Jobs Available at SA: Central Energy Fund

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Honours degree (NQF 8) in Project Management/Engineering/Business Administration/Project Finance or equivalent qualification.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in infrastructure or energy project management and 3-5 years in senior project management leadership.
• Experience managing public sector projects or working in a state-owned entity will serve as an added advantage.
• Master’s Degree (NQF 9) in Project Management/Engineering/Business Administration/Project Finance will serve as an added advantage.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:

Project Portfolio

• Lead multi-disciplinary project teams to deliver on time, within scope and budget

Strategic planning and execution

• Align project objectives with organization’s strategic and investment goals.

Stakeholder engagement and reporting

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with government, funders, private sector partners and communities.

Project governance and compliance

• Ensure adherence to legal, environmental, social, procurement and financial governance frameworks

Risk and quality management

• Proactively manage risks and enforce quality assurance measures across all project phases

Team and resource management

• Coach, mentor and manage internal project resources and contracted service providers

Closing Date:  12 March 2026

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REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• A bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) in Communications/ Public Relations with Brand Management, Marketing, Corporate Governance, Project Management, Administration and Social Sciences or equivalent qualification.
• A minimum of 5 years of management experience in a similar environment is required.
• An Honours degree (NQF 8) in Communications/ Public Relations with Brand Management, Marketing, Corporate Governance, Project Management, Administration and Social Sciences or equivalent will serve as an added advantage

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:

CSI Strategy & Framework Management

• Develop, review and maintain the CSI strategy, policy and funding framework aligned to corporate strategy, stakeholder priorities, and national development objectives.
• Conduct periodic reviews of CSI focus areas to ensure relevance, impact and alignment to organisational mandate.
• Translate strategic priorities into annual CSI plans, funding allocations and implementation guidelines.
• Benchmark CSI practices against public-sector, SOE and industry standards to inform continuous improvement

CSI Programme & Funding Governance

• Establish and apply objective assessment criteria for evaluating CSI funding proposals and requests.
• Conduct due diligence on beneficiary organisations, including governance, capacity, financial controls and sustainability.
• Facilitate internal approval processes through relevant governance structures, ensuring compliance with delegations of authority.
• Maintain accurate documentation and decision records to ensure transparency and auditability of CSI funding decisions.

Community & Stakeholder Engagement

• Engage proactively with communities, beneficiaries, NGOs, government stakeholders and internal business units to identify priority social investment needs.
• Facilitate consultations and engagements to manage expectations and address community concerns related to CSI initiatives.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders (Legal, Compliance, Communications, Finance) to ensure consistent messaging and risk management.
• Support the Head of Stakeholder Management in managing sensitive community issues linked to CSI interventions.

Monitoring, Evaluation & Impact Reporting

• Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks, indicators and reporting tools for CSI initiatives.
• Conduct site visits, progress reviews and performance assessments of funded projects.
• Analyse qualitative and quantitative data to assess social impact, effectiveness and value for money.
• Identify underperforming initiatives and recommend corrective actions, continuation or exit strategies

Financial Management & Compliance

• Develop and manage the CSI budget in line with approved plans and PFMA principles of economy, efficiency and effectiveness.
• Track CSI commitments, expenditure and forecasts, and reconcile spend against approved allocations.
• Ensure financial controls, reporting and record-keeping meet internal and external audit requirements.
• Coordinate with Finance and SCM to ensure compliant contracting, payments and supplier management.

Reporting & Governance Support

• Prepare structured reports, dashboards and submissions for management, governance committees and EXCO-level forums.
• Contribute CSI inputs to ESG, sustainability and integrated reporting processes.
• Provide accurate, evidence-based information to support decision-making, oversight and assurance.
• Respond to audit queries, information requests and governance reviews related to CSI activities.

Closing Date:  07 March 2026

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REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• National Certificate (NQF 5) in Office Administration, Business Administration or equivalent is required.
• A minimum of 1-2 years as administrator or similar role is required
• National Diploma (NQF 6) in Office Administration, Business Administration or equivalent will serve as an added advantage.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:

 Administrative Office Support

• Prepare, format and file routine correspondence, documents and records.
• Capture and update administrative information accurately in approved systems.
• Maintain orderly electronic and physical filing systems in line with procedures.
• Follow established office processes and instructions for administrative tasks.

Scheduling & Logistics Coordination

• Coordinate calendars, meetings and appointments as instructed.
• Arrange travel, accommodation and logistics in line with approved processes.
• Prepare meeting packs, agendas and supporting documentation when required.
• Track scheduled activities and communicate changes timeously.
• Perform scheduling & logistics coordination for the CEO in the absence of the CEO’s Executive PA

Records & Document Management

• Classify, store and maintain records in accordance with records management guidelines.
• Ensure documents are correctly indexed, archived and retrievable.
• Maintain version control and update records as required.
• Support records audits and information requests.

Communication Support

• Receive, screen and route correspondence, calls and enquiries appropriately.
• Draft routine responses and acknowledgements as instructed.
• Escalate urgent or sensitive matters in line with office protocols.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders on administrative matters.

Confidentiality & Information Handling

• Handle sensitive documents and information in line with confidentiality and security protocols.
• Restrict access to confidential information to authorized parties only.
• Apply discretion when dealing with executive-level information and discussions.
• Comply with information management and data protection requirements.

Reporting and Audit Support

• Compile routine administrative reports and summaries as required.
• Maintain accurate administrative records and supporting documentation.
• Provide documentation and information to support audits and governance reviews.
• Follow up on administrative actions arising from reviews or audits.

Closing Date:  07 March 2026