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Overview of the entity
The Eastern Cape Rural Development Agency is a schedule 3C entity in terms of the Public Finance
Management Act,1 of 1999 as amended, with a mandate to promote, support and facilitate rural development in the Eastern Cape province.
Receptionist
Task Grade Level : 06
Location : Head Office
Reporting line: Facilities Management Officer
Duration :Permanent
Main purpose of the position
To provide efficient and professional receptionist support to the ECRDA.
Minimum requirements
Education Qualification
• Grade 12 (NQF level 4) • • Diploma in Office Administration (NQF Level 6)
Task Grade Level : 06
Location : Head Office
Reporting line: Facilities Management Officer
Duration :Permanent
Main purpose of the position
To provide efficient and professional receptionist support to the ECRDA.
Minimum requirements
Education Qualification
• Grade 12 (NQF level 4) • • Diploma in Office Administration (NQF Level 6)
Asset Management Clerk
Task Grade Level : 07
Location : Head Office
Senior Asset Management Officer
Duration :12 Months
Main purpose of the position
To provide efficient and professional Asset Management support to the ECRDA
Minimum requirements
Education Qualification
• Grade 12 (NQF level 4) • Diploma in Accounting (NQF Level 6) • Code 8 drivers license
Task Grade Level : 07
Location : Head Office
Senior Asset Management Officer
Duration :12 Months
Main purpose of the position
To provide efficient and professional Asset Management support to the ECRDA
Minimum requirements
Education Qualification
• Grade 12 (NQF level 4) • Diploma in Accounting (NQF Level 6) • Code 8 drivers license
Management Accountant
Task Grade Level : 12
Location : Head Office
Reporting line: Manager: Management Accounting
Duration :Permanent
Main purpose of the position
The purpose of the position is to prepare monthly management accounts, provide financial insight, analysis to support business decision making and to ensure accurate timely financial reporting. Assisting with planning, budgeting and monitoring thereof.
Minimum requirements
Education Qualification
• Grade 12 (NQF level 4)
•Bachelor’s degree in commerce (Majoring in Accounting) /National Diploma in Accounting equivalent.
Task Grade Level : 12
Location : Head Office
Reporting line: Manager: Management Accounting
Duration :Permanent
Main purpose of the position
The purpose of the position is to prepare monthly management accounts, provide financial insight, analysis to support business decision making and to ensure accurate timely financial reporting. Assisting with planning, budgeting and monitoring thereof.
Minimum requirements
Education Qualification
• Grade 12 (NQF level 4)
•Bachelor’s degree in commerce (Majoring in Accounting) /National Diploma in Accounting equivalent.
Human Resources Clerk
Task Grade Level : 07
Location : Head Office
Reporting line: Manager Human Resources Services
Duration :Permanent
Main purpose of the position
To provide efficient and professional general human resources administration duties for the ECRDA.
Minimum requirements
Education Qualification
• Grade 12 (NQF level 4)
• National Diploma in Human Resources Management (NQF Level 6).
Task Grade Level : 07
Location : Head Office
Reporting line: Manager Human Resources Services
Duration :Permanent
Main purpose of the position
To provide efficient and professional general human resources administration duties for the ECRDA.
Minimum requirements
Education Qualification
• Grade 12 (NQF level 4)
• National Diploma in Human Resources Management (NQF Level 6).
Position: Manager Investment Promotion
Task Grade Level : 15
Location : Head Office
Reporting line: Executive Trade and Investment
Duration :Permanent
Main purpose of the position
The purpose of the position is to develop and implement investment promotion strategies to drive investment into the rural areas of the Province. The role is key in identifying, facilitating, and securing investments that align with the Agency’s rural development objectives.
Minimum requirements
Education Qualification
• Grade 12 (NQF level 4)
• An Honors degree in Commerce/International Business/Investment Management, or a related field (NQF Level 8) .
Task Grade Level : 15
Location : Head Office
Reporting line: Executive Trade and Investment
Duration :Permanent
Main purpose of the position
The purpose of the position is to develop and implement investment promotion strategies to drive investment into the rural areas of the Province. The role is key in identifying, facilitating, and securing investments that align with the Agency’s rural development objectives.
Minimum requirements
Education Qualification
• Grade 12 (NQF level 4)
• An Honors degree in Commerce/International Business/Investment Management, or a related field (NQF Level 8) .
Position :Principal Project Manager
Task Grade Level : 16
Location : Head Office
Reporting Line : Infrastructure Delivery Management System Manager
Duration : 3 years Fixed Term Contract
Main purpose of the position
The purpose of the position is to provide engineering support in the development of project infrastructure of the organization.
Minimum requirements
Education Qualification
• Grade 12 (NQF level 4) • A degree in Civil Engineering or building (NQF Level 7) • Project management Certificate .
• Membership of a professional body such as SACPCMP
Task Grade Level : 16
Location : Head Office
Reporting Line : Infrastructure Delivery Management System Manager
Duration : 3 years Fixed Term Contract
Main purpose of the position
The purpose of the position is to provide engineering support in the development of project infrastructure of the organization.
Minimum requirements
Education Qualification
• Grade 12 (NQF level 4) • A degree in Civil Engineering or building (NQF Level 7) • Project management Certificate .
• Membership of a professional body such as SACPCMP
Position : Chief Executive Officer
Task Grade Level : 22
Location : Head Office
Reporting Line : Board of Directors
Duration : Five Years fixed term contract
Main purpose of the position
The purpose of the position is to formulate the development and implementation of the long-term strategy, create shareholder value, and ensure sustainability, growth, portfolio management direction, leadership, and operational results. The CEO is responsible for overseeing and leading the agency, ensuring optimal performance and management of ECRDA to enhance Shareholder Value and meet obligations to all stakeholders.
Minimum requirements
Education Qualification
• Grade 12 (NQF level 4)
• A Master of Business Leadership (MBL) or Master of Business Administration (MBA) (NQF Level 9) from a reputable institution.
• Membership of a professional body such as SAICA; IoDSA or any other relevant bodies
Task Grade Level : 22
Location : Head Office
Reporting Line : Board of Directors
Duration : Five Years fixed term contract
Main purpose of the position
The purpose of the position is to formulate the development and implementation of the long-term strategy, create shareholder value, and ensure sustainability, growth, portfolio management direction, leadership, and operational results. The CEO is responsible for overseeing and leading the agency, ensuring optimal performance and management of ECRDA to enhance Shareholder Value and meet obligations to all stakeholders.
Minimum requirements
Education Qualification
• Grade 12 (NQF level 4)
• A Master of Business Leadership (MBL) or Master of Business Administration (MBA) (NQF Level 9) from a reputable institution.
• Membership of a professional body such as SAICA; IoDSA or any other relevant bodies
Position : Manager Financial Accounting
Task Grade Level : 16
Location : Head Office
Reporting Line : Chief Financial Officer
Start Date : As soon as possible
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POST
Education Qualification
• B Comm Honours in Accounting or equivalent (NQF Level 8).
• A Chartered Accountant CA(SA) will be an added advantage.
• 8 years working experience
• 6 years’ experience at middle management level (equivalent of Manager or Director in the public service)
• Candidates who have served articles either in auditing or accounting, will have an added advantage.
• Proven or evident successful operational and process management within the public sector (provincial or local government).
• Experience with payment of payroll
Task Grade Level : 16
Location : Head Office
Reporting Line : Chief Financial Officer
Start Date : As soon as possible
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POST
Education Qualification
• B Comm Honours in Accounting or equivalent (NQF Level 8).
• A Chartered Accountant CA(SA) will be an added advantage.
• 8 years working experience
• 6 years’ experience at middle management level (equivalent of Manager or Director in the public service)
• Candidates who have served articles either in auditing or accounting, will have an added advantage.
• Proven or evident successful operational and process management within the public sector (provincial or local government).
• Experience with payment of payroll
Position : Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Task Grade Level : 20
Location : Head Office
Reporting Line : Chief Executive Officer
Start Date : As soon as possible
Duration : Five (5) Year Fixed-Term Contract
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POST
Education Qualification
• NQF level 8 qualification in the Financial Management or Accounting
• Chartered Accountant CA (SA)
• 10 - 15 years working experience in finance with strategic thinking and leadership skills
• 5 years working experience as a CFO in a public entity or government.
• Understanding of Public Finance Management Act and National Treasury Regulations.
• Experience in working for or with AGSA will be an added advantage
• Master of Business Administration (or Executive Education at MBA level) will serve as an added advantage
• Code 8 driver’s licensee
Task Grade Level : 20
Location : Head Office
Reporting Line : Chief Executive Officer
Start Date : As soon as possible
Duration : Five (5) Year Fixed-Term Contract
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POST
Education Qualification
• NQF level 8 qualification in the Financial Management or Accounting
• Chartered Accountant CA (SA)
• 10 - 15 years working experience in finance with strategic thinking and leadership skills
• 5 years working experience as a CFO in a public entity or government.
• Understanding of Public Finance Management Act and National Treasury Regulations.
• Experience in working for or with AGSA will be an added advantage
• Master of Business Administration (or Executive Education at MBA level) will serve as an added advantage
• Code 8 driver’s licensee
Position : Executive - Rural Financial Services
Task Grade Level : 21
Location : Head Office
Reporting Line : Chief Executive Officer
Start Date : As soon as possible
Duration : Five (5) Year Fixed-Term Contract
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POST
Education Qualification
• NQF level 9 qualification in Finance or Development Finance
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) will serve as an added advantage
• 10 -15 years working experience in development finance or project finance environment.
• 5 years working experience at Senior or Executive level in Development or Project Finance
• Experience in Trade & Investment will serve as an added advantage • Code 8 driver’s license
Task Grade Level : 21
Location : Head Office
Reporting Line : Chief Executive Officer
Start Date : As soon as possible
Duration : Five (5) Year Fixed-Term Contract
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POST
Education Qualification
• NQF level 9 qualification in Finance or Development Finance
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) will serve as an added advantage
• 10 -15 years working experience in development finance or project finance environment.
• 5 years working experience at Senior or Executive level in Development or Project Finance
• Experience in Trade & Investment will serve as an added advantage • Code 8 driver’s license
Position : Assistant Company Secretary
Task Grade Level : 15
Location : Head Office
Reporting Line : Company Secretary
Start Date : As soon as possible
Duration : Permanent
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POST
Education Qualification
• NQF level 7 qualification in the Legal or financial qualifications (B Proc, B Juris, LLB, BCom, BAdmin) or related.
• Membership with CIS (advantageous).
Experience
• At least 5 years working experience in a similar role.
• 3 years’ experience of working with board of directors or in the committee’s section
• Understanding of King Code on Corporate Governance and Companies Act Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competencies Required
• Code 8 driver’s license
Task Grade Level : 15
Location : Head Office
Reporting Line : Company Secretary
Start Date : As soon as possible
Duration : Permanent
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POST
Education Qualification
• NQF level 7 qualification in the Legal or financial qualifications (B Proc, B Juris, LLB, BCom, BAdmin) or related.
• Membership with CIS (advantageous).
Experience
• At least 5 years working experience in a similar role.
• 3 years’ experience of working with board of directors or in the committee’s section
• Understanding of King Code on Corporate Governance and Companies Act Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competencies Required
• Code 8 driver’s license
Position : Manager Trade and Investment Promotion
Task Grade Level : 15
Location : Head Office
Reporting Line : Executive Trade and Investment Promotion
Start Date : As soon as possible
Salary Range : Negotiable
Duration : Permanent
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POST
Education Qualification
• Honours degree in commerce /development finance/Investment Management/Marketing or equivalent NQF Level 8 qualification. A Masters Degree will be an added advantage.
Experience
• Minimum 5-8 working experience in Development Finance and/or Investment Promotion space
• Minimum 5 years’ experience at management level
• Proven / evident successful operational and process management within development finance or Investment Promotion space.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in investment facilitation and investment promotion.
• Minimum 5 years Financial Analysis working experience in Development finance or Investment Promotion space.
• Code 8 driver’s license
Task Grade Level : 15
Location : Head Office
Reporting Line : Executive Trade and Investment Promotion
Start Date : As soon as possible
Salary Range : Negotiable
Duration : Permanent
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POST
Education Qualification
• Honours degree in commerce /development finance/Investment Management/Marketing or equivalent NQF Level 8 qualification. A Masters Degree will be an added advantage.
Experience
• Minimum 5-8 working experience in Development Finance and/or Investment Promotion space
• Minimum 5 years’ experience at management level
• Proven / evident successful operational and process management within development finance or Investment Promotion space.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in investment facilitation and investment promotion.
• Minimum 5 years Financial Analysis working experience in Development finance or Investment Promotion space.
• Code 8 driver’s license
Position : Enterprise Architect
Task Grade Level : 14
Location : Head Office
Reporting Line : Manager: ICT
Start Date : As soon as possible
Salary Range : Negotiable
Duration : Permanent
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POST
Education Qualification
• Bachelor of Computer Science or Bachelor of Information Science, and Open Certified Architect (Open CA) (TOGAF) Certification.
Experience
• 8 years working experience in the relevant field.
• 5 years’ experience at junior management level (equivalent to Assistant Manager)
• Code 8 driver’s license
Task Grade Level : 14
Location : Head Office
Reporting Line : Manager: ICT
Start Date : As soon as possible
Salary Range : Negotiable
Duration : Permanent
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POST
Education Qualification
• Bachelor of Computer Science or Bachelor of Information Science, and Open Certified Architect (Open CA) (TOGAF) Certification.
Experience
• 8 years working experience in the relevant field.
• 5 years’ experience at junior management level (equivalent to Assistant Manager)
• Code 8 driver’s license
Position : Senior Risk Management Officer
Task Grade Level : 15
Location : Head Office
Reporting Line : Chief Risk Officer
Start Date : As soon as possible
Salary Range : Negotiable
Duration : Permanent
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POST
Education Qualification
• Grade 12 (NQF level 4)
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Economic Sciences (with Risk Management as a major) or Risk Management (NQF Level 7)
• CRM (Certified Risk Management Professional) Certification
• Registration with IRMSA (Institute of Risk Management South Africa) or any other relevant risk management body
• A post-graduate qualification in Risk Management will serve as an added advantagee
Experience
• 8 years working experience
• 6 years working experience in the risk management field.
• 3 years’ experience at junior/supervisory management level
Task Grade Level : 15
Location : Head Office
Reporting Line : Chief Risk Officer
Start Date : As soon as possible
Salary Range : Negotiable
Duration : Permanent
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POST
Education Qualification
• Grade 12 (NQF level 4)
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Economic Sciences (with Risk Management as a major) or Risk Management (NQF Level 7)
• CRM (Certified Risk Management Professional) Certification
• Registration with IRMSA (Institute of Risk Management South Africa) or any other relevant risk management body
• A post-graduate qualification in Risk Management will serve as an added advantagee
Experience
• 8 years working experience
• 6 years working experience in the risk management field.
• 3 years’ experience at junior/supervisory management level
Position : Manager: Organisational Planning & Performance
Task Grade Level : 17
Location : Head Office
Reporting Line : Executive Research, Strategy and Support
Start Date : As soon as possible
Salary Range : Negotiable
Duration : Permanent
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POST
Education Qualification
• Grade 12 (NQF level 4)
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Social or Economic Sciences (NQF Level 7)
• Relevant diploma or certificate in Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation
• A relevant post-graduate qualification will serve as an added advantage
Experience
• 10 years working experience.
• 5 years’ experience in the strategy planning & execution environment
• 5 years’ experience in the monitoring and evaluation field
• 5 years’ experience at management level
Task Grade Level : 17
Location : Head Office
Reporting Line : Executive Research, Strategy and Support
Start Date : As soon as possible
Salary Range : Negotiable
Duration : Permanent
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POST
Education Qualification
• Grade 12 (NQF level 4)
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Social or Economic Sciences (NQF Level 7)
• Relevant diploma or certificate in Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation
• A relevant post-graduate qualification will serve as an added advantage
Experience
• 10 years working experience.
• 5 years’ experience in the strategy planning & execution environment
• 5 years’ experience in the monitoring and evaluation field
• 5 years’ experience at management level
Position : Manager: Product Development
Task Grade Level : 16
Location : Head Office
Reporting Line : Executive Rural Finance Services
Start Date : As soon as possible
Salary Range : Negotiable
Duration : Permanent
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POST
Education Qualification
• Bachelor’s degree in Development Finance or Agriculture Finance or equivalent NQF Level 7 qualification.
Experience
• 8 years working experience in product development, ideally in development financial services/ Agricultural development.
• 5 years of supervisory and management experience in managing cross functional product teams in target-driven, customer-centric environments
• Code 8 driver’s license
Task Grade Level : 16
Location : Head Office
Reporting Line : Executive Rural Finance Services
Start Date : As soon as possible
Salary Range : Negotiable
Duration : Permanent
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POST
Education Qualification
• Bachelor’s degree in Development Finance or Agriculture Finance or equivalent NQF Level 7 qualification.
Experience
• 8 years working experience in product development, ideally in development financial services/ Agricultural development.
• 5 years of supervisory and management experience in managing cross functional product teams in target-driven, customer-centric environments
• Code 8 driver’s license
Position : Investment Project Planning and Design Specialist
Task Grade Level : 15
Location : Head Office
Reporting Line : Executive Trade and Investment Promotion
Start Date : As soon as possible
Salary Range : Negotiable
Duration : Permanent
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POST
Education Qualification
• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce /Development Finance/Investment Management or equivalent NQF Level 7 qualification. An Honours Degree will be an added advantage.
Experience
• 5 years working experience in Development Finance/Investment Management space
• 5 years’ experience at management level (including senior Management Experience)
• Proven / evident successful operational and process management within development finance/investment management space
• Code 8 driver’s license
Task Grade Level : 15
Location : Head Office
Reporting Line : Executive Trade and Investment Promotion
Start Date : As soon as possible
Salary Range : Negotiable
Duration : Permanent
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POST
Education Qualification
• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce /Development Finance/Investment Management or equivalent NQF Level 7 qualification. An Honours Degree will be an added advantage.
Experience
• 5 years working experience in Development Finance/Investment Management space
• 5 years’ experience at management level (including senior Management Experience)
• Proven / evident successful operational and process management within development finance/investment management space
• Code 8 driver’s license
Position : Legal Manager
Task Grade Level : 17
Location : Head Office
Reporting Line : Executive: Corporate Services
Start Date : As soon as possible
Salary Range : Negotiable
Duration : Permanent
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POST
Education Qualification
• Grade 12 (NQF level 4)
•A Bachelor’s Degree in Law (NQF LEVEL 7)
• A relevant post-graduate qualification will serve as an added advantage
• Admitted attorney of the High Court of South Africa
Experience
• 10 years working experience in the legal field.
• 5 years’ experience as a practising attorney
• 5 years demonstrable experience in litigation
• 6 years’ experience at management level
Task Grade Level : 17
Location : Head Office
Reporting Line : Executive: Corporate Services
Start Date : As soon as possible
Salary Range : Negotiable
Duration : Permanent
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POST
Education Qualification
• Grade 12 (NQF level 4)
•A Bachelor’s Degree in Law (NQF LEVEL 7)
• A relevant post-graduate qualification will serve as an added advantage
• Admitted attorney of the High Court of South Africa
Experience
• 10 years working experience in the legal field.
• 5 years’ experience as a practising attorney
• 5 years demonstrable experience in litigation
• 6 years’ experience at management level
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