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Programme Management Specialist (IF)
Development Bank of Southern AfricaZA1 day ago
Job descriptionThe Infrastructure Fund (IF) announced by the President in September 2018 addresses the need for a dedicated blended financing facility for infrastructure programme projects. The aim of the IF is ttransform public infrastructure financial provisioning using “blended” finance - combining capital from the public and private sectors and Development Finance Institutions (DFIs) / Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs). This will be dedicated tmeeting the financing requirements for hybrid projects. The mandate of the Infrastructure Fund has been captured in a Memorandum of Agreement (MObetween the National Treasury, Infrastructure South Africa (ISA), and the DBSA, entered inton 17 August 2020. The Programme Management Specialist is responsible for designing and implementing multiple programmes leading to funding opportunities for the IF. These programmes, amongst others, are large-scale infrastructure projects and programmes that involve Public Private Partnerships. Develop, implement and monitor a portfoliof large-scale infrastructure projects and programmes involving multiple stakeholders from cradle tcompletion. Facilitate early and privileged access tthe pipeline of large infrastructure projects tposition the organisation for improved funding opportunities and strategic deal participation. Prepare investment proposals for management and the Board of Directors tconsider. Partner with project owners, sponsors, and public institutions ttransform concepts intbankable opportunities. Provide technical input intprefeasibility and feasibility studies, designs, and cost estimates. Identify and address technical, environmental, social, and commercial gaps affecting bankability. Ensure alignment with sector standards, regulatory frameworks, and investment criteria. Support project structuring tattract blended finance and private sector participation. Conduct independent technical due diligence for projects under credit / investment review. Review design, technology choices, cost assumptions, and construction / operational plans. Assess alignment with international standards (FIDIC, IFC Performance Standards, ECSA, national building codes). Prepare technical reports and red-flag assessments for investment committees. Identify and evaluate technical, commercial, regulatory, and implementation risks. Recommend risk mitigation measures (e.g., performance bonds, insurance, O&M structures). Assess the accuracy of risks factored intfinancial models and pricing tsupport bankability. De-risk the technical and commercial risk aspects of projects. Facilitate improved understanding, assessment and pricing of project risks. Verify the fulfilment of technical conditions precedent tsupport disbursement. Monitor construction progress, completion testing, and commissioning milestones. Conduct site visits, review progress reports, and flag deviations (cost overruns, delays, technical failures). Recommend corrective actions tsafeguard project performance and repayment. Provide sector technical insights tguide pipeline development and portfolistrategy. Develop benchmarks, cost libraries, and sector guidelines tsupport future projects. Capture lessons learned from completed projects tstrengthen institutional knowledge. Design, develop and implement project / programme plans, budgets, resources and deliverables according tthe clients' and funders' agreements. Identify and implement measures tprevent project / programme delays by actively engaging and managing multiple project / programme offices. Prepare / develop project costing methodologies, cost control procedures and financial monitoring systems to ensure that projects / programmes are completed within budget and on time. Prepare detailed programme documentation, including phased plans, implementation schedules, budgets and variance reports, resource allocations, and work plans aligned with IF objectives. Provide status reporting regarding programme milestones, deliverables, dependencies, risks and issues, communicating across leadership and identified stakeholders. Lead the procurement of adequate resources tachieve programme objectives within planned timeframes. Perform other strategic and other duties as assigned. Value of bankable projects Quality of investment book Number of new clients and projects Number of potential projects worked on Management of client relationships and key stakeholders Investor satisfaction with invested projects / programmes Clean audit A Bachelor's Degree or BTech in Engineering. A minimum of 8 years experience in infrastructure projects / programmes implementation. A track record in sourcing viable and bankable projects, structuring and closing investments in SA will be an advantage. Proven ability tmanage large-scale infrastructure projects and programmes, PPPs and project finance. Demonstrated ability in working on new or innovative projects / programmes. A track record in participating in projects and programmes involving multiple stakeholders. Knowledge of legislation, regulations, policies, processes and procedures governing the infrastructure planning and development in South Africa (e.g. PFMA). Good understanding of the complex legal and regulatory environment for infrastructure and infrastructure procurement in SA. Proven ability tprepare good quality reports, documents and presentations for Executive Management, Board and high-level stakeholders. Good understanding of the infrastructure landscape, financial markets, political economics, macroeconomics, as well as socio-economic development issues, challenges and opportunities in South Africa and the rest of Africa. Proven ability tput yourself in the client’s / funders' shoes and understand the motivations that underlie behaviours of interest. Demonstrated ability tundertake complex strategic initiatives and successfully execute projects tsuccessful execution. Postgraduate qualification in Engineering. Qualification in Project / Programme Management. Project / Programme Management experience in the public infrastructure sector Advises on applicable aspects of risk identification and assessment. Assesses and links short-term tasks in the context of long-term business strategies or perspectives. Pro-actively pursues business development at the national and international level. Initiates, reviews, and interprets competitor environment reviews and takes actions accordingly. Formulates and modifies market approaches based on competitor analyses. Supports Lead Programme Management Specialist with the formulation, development and implementation of the business development strategy tgenerate new business opportunities in public and private sector delivery of infrastructure. Identifies and develops new markets, products and clients. Prepares presentations for an organisation and can participate in investment conferences and roundtable discussions. Coordinates business activities tensure that investment initiatives are in support of government BEE strategies, broader national and regional economic development strategies. Promotes compliance and alignment with the strategic imperatives of both individual clients and the organisation of investment and development interventions. Builds capacity tcoordinate, control and manage the activities and efforts required for the implementation of the plan. Builds capacity tconduct project origination exercises. Good understanding of commercial drivers and can make decisions based on an assessment of alternatives concerning complex business situations. Good understanding of economic priorities of South Africa and Africa and how they can be implemented tmeet the organisation’s strategic objectives. Good understanding of the need tcoordinate efforts with many government entities, the private sector, community groups and individuals tensure effective implementation of new policies and regulations. Takes actions tfit business strategy. Assesses and links short-term tasks in the context of long-term business strategies or perspectives. Reviews own actions against the organisation's strategic plan; includes the big picture when considering possible opportunities or projects, or thinks about long-term applications of current activities. Anticipates possible responses tdifferent initiatives. Understands the projected direction of the industry and how changes might impact the organisation. Identify, conceptualise and structure projects and opportunities and develop new and alternative financing mechanisms. Formulate and develop new and alternative financing mechanisms and concepts that can be replicated elsewhere within and outside SA. Conceptualise and develop innovative funding instruments (equity, venture capital, mezzanine, debt, securitisation of projects, etc.) tfinance infrastructure that would otherwise not be possible, relying on the market only tdevelop and propose these investment opportunities. Proactively develop impact concepts ttake tthe market. Formulate new products. Has an appreciation of cultural sensitivities and differences. Effectively employs a variety of advanced behavioural / interpersonal competencies tcontrol the negotiationsituation. Can take the lead in a variety of sensitive negotiation situations requiring high levels of tact and diplomacy. Defines, plans and manages large and / or strategic projects, including those with a high degree of technical complexity, with impacts across the organisation and / or with national implications. Identifies complex issues that need escalation and proposes appropriate corrective actions. Demonstrates advanced planning and organising skills. Identifies and acts on opportunities tpartner with other units in the department tachieve desired results. Develops integrated plans for the work unit and others that interface with the function’s budget. Makes sound financial decisions after having analysed their impacts on the organisation, partner agencies, and community. Effectively prepares budgetary submissions and forecasts for own department. Knows the internal and external factors that impact resource and asset availability. Can interpret management account reports in an operational / commercial context and take action as appropriate to maximise revenues and control costs. Designs / customises reports tmeet user needs. Prepares complex or tailored reports, gathers information from a variety of sources, analyses and includes in a report. Keeps standard reports under review and proposes improvements tmeet user needs. Designs, reviews and improves reporting processes and provides guidance. Assists with the production of complex environment reports, takes an editorial role, determines content and level of detail, and ensures consistent messaging and branding. Is relied on by others thelp them write complex technical and non-technical documents and briefs. Able tcommunicate complex problems or concepts by making them simple and understandable for others. Adapts language tthe level of the audience tensure that the message has a positive impact and is interesting to the audience. Is articulate, demonstrates a wide range of vocabulary, and is confident when talking tlarge / high-level audiences. Knows how tdeliver arguments persuasively by employing a range of advanced presentation techniques (e.g. the appropriate use of body language, how tclose a presentation sthat the audience continues tthink about the subject matter, etc.). Knows various feedback mechanisms tcheck levels of audience understanding. Tries to understand the underlying needs of customers and matches these needs tavailable or customised products and services. Adapts processes and procedures tmeet ongoing customer needs. Utilises the feedback received by customers tdevelop new and / or improve existing services / products that relate ttheir ongoing needs. Thinks of new ways talign the IF’s offerings with future customer needs. Withholds effects of strong emotions in difficult situations. Keeps functioning or responds constructively despite stress. May apply special techniques or plan ahead of time tmanage emotions or stress. Experiments with new approaches, tests scenarios, questions assumptions and challenges conventional thinking. Creates new concepts that are not obvious tothers, leveraging internal and external sources of information, to build incremental revenue and growth opportunities. Sets challenging goals that will have a significant impact on the business or support the organisational strategy. Commits significant resources and / or time tensure that challenging goals are achieved, while alstaking action to mitigate risk. Acts to promote a friendly climate and good morale and resolves conflicts. Creates opportunities for cross-functional working. Administrative / Management jobs
Job title : Programme Management Specialist (IF)
Job Location : Gauteng,
Deadline : November 01, 2025
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Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Key Performance Areas :
Strategic Support
Deal Flow and Origination
Support the steady flow of deals in the IF through :
Project Preparation Support
Technical Due Diligence & Appraisal
Risk Assessment & De-risking
Monitoring & Implementation Oversight
Portfolio-Level Support
Programme Management
Key Measurements of Outputs :
Expertise & Technical Competencies
Qualifications and Experience :
Minimum Requirements
Desirable Requirements
Technical Competencies :
Risk Identification & Assessment Skills
Business Development
Business Acumen
Deal Origination
Negotiation Skills
Project Management
Planning & Organising
Financial Acumen
Reporting & Communication
Presentation Skills
Required Personal Attributes
Leadership / Behavioural Competencies :
Customer Service Orientation
Self-awareness and Self Control
Strategic and Innovative Thinking
Driving delivery of results
Teamwork & Cooperation
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