Portfolio Projection & Commercial Analyst

Requisition Details and Talent Acquisition Contact

Location : Johannesburg, ZA

Date : 2 Oct 2025

Reference : Job Purpose

To lead the definition, description, measurement, analysis, and reporting of the social impact generated by Nedbank's projects and programs, with a focus on commercial model analysis to determine which projects should move from grant to concessionary to commercial / financial funding across all projects in the social impact team. Quantify the financial, social, environmental, and economic value to be created, enabling the organisation to make data-driven decisions that enhance its social initiatives and demonstrate value to stakeholders. Ensure alignment of social impact measurement with Nedbank's strategic goals, maintaining transparency and accountability in reporting.

Job Responsibilities

• Implement the strategic vision for social impact measurement and reporting within the organization.
• Assist in creating policies and frameworks that support effective social impact measurement and reporting in line with the Group strategy.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to align social impact strategies with Nedbank's goals and ensure effective reporting.
• Develop strategies to gather relevant social impact data from various sources, including surveys, interviews, and secondary data.
• Maintain and manage databases to ensure accurate and up-to-date information, enabling efficient data retrieval and analysis.
• Design, develop and implement models to move from grant funding into concessionary funding and then into commercial funding as per the strategy.
• Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and reliability of data through regular audits and validation processes.
• Conduct detailed analyses to evaluate the financial, social, environmental, and economic outcomes of projects, using established frameworks and methodologies to enable informed decision-making on proposals to support.
• Calculate the cost-benefit ratio of social initiatives to provide a clear understanding of value relative to investment, and progress toward greater funding for commercial success.
• Perform scenario analyses to assess the potential impact of different strategies and interventions.
• Create comprehensive reports that present social impact findings in a clear and accessible manner, tailored to different audiences, including funders, partners, and internal teams.
• Develop weekly and monthly presentations to communicate key findings and insights, using visual aids and storytelling techniques to enhance understanding.
• Document methodologies, assumptions, and calculations used in SROI analyses to ensure transparency and reproducibility.
• Ensure adherence to key ESG policies by developing and advising on the integration of best practices.
• Collect ESG data and metrics systematically throughout the enterprise to drive success against goals and measure the effectiveness of ESG programs.
• Collaborate with management to integrate SROI findings into strategic planning and decision-making processes, ensuring that social impact considerations are embedded in organizational strategies.
• Provide evidence-based recommendations to improve social impact based on analysis and insights from SROI / value-based studies.
• Contribute to the development of policies and frameworks that support effective social impact measurement and reporting.
• Stay updated on the latest trends and best practices in social impact measurement and SROI, ensuring the organization remains at the forefront of the field.
• Continuously improve data collection, analysis, and reporting processes, leveraging new technologies and methodologies to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Explore innovative approaches to social impact measurement, including the use of advanced analytics, machine learning, and other emerging technologies.
• Integrate SROI / other value analyses with other reporting tools and frameworks used by the organization.
• Develop and customize reporting tools to meet the specific needs of the organization and its stakeholders.
• Provide training and support to staff and partners on the use of various reporting tools, ensuring consistency and accuracy in reporting.

Essential Qualifications - NQF Level

Preferred Qualification

Preferred Certifications

Minimum Experience Level

Technical / Professional Knowledge

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