Recruitments Opportunities at Secondments

Duties and Responsibilities    

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES;

• Plan, communicate, and provide focused input into the department’s strategic objectives
• Contribute to the development and implementation of a service delivery and budget implementation plan for the department
• Develop and implement standards and procedures for the overall Supply Chain management, Facilities and Contract management
• Planning, directing, coordinating & budgeting for office space and related facilities
• Provide guidance to personnel on the interpretation and application of procedures, application and communication sequences associated with Supply Chain Management Cycle
• Ensure compliance with all company policy and legislations (National treasury) governing supply chain management.
• Define and coordinate the department’s workflow processes.
• Participate in meetings and providing information on specific supply chain processes and procedures and requirements.
• Provide advice on the improvement of specifications to help improve efficiencies and save costs.
• Conduct supplier audits and evaluations to ascertain applicability and adherence to standards and regulations.
• Manage needs/demand analyses for internal departments; including the assessment of impacting variables (expenditure, commodity, market/ industry).
• Align need analysis outcomes to budgetary provisions to establish and comment on costs versus allocations and considers possible savings opportunities.
• Manage administrative sequences and mechanisms related to bid documentation, including opening, registering, recording and evaluation of bids
• Manage the administration of concluded contracts, interacting with departments to establish conformance with specifications, terms and conditions and related legal aspects and informing the immediate superior of non – compliance or conflicting issues requiring remedial action.
• Manage the implementation of applications associated with logistics and disposal unit
• Apply administrative control procedures with respect to the identification, verification and referral of items for disposal to the Executive / Boars, seeking approval and arranging disposal mechanisms (sale/ auction);
• Manage and control the purchase of goods and services to ensure policies and procedures are adhered to
• Manage contract administration within the section so that all contract specifications are met and records are available
• Manage the administration of tender openings in accordance with prescribed procedures
• Manage financial administration aspects such as inviting quotations, processing orders, compiling reports for tenders, monitoring renewal preferred service providers and authorising payment on cheque vouchers

Minimum Requirements    

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or equivalent

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE;

• 5 years relevant experience in managing, implementing and executing supply chain management strategies of which 3 years should have been at a senior management level

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS;

• Supplier management
• SLA development, management and reporting"
• Supplier auditing and price negotiation
• Supplier Evaluations and Development
• Detailed and accurate report writing
• Experience in working with other agencies 
• Cross functional stakeholder demand analysis and communications management
• Finance Management - budgets and expenditure
• Understanding of regulatory and company policy requirements
• Compliance review of departmental policies, procedures, and processes
• In-depth knowledge of PFMA, Treasury and SCM processes and requirements
• In-depth knowledge of accounting policies, standards, and procedures
• In-depth knowledge of Finance as a discipline

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Minimum Requirements:   

• This position requires the candidate to be in possession of a degree in Life Sciences, Natural Sciences, Ecology, Biology, Botany, or equivalent qualification with NQF7 
• Postgraduate or equivalent degree at NQF 8 will be an added advantage. 
• This position also requires 6 years’ experience, 3 years of which should be in supervisory position.
• The successful candidate will have the following competencies: 
• Sound understanding of climate change adaptation and particularly ecosystem-based adaptation;
• Experience with developing funding proposals, including proposal writing and stakeholder engagement;
• Strong project management skills, ability to successfully support and manage competing demands and ability to work under pressure;
• Excellent verbal and interpersonal skills, strong writing and communication skills and ability to interact effectively with diverse audiences; and
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as a member of a team

Duties and Responsibilities;   

Key Performance Responsibilities include:

• Support the technical development of company’s Green Climate Fund (GCF) project proposal pipeline;
• Support stakeholder engagement process in support of Green Climate Fund (GCF) project proposal pipeline development;
• Support the coordination of broader APR stakeholder engagement; and
• Undertake project management activities and support Division: APR with identified operational activities.
• This position is made possible through a grant from the Government of Flanders

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Duties and Responsibilities    

Key Performance Responsibilities include:

• Provide strategic leadership for company’s Green Climate Fund (GCF) project pipeline process;
• Develop the Green Climate Fund (GCF) project proposal pipeline including concept note and full proposal development;
• Lead Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning activities; and
• Undertake project management activities

Requirements:

• This position requires a degree in Natural Sciences, Life Sciences, Ecology, Biology, Botany, or equivalent qualification with NQF 7. 
• Postgraduate qualification or equivalent and relevant qualification at NQF 8 will be an added advantage.
• This position also requires 8 years’ experience in the relevant field, 4 years of which should be in the first line management position(s).

The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position:

• Extensive knowledge and understanding Theory of Change and Logical Framework methodologies, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning
• Strong leadership capabilities and management skills
• Strong writing and communication skills, and a track record of professional writing/editing skills
• Strong project management skills, and ability to successfully support and manage concurrent grant proposal processes
• Ability to manage high pressure and juggling with multiple stakeholders each with their own challenges whilst multi skilling across multi projects simultaneously
• Excellent verbal and interpersonal skills, and ability to interact effectively with diverse audiences
• Ability to work effectively and persuasively with individuals of authority
• Proven ability to think strategically, analyse information logically, and exercise sound judgement
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as a member of a team
• The candidate must be flexible and reliable and be a clear-thinker who is able to solve problems and see all sides of a situation
• Extensive knowledge and experience in working with legislation, policies, procedures, processes, practices, systems, and frameworks related project proposal development, funding, stakeholders, and clients
• Excellent computer literacy and experience in the application of software tools including (Ms Word, MS Project, PowerPoint, Excel, Internet and Outlook). 
• The possession of a valid driver’s licence with at least one-year practical driving experience and a willingness to travel is essential

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Duties and Responsibilities    

Key Performance Responsibilities Include:

• Reporting to the CEO and company Board as the CFO of the company in terms of the Public Finance Management Act.
• Developing and/or implementing the Financial Management and Sustainability strategies. 
• Executing and managing financial controls and reporting including compilation of Annual Financial Statements.
• Provide leadership, development, and the management of the Finance team.
• Oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of the supply chain processes of company.
• Ensuring organizational compliance to applicable legislation, governance, and associated risks.
• Provide leadership on Budget Planning and Revenue Management.
• Playing a pivotal role in the functioning of the Audit and Risk Committee of the company Board including the internal and external audit function.
• Strategic Management and oversight on leases, insurance, retirement funds, assets and payroll administration and expenditure

Requirements;

• This position requires an undergraduate and post-graduate (NQF Level 8) qualification in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent qualification as recognized by SAQA
• Furthermore, the position requires a Chartered Accountancy CA (SA) qualification plus registration with the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA). 
• This position also requires a minimum of 10 years senior management experience, with at least 5 years at higher/executive management level or equivalent level in dealing with financial matters. 
• The successful candidate will be required to acquire a Senior Management Service Pre-entry Certificate offered by National School of Government before assumption of duty.
• The successful candidate should be self-motivated, innovative, and results-oriented with knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations and other legal frameworks that govern the public sector. 
• The candidate must be in possession of a valid driver’s licence and must be willing to travel nationally. 
• Good interpersonal, problem solving, team work and networking skills are also essential

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Duties and Responsibilities    

Portfolio Management;

• Actively Manage Client Portfolio to ensure loan book sustainability and growth.
• Facilitate meetings with clients / partners / intermediaries to ascertain development lending requirements.
•  Project Identification, Preparation and Structuring
• Identify, pursue, and initiate opportunities to grow the development market within the Agri Sector and ensure alignment to the Strategic Pillars.
• Engage appropriate team resources to initiate negotiations with potential partners and lead transactors of funders/sponsors to address development financing needs.
• Conduct detailed feasibility studies (economic, technical, financials, social, environmental etc.).
• Provide innovative and flexible financing solutions for the project/s.
• Structure and package the project to ensure the most optimal deal considering legal aspects, regulations and the mandate of the Bank, and specifically the objective of development.
• Identify the key project role players, negotiate key performance areas and project milestones, manage project scope and develop project reporting mechanisms.
• Negotiate the essential success factors of the projects / transactions / deals with the relevant parties to the projects/transactions.

Stakeholder Relationship Management;

• Build, foster and maintain consistent, effective, and strong relationships with key industry role players and strengthen relationships.
• Special focus on partners that have similar development objectives with the Bank, such as Government Departments, Development Finance Institutions, Other Sponsor Funders, and Intermediaries.
• Stay up to date with Agri initiatives and developments and further strengthen the relationship to assess further business opportunities to promote long term mutually beneficial relationships.
• Participate in marketing events, whether hosted or invited.
• Ensure that all stakeholders remain aware of the value of the company products, the processes and principles related to agricultural financing within the company environment.
• Provide information to emerging farmers, potential agents and other stakeholders through presentations, attendance of agricultural shows/events and the like.

Team and Business Support;

• Work closely with other members of the division to deliver outstanding performance.
• Attend team meetings and contribute fully, including making suggestions for ways of improving service delivery and processes.
• Support the team by sharing knowledge and best practice.
• Attend to ad-hoc requests from management and contributes to the team success.
• Manage own career and personal development.
• Keep informed of relevant developments in the field of structured and project finance, and related expertise.
• Live the company values and demonstrates behaviour that is consistent with the company culture.

Preferred Minimum Education and Experience:

• Relevant B-Degree in Finance, Business Management, Economics, or Development Finance or NQF level 6 qualification in one of the following areas of specialisation– Accounting / Finance / Banking / Economics.
• Identifying, negotiating, and closing Projects in development  - 5 years
• Feasibility Studies, Structuring and Packaging of transactions - 3 to 5 years
• Relationship development and management of Key Stakeholders and External technical, legal, and advisory teams - 3 years

Critical Competencies:

• Microsoft Office
• Negotiations
• Project Management
• Risk Management Principles
• Market Development 
• Relevant legislative frameworks such as King III, PFMA, NCA etc.

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Key Performance Areas    

• Application Support, Maintenance and Changes to ERP Solutions and Processes 
• Gather SAP systems requirements and develop, design and deliver the SAP systems process recommendations required to support the various Business Units.
• Develop and review business cases, functional specifications, blue prints, and all other associated documentation
• Actively assist Business Units to craft business cases for sponsor approval
• Meet service level and quality standards assigned
• Comply with IT governance standards and procedures
• Analyse and apply required configuration changes or development to fulfil change requests
• Test configuration changes in Development (DEV) and send to Quality Assurance (QA) for final sign off and transport to production (PRD)
• Complete all change control administration, including relevant documentation and facilitate implementation of changes to Production

  Documentation Management;

• Review and update technical functional design documents on a periodic basis
• Maintain process designs (in Visio or any required modelling tool), ABAP functional specifications, training manuals and test packs to ensure all changes are reflected in all relevant documentation
• Ensure accurate maintenance of all technical configuration documentation
• Ensure central storage of all application documentation.

Provide Functional End User Support for Allocated Application;

• Provide 2nd line production support for Helpdesk calls on business related issues
• Provide support as per service level agreements
• Facilitate scoping workshops / extract client business requirements

Provide systems analysis functions;

• Write functional technical design documents to support business requirements
• Work with project teams and apply project standards and methodologies

 Role Based Training (Departmental / role specific);

• Develop, and maintain role based training documentation for all business roles
• Provide training courses, facilitators (SME’s) and facilities for IT Role Based Training throughout the year in line with Human Capital Learning and Development standards and processes
• Facilitate and deliver role based training

Preferred Minimum Education and Experience;

• National Diploma or equivalent
• SAP Certification
• 5-8 years experience in working within business solution teams performing IT application development and maintenance functions (planning, design, development, testing and implementation) in an ERP environment
• 5-8years practical experience implementing new and supporting SAP business modules

Critical Competencies;    

• SAP support and maintenance
• ABAP Methodology and Programming
• Business Analysis and Business Process Engineering
• Microsoft Office Applications

Additional Requirements;    

• Extended hours as and when required.
• Travel as and when required.
• Understanding of banking/financial services industry or development finance

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Duties and Responsibilities    

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Engage with internal and external stakeholders (up to Executive level) to ensure compliance with the Company Act, exchange information, provide advice, solutions and solve queries, related to highly complex matters which require new compliance solutions where expert knowledge of industry and guidance is requested
• Provide written / verbal testimony in administrative and criminal proceedings where required
• Respond to highly complex compliance queries where required
• Present to stakeholders on highly complex matters e.g., JSE members, and provide expert input into written material
• Provide expert advice on highly complex guidance products, including directives, as well as interpretation issues
• Identify and provide expert advice and solutions related to the ML, TF, and PF risks at the national, industry/sector and entity risk assessment levels
• Provide advice on research methodology and lead research in respect of risk-based approach and other complex compliance areas
• Conceptualize and facilitate the development and implementation of data systems, reporting tools, and the integration of data within the company
• Engage with external reporters who have complex business systems, to facilitate registration and reporting requirements
• Assist with formulation of new solutions related to compliance monitoring 
• Quality assures departmental output in area of expertise to ensure products are technically correct
• Assist the department to develop long term strategy within area of expertise

EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE:

• A Relevant University degree and working towards Post-Graduate (e.g., LLB, BCOM or Information Systems) 
• Post graduate Compliance Management qualification. (CAMS certification preferred).
• Minimum 10 years in a relevant field i.e., in application of compliance/ risk methodologies.
• 8 years must in the AML/CFT environment

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Key Performance Areas;   

• Month-end focus - General Ledger maintenance (Overall responsibility for data accuracy and integrity by performing general ledger reconciliations and income statement analysis)
• Assigns responsibilities to relevant assistants, including the creation of reconciliations.
• Manage the month-end focus. (Including investments, write-offs, insolvencies, fruitless and wasteful and irregular expenditure, impairments, etc.)
• Makes sure that reconciliations are done accurately and timeously, checks them against supporting documentation and ledger balances.
• Review of the audit files for completeness and accuracy.
• Ensure that the General Ledger and journal entries are in accordance with defined standards by analysing accounts and correcting misallocations and miscalculations.
• SAP Banking Month-end Run (as and when required)
• Compile Financial Reporting (Annual Financial Statements (AFS), NCA Form 40, company tax return and any other ad-hoc reports)
• Reports are due in accordance with scheduled activities; o
• Requests are received for the compilation of a report. Analyse the request to determine the nature and extent of the report
• Timeous reporting, archiving and distribution in accordance with policies, procedures and legal requirements
• Gather and verify applicable data from all relevant sources and collate data into required reporting format
• Make recommendations in accordance with the information at hand
• Submit the report for review and approval where necessary

Annual Financial Statements

• Advise management of the subsidiaries of any changes in accounting standards
• Update the current year AFS with all the relevant changes
• Seek continuous improvement in the process of preparing the AFS
• Compile the AFS within the allocated time frame
• Collect and verify applicable data from all relevant sources and collate data into required reporting format
• Make recommendations in accordance with the information at hand
• Submit the report for review and approval where necessary
• Distribute the report to the relevant role players

Processing of entries on client’s accounts;

• Compiles a register for all write-offs and waivers received.
• Timeous processing of all write-offs and waivers.
• Compiles a register of all insolvency transfers.

Technical Accounting research;

• Remain up to date on the Technical IFRS Standards by attending training courses and reading knowledge material.
• Informs General Manager: Finance and management team of updates and changes required to the company accounting treatments.
• Examines IFRS and Tax legislation changes that affect the company or its subsidiaries.
• Drive the implementation of required changes in Finance.
•  Liaison with internal and external auditors
• Liaises with both internal and external auditors and responds to audit queries/opinions.
• Responds to areas that they highlight –this may require clarity issues, giving information, designing and amending controls.
• Implementation of action tasks/projects to address audit findings relating to his/her area.
• Coordination of Audit Process - responsible for ensuring smooth interim and year-end audits, including coordination of Client Assistance Schedules.
• Distribution of audit findings for management comment and co-ordination of audit responses, including responding to areas that highlighted under “areas of responsibility” – this may require clarifying issues, giving information, designing, amending and implementing controls.
• Quality review of Management Letter

Preferred Minimum Education and Experience;

• CA (SA) or equivalent
• 3-5 years experience in Financial Accounting and Reporting

Critical Competencies;    

• Advanced Microsoft Office/ Excel
• Knowledge / Experience SAP/ Financial Reporting Software
• International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) 
• PFMA (Public Finance Management Act)
• Company Act

Additional Requirements;    

• Travel as and when required
• Extended hours as and when required.