Job Vacancies at IDC

Synopsis

• The purpose of this appointment is to support the co-development, formalisation and initial implementation of a bespoke construction management systems toolkit for Tirisano Construction Fund’s (TCF) Enterprise Development Programme (EDP). The framework and toolkit will be co-developed in collaboration with the consultant appointed through this process, drawing on the consultant’s existing experience-based construction project management and contractor development systems, while integrating the objectives, outcomes and operational requirements of the TCF EDP.
• The toolkit will enable structured diagnosis of contractor system maturity, development of performance improvement plans, and strengthening of financial, operational, governance and leadership systems required for sustainable contractor growth.
• Implementation will occur through structured engagements with participating contractors, supported by ongoing monitoring, cost reporting and risk identification processes, within a hybrid team structure alongside TCF’s programme management team.

Job Description

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the development, refinement and standardisation of the contractor development toolkit.
• Design and document diagnostic tools, interview guides and systems‑needs analysis templates.
• Translate diagnostic findings into structured risk assessment profiles.
• Develop Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) with measurable milestones.
• Create contractual, statutory and regulatory compliance frameworks and templates.

Develop monthly construction monitoring tools including:

• Actual vs allowable cost analysis
• Cash flow and margin risk indicators
• Early-warning risk triggers
• Establish risk identification and escalation mechanisms.
• Develop structured business development tools across financial, operational, governance and project management domains.
• Define measurable KPIs for Tirisano consultants.
• Identify key design elements for the programme impact‑assessment framework.

Qualification and Experience

Qualifications

• BTech/BEng Civil Engineering, construction management, quantity surveying
• Postgraduate Qualification in Construction Project Management or similar will be an advantage.
• Professional Registration with a relevant built‑environment body (e.g., SACPCMP, ECSA, SACQSP)

Knowledge and Experience

• 8 to 10 years’ work experience within the construction project management environment, or substantial practical experience in contractor systems or contractor development.
• Extensive experience working for a contractor in the civils or building industries, using site control systems for labour, costs, material, plant and scheduling.
• Conducting business diagnostics and identifying systemic weaknesses.
• Designing and implementing structured performance improvement interventions for construction companies.
• Reviewing and interpreting contractor financial, operational and project performance data.
• Developing and managing monitoring tools and reporting formats.
• Delivering structured mentorship/technical assistance for emerging construction companies.
• Working within defined team structures, budgets and reporting lines.

Roles and Responsibilities

TECHNICAL/FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES

Strong construction commercial and financial management expertise including:

• Cost‑to‑completion modelling
• Cashflow forecasting
• Margin management and cost control
• Interpretation of financial and project performance data

In‑depth understanding of forms of construction contracts, including:

• JBCC
• GCC
• NEC
• Associated construction risk allocation principles.
• Knowledge of governance, compliance and leadership accountability systems within the construction environment.
• Deep expertise in construction projects and commercial management systems.

Roles and Responsibilities (cont.)

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Strong systems thinking and analytical capability.
• High professional integrity and governance ethics.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills.
• Ability to work in a high‑structure environment with defined deliverables.
• Commitment to contractor development and sector transformation.
• Independent, disciplined and delivery‑focused.

Posting End Date 26 Jul 2026

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Synopsis

• To evaluate and present applications for funding and structure deals that contribute towards unit objectives and industry development goals. This would include performing the financial and/or technical and/or marketing due diligence functions and ensuring risk identification and mitigation.

Job Description

Financial / Shareholder Returns

• Evaluate and effectively structure transactions with detailed application of IDC financing instruments (where applicable/appropriate)

Internal / Operational Processes

• Evaluate applications for finance (financial, technical or marketing disciplines) through due diligence investigations
• Deal structuring - Designing and negotiating the financial, EHS, legal and other relationships between the client and IDC for the specific deal (where applicable)
• Risk identification and mitigation
• Participate in due diligence teams
• Deal Optimisation - Ensuring that the deal is aligned with the strategic objectives of the unit and will contribute to meeting industry development goals
• Account management function up to first draw
• Prepare and submit basic assessments and comprehensive credit proposals that meets the IDC funding requirements.
• Ensuring accurate client data management

Customer Focus & Stakeholder Management

• Maintain meaningful relationships with enquirers, applicants and portfolio clients in conjunction with different support functions in the IDC.
• To effectively interact with different SBUs and departments in order to fulfill the process requirements related to any specific business transaction.
• Manage and enhance the levels of service and communication to ensure the provision of client service excellence.
• Liaise, communicate and promote the unit externally

Learning, Leadership & People Growth

• Drive and manage own development to enhance own competencies
• Participate in knowledge sharing in the team and cross functional
• Mentoring and acting as a coach to Business Analysts

Qualification and Experience

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum qualification: relevant commercial honours degree, preferably CA (SA) or CFA.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• 5-8 years related experience of which 2-3 years should be in assessment as well as closing of transactions (i.e. management of approved deals up to first drawdown, including ensuring timely conclusion of legal agreements)
• Declared competent in two due diligence disciplines (Marketing, Technical or Financial)
• Grounded in one of the above due diligence disciplines
• Experience in interpretation of financial statements
• Sector-specific knowledge would be advantageous
• Knowledge of financial products as used by IDC

Roles and Responsibilities

TECHNICAL/FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES

• Financial acumen
• Risk identification and mitigation
• Investment/Portfolio Management
• Stakeholder Management and customer focus
• Report writing skills
• Planning and organizing

Roles and Responsibilities (cont.)

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Presentation and Communication skills
• Negotiation skills
• Relationship and Networking skills
• Persuading and Influencing skills

Posting End Date

22 Jul 2026

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Synopsis
The purpose of this role can be defined into the following distinct functions:

• To provide thought leadership in relation to the development and implementation of the company’s transformation strategy in order to create a diverse, capable workforce and achieve the company’s BBBEE transformation goals and enhance business success.
• To support the development of an ER strategy that ensures a sound labour relations environment and enable an environment of high engagement and proactive management of Employee Relations that drive an environment of corrective action and accountability

Qualification and Experience

• Postgraduate degree (Legal, Human Resources, Industrial relations, Labour Relations)
• At least 7-10 years’ HR experience, with focus on Transformation and Employee Relations strategies
• Working knowledge of Employee Relations application (design and development methodologies and principles)
• Working knowledge of HC Transformation application (design and development methodologies and principles)
• Working knowledge of Transformation and ER performance and risk mitigation strategies
• Knowledge of relevant legislation impacting the HC function
• Knowledge of talent management strategies

Job-Related Skills

• Managing in a diverse environment
• Building Culture that entrenches company values
• Strategic business partnering
• Managing and mitigating risk
• Strong analytical skills/ measures and analytics capability
• Communication skills (Verbal and Written)
• Project Management skills
• Negotiation skills
• Presentation skills
• Budget management and cost control skills
• Holding difficult conversations
• Report writing skills
• Working knowledge of budget forecasting & cost control (Finance for HC)
• Computer skills (MS Office with Advanced Excel & PowerPoint)
• MS Teams

Roles and Responsibilities

• People Transformation Strategy Implementation (Diversity and Inclusion)

To drive the implementation of the Transformation strategy and all related projects for the company, providing guidance on all initiatives relating to Transformation:

• Engage business to understand the People Transformation requirements, challenges and gaps
• Drive the implementation of the transformation strategy and all related projects for the company
• Provide guidance and direction on all initiatives relating to transformation
• Identify continuous improvement and sustainability of transformation and diversity practices.
• Ensure compilation and timeous submission of relevant reports
• Ensure that all compliance related issues within the businesses are pro-actively managed.

Implementation of Employee Relations Policy and Reporting

• To drive the implementation of IDC Employee Relations (ER) policy across the company and provide guidance on all initiatives relating to ER processes
• Oversee management of a sound organisation-wide employee relations platform
• Conduct research to implement best ER practices
• Oversee and advise management and employees on ER processes
• Update the IDC’s ER Policies and procedures to ensure alignment with statutory and legislative changes
• Facilitate regular ER climate surveys to ensure proactive management of the ER function
• Ensure effective and efficient implementation of all internal ER processes
• Ensure effective and efficient management of external dispute resolution processes
• Compile monthly ER reports

Roles and Responsibilities (cont.)

Stakeholder Management

• To establish and maintain effective relations, engage, consult and involve stakeholders (IDC Leadership, forums, committees, relevant external parties) in all delivery elements of the Transformation and ER imperatives to ensure achievement of goals and objectives as well as consistency and uniformity in the execution of their roles and responsibilities:
• Engage, consult and involve Leadership in all delivery elements of the Transformation and ER imperatives to ensure achievement of goals and objectives
• Oversee all activities of stakeholders (forums, committees, etc.) driving the implementation of the Transformation and ER Strategy and ensure consistency and uniformity in the execution of their roles and responsibilities
• Develop and conduct presentations to the IDC’s Leadership and staff on all initiatives relating to Transformation and ER Management
• Build and maintain sound relationships with relevant external parties
• Liaise with key stakeholders (viz. Department of Employment and Labour; IDC Legal Panel, CCMA, Labour Court) and other statutory and non-statutory bodies on behalf of the IDC
• To engage and appoint relevant Legal Firm from the approved Legal Panel for ER matters

EE Target Setting, Management and Reporting

• To effectively manage and monitor Employment Equity (EE) targets and reporting processes. (Includes statistical status and reports for the EE forum, Exco and Board):
• In consultation with IDC Leadership, set, get approval and submit the corporate EE plan
• Support and guide the cascading of EE targets to the SBUs/Units
• Develop measurement tools to enable required change of behaviour within the business
• Monitor and report on the implementation of the EE plan
• Agree and monitor implementation of appropriate affirmative actions (includes risk mitigants) in consultation with IDC Leadership
• Compile quarterly EE reports

Good Governance

• Compile and ensure adherence to Systems and Procedures (S&P) document
• Ensure IDC adheres to ER and EE policies and Transformation strategy

Financial Management

• Provide input into budgeting process
• Monitor and maintain costs within agreed budget
• Verify invoices against service rendered

Job Requirements
UCF COMPETENCY PROFILE (BEHAVIOURAL)

• Deciding and Initiating Action
• Leading and Supervising
• Working with People
• Adhering to Principles and Values
• Persuading and Influencing
• Presenting and Communicating Information
• Applying Expertise and Technology
• Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
• Relating and Networking
• Writing and Reporting
• Analysing
• Planning and Organising

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCY PROFILE

• Resilience
• Decisiveness in Execution
• People Engagement
• Communication and Engagement
• Diverse Stakeholder Management
• Teamwork
• Innovation
• Change Leadership
• Strategic Thinking
• Business Mindset

Posting End Date

24 Jul 2026

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Synopsis

• The Records Administrative Officer is responsible for performing day-to-day records administration functions, including the receipt, classification, indexing, storage, retrieval, maintenance and disposal support of organisational records in accordance with approved records management policies, procedures, file plans and retention requirements. The role supports the effective management of records throughout their life cycle by ensuring records are accurate, accessible, properly maintained and securely managed across physical and electronic formats.
• The incumbent also supports records and information management initiatives, including the implementation and integration of information management practices, to improve compliance, operational efficiency and reliable decision-making within the Organisation.

Qualification and Experience

• Matric
• Relevant post-matric administrative qualification (Diploma)
• Preferably 2 to 5 years relevant working experience within a records management environment
• Knowledge of SharePoint and SAP is a necessity.
• The following computer skills and knowledge of office software packages are essential: MS Word; PowerPoint; Excel; Outlook; MS Teams;
• Knowledge of an EDRM systems will be an added advantage.
• Organized and persistent, with drive and determination to achieve goals.
• Effective, versatile and action-oriented

Roles and Responsibilities

• Support the business in the implementation of the various information and records management disciplines (i.e. information and records classification, quality management, metadata management, records retention etc.)
• Compiling inventories of records received and maintained (in all formats – paper, electronic, graphic etc.)
• Classifies, indexes and stores all received business records according to the approved File Plan and the Records Procedure Manual
• Accurately store and maintain records in the Department's electronic records management system.
• Assist with the appraisal and disposition of records.
• Assist the Records Manager in the Retention and Disposal Schedules
• Assist in the implementation of the various file plans.
• Scans and imports physical records into the electronic records management system using correct metadata.
• Performs regular inspections of physical client correspondence records to ensure correct filling and condition of the records in line with approved procedures.
• Maintain an effective and up to date record of new client correspondence received.
• Attends to all queries and responds to requests for the retrieval of records from internal clients.
• Participation in any records management related initiatives or projects undertaken by the department.

Job Requirements

• Exceptional administrative, organising and planning skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Ability to prioritise and work under pressure.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Sound knowledge of MS Office i.e. Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ensure confidentiality given the nature of the work
• Good ethics, integrity and high level of professionalism.

Posting End Date

22 Jul 2026

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Synopsis
Key functions of the position include:

• To provide legal advice.
• To ensure compliance with internal legal and other IDC procedures and policies.
• To identify and minimize potential legal risks.
• To draft, review and negotiate agreements and other legal documentation ensure client satisfaction by providing speedy delivery of agreements and advice.
• Conducting due diligence investigations.
• Instruct and liaise with external legal counsel.

Qualification and Experience

• Law degree and Admission as an Attorney essential
• A minimum of two years’ post-article experience in the commercial sector
• Banking and Finance experience will be an added advantage

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide general legal advice, including legal research
• Structure, restructure, negotiate and re-negotiate corporate and commercial transactions including project finance and cross-border financing transactions
• Identify, evaluate and structure import and export finance transactions
• Ensure compliance with internal legal and other IDC procedures and policies
• Identify and minimize potential legal risks
• Draft, review, negotiate and re-negotiate/restructure financing agreements and other legal documentation
• Make presentations and opine on legal and regulatory developments
• Conducting legal due diligence investigations
• Ensure efficiencies aimed at improving client satisfaction by providing efficient legal services
• Developing and maintaining relationships with providers of legal services (including, external legal counsels, business rescue practitioners and other key stakeholders)
• Develop and maintain client and institutional relationships, internally, locally and internationally

Job Requirements

TECHNICAL/FUCNTIONAL COMPETENCIES

• Analytical and problem-solving
• Negotiation and Influencing
• Attention to detail
• Planning and Organizing
• Professionalism and discretionary

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Results Oriented.
• Ethical Commitment
• Balanced Judgment and accountable leadership
• Relationship Building & Networking
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Collaboration and Influence
• Legally Sound Judgment
• Good Communication Skills
• Change agent and strategic thinker

Posting End Date

19 Jul 2026

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Synopsis

• To participate in the identification and development of projects through the Project Development Life Cycle to achieve the IDC’s strategic objectives and contribute to industry development goals.
• This role requires a candidate with formal Agricultural/Engineering/Financial related qualifications and experience in the Agro-Industries and Manufacturing sector. The successful candidate will also be expected to develop projects across sectors.
• The role requires experience in project development and not project management per se. The role is to originate, assess, structure and progress strategic industrial development projects through the Project Development Life Cycle, from concept and scoping to feasibility, funding approval and pre-implementation, in support of IDC’s developmental, financial and industrialisation objectives. The role requires strong techno-economic, commercial and stakeholder management capability, with a focus on developing bankable projects across Manufacturing, Agro-Industries and Services.
• In addition to the relevant technical/business qualifications, candidates will be required to have conducted techno-economic assessments and evaluations of projects, as opposed to experience being limited to a technical nature.

Job Description

Project Development:

• Techno-economic assessments.
•  Feasibility study development and review.
•  Financial modelling interpretation.
•  Business case preparation.
• Project finance and funding structures.
• Strategic equity partner identification.
• Development impact assessment.
• Industrial sector knowledge.

Financial / Shareholder Returns

• Optimal structuring of projects utilizing project finance principles and IDC's financing instruments.
• Ensure that all projects are developed and structured in such a way to facilitate inclusive development and maximize IDC developmental and financial outcomes.

Internal / Operational Processes

• To participate in specific projects during the different phases of Project Development (idea generation, project scoping, pre-feasibility study, bankable feasibility study, financing and pre-implementation)
• To participate in the evaluation of projects at every Decision Gate of the Project Development Life Cycle
• Proactive identification of project opportunities to build the pipeline
• Assessment of external project applications
• Ensure that projects are aligned with the strategic objectives of the unit and will contribute to meeting the Unit’s objectives and project milestones
• Identify risks (including during implementation) and defining mitigation plans to minimise these risks
• Monitor and manage project development to ensure it is implemented correctly, according to plan and within budgetQuality control of projects, implemented correctly to contribute to SBU’s strategic objectives and ensure clients meet financial obligations to IDC etc.
• Provide inputs and prepare comprehensive funding reports to internal committees for decision making during the project development phases.
• Account Management functions relating to projects such as disbursements, clearing of conditions precedent, etc.
• Review and provide inputs to project development legal agreements.

Customer Focus & Stakeholder Management

• Building influential and sustainable relationships with strategic partners to assist the unit in achieving strategic objectives.
• Participating in project-specific steering committees
• Establishing and maintaining effective networks to source business, build industry links and build IDC brand awareness.
• Effectively interacting with different internal Strategic Business Units and departments to fulfil the process requirements related to any specific project.
• Managing and enhancing the levels of service and communication to ensure the provision of client service excellence.

Learning, Leadership & People Growth

• Driving and managing own development to enhance own competencies
• Participating in knowledge sharing in the team and cross functionally

Qualification and Experience

QUALIFICATIONS 

Minimum qualification:

• Relevant degree in Engineering, Agriculture, Finance, Economics, Development Finance, Business, Commerce or a related technical/commercial field.
• An Honours degree or postgraduate qualification in Engineering, Finance, Development Finance, Business Administration, Project Finance or related field would be advantageous.
• Additional commercial, financial modelling, project finance or sector-specific qualifications would be beneficial.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 5-8 years related experience of which 3-4 years should be in Project development.
• Previous experience managing project scope, execution and scheduling for multiple development projects.
• Understanding and application of corporate management and structuring processes.
• Understanding and application of project development, project management and project finance.
• Experience in interpretation of financial statements.
• Knowledge of the market environment and technology landscape.
• Knowledge of financing instruments.
• Understand and review models of proposed financial structures
• Demonstrated experience in developing or assessing feasibility studies, business cases and investment proposals.
• Ability to interpret technical studies, market assessments, financial models and risk registers.
• Experience in structuring development-stage projects for funding readiness.
• Understanding of project finance principles, blended finance, grants and development funding instruments.
• Ability to assess commercial viability, developmental impact, implementation readiness and bankability.
• Experience engaging with sponsors, technical advisors, strategic equity partners, government stakeholders and co-funders.
• Exposure to Manufacturing, Agro-Industries, Services, infrastructure, industrialisation or beneficiation-related projects.

Roles and Responsibilities

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• Project development skills
• Financial acumen
• Risk identification and mitigation
• Stakeholder management and customer focus
• Report writing skills
• Sector specific technical knowledge

Roles and Responsibilities (cont.)

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Presentation and communication skills
• Negotiation skills
• Relationship Building and Networking skills
• Persuading and Influencing skills

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Synopsis

• The Industrial Development Corporation’s Research and Information department (R&I) is responsible for undertaking economic and industrial research and analysis that is aligned with the development objectives and strategic requirements of the Corporation. It also renders a centralised, relevant, and reliable information provision service on economic, socioeconomic, sectoral and industry related matters to the Corporation at large, including the board as well as to specific external stakeholders. R&I’s strategic research and analysis encompasses the following key areas: sectoral, industrial, value chain research and analysis; macroeconomic analysis and reporting; macroeconomic and sectoral forecasting and scenario building; external trade analysis; economic, political; sectoral and trade data management; economic impact assessments; support to policymakers, particularly national government departments and more specifically the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic), including the management of the Industrial Policy Support Fund on its behalf.

Job Description

• The purpose of the role is to conduct macro-economic and sectoral analysis and forecasting. This includes conducting quantitative and qualitative analyses, contributing to the expansion of IDC modelling capacity, compiling macro-economic research reports, compiling publications, and presentations on economic matters for the IDC, and its stakeholders.

Qualification and Experience

• Honours degree in economics, econometrics (or equivalent qualification)
• Masters degree (e.g. M. Commerce (Economics/Econometrics) or M. Science (Economics/Econometrics)) will be an added advantage.
• 5 to 8 years relevant experience, preferably within an economic research and analysis environment.
• Experience and knowledge in sourcing, compiling, interrogating, testing and analysing statistical information (e.g. national accounts, international trade etc), for use in quantitative analyses.
• Understanding, knowledge and experience of the historical and current economic environment (international and domestic) and factors influencing it.
• Strong understanding, knowledge and experience of macro-economics and development economics theory and principles, as well as their application in industrial development and in the finance environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and an ability to understand, integrate and analyse complex information.
• Good understanding, knowledge and experience of the economic and socio-economic environment in South Africa and southern Africa, including transformation and regional development issues.

Roles and Responsibilities

The main duties of this role will include, but will not be limited to: -

• Conduct macro-economic and sectoral trend analysis, forecasting and economic impact assessments.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses and contribute to the expansion of IDC modelling capacity.
• Compile and present macro-economic research reports, publications, and presentations on economic matters for the IDC, and its stakeholders.
• Assist in planning portfolio priorities and objectives from macro-economic and sectoral perspectives, contributing to market risk analysis.
• Participate in various strategic research projects, particularly from a macro-economic analysis perspective.
• Participate in specific fora and liaise with various external institutions.
• Provide information on economic matters to IDC at large and assist through strategic support which enables effective management of the IDC group.
• Lead and/or coordinate research projects undertaken with other economists within the department.
• Undertake technical analysis of the prices of various commodities (industrial, energy and precious metals).
• Forecasting of the prices of various commodities (industrial, energy and precious metals).

Job Requirements

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• Statistical software packages (e.g. EViews, R, Python etc)
• Report writing skills
• Analytical and diagnostic skills
• Problem solving
• Business/commercial acumen
• Stakeholder management
• Technical analysis
• Project management skills
• Teamwork

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Negotiating and influencing
• Presentation and communication skills
• Deciding and initiating.
• Planning and organizing
• Operating within a multi-cultural environment
• Coping with pressures and setbacks

Posting End Date

18 Jul 2026

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Synopsis

• The Industrial Development Corporation’s Research and Information department (R&I) is responsible for undertaking economic and industrial research and analysis that is aligned with the development objectives and strategic requirements of the Corporation. It also renders a centralised, relevant, and reliable information provision service on economic, socioeconomic, sectoral and industry related matters to the Corporation at large, including the board as well as to specific external stakeholders. R&I’s strategic research and analysis encompasses the following key areas: sectoral, industrial, value chain research and analysis; macroeconomic analysis and reporting; macroeconomic and sectoral forecasting and scenario building; external trade analysis; economic, political; sectoral and trade data management; economic impact assessments; support to policymakers, particularly national government departments and more specifically the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic), including the management of the Industrial Policy Support Fund on its behalf.

Job Description

• The purpose of the role is to lead a team of economists undertaking macro-economic and sectoral analysis and forecasting. This includes conducting quantitative and qualitative analyses, contributing to the expansion of IDC modelling capacity, compiling macro-economic research reports, compiling publications, and presentations on economic matters for the IDC, and its stakeholders.

Qualification and Experience

• Honours degree in economics, econometrics (or equivalent qualification)
• Masters degree (e.g. M. Commerce (Economics/Econometrics) or M. Science (Economics/Econometrics)) will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 10 years relevant experience, preferably within an economic research and analysis environment.
• Experience in leading research teams and/or projects.
• Strong understanding, knowledge and experience of macro-economics and development economics theory and principles, as well as their application in industrial development and in the finance environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and an ability to understand, integrate and analyse complex information.
• Understanding, knowledge and experience of the historical and current economic environment (international and domestic) and factors influencing it.
• Substantial Experience and knowledge in sourcing, compiling, interrogating, testing and analysing statistical information (e.g. national accounts, international trade etc), for use in quantitative analyses.
• Good understanding, knowledge and experience of the economic and socio-economic environment in South Africa and southern Africa, including transformation and regional development issues.

Roles and Responsibilities

The main duties of this role will include, but will not be limited to: 

• Lead a team of economists undertaking macroeconomic and sectoral research and analysis, driving a high-performance culture.
• Continuously improve the analytical capability of the macroeconomic team to provide insightful and relevant contributions and recommendations to the strategic planning processes at the corporate and operational levels.
• Exercise effective quality assurance and oversight and ensure consistency and coherence across the macroeconomic research and analysis outputs.
• Facilitate the continued development and maintenance of comprehensive databases of economic and sectoral/industrial data.
• Conduct macro-economic and sectoral trend analysis, forecasting and economic impact assessments.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses and contribute to the expansion of IDC modelling capacity.
• Compile and present macro-economic research reports, publications, and presentations on economic matters for the IDC, and its stakeholders.
• Assist in planning portfolio priorities and objectives from macro-economic and sectoral perspectives, contributing to market risk analysis.
•  Lead various strategic research projects, particularly from a macro-economic analysis perspective.
• Participate in specific fora and liaise with various external institutions.
• Provide information on economic matters to IDC at large and assist through strategic support which enables effective management of the IDC group

Job Requirements

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• Report writing skills
• Analytical and diagnostic skills
• Problem solving
• People engagement
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and statistical software (e.g. EViews, R, Python etc)
• Business/commercial acumen
• Stakeholder management
• Technical analysis
• Project management skills
• Teamwork

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Negotiating and influencing
• Presentation and communication skills
• Deciding and initiating.
• Planning and organizing
• Operating within a multi-cultural environment
• Coping with pressures and setbacks

Posting End Date

18 Jul 2026

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Synopsis

• The Industrial Development Corporation’s Research and Information department (R&I) is responsible for undertaking economic and industrial research and analysis that is aligned with the development objectives and strategic requirements of the Corporation. It also renders a centralised, relevant, and reliable information provision service on economic, socioeconomic, sectoral and industry related matters to the Corporation at large, including the board as well as to specific external stakeholders. R&I’s strategic research and analysis encompasses the following key areas: sectoral, industrial, value chain research and analysis; macroeconomic analysis and reporting; macroeconomic and sectoral forecasting and scenario building; external trade analysis; economic, political; sectoral and trade data management; economic impact assessments; support to policymakers, particularly national government departments and more specifically the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic), including the management of the Industrial Policy Support Fund on its behalf.

Job Description

• The purpose of the role is to conduct macro-economic and sectoral analysis and forecasting. This includes conducting quantitative and qualitative analyses, contributing to the expansion of IDC modelling capacity, compiling macro-economic research reports, compiling publications, and presentations on economic matters for the IDC, and its stakeholders.

Qualification and Experience

• Honours degree in economics, econometrics (or equivalent qualification)
• Masters degree (e.g. M. Commerce (Economics/Econometrics) or M. Science (Economics/Econometrics)) will be an added advantage.
• 8 to 10 years relevant experience, preferably within an economic research and analysis environment.
• Substantial experience and knowledge in sourcing, compiling, interrogating, testing and analysing statistical information (e.g. national accounts, international trade etc), for use in quantitative analyses.
• Understanding, knowledge and experience of the historical and current economic environment (international and domestic) and factors influencing it.
• Strong understanding, knowledge and experience of macro-economics and development economics theory and principles, as well as their application in industrial development and in the finance environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and an ability to understand, integrate and analyse complex information.
• Good understanding, knowledge and experience of the economic and socio-economic environment in South Africa and southern Africa, including transformation and regional development issues.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Conduct macro-economic and sectoral trend analysis, forecasting and economic impact assessments.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses and contribute to the expansion of IDC modelling capacity.
• Compile and present macro-economic research reports, publications, and presentations on economic matters for the IDC, and its stakeholders.
• Assist in planning portfolio priorities and objectives from macro-economic and sectoral perspectives, contributing to market risk analysis.
• Participate in various strategic research projects, particularly from a macro-economic analysis perspective.
• Participate in specific fora and liaise with various external institutions.
• Provide information on economic matters to IDC at large and assist through strategic support which enables effective management of the IDC group.
• Lead and/or coordinate research projects undertaken with other economists within the department.
• Undertake technical analysis of the prices of various commodities (industrial, energy and precious metals).
• Forecasting of the prices of various commodities (industrial, energy and precious metals).

Job Requirements

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• Statistical software packages (e.g. EViews, R, Python etc)
• Report writing skills
• Strong Analytical and diagnostic skills
• Problem solving
• Business/commercial acumen
• Stakeholder management
• Technical analysis
• Project management skills
• Teamwork

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Negotiating and influencing
• Presentation and communication skills
• Deciding and initiating.
• Planning and organizing
• Operating within a multi-cultural environment
• Coping with pressures and setbacks
• Problem-solving skills

Posting End Date

18 Jul 2026

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Synopsis

• IDC is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of the IDC and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but not limited to candidates from underrepresented designated groups.

Job Description

• To provide sound, clear and accurate legal advice to mitigate the legal risks that the IDC is exposed to in its daily activities.

Qualification and Experience

• Law degree and Admission as an Attorney essential
• Master’s degree such as LLM desirable
• A minimum of 5 years’ post-article experience in in a banking and finance/corporate finance/project finance environment.
• 8-10 years working experience in the banking and finance/SoE/DFI (restructuring, turnaround & business rescue) space is essential.
• Experience in the drafting, review, negotiation and re-negotiation of cross-border, project finance, corporate, commercial, structured and re-structured finance transactions.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Deliver sound and commercially focused legal counsel, underpinned by thorough legal research and interpretation of applicable laws and regulations.
• Structure, restructure, negotiate and re-negotiate corporate and commercial transactions including project finance and cross-border financing transactions
• Identify, evaluate and structure import and export finance transactions
• Ensure compliance with internal legal and other IDC procedures and policies
• Identify and minimize potential legal risks
• Draft, review, negotiate and re-negotiate financing agreements and other legal documentation
• Make presentations and opine on legal and regulatory developments
• Conducting legal due diligence investigations
• Ensure efficiencies aimed at improving client satisfaction by providing efficient legal services
• Developing and maintaining relationships with providers of legal services (including, external legal counsels, business rescue practitioners and other key stakeholders)
• Develop and maintain client and institutional relationships, internally, locally and internationally Provided oversight of external counsel engagements, fostering collaborative partnerships and implementing cost-management practices that supported efficient legal service delivery and prudent budget utilization.

Job Requirements

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCES 

• Resilience
• Decisiveness in Execution
• People Engagement
• Communication and Engagement
• Diverse Stakeholder Management
• Teamwork
• Innovation
• Change leadership
• Strategic Thinking
• Business Mind Set

TECHNICAL/FUCNTIONAL COMPETENCIES

• Sound corporate and commercial legal knowledge
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Draft and negotiate loan agreements and other legal documentation
• Transactional negotiations at senior level
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Independent judgement and good analytical skills
• Capable of working in a high-pressured environment and can exercise independent judgement
• Ability to prioritize and plan
• Ability to independently provide guidance and timeous delivery on highly complex projects
• Ability to coach and mentor juniors on areas of specialization
• Good knowledge and understanding of international and local financing instruments

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Collaboration and Influence: The successful candidate is a senior person who will be highly visible and credible with key internal and external stakeholders and proactive in aligning risk strategies to address the business.

Posting End Date

18 Jul 2026