Job Region: Gauteng

Specialist Architect, D2 Accounts Manager

Job Responsibilities

Define, maintain, and evolve the enterprise architecture framework, standards, and roadmaps.
Collaborate with business units and IT teams to translate business strategy into IT solutions.
Lead the design and documentation of current state (as-is) and future state (to-be) architecture.
Provide architectural oversight across all IT projects, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards.
Identify and evaluate emerging technologies, tools, and frameworks to drive innovation.
Oversee solution design reviews, impact assessments, and technology evaluations.
Define integration strategies across systems, including cloud and on-prem environments.
Support procurement and RFP processes with technical input and architectural guidance.
Work closely with infrastructure, data, application, and security teams to ensure cohesion and compliance.
Contribute to governance forums, architectural reviews, and change advisory boards.

All the above roles interface with:

Application Testers
Security Engineers
Change Management
Release management
IT Production Services
IT Applications support
Project teams

Role Requirements:

Qualification:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology or related field.
TOGAF, SABSA, or other architecture framework certifications
Cloud Architect Solution certification (AWS or Azure, or any relevant cloud certification)
ITIL or COBIT.

Experience:

+5 years’ experience in architecture or technical design role.
Experience working in the banking industry or consulting will be advantageous
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google)
Strong knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g. TOGAF, Zachman).

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Administrator – Customer Services

Purpose

The Dealer Support Consultant is required to assist the dealer network and current customer base (internal and external customers).

Key Accountabilities

Provide settlement quotes
New business quotes
Ensure dealers are paid out timeously
Capturing and verification of new Applications Conducting dealer visits where dealer concerns are addressed and training provided
Cancellation and reversal of contracts. (investigation carried out and verification as per policy and guideline)
Quick Indexing of Documents for Approvals and Deal Payouts into correct tabs
Investigate and processing of Bank Allocations
Bank Recon
Resolve/Support related to dealer queries for payouts, credit acceptance and other
Investigate and resolve related account queries/complaints
Assist new F&I managers with training needs at BMW FS
Act as helpdesk support functionality for Dealer Point
Departmental processes reviewed for Proceed (Innovative thinking to drive efficiencies within the department and dealer network, as per objective and target measurement)
Administering Contract and Application Transfers between dealers
Processing of EOT interactions (contacting clients with advising of finance options)
Processing of Balloon Payment interactions (contacting clients)
Cross Skilling functionality within the BMW Group, (Aftersales – complaints handling), Sharing of knowledge and inter departmental assistance.
Creating training material for Dealer Network (Web Based Training)
There is a requirement for consultants to be compliant, ability to disclose, explain and conclude credits transaction for customers / dealers
Each consultant has the responsibility of presenting each training session to internal and external departments, Presentation Skills requirement
Consultants are able to work offsite when required
System scoping and testing
Deal adjustments (due date, change in structure of finance agreement, e.g. term, monthly premium or ballon payment)
Natis requests (necessary checks regarding receipt of payment and preparation of documentation)
Moratoriums (assessment required based on reasoning and affordability)
Change of banking details (verification completed)
Updating personal particulars of clients against required (e.g., telephone, email and physical addresses)
Exit letters (assess stability before processing)
Substitution of goods (Verifcation of required information, e.g. invoice and insurance to be checked)
Providing remittances
Providing and explanation of statements
Loading of beneficiaries (assessment and verification of documents provided)
Actioning In an Out (assessing and reviewing contract before actioning)
Processing of additional finance on current finance agreement e.g. motor plan / warranty extensions (advise process, gather relevant information and documents, application captured).

Qualifications:

Matric, Diploma in Banking or Equivalent

Background / Professional Knowledge and Experience / Other Skills:

Minimum 1 to 2 years’ experience in a Customer Service and/or Dealer related positions
1 to 2 years’ experience in retail finance environment
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Good persuasion and negotiation skills
Sound interpersonal skills
Detail orientation
Ability to multitask
Numerical analytical ability
Must be a team player
High service orientation
High level accountability (problem solving)

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Business Development Manager Senior Software Engineer

About the Role

As a Business Development Manager, you are responsible for the full Sales cycle of new business opportunities. You will leverage expertise and knowledge to convey credibility and assess customer needs. You will close deals in a targeted and professional manner and achieve set Sales Targets and KPIs.

Responsibilities

Achieve revenue targets.
Achieve activity levels as required for the BDM role.
Identifying new clients and new business opportunities, as the primary focus of this role.
Expanding the account base through proactive prospecting, networking and new logo acquisition.
Creates demand for the organization’s products and services by raising their profile with customers.
Analysing market trends, sales data and competitor activities to stay ahead of industry developments and opportunities.
Providing regular reports and updates to management on account performance, forecasts, and key metrics.
Effectively manage multiple sales opportunities

Requirements

Be proficient in CRM software and other relevant tools for managing customer accounts, leads, opportunities and sales activities.
Have a proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales quotas in a similar role.
Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with clients and internal teams.
Demonstrate excellent negotiation skills and the ability to close deals effectively.
Be able to adapt to a dynamic work environment and manage multiple client sales deals effectively.
Legal, governance, risk and compliance experience would be advantageous

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Financial Portfolio Manager Broker Consultant (PG10): Sanlam Connect East Coast :Umhlanga Re-run Branch Manager – Nelspruit Branch Manager – Rustenburg/Mafikeng Branch Manager – Vryburg Branch Manager – Bloemfontein Team Leader: Operations & Administration – LISP Retail Branch Manager- Kwa Mashu

What will you do?

This is a 12-months Fixed-Term Contract role.
Responsibile for the Financial portfolio management of SAREA including valuations, financials, treasury and regulatory reporting for the vehicle which it advises, Sanlam Africa Core Real Estate Investments Limited (SACREIL), domiciled in Mauritius and its subsidiary entities and entities in which SACREIL has an ultimate ownership stake to contribute to, and support the financial decision-making process of the SAREA executive team and board.

Key Responsibilities include:

Financial Management of SAREA:

The day-to-day financial management of SAREA is outsourced to Sanlam Investments (SI) Finance team and the role will be required to manage the relationship with SI Finance including:
Reviewing monthly accounts and ensuring monthly reporting
Preparing the annual budget and updated forecasts
Quarterly management reporting to the SAREA Board and SI Alternatives Exco

Outsourced Financial Management of SACREIL:

SACREIL does not have any employees and is managed by its Board as assisted by the Audit and Risk Management Committee (ARMC) with certain investment and portfolio management functions outsourced to SAREA and other administrative, compliance and company secretarial functions outsourced to Intercontinental Trust Limited (ITL) and Lango Real Estate.
The role is required to continue improvement of the internal financial controls across the SACREIL group of companies, and manage the relationship with the ARMC , ITL and Lango Real Estate with respect to:
Management accounts, including the management accounts of all of SACREIL’s subsidiaries and other investment entities in Mauritius and the relevant countries in which its properties are located
Oversight of the internal valuations of the SACREIL property portfolio on a quarterly basis
Quarterly financial reporting to the ARMC and SACREIL Board
Quarterly reporting on the ARMC terms of reference checklist
Preparation of SACREIL’s quarterly published accounts when required
Review of the calculation for quarterly Advisory fee due to SAREA
Review the dividend calculation per SACREIL’s dividend policy and ensure regulatory compliance
Liaison with the auditors for the SACREIL and its underlying investee entities
Preparing SACREIL’s annual financial statements (AFS) and annual report and providing oversight on the preparation of SACREIL’s subsidiaries’ AFS
Liaison with the tax advisors for the SACREIL group entities and review of tax computations
Consolidation of SACREIL’s accounts into the Sanlam Group accounts semi-annually
Preparing SAREA’s representation to SACREIL, and SACREIL’s representation to Sanlam Group semi-annually
Preparing the SACREIL annual budget and updated forecasts and reviewing the in- country budgets

Treasury Management:

Strategically overseeing the Group’s treasury function, ensuring elective liquidity management and cash flow monitoring.
Ultimately enabling the 11 entities in the SACREIL Group to pass the going concern assumption. This includes facilitation and overseeing:
Ensuring that all 11 entities in the SACREIL Group and SAREA meets its cash needs
Ensuring debt covenants are met, maintained and reported on a quarterly basis
Manage third party and related party loan interest and capital repayments, and redirect cash flows accordingly
Negotiate limits, covenants and repayments with lenders
Ensure compliance to all debt agreements and implement changes when necessary

Key Responsibilities cont…

Tax management and compliance

Liaise with the tax advisors for the 11 SACREIL group entities and review of tax computations
Oversee tax audits and return submissions of all 11 SACREL entities
Liaison with Sanlam Group tax division and attend to queries and reviews of the portfolio (Controlled Foreign Corporation “CFCs”, etc. submissions)

Asset Management and Operations:

Portfolio Valuation:

Oversee and steer the annual external valuation process
Prepare the quarterly internal valuations of the SACREIL portfolio assets
Maintain and report on portfolio valuations for disposals, financial reporting, and for stakeholders like financiers
Coordinate with property management teams to gather portfolio data for analysis and prepare required reports, including lease expiry profiles and sector segmental analysis

Leasing:

Support the management teams and property managers in implementing strategies to achieve key performance indicators
Support the negotiation and finalize leasing deals as necessary
Ensure timely renewal of lease agreements

Arrears Management:

Manage debtors monthly, ensuring legal processes are followed when necessary and in line with company policy
Drive improvements in debtor management and collections

Contractual Compliance:

Ensure compliance with property and asset management agreements
Ensure all assets are adequately insured

What will make you successful in this role?

Knowledge and Skills

Financial Analysis
Financial Information Review
Financial Reporting
Financial Planning and Recommendations
Financial Controls

Qualification and Experience

Qualified CA with 3 to 5 years related experience.

Knowledge and Skills

Financial Analysis
Financial Information Review
Financial Reporting
Financial planning and recommendations
Financial Controls

Personal Attributes

Communicates effectively – Contributing through others
Decision quality – Contributing through others
Manages complexity – Contributing through others
Plans and aligns – Contributing through others

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Practice Manager

Duties and Responsibilities:

The SAEW2 Practice Manager will lead the staff and client engagements to deliver results on water for people, food and the planet in the countries of the three CMUs.
The PM will collaborate across technical, geographic and institutional boundaries to help design and deliver development solutions to a diverse range of clients in the AFE Region, while supporting global knowledge flows sharing AFE practice with other countries and assuring lessons from outside the region are reflected in AFE support.
The PM will be an active member of AFE Planet Management Team and the Water Practice Board.
The PM will work closely with the other AFE Water Manager (SAEW3) for impactful leadership across AFE.
The SAEW2 Practice Manager will collaborate across technical, geographic and institutional boundaries working with other GPs and the IFC and MIGA.
The PM will be responsible for the following areas:

Solutions and Results to Clients:

Leads the team to deliver the Region and Global Practice strategic priorities and, in collaboration with Division Directors/Managers, ensures alignment with the WBG Strategy and Country Partnership Frameworks;
Engages and develops high level relationships with external clients to develop business and to identify and address early on any high-risk issues;
Draws on thought leadership and implementation know-how to ensure high impact multi-sectoral solutions;
Builds and maintains a balanced portfolio of innovative, cost-effective and demand-driven products and services;
Works in partnership with other PMs, the Global Leads and thematic leaders in the Water GP and with other GPs s, IFC and MIGA, as well as public and private stakeholders, in order to find tailored and holistic solutions to complex development challenges;
Accountable for delivering high-quality and timely results;
Primary responsibility for ensuring the quality of the portfolio and implementation on the ground.

People/Talent Management:

Models exemplary WBG leadership values and managerial behaviors and reinforces these qualities in own team and staff;
Drives and inspires technical excellence within the team, Region and the Global Practice by creating an environment of learning and innovation that attracts and develops the best talent reflective of the diversity of our clients;
Actively contributes to the Water GP Talent Board, which includes developing and implementing appropriate strategies for global staffing, deployment, talent and performance management for all staff in the Water GP .

Knowledge Management:

Ensures that the Water is at the forefront of the development debate and contributes to the global dialogue in the area of expertise of the GP;
Ensures timely flow and capture of knowledge and expertise so that clients receive the highest quality support and knowledge they need, when and where they need it
Promotes innovative and cross-cutting research, as well as the dissemination of technical and experiential knowledge and learning;
Instills a culture of evidence-based, yet client tailored engagement for highest development impact.

Resource Management:

In consultation with relevant stakeholders within the WBG, decides on the best use of internal and external resources for maximum client and developmental impact;
Is accountable for delivering the agreed upon work program through cost-effective use of resources (human and budget) within the agreed parameters and in compliance with internal controls and policies and ensures timely delivery and overall quality of the SAEW2 outputs.

Selection Criteria

Masters or PhD degree in engineering, economics, environment or field relevant to work of Water, and typically the successful candidate will have 12 years of experience in positions of increasing complexity and responsibility.
Deep technical knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas: water infrastructure particularly on water resource management and resilience; institutional reform of water and sanitation utilities for improved service delivery; irrigation and large hydraulic infrastructure; strong analytical work on linkages of water to the economy and growth outcomes.
Recognized expert within WBG on water sector issues, and with track record of delivering services and institutional reform at scale in different aspects of the Water Practice through the delivery of large innovative projects/programs and by applying knowledge to operations.
Understanding of the governance and sector reform issues related to water.
Proven ability to influence sector dialogue and policy, built on sound analytical underpinnings and global knowledge, on water resource management and service delivery, as well as in the interface of water with other sectors and issues, such as agriculture, hydropower, environment, climate change, gender, PPPs, etc.
Demonstrated experience in guiding teams to develop and support implementation of operations with high impacts and complexity, including leading collaboration with IFC and MIGA.
Demonstrated in-depth experience working across practice and disciplinary boundaries, and with multiple stakeholders – public, private and civil society – in building collaborative alliances for results.
Outstanding people management and resource management skills, with proven experience in working in situations of both formal and non-formal reporting authority.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

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Factory Leader

JOB PURPOSE

The Factory Leader is responsible for operating a factory as per agreed standards. S/he leads manufacturing activities in the factory to achieve desired service levels on time. The Factory Leader delivers site targets following the supply chain and category strategies including targets on service, costs, productivity, quality, innovation and OSHE.

WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE

Deploy and deliver annual plan and financial results including targets on service, costs, productivity, quality, innovation and OSHE
Develop long term site strategic plans to the Regional Category and Supply Chain teams
Lead site to develop and implement continuous improvement plans to deliver site targets –manufacturing performance management
Manage and deliver the site’s financial results: annual budgets, sourcing Unit result, conversion costs and create programmes to deliver financial results
Engage and facilitate the implementation of innovations on site, for products, ways of working, service models and supply chain models
Propose, agree with Category Technology and implement the necessary capital investments to meet the planned production requirements, safety, environmental and cost targets
Pursue a site long term plan, including restructuring, re-engineering and retrofitting as agreed by VP SC Category; prioritize and plan resources development and deployment
Ensure that the technical standards of all manufacturing and non-manufacturing fixed assets are maintained.
Enable the factory operation to achieve high level of Customer Service at optimal cost
Support Unilever Manufacturing System (UMS) activities and teams by leading the UMS Steering Committee
Co-ordinate and direct the factory and co-packer operations to achieve the agreed production plans at the specified product quality with optimum labour, energy and materials utilization.
Ensure Working Capital management systems are effectively used, and deliver inventory targets set with Regional Category Planning Directors and Regional Supply Management Directors.
Co-ordinate and direct the quality management in line with QA system and ISO 9000 procedures.
Lead HR policy deployment and implementation on sites, including management of employee relations.
Ensure effective local stakeholder management and community issues aligned with Unilever policies.
Guard and ensure the application of all Unilever Policies and governance requirements.
Lead on initiatives and projects aiming for sites integration and collaborative work along the extended supply chain.
Lead Supply Planning
Be the statutory head of factory where there is a legal separation

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

Experiences & Qualifications

Relevant Tertiary Qualification or relevant work experience (Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management/Operations Management, Bachelor of Science, or equivalent)
8- 10 Years experience in Supply Chain (Make/Technology, SHE, Quality are must, additionally Plan, R&D an advantage)

Preferred:

FMCG experience
Ice-Cream, Dairy, Foods & Refreshment
Factory GCC (in the process of completing or completed)

Skills

Strategic outlook
Stakeholder management
Analytical skills
Communication skills
Relationship building
Key Interfaces

Internal:

All SC Departments in the business
CD / Marketing Team/Finance Department
Regional Teams (R&D/Category SC/SM)
HR / Legal/ Corporate Affairs
Unilever factories and MSO’s

External:

Material Suppliers
Engineering, Utility and Equipment Suppliers, Contractors
3PL Suppliers, Co-Packers
Trade Unions
Local Authorities

Skills

Leadership and People Management
Operational Excellence
Strategic Thinking
Financial Acumen
Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ)
Supply Chain & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Digital & Technical Proficiency
Resilience and Adaptability
Interpersonal and Communication Skills
Coaching and Talent Development

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careers.unilever.com
Cabin Crew

Job Purpose

The Cabin Crew member is responsible to ensure the on-board safety of the Airline’s customers and to provide a 5-star customer experience on-board in line with SAA’s Customer Service Standards. The role will ensure that the on-board service delivered to customers complies with the touch-point standards, service procedures and duties defined for the aircraft type operated and ensure the uncompromised excellent customer experience throughout the pairing.
The role will effectively perform this function by following through on instructions by the SCCM on all aircrafts. Further, the Cabin Crew member will effectively resolve all conflict and disputes for customers on all flights. The role will assist in promoting the Corporate Brand, protecting the company’s goodwill and ensuring the Company’s image is upheld.
Lastly, the Cabin Crew member will adhere to standard operating procedures and are accountable to the Purser on all aircraft. The role will report all non-compliances to company standards to the Purser and or Commander.

Principal Accountabilities

Demonstrates an understanding of the Inflight Services strategy and plan relevant to own work outputs
Implements strategy within area of responsibility/own area of work
Provides recommendations to support the implementation of the Inflight Operations strategy and plan
Contributes to the budget management and containment of costs on-board
Provides recommendations on profitability
Ensures correct application of processes and systems in area of responsibility
Utilises resources in area of responsibility/own area of work in a time and cost-effective manner
Utilises technology to enhance internal and external customer requirements
Executes work outputs according to customer requirements
Adheres to Governance and Risk Management policies, processes and systems
Delivers on regular, irregular and timeous reporting of information to key stakeholders
Participates in continuous optimisation programmes, projects and initiatives
Responsible for the safety of customers and all crew onboard
Manage emergency situations on-board
Manage inflight medical emergencies
Renders a high-quality service to customers and crew
Maintains sound interaction between customers, Flight Deck crew, Purser and cabin crew
Assists in maintaining crew well-being
Compliance with the relevant company policies, procedures, standards and relevant legislation (BCEA, LRA, industrial agreement, CAA regulations, etc.) and all other regulatory requirements of countries SAA operates in
Report all non-compliance to Company Standards to the Purser and/or Commander

Qualifications & Experience

Grade 12
SACAA Licenced Crew Member

Other requirements:

Fluency in English is essential
Must be able to swim
A weight proportional to height, minimum of 1,58m
A maximum body mass index of 35 to be maintained throughout the term of the appointment
Must be able to fit in an aisle of the aircraft
Additional foreign languages will be an advantage
Reliable transport
Able to work on her/his own without supervision
Well groomed with no visible tattoos

Knowledge and Skills

Understanding of relevant Cabin Services collective agreements policies, procedures, standards and relevant legislation
Knowledge of relevant legislation (BCEA, LRA, industrial agreement, CAA regulations, etc) and all other regulatory requirements of countries SAA operates in
Good interpersonal skills
Strong customer service principles
Problem solving and analytical skills
Time management
Good communication skills (verbal and written) in English
Cultural and global awareness
Conflict resolution skills
Planning and organising skills
Active listening skills
Ability to handle pressure
Attributes
Effective communication
Technical expertise
Stakeholder relationships
Flexibility and adaptability
Drives results
Organisational awareness
Ethics and integrity
Collaboration
Customer centric

Deadline:5th August,2025

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Zestlife Broker Consultant (JHB)

Role Purpose

To provide marketing advice, guidance, and support to the entire distribution channel for their region of responsibility.
Provide the field force with the appropriate marketing tools, research, and techniques to influence productivity targets.
To ensure that Financial Advisers are knowledgeable on Gap Cover by conducting and facilitating regular training programs and by using the technology available to create awareness and boost gap sales.
Grow Gap sales in the region of responsibility.

Requirements

Proven experience in a similar role
Strong marketing and sales skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Duties & Responsibilities
Main Outputs and Responsibilities

Marketing and influencing role in order to motivate the sales force to succeed; this is done through specific sales campaigns and sales tools.
Developing and implementing appropriate marketing strategies with Financial Advisors for their client base.
Promoting Gap Cover and technology services through marketing presentations and training.
Opening new Financial Advisers Gap contracts.
To research competitor products and to present Liberty Gap Cover product offerings in comparison to these.
Develop strong relationships with the sales force and management to create awareness of Zestlife products.

Deliverables

Provide evidence of strategy to enhance the awareness of Gap using the technology.
Provide evidence of developing a business development plan with Financial Advisors to grow Gap sales.
Ensuring FAs and sales leaders are proficient in Gap Cover and provide evidence of sessions planned.
Provide evidence of production tracking.
Show the percentage/actual increase in production from before and after business development plan implementation.
Show tracking against target and achievement of target.

Competencies

Seizing Opportunities: Identifies business opportunities, creates additional sales for future growth wants to win and outperform competitors.
Interpreting Data: Interprets data rationally by quantifying issues applies technology as a means to evaluate data and evaluate information objectively.
Generating Ideas: Creativity in producing ideas assumes an original approach when generating ideas and adopts radical solutions.
Exploring Possibilities: conceptual when developing ideas applies theories to problem-solving and prefers to learn by thinking and identifying underlying principles.
Interacting with People: lively and projects enthusiasm; talkative in making contact; focused on interacting and networking with people.
Convincing People: comfortable having to persuade others, shapes opinions by being outspoken and seeks to negotiate with others.
Articulating Information: articulate in giving presentations is eloquent and explains things well, projecting social confidence when articulating information.

Deadline:31st July,2025

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Principal Change Specialist Data Governance and Privacy Lead

Make an impact with NTT DATA

Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion – it’s a place where you can grow, belong and thrive.

Additional Career Level Description:

Knowledge and application:

Applies broad expertise and knowledge in highly specialized fields or several related disciplines.
Leads and contributes to development of company objectives and principles to achieve goals in creative and effective ways.
Recognized internally as a subject matter expert with the ability to work on significant and unique issues where analysis of situations or data requires an evaluation of intangibles.
Focuses on providing through leadership and works on projects, which requires understanding of wider business.

Problem solving:

Requires conceptual thinking and analysis of intangibles to understand advanced issues and implications to develop solutions with longer term impacts.

Interaction:

Requires advising on and conveying advanced information and persuading several diverse stakeholders/audiences.
Creates formal networks involving coordination among groups.

Impact:

Translates functional vision into plans for a discipline and guides their execution.
Exercises independent judgment in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.

Accountability:

Accountable for own or team results, which may impact the entire function.
May direct the activities of project teams.

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Senior Just Transition Specialist

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

The UK PACT (Partnering for Accelerated Climate Transitions) programme aims to improve the effectiveness of key public, private, and civil society institutions in partner countries to deliver accelerated emission reductions, including providing support to the City of Johannesburg since 2022 to implement the City’s Climate Action Plan (CAP) in line with C40 Cities Climate Transition Framework. The City of Johannesburg is engaging with UK PACT to undertake a review and update of the CAP which calls on all levels of government to align policies and plans with a just transition to a low-carbon economy.
The selected expert will provide support to the Climate Change and Air Quality Director of the City of Johannesburg’s Climate Change Unit, which will offer their technical team to support implementation.
In line with UK PACT’s Gender, Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) strategy, the Senior Just Transition Specialist is expected to complete GEDSI training and support the implementing partner to develop a GEDSI Action Plan with the support of the Fund’s GEDSI expert. This process will help support alignment of outputs with CoJ, C40 and UK PACT guidance and expectations surrounding GEDSI, equity and inclusion.
This assignment will be full-time, based in Johannesburg, South Africa for from approximately the 1st of October 2025 through the 31st of August 2026.

The main activities to be carried out by the Senior Just Transition Specialist include the following:

Contributing to the development of the strategic approach to the City of Johannesburg CAP review process, including engagement with provincial and national counterparts and the establishment of any necessary review structures (internal and external) to enable the review process; then participating largely in conducting the review of the CAP and the development of an updated version;
Integrating the findings of studies being conducted by other experts –on the greenhouse gas (GHG) inventories (which provide a picture of city-scale emissions) and a MetroView study of risk and vulnerability—into the updated CAP;
Building on previously established stakeholder networks and contributing to an updated stakeholder engagement plan, then serving as the contact point in maintaining those relationships to include coordinating meetings and synthesizing/incorporating stakeholders’ inputs to the CAP review;
Contributing to the communication plan and related materials in alignment with the City of Johannesburg’s Communications Team to include developing event materials for wider knowledge sharing.

Required Qualifications:

We are looking for a proactive self-starter, able to work flexibly whilst under pressure, with excellent interpersonal and communications skills, in alignment with the following:

A relevant post-graduate degree, such as Environmental Scientist, Political or Development studies, Urban planning, Economist;
Substantial experience in government, business or non-governmental sectors in South Africa, with a focus on sustainability and/or climate change, and substantive experience working with or within municipal governments;
Experience in working with climate change adaptation and mitigation-focused plans, strategies and/or programmes, with desirable experience with identifying and incorporating GEDSI considerations;
Excellent project-management, strategic thinking and analytical capabilities, with MS Excel experience and data management skills;
Demonstrable problem-solving, budget and people management experience, including working with third party delivery teams, and ability to manage multiple parallel tasks;
Strong interpersonal, relationship building, written and verbal communication skills, combined with English fluency;
Strong stakeholder engagement experience, as well as experience in developing or facilitating webinars, seminars, workshops etc.; and
Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability, potentially being able to be innovative as a team leader and within the team structure.

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