Job Description\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n
\tThe 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 to transform public infrastructure financial provisioning using \u201cblended\u201d finance – combining capital from the public and private sectors and Development Finance Institutions (DFIs)\/Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs). This will be dedicated to meeting the financing requirements for hybrid projects.
\n\tThe mandate of the Infrastructure Fund has been captured in a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the National Treasury, Infrastructure South Africa (ISA), and the DBSA entered into on 17 August 2020.
\n\tThe Senior: Fund Specialist (IF) is responsible for supporting the execution of the asset management and treasury functions, which include physical asset management, monitoring and evaluation of financing instruments, facilitating the mobilisation and crowding-in of capital through the structuring, distribution, and syndication of financial instruments in both primary and secondary capital markets.<\/p>\n
Key Responsibilities\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0
\nStrategic Outputs<\/p>\n
\tSupport the the Infrastructure Fund\u2019s (IF) strategic intent and progressively contribute a robust portfolio of projects, leading to improved funding and implementation opportunities.
\n\tSupport the monitoring and evaluation activities of physical infrastructure assets and financing instruments.
\n\tDevelop infrastructure investment model, strategies, tools, and products focused on core, stable cash-flow generating infrastructure assets.
\n\tMonitor and provide recommendations to maintain and improve the financial sustainability, stability, and operational effectiveness of the Infrastructure Fund.
\n\tManage treasury operations including payments, liquidity, and cash management for the Infrastructure Fund.<\/p>\n
Investment and Portfolio Management<\/p>\n
\tImplement, moipresent reports, memoranda, and strategic documents for executive committees, boards, and key stakeholders.<\/p>\n
Treasury, Liquidity and Fund Operations<\/p>\n
\tManage the design, implementation, and monitoring of blended financing mechanisms for identified infrastructure projects.
\n\tMaintain and build relationships with intermediaries, including rating agencies, global asset managers, and coinvestors.
\n\tManage accounting reporting, budgeting processes, and financial systems such as SAP.
\n\tDrive the development and execution of the IF\u2019s asset management strategy.
\n\tAdvance research and enhance the identification of refinancing and capital mobilisation opportunities.
\n\tManage liquidity, capital structure, and balance sheet health of the Infrastructure Fund.
\n\tOversee funding operations, debt issuance processes, and related financial reporting.<\/p>\n
Stakeholder Relations and Engagement<\/p>\n
\tBuild and maintain strong relationships with clients and project operators
\n\tNetwork and maintain relationships with key internal and external stakeholders to enhance the mandate of the IF.<\/p>\n
Key Measurements of Outputs<\/p>\n
\tEffective monitoring, evaluation and portfolio management.
\n\tAdequate controls and implementation of the accounting and treasury function.
\n\tEffective syndication and distribution of IF assets.
\n\tValue of infrastructure catalysed.
\n\tValue of private & public sector partnerships and funding.
\n\tCrowding in of capital.
\n\tEffective liquidity and investment management.
\n\tIssuance of capital market instruments
\n\tClean Audit.
\n\tExpertise & Technical Competencies\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n
Minimum Requirements<\/p>\n
\tA Bachelors Degree in Accounting\/Finance\/Engineering\/Mathematic\/ Statistics\/Business Science\/Actuarial or equivalent.
\n\tA Post Graduate Qualification.
\n\tA minimum of 8 years\u2019 experience including in portfolio management of project finance\/listed and\/or unlisted capital market instruments.
\n\tProven track record in managing finance, investments or assets on a portfolio basis.
\n\tDemonstrated excellence in the field of finance and structuring of financing instruments.
\n\tIn-depth understanding and knowledge of finance and accounting, asset management, risk management and portfolio strategy knowledge and skills including understanding of systems such as SAP.<\/p>\n
Desirable Requirements<\/p>\n
\tA postgraduate qualification CA(SA), CFA, MBA Engineer, Actuary.<\/p>\n
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES<\/p>\n
Detail Orientation<\/p>\n
\tReviews all relevant information or aspects of a situation before taking action or making a decision.
\n\tPays close attention to details that are important to others to make sure they are right.
\n\tVerifies that work has been completed according to the standards and procedures.<\/p>\n
Planning and Organising<\/p>\n
\tUses time management procedures effectively.
\n\tCan exercise independent judgement regarding all planning and organising issues.
\n\tUses specialised software to plan and manage own time.
\n\tPlans and manages multiple priorities and deadlines.<\/p>\n
Adaptability<\/p>\n
\tIs able to operate in a rapidly changing and increasingly unpredictable environment.
\n\tGives thought to scenarios impacting the world of work and the world of business.<\/p>\n
Written Communication<\/p>\n
\tIs relied on by others to help them write complex technical and non-technical documents and briefs in clear concise language.
\n\tIs able to determine which aspects of this knowledge area need to be transferred to others in order to achieve organisational goals.
\n\tCoaches\u2019 others and transfers communication skills and knowledge to others.<\/p>\n
Asset Management<\/p>\n
\tExceptional understanding of monitoring and evaluation, finance, structuring and innovation.
\n\tAbility to function under pressure within a \u201cstart-up\u201d environment handling multiple priorities.
\n\tAccuracy and high attention to detail.<\/p>\n
Commercial Business Acumen<\/p>\n
\tA good understanding of business and commercial drivers impacting operations.
\n\tAn understanding of general commercial strategy and the role of departmental strategy in the broader context of organisational objectives.
\n\tIs comfortable with commercial discussions notwithstanding the absence of a readily identifiable legal component.
\n\tHas the ability to structure or provide advice on legal instruments (e.g., contracts), based on strategic requirements.<\/p>\n
Legal and Regulatory Policy Knowledge<\/p>\n
\tKnowledge of applicable legislation and the legal policies and procedures pertaining to relevant laws.
\n\tKnowledge of topics such as procurement laws, claims, financing agreements, financial laws, etc.
\n\tKnowledge and ability to enforce conditions and provisions of contracts, grants, agreements and leases.
\n\tAbility to understand legal rights and responsibilities and the possession of authority to make legal decisions.
\n\tProtects the organisation\u2019s legal rights, utilizing a broad knowledge base of all major legal disciplines.<\/p>\n
Presentation Skills<\/p>\n
\tKnows how to deliver arguments persuasively by employing a range of advanced presentation techniques (e.g., the appropriate use of body language, how to close a presentation so that the audience continues to think about the subject matter etc.).
\n\tHas knowledge of various feedback mechanisms to check levels of audience understanding.<\/p>\n
Procurement Services<\/p>\n
\tArticulates and prepares required documents and related elements of the procurement request including terms and conditions for the sourcing, selection and award process.
\n\tReceives, safeguards, opens, records, tracks, assesses compliance with terms.
\n\tDevelops relationships by effective resolution of complaints and concerns.
\n\tPrepares effective correspondence, questions and reports, statements of circumstance and briefing notes.<\/p>\n
Risk Identification & Assessments<\/p>\n
\tDiagnoses significant and emerging risks to which the business is exposed.
\n\tAdvises on applicable aspects of legal risk identification and assessment.<\/p>\n
Solution Focused<\/p>\n
\tIdentifies complex problems based on a broad range of factors, many of which are ambiguous or difficult to define.
\n\tWhile remaining guided by organisational values, identifies optimal solutions, thinking first in terms of possible approaches and flexibilities in the system vs. blind adherence to rules or procedures.
\n\tEvaluates the effectiveness and efficiency of solutions after they have been implemented and identifies needed changes.<\/p>\n
Knowledge of Contracts<\/p>\n
\tIdentify contractual issues related to monitoring and evaluation.
\n\tHas an in-depth knowledge of the legal framework and appropriate regulation. Ability to apply this to develop appropriate contractual terms, conditions and documentation.
\n\tIdentifies and resolves risk and liability.<\/p>\n
Negotiation Skills<\/p>\n
\tHas an appreciation of cultural sensitivities and differences.
\n\tEffectively employs a variety of advanced behavioural\/interpersonal competencies to control the negotiation situation.
\n\tIs able to take the lead in a variety of sensitive negotiation situations requiring high levels of tact and diplomacy.
\n\tIs able to place a discrete negotiation situation within the context of a broader long-term relationship and is not threatened by conceding ground to protect the longer-term interests of IF.<\/p>\n
Financial Acumen<\/p>\n
\tMakes sound financial decisions after having analysed their impacts on the organisation, partner agencies, and community.
\n\tEffectively prepares budgetary submissions and forecasts for own department.
\n\tKnows the internal and external factors that impact on resource and asset availability.
\n\tIs able to interpret management account reports in an operational\/commercial context and take action as appropriate to maximize revenues and control costs.<\/p>\n
Reporting & Communication<\/p>\n
\tDesigns, reviews and improves reporting processes and provides guidance.
\n\tLeads production of complex environment reports, takes an editorial role, determines content and level of detail, and ensures consistent messaging and branding.
\n\tIs relied on by others to help them write complex technical and non-technical documents and briefs.
\n\tIs able to determine which aspects of this knowledge area need to be transferred to others in order to achieve organisational goals.
\n\tCoaches others and transfers communication skills and knowledge to others.
\n\tAble to communicate complex problems or concepts, by making them simple and understandable for others.
\n\tAdapts language to the level of the audience in order to ensure that the message has a positive impact and is interesting to the audience.
\n\tIs articulate, demonstrates a wide range of vocabulary, and is confident when talking to large\/high level audiences.<\/p>\n
Required Personal Attributes\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0
\nBEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES<\/p>\n
Customer Service Orientation<\/p>\n
\tTries to understand the underlying needs of sponsors and matches these needs within the project risk framework
\n\tUtilises the feedback received by sponsors, in order to manage new and\/or improve existing services \/ products that relate to their on-going needs.
\n\tThinks of new ways to align DBSA\u2019s offerings with future customer needs.<\/p>\n
Self-awareness and Self Control<\/p>\n
\tWithholds effects of strong emotions in difficult situations.
\n\tKeeps functioning or responds constructively despite stress.
\n\tMay apply special techniques or plan ahead of time to manage emotions or stress
\n\tDiscipline and Rigor to ensure highest standards of governance are maintained<\/p>\n
Teamwork and cooperation<\/p>\n
\tPromotes a friendly climate and good morale, and resolves conflicts
\n\tCreates opportunities for cross-functional working.
\n\tEncourages others to network outside of their own team\/department and learn from their experience.<\/p>\n
Strategic and Innovative Thinking<\/p>\n
\tExperiments with new approaches, tests scenarios, questions assumptions and challenges conventional thinking.
\n\tCreates new concepts that are not obvious to others, leveraging internal and external sources of information, to build incremental revenue and growth opportunities.<\/p>\n
Decisiveness<\/p>\n
\tMakes timely decisions about complex issues even when some information is missing
\n\tMakes decisions and stands by them even when they are controversial or unpopular
\n\tGrasps critical business opportunities when they arise by making timely decisions<\/p>\n
Driving delivery of results<\/p>\n
\tIdentifies and implements a business opportunity that will have a long-term impact on the business
\n\tMonitors progress and adapts plans if necessary to ensure optimal benefit to the programme
\n\tMakes decisions, sets priorities, or chooses goals on the basis of inputs and outputs and makes explicit considerations of potential profit, return on investment, or cost-benefit analysis.
\n\tBased on cost-benefit analysis, makes decisions of entrepreneurial risk nature<\/p>\n
Goal Oriented and Solution Driven<\/p>\n
\tHas an understanding of how immediate tasks contributed towards broader goals and structures activities accordingly.
\n\tFocuses on solutions and goes beyond merely recognising a problem.<\/p>\n
Systems Thinking<\/p>\n
\tViews legal matters as an integral part of broader operations and avoids addressing matters in isolation.
\n\tIs able to recognise patterns and interconnectivity between various matters which are seemingly disconnected.<\/p>\n
Decisiveness<\/p>\n
\tActs promptly to address urgent needs, quickly taking those decisions which need to be taken.
\n\tAssesses available information to reach a clear view of key options and select the best option at the time.
\n\tThinks on their feet when necessary.
\n\tChanges his\/her perception, ideas or alters normal procedures to fit a specific situation to get a job done and\/or meet company goals.<\/p>\n
Impact and Influence<\/p>\n
\tIncludes careful preparation of data for presentation.
\n\tMakes two or more different arguments or points in a presentation or a discussion.<\/p>\n
Achievement Orientation<\/p>\n
\tFocuses on new or more effective ways of improving own work and meeting targets.
\n\tFocuses on raising quality, customer satisfaction and revenues.
\n\tMakes specific changes to systems and processes in order to improve efficiency and quality.
\n\tFormulates own objectives and action plans in order to achieve a measurable improvement in the future.<\/p>\n
Closing Date\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0
\n2026\/03\/20<\/p>\n
go to method of application \u00bb<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( http:\/\/www.dbsa.org ) or<\/p>\n
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