Director Of Energy Western Cape

Deputy Director : Energy Resilience (Project Manager) - Western Cape

Western Cape Government Department of the Premier

Contract : 24-month (10 Posts)

Remuneration : All-inclusive salary package of R958 824 per annum (Salary level 12)

Ref : DOTP 17 / 2024

Job Purpose

The current energy crisis and the need to transition to lower-carbon energy present unique challenges and opportunities for South Africa and the Western Cape. The Western Cape Government has several exciting opportunities for highly motivated, proactive, suitably qualified, experienced and delivery-driven individuals who want to be part of the solution to help roll out the Western Cape Energy Resilience Programme.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 4-year B-Degree / Honours, equivalent or higher qualification (NQF 8) in any of the following fields : chemical, mechanical, electrical or other engineering; Or natural, environmental or sustainability-related sciences; Or energy, finance, economics or law; 8 years relevant experience in energy or related fields.

Recommendation

Driver’s licence (code EB / B); Relevant post-graduate academic qualification in energy or related field; Experience in energy project or programme design, implementation and / or management.

Key Performance Areas

• Facilitate the implementation of the Western Cape Energy Resilience Programme and related energy projects in the province.
• Manage and provide specialist and technical comment, advice, and guidance on energy systems, projects and programmes.
• Render energy-related strategic and policy development services.
• Drive collaboration with key stakeholders for the implementation of energy resilience programmes and projects.
• Manage M&E systems for Western Cape Energy Resilience Programme projects.
• Manage and perform financial and people management, including general office management.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following : Applicable policies and procedures; Electricity Regulation Act (and amendments); National Environmental Management Act; Integrated Resource Plan; Public Finance Management Act; Municipal Finance Management Act; Carbon Tax and Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanisms; Integrated Energy Policy; Public Service procedures. Skills : Project management, financial management, relationship management, monitoring and evaluation, contract management, people management; computer literacy, communication (written and verbal) and report writing.

Application Process

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time as determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments / proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the targets of the employing department.

Note : Only applications submitted online at : or will be accepted. Enquiries : Ms P Mbeceni at email address : ; or Mr Lourencio Pick at email address :

Closing Date : 22 April 2024

Monthly Salary : Market related

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