Currents Job Openings at Ithala Development Finance Corporation Limited

REFERENCE NUMBER: LJ23154

Reporting to the Senior Legal Adviser, the Legal Securities Officer will take responsibility for the safekeeping of group security documents/contracts/agreements and managing the database. 

The Legal Securities Officer will: 

•  Check all documents including supporting documents from business units for correctness using a checklist within one working day of receipt. 
•  Update computer database to ensure that the correct documents are scanned and stored in the system. 
•  Generate progress and status update reports daily to business units randomly evaluate data base system (banking and Metrofile systems) for errors. 
•  Ensure safe keeping of records and generate monthly records management reports.
•  Control and maintain access register to the strong room. 
•  Liaise with internal and external stakeholders and ensure adherence to SLA’s. 
•  Evaluate requests for release of documents and recommend for approval or reject release. 
•  Manage human capital through effective performance management and employee development and empowerment related to direct subordinates. 

The following minimum requirements should be met to be considered: 
Qualifications:

•  Matric (preferably with Mathematics/Mathematical Literacy or Accounting). 
•  A post-matric qualification at NQF level 5 in Office Management/Administration will serve as an added advantage. 

Experience:

•  5 years’ experience in office management and data capturing. 
•  Minimum of 5 years supervisory experience. 
•  5 years’ knowledge and experience in dealing with securities documents. 
•  Minimum of 5 years’ experience of the document management systems, of which 3 years should be functional knowledge of the Metrofile Document Management System or any other Document Management System. 

Requisite Functional Competencies: 

•  Computer literacy in Ms Office package. 
•  Knowledge and experience in financial planning and forecasting. 
•  Knowledge and understanding of Public Financial Management Act. 
•  Knowledge of corporate governance principles. 
•  Good knowledge and understanding of securities.
•  Good understanding of commercial legal environment plus a good understanding of property management and law, contract law, commercial law and the debt collection process. 
•  Knowledge of relevant legislation, e.g. Banks Act, FAIS, FICA, Insolvency Act, Companies Act and NCA. 

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REFERENCE NUMBER: LJ23134 

Reporting to the Divisional Manager: Implementing Agent, the Manager: Program Delivery in Built Environment will effectively manage all aspects of projects and programmes assigned to IDFC implementation to ensure project/programme success.

The Manager: Program Delivery in Built Environment is responsible for: 

•  Strategy development and implementation and drafting of the terms of reference for the appointment of service provider through the SCM process. 
•  Project and program management in built environment and ensure that deliverables and milestones are completed on time. 
•  Stakeholder engagement by attending stakeholder meetings and present reports to stakeholders/projects principals when required. 
•  Ensuring community participation on the implemented projects or programs. 
•  Identification, monitoring, and mitigation of projects risks. 
•  Financial sustainability and viability of the implemented projects through reporting on the expenditure and variations of the project. 
•  Human capital management through effective performance management and employee development and empowerment related to direct subordinates. 

The following minimum requirements should be met to be considered: 
Qualifications:

•  Bachelor's degree/BTech degree or equivalent qualification in built environment discipline. 
•  Post graduate qualification in built environment would serve as an advantage. 
•  Minimum professional registration as a Candidate (construction) Project Manager with SACPCMP or Equivalent. 

Experience:

•  Minimum of 5 years project management experience in the built environment. 
•  Experience in planning and implementation of construction projects from inception to close out. 
•  Valid code B Driver’s licence. 

Requisite Functional Competencies: 

•  Computer literacy in Ms Office package. 
•  Knowledge and experience in financial planning and forecasting. 
•  Knowledge and understanding of Public Financial Management Act. 
•  Knowledge of corporate governance principals. 
•  Knowledge of risk management concepts, frameworks and methodology. 
•  Excellent understanding of business operational and procedures. 
•  Strong research and analytical abilities. 

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REFERENCE NUMBER: LJ22061 

Reporting to the Group Chief Information Officer, the Divisional Manager: Applications Management will manage the end-to-end process and ongoing development of application development, data management, programme management and information management and security. 

The successful candidate's responsibilities will be to: 

• Develop and manage the Divisional Strategy and Policies. 
• Management of operations in the division 
• Coordinate and manage the divisional budgetary process. 
• Formulate and/or periodically review the divisional Policies and Strategic Plan based on the current IT strategic plan, business plan and/or practices. 
• Manage Service Level Agreements and service provider performance. 
• Compile divisional budget and manage expenditures. 
• Ensure effective management of human resources. 

The following minimum requirements should be met in order to be considered: 
Qualification:

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology. 
• Post Graduate qualification in IT will be advantageous. 
• The following relevant industry certifications will be advantageous: 
• Project Management e.g. Prince 2, PMBOK 
• Agile methodologies e.g., PMI-ACP; AgilePM; CPO; CEC; CDA Enterprise & Systems Architecture e.g., TOGAF; COBIT 

Minimum:

• Seven (7) years' experience in a similar environment, minimum of three (3) years' experience Senior Management. 

Requisite Functional Competencies 

• Computer Literacy (MS Office). 
• Knowledge and experience in financial planning and forecasting. 
• Knowledge and understanding of Public Finance Management Act. 
• Knowledge and understanding of corporate governance principles including relevant national and KZN provincial government policies and procedures. 
• Knowledge of risk management concepts, frameworks, and methodology. 
• Technical knowledge of computer systems. 

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REFERENCE NUMBER: LJ23143 

Reporting to the Divisional Manager: Applications Management, the Manager: Applications will manage the planning, sourcing, and operations of computer software applications and ensure applications administration and user related services are availability. 

The Manager - Applications will: 

• Manage the application portfolio ensuring that quality standards are met, projects are completed according to timelines and financial resources are set and managed. 
• Keep abreast of technological changes. 
• Manage analytical and design input for changes. 
• Manage the development of application changes. 
• Manage system testing and implementation. 
• Manage support calls to ensure user support and that high service levels are maintained. 
• Support ongoing operations. 
• Manage human capital through effective performance management and employee development and empowerment. 

The following minimum requirements should be met in order to be considered: 
Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology/Computer Science/information Systems. 
• Post-graduate qualification in IT/Computer Science will be advantageous. 
• Relevant industry certifications will be advantageous: 
• Programming: e.g. CSS, HTML, SQL, EDI, C, SQL, Python 
• IT Governance: e.g. COBIT, ITIL, TOGAF 

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in people management. 
• Minimum of 5 years practical experience in supporting large scale multi business applications. 

Requisite Functional Competencies 

• Computer literacy in Ms Office package. 
• Knowledge of all legislation pertaining to IDFC. 
• Knowledge and experience in financial planning and forecasting. 
• Knowledge and understanding of Public Financial Management Act. 
• Knowledge of corporate governance principles. 
• Knowledge of enterprise risk management concepts, frameworks and methodology. 
• Knowledge of legislative compliance. 
• Practical knowledge and understanding of performance management systems development and implementation. 

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REFERENCE NUMBER: LJ21060 

• Reporting to the Properties Executive, the Divisional Manager: Property Management will manage day-to-day operations of the property portfolio, in line with the Properties Division business strategy. 

The Divisional Manager - Property Management will: 

• Manage the implementation of the Division's strategic and operational plans, policies, and procedures. 
• Manage projects and developments. 
• Manage stakeholders and customer expectations. 
• Provide input and manage the Division's annual budget. 
• Direct and control the Key Performance indicators and outcomes of personnel and processes within the department. 
• Manage portfolio of properties. Manage leases. 

The following minimum requirements should be met in order to be considered: 
Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Property Management or equivalent. 

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years' experience at Management level. 
• 5-10 years working experience within property management/development. 
• Experience in managing tenants. 

Requisite Functional Competencies: 

• Computer Literacy (MS office: Word, PowerPoint, Excel). 
• Knowledge and experience in financial planning and forecasting. 
• Knowledge and understanding of Public Financial Management Act. 
• Knowledge of corporate governance principals. 
• Knowledge of risk management concepts, frameworks, and methodology. 
• Knowledge of Built environment related legislation. 
• Sound knowledge of Property management processes and trends. 

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REFERENCE NUMBER: LJ23151  

Reporting to the Group Chief Executive, the Executive: Business Finance will provide strategic direction in the management of loan assessments, pre-investment support and post-investment support in order to ensure that clients are able to effectively establish, manage and grow their business. 

The Executive: Business Finance will: 

• Develop and lead the implementation of the Business unit’s strategic and operational plans, policies and procedures. 
• Direct loans and projects relevant to business loan applications and pre-investment support services. 
• Direct loan post-investment support services. 
• Build effective strategic relationships with stakeholders to ensure growth of the business unit. 
• Manage Capex and Opex to ensure financial sustainability. 
• Manage human capital through effective performance management and employee development and empowerment related to the business unit. 

The following minimum requirements should be met to be considered: 
Qualifications:

• Post graduate qualification in Finance/Business Management/Commercial Law or an equivalent post graduate qualification. 
• MBA will be advantageous. 

Experience:

• 8-10 years’ experience in a financial institution (banking, development finance and economic development of which 5-7 years should be at a senior management level.

Requisite Functional Competencies: 

• Computer literacy in Ms Office package. 
• Knowledge and experience in financial planning and forecasting. 
• Knowledge and understanding of Public Financial Management Act. 
• Knowledge of corporate governance principles. 
• Knowledge of risk management concepts, frameworks and methodology. 
• Knowledge of credit risk assessment, due diligence and financial modelling. 
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, e.g. Banks Act, FAIS, FICA and NCA. 
• Knowledge of financial management and investment packaging. 
• Knowledge of fraud prevention strategies.