and modelling within multidisciplinary project teams to support the design of complex financial structures and credit enhancement mechanisms that mobilise commercial capital for infrastructure and development finance purposes. 
• Provide strategic advisory services to internal and external stakeholders on the development and implementation of sustainable public and private sector infrastructure investments within the PSP Programme. 
• Contribute as an integral member of project and programme teams conducting due diligence, feasibility assessments, commercial evaluations, and financial structuring activities for infrastructure finance projects. 
• Drive the progression of infrastructure projects to bankability through effective transaction structuring, risk mitigation, due diligence, and stakeholder engagement. 
• Lead credit approval processes and negotiate detailed transaction terms in collaboration with Treasury, Legal, Portfolio Management, and other key stakeholders. 
• Support the development and expansion of the PSP Programme pipeline, including identification and advancement of viable infrastructure financing opportunities. 

Financial Structuring and Financing Solutions

• Develop and implement financial advisory solutions for the PSP Programme, including mandated lead arranger (MLA) services and associated technical, financial, environmental, insurance, and banking solutions. 
• Lead the design and implementation of innovative and sustainable financing instruments to accelerate infrastructure delivery. 
• Structure advanced financing solutions for PSP Programme clients, including blended finance structures, Public Private Partnerships (PPPs), B-BBEE funding structures, local currency financing, guarantees, and derivative hedging instruments. 
• Develop and implement complex financing instruments, including project bonds, green bonds, CPI-linked debt, bridging facilities, working capital facilities, construction performance bonds, and project preparation facilities. 
• Conduct financial modelling, sensitivity analysis, scenario testing, and transaction analytics to support investment decision-making and transaction execution. 
• Support funding mobilisation initiatives through engagement with financial markets, development finance institutions, commercial banks, investors, and strategic partners. 
• Provide integrated financial advisory services across technical, financial, environmental, insurance, and banking dimensions within infrastructure finance transactions. 
• Facilitate access to financial markets to support PSP Programme investments and operations, contributing to sustainable economic development and infrastructure expansion. 

Stakeholder and Partnership Management

• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with government institutions, development finance institutions, private sector investors, commercial banks, and infrastructure stakeholders. 
• Support public sector institutions in structuring and financing Public Private Partnerships (PPPs) and strategic infrastructure programmes aligned to
• Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). 
• Represent the PSP Programme in stakeholder engagements, negotiations, industry forums, and strategic partnership discussions. 
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to identify investment opportunities, unlock funding, and facilitate infrastructure development initiatives. 

Governance and Strategic Support

• Comply with governance frameworks, investment mandates, risk management requirements, and regulatory obligations throughout the transaction lifecycle. 
• Prepare and review investment memoranda, transaction reports, governance submissions, Board papers, and Executive Committee reports. 
• Support long-term financial planning, portfolio strategy, and infrastructure financing initiatives in collaboration with Treasury and Finance teams. 
• Contribute to the development and implementation of strategic initiatives, financing frameworks, and infrastructure development programmes under the PSP Programme. 
• Perform additional strategic and operational duties as required by the Head of Division. 

People Management

• Manage internal and external teams, ensuring effective task allocation, supervision, and quality assurance.
• Lead mentor, and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning to maximise individual and collective potential.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the Infrastructure Finance team and multidisciplinary project teams. 
• Drive talent development initiatives, including coaching, performance management, and career pathing, to build and retain a skilled and motivated team.
• Identify training needs and support professional development initiatives to ensure staff are equipped to meet evolving demands.
• Drive a culture of innovation and continuous improvement across the agency to support strategic agility.

Key Measurements of Outputs

• Quality, accuracy, and robustness of financial models and financing solutions developed. 
• Value and number of project approvals, commitments, financial closes, and disbursements achieved. 
• Value of infrastructure investment and development catalysed through financing initiatives. 
• Value of public and private sector partnerships and funding mobilised. 
• Percentage of projects progressed to bankability and successful implementation.
• Effectiveness of transaction structuring, due diligence, and risk mitigation processes. 
• Timeliness and quality of investment analysis, governance submissions, and transaction reporting. 
• Compliance with governance, regulatory, and credit approval requirements. 
• Stakeholder satisfaction with advisory support, financing solutions, and transaction execution. 
• Achievement of clean audit outcomes and effective resolution of audit findings.

Expertise & Technical Competencies    
Minimum Qualifications

• A postgraduate qualification in Development Finance, Finance, Business, Engineering or Economics.

Minimum Requirements

• A minimum of 10 years demonstrable experience in infrastructure, development or project finance at a professional level, with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in supervising a team.
• Proven track record in end-to-end transaction execution, including structuring, financial modelling, negotiation, and financial close
• Extensive experience working with projects in Public Private Partnerships (PPPs), blended finance and development finance structures, as well as debt and equity structuring
• Familiar with the credit analysis and investment approval processes.
• Extensive exposure to engaging with DFIs, commercial banks, and institutional investors
• Experience in investing in infrastructure in emerging markets, ideally in the transport sector.
• Proven experience in project risk identification, management and mitigation.
• Demonstrable experience in assessing investment transaction opportunities and projects from early review to bankable debt financing deals.
• Experience with working with deal teams and assigning resources to conclude transactions.
• Proven ability to provide value to transactions for the benefit of and/or the client through knowledge of the subject, innovation and lateral thinking.
• Sound experience in private and public sector investments.
• Demonstrated knowledge of legislation, regulations, policies, processes and procedures governing the infrastructure planning and development in South Africa (e.g. PFMA).

Desirable Requirements

• Experience in infrastructure, transport, logistics or public-private partnership programmes
• Professional certifications: CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst), CA(SA) or equivalent accounting qualification
• Financial modelling, infrastructure finance, or PPP certifications

Deadline:6th September,2026

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Job Description    

• The Programme Manager is responsible for leading, coordinating, and managing the successful planning, implementation, monitoring, and delivery of Public Sector Participation (PSP) programmes. The role ensures that PSP initiatives are delivered within approved scope, timelines, budgets, governance requirements, and strategic objectives. The Programme Manager provides oversight across the full project lifecycle, including project identification, planning, procurement coordination, contract management, stakeholder engagement, risk management, financial oversight, and reporting.

Key Responsibilities    
Programme Identification and Planning

• Contribute to the identification, assessment, and confirmation of viable PSP projects and programme opportunities.
• Facilitate the development, review, agreement, and approval of programme and project charters and implementation plans.
• Oversee the accurate registration and maintenance of approved projects within the PSP Programme project management system and databases.
• Coordinate project planning activities to ensure alignment with programme objectives, governance requirements, and stakeholder expectations.
• Support the development of project schedules, delivery frameworks, milestones, and implementation roadmaps.

Programme Design and Implementation

• Develop and manage comprehensive PSP projects/programmes implementation plans, support frameworks, and delivery schedules.
• Coordinate projects/programmes initiation, mobilisation, handover, execution, and closure activities across the programme lifecycle.
• Oversee that projects/programmes implementation is aligned with the approved scope, strategic objectives, budgets, and timelines.
• Monitor project delivery performance and facilitate corrective actions where required.
• Support the integration of multidisciplinary technical, financial, legal, and stakeholder inputs into project execution processes.

Contract and Performance Management

• Coordinate the appointment and contracting of professional service providers, consultants, technical experts, and project personnel in collaboration with procurement and relevant support functions.
• Monitor the performance of project managers, consultants, contractors, and service providers against contractual obligations and deliverables.
• Manage contract compliance, performance issues, and escalation processes where required.
• Adhere to service delivery standards, contractual milestones, and reporting obligations are achieved.
• Support procurement planning and contract administration activities across PSP projects.

Programme Monitoring, Reporting, and Risk Management

• Monitor projects/programmes progress, implementation schedules, budgets, risks, and overall programme performance.
• Prepare and submit accurate and timely project progress reports, expenditure reports, governance submissions, and risk reports.
• Maintain project risk registers and ensure appropriate mitigation strategies are implemented for identified risks and issues.
• Track project performance indicators and ensure effective project/programme governance and reporting practices are maintained.
• Escalate critical project risks, delays, or budget deviations to management where necessary.

Stakeholder Engagement and Coordination

• Coordinate stakeholder engagements, project/programme meetings, workshops, presentations, and decision-making forums.
• Facilitate collaboration and communication between internal business units, government institutions, project teams, consultants, and external stakeholders.
• Support stakeholder management and communication activities in collaboration with the Stakeholder Engagement and Communications function.
• Manage stakeholder expectations, resolve concerns and project/programme dependencies are effectively managed throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare stakeholder engagement materials, presentations, meeting records, and progress updates.

Financial Management

• Develop and manage project/programme budgets in alignment with approved scope, delivery plans, and implementation schedules.
• Monitor and control project/programme expenditure to ensure all remain within approved budget parameters.
• Prepare financial forecasts, expenditure tracking reports, and budget variance analyses.
• Support financial governance, compliance, and audit requirements associated with PSP projects and programmes.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting throughout the project lifecycle.

Resource Management

• Coordinate administrative, operational, and logistical support for project/programme teams, consultants, and contract personnel.
• Develop and manage project/programme resources and staffing plans to support successful programme delivery.
• Oversee the allocation, utilisation, and performance management of project/programme resources.
• Support onboarding, coordination, and performance monitoring of project/programme personnel and service providers.
• Ensure adequate resourcing to meet programme delivery requirements and project timelines.

Information and Knowledge Management

• Maintain accurate, complete, and up-to-date project/programme documentation, records, and programme information systems.
• Manage the centralised repository and document library for all PSP Programme project records, reports, contracts, and governance documentation.
• Ensure compliance with audit, governance, reporting, and record-keeping requirements.
• Support knowledge management initiatives through the documentation of lessons learned, case studies, and best practices.
• Facilitate information sharing and institutional learning across PSP Programme initiatives.

People Management

• Manage internal and external teams, ensuring effective task allocation, supervision, and quality assurance.
• Lead mentor, and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning to maximise individual and collective potential.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the Infrastructure Finance team and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Drive talent development initiatives, including coaching, performance management, and career pathing, to build and retain a skilled and motivated team.
• Identify training needs and support professional development initiatives to ensure staff are equipped to meet evolving demands.
• Drive a culture of innovation and continuous improvement across the agency to support strategic agility.

Expertise & Technical Competencies    
Minimum Qualifications

• A post-graduate qualification in Project Management, Engineering (Civil or Transport), Business Administration, Commerce or related field.
• Professional project management certification: PMP, PRINCE2, SACPCMP,PMBOK or equivalent project/programme management certification

Minimum Requirements

• A minimum of 10 years demonstrable experience in programme management in the capital projects environment and managing multiple projects in the transport and rail sector, with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in supervising or managing teams.
• In-depth experience in programme and project management software, methodologies and tools, and project budget management and resource management.
• Experience working on large-scale and complex infrastructure or capital-intensive projects to successful completion.
• Strong understanding of governance, procurement, and infrastructure project delivery processes.
• Knowledge of South African policies, legislation and regulatory environment related to the transport sector in general and the rail sector in specific, and public-private partnerships.
• Demonstrated knowledge of legislation, regulations, policies, processes and procedures governing the infrastructure planning and development in South Africa (e.g. PFMA).
• Extensive experience in programme reporting and to various stakeholders including multidisciplinary teams and senior stakeholders.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience in the public sector engaging senior-level stakeholders.
• Experience in African infrastructure markets or emerging market contexts.
• Extensive experience working with projects in Public Private Partnerships (PPPs).

Deadline:6th September,2026

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Job Description    

• Provide end-to-end administrative support, consolidate reports and maintain the records management system for the unit. The role will be not limited to general administration, reporting and database administration only. 

Key Responsibilities    
General Administration

Provide administrative support to the units:

• Manage day-to-day administrative activities
• Manage diaries and arrange meetings
• Organise refreshments when required for meetings
• Make logistics arrangements for internal and external engagements
• Take minutes, distribute for inputs and follow up on actions required.
• Perform administrative duties including preparing and editing of reports, confidential correspondence and general documentation, filling, faxing, photocopying, and administrative work.
• Perform secretariat functions for the internal committees that are part of the unit structures, ensuring compliance with governance prescripts.
• Draft, format, and proofread correspondence, reports, presentations, and other documents.
• Coordinate and assist in the preparation of cluster/unit submissions to the board, business review, management committees, and ad-hoc resolutions from division-specific committees (secretariat).
• Administer the local and international travelling arrangements and the processing of claims for the units.
• Attend to general queries made to the Head and team members, answer and screen incoming calls.
• Support ongoing team projects by updating trackers, following up on deadlines, and organising documentation.
• Administer procurement processes and facilitate the submission and processing of invoices and claims.
• Coordinate, collate and assist in the preparation of reports and presentations for unit submissions.
• Coordinate internal audit and monitoring activities, including periodic review of the division and units.
• Manage office supplies, stationery, and equipment, ensuring stock availability.
• Collaborate with the events unit to coordinate plans for external stakeholders’ events.
• Assist with processing invoices, purchase orders, travel requests, and claims.

Reporting and Database Administration

• Assist in the coordination/preparation and alignment of unit/s balanced scorecard (BSC), and track and monitor plans to provide reports to the team.
• Coordinate the preparation of the divisional/unit budgets and monitor the spending together with the budget owner.
• Undertake project management tasks and provide project administration support on allocated projects.
• Prepare and present reports concerning activities, expenses, budgets and other items affecting the division/unit.
• Develop and maintain an advanced record-keeping (manual/electronic) and filing system to ensure an updated central repository and database for unit documents.
• Coordinate service providers’ database administration to ensure a central repository of information on service providers.
• Maintain updated contact lists, distribution lists, and team databases.
• Undertake other administrative duties as assigned, from time to time.

Key measurements of outputs:

• Timeous and efficient team administration support.
• Effective support with travel arrangements and administration thereof.
• Effective management of SCM submissions, invoice processing, etc.
• Quality of presentations and reports.
• Management of budget, including operational expenses.
• Documents generated accurately.
• Minimal errors with regard to administration.
• Effective record-keeping management and retrieval systems.
• Clean audit.

Expertise & Technical Competencies    
Project Management

• Demonstrates an understanding of the key principles of project management and carries out some aspects, such as defining objectives.
• Assists project management teams in an administrative capacity.

Data Collection and Analysis

• Understands where to locate internal data/information.
• Is able to collect and collate simple/readily available internal data.
• Can perform routine analyses according to protocols developed by others.
• Basic knowledge of statistical theories and methods.
• Distinguishes information that is not pertinent to a decision or solution.

Reporting

• Prepares standard reports on relevant subjects with guidance.
• Collates and conducts simple analyses of data for inclusion in a report.

Computer Literacy

• Is aware of the organisation's policies related to the use of computers and other technology.
• Applies the basic functionality of common software, such as word processing systems, to complete assigned tasks.
• Generally knows how to use and maintain own office/workplace equipment.

Written Communication

• Writes clearly and concisely simple workrelated documents.
• Expresses simple ideas clearly in writing.
• Understands enough to independently handle most tasks in this area most of the time, but is supplied with direction for work objectives.

Verbal Communication

• Able to explain simple procedures or instructions to others in a clear way.
• Uses a limited range of words to meet simple spoken needs.

Business Acumen

• Understands business fundamentals.
• Analyses and comprehends organisational goals and strategies.
• Understands tactical business fundamentals in the public sector environment and incorporates them into decision-making.

Financial Acumen

• Is aware of the cost implications of their own actions.
• Able to use existing simple financial monitoring systems effectively to control revenues/costs of own area.
• Maintains a broad understanding of DBSA budgeting processes and timescales.

Planning and Organising

• Is relied on to help others plan and organise their workload.
• Uses effectively advanced time management processes to deal with high workloads and tight deadlines.
• Organises, prioritises and schedules tasks so they can be performed within budget and with the efficient use of time and resources.
• Achieves goals in a timely manner, despite obstacles encountered, by organising, reprioritising and re-planning.

Minimum Qualification

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in office administration, Project Management or Business Administration.

Minimum Experience

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in providing administrative support to Teams in a medium to large size organisation.
• Proven experience in managing team calendars, scheduling meetings and taking and distributing meeting minutes.
• Demonstrated experience in preparing reports, presentations, and correspondence for the Teams, Unit Heads, etc.
• Maintaining filing systems and records.
• Experience in coordinating travel arrangements, logistics and administration thereof.
• Proven experience in supporting procurement or expense administration.
• Experience in communicating (verbal and written), and drafting reports and presentations for Executives and Board level.
• Experience in coordinating, consolidating and tracking cross-functional projects and stakeholder engagements.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office (MS-Word, MS Excel (at an advanced level of proficiency), MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook).

Desirable Requirements

• Experience in the banking and/or financial services sector.
• SAP Procurement

Deadline:11th September,2026