Job Openings at Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA)

Key Responsibilities

Objectives, Initiatives, Projects & Business Intelligence

• Co-ordinate the development and periodic revision of the strategic objectives of Human Capital Division. Assess and ensure that there is adequate cascading and effective alignment of strategic objectives to the operations of the Bank.
• In liaison with the GE: HC, manage various strategic initiatives and projects on behalf of HC.
• Coordinate, monitor, track and report on these strategies, projects and initiatives including recommending strategy enhancements/changes as and when required.
• Provide business intelligence to HC by conducting studies, research and keeping abreast on issues affecting areas of responsibility which inform the strategic direction of HC. These would include amongst others the preparation and provision of relevant reports for decision making purposes.

Planning, Budgeting & Performance Management

• Facilitate the development of the HC’s short- and long-term plans and the scheduling and organising of planning sessions and final HC Plan aligned to the Corporate Plan and the Bank’s strategy. Coordinate and consolidate inputs for the preparation and alignment of HC’s Balanced Scorecard (BSC) and provide support in compiling the final draft.
• Monitor and track the Division’s performance against the Balanced Scorecard and provide reports on tracking progress, critical areas of improvement and priorities to ensure targets are achieved.
• Prepare and manage the budget of the GE: HC’s office and serve as the budget controller in consultation with the GE, including the preparation of procurement documents when required.
• In liaison with the GE: HC and the Heads, co-ordinate the development of business scorecards (performance measures) of HC, in line with the strategic objectives. Facilitate and ensure approval thereof.
• Assist the GE: HC with ensuring that performance agreements are in place for all his/her direct reports.

Governance, Risk Management, Compliance & Controls

Perform governance activities as follows:

• Facilitate the compliance of governance requirements of the HC operations in accordance with the applicable governance framework of the DBSA. Where a certain aspect of governance framework is not adequate or suitable, develop an appropriate measure tailored for the needs of HC.
• Facilitate the development, management and monitoring of HC delegation of authorities, ethics / declaration of interest requirements, committee requirements and charters, as well as Board requirements.
• Perform all other ad-hoc governance requirements of HC.
• Develop the risk matrix in relation to the strategic objectives of HC.
• Continuously monitor the compliance of the HC against governance standards.

Perform risk management activities as follows:  

• Develop the risk matrix in relation to the strategic objectives of HC.
• In liaison with the Heads and the HC, co-ordinate the development and implementation of the risk metrics / registers to monitor the effectiveness of risk strategies.
• Facilitate the performance of periodic management assurance reviews to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of the risk mitigation measures,
• In liaison with the Risk Division of the DBSA, evaluate, monitor and report risks and mitigation thereof.
• Coordinate high level Divisional Risk reports for Exco, Board and other relevant meetings.

Perform compliance activities as follows:

• In liaison with the GE and Heads, develop a compliance framework for HC. The framework should incorporate all legislation and other applicable compliance of HC.
• Coordinate the periodic review of service provider agreements.

Perform the internal controls activities as follows:

• In liaison with the GE: HC and Heads, develop the policies of the HC. The policies must be aligned to the strategic objectives, value chain, and risk mitigation metrices of HC.
• Periodically assess and monitor the adequacy and effectiveness of the internal controls of the HC.
• Monitor and update policies of the HC as business operations and/or risk profiles changes.

HC Cluster Operations Management & Coordination

• Manage day-to-day and routine operations of the HC cluster as follows:
• Plan, manage, and monitor day-to-day strategic and operational requirements/tasks to ensure optimisation and efficiency of the operations.
• Attend-to and address the needs of the HC employees (GE, Heads, Other Employees).
• Manage and communicate with internal and stakeholders.
• Plan, manage, and execute planned operational requests of HC.
• Execute and manage ad-hoc requests from internal and external stakeholders.
• Work with the GE: HC and Heads to implement key strategies, projects and initiatives for HC.
• Oversee the overall efficiency within HC and eliminate any bottlenecks.
• In liaison with the Heads and GE: HC, assess the training requirements (technical or otherwise) of the employees of HC. Ensure that the training needs are fulfilled.
• Support the GE: HC in relation to preparations for the requirements of governance structures (e.g. Exco, Exco Subcommittees and Board Subcommittees, Steering Committees) by ensuring amongst others, the necessary inputs and preparations for required documentation.
• Keep track of all Board, Exco and Subcommittees’ resolutions and ensure that they are actioned. Facilitate the follow-up on key executive decisions and action items and ensure timeous implementation thereof.
• Coordinate and/or prepare concept documents, reports, memos, letters, and presentations on behalf of the GE as and when required.
• Undertake other tasks as assigned by the GE: HC, from time to time.
• Analyse and interpret data and/or reports from Heads and project leads to provide dashboards and summaries outlining critical information and areas of concern.
• Compile and distribute Divisional reports/presentations and communicate on behalf of the GE: HC providing feedback and updates on initiatives, projects and various operational tasks.

Project Management and Process Improvement

• Provide technical and other support to the GE: HC to manage and drive various strategic initiatives and special projects:
• Participate in the definition of project scope and key deliverables.
• Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress on Human Capital initiatives led by the GE: HC.
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the successful execution of projects on-time, within scope and within budget.
• Oversee changes to the project scope, project schedule and project costs in consultation with the GE: HC.
• Oversee project documentation and feedback reports.
• Monitor project performance as per the agreed project plan and report and escalate project challenges to the GE: HC.
• Conduct in-depth assessments of HC processes to establish areas of improvement and provide recommendations on processes and design of new initiatives.
• Implement systems, processes, and procedures to improve the Divisions administrative efficiency, effectiveness and productivity.

Office Management

• Develop specific templates for the Division for standardisation of reporting and administrative efficiency.
• Administer the document management system to secure/ store data and provide a platform for sharing Divisional information.
• Work with the GE: HC to support the planning and execution of day-to-day work routines and key deliverables.
• Manage the GE: HC’s office with specific reference to the following:
• Monitor that the GE: HC’s office is appropriately resourced with daily consumables.
• Provide secretariat support in key meetings and interactions to ensure the recording of decisions and follow-up.
• Draft and edit all communication (letters, routine correspondence) from the Office of GE: HC for approval.
• Lead the procurement of professional services on behalf of the GE: HC by developing the relevant procurement documents and ensuring that procurement is performed according to SCM Policies & Procedures.
• Undertake other tasks as assigned by the GE: HC, from time to time.

Key Measures/KPIs

• Effective management of HC initiatives, projects and assignments.
• Quality of services and solutions provided to business.
• Effective management of the Office of GE: HC.
• Adequate and efficient operations of HC.
• Quality and accuracy of HC, documents, presentations and reports generated.
• Effective governance, risk coordination and management of the Division.
• Adequate internal controls and clean audit.

Minimum Requirements:

• A B-Degree in Human Resources / Industrial Psychology / Social Sciences.
• Minimum of 8-10 years’ experience in a similar role or as a Senior HC Business Partner or as a Human Resources Manager in a medium to large size organisation.
• In depth experience in the execution of human capital management, generalist HC functions such as talent acquisition, talent management, succession management, performance management, incapacity management, occupational injuries, remuneration and labour relations.
• Demonstrated HC solutions design and partnering experience at strategic level.
• Proven experience in preparing documents, reports and presentations for Executives and Board.
• Experience in communicating with high level stakeholders (verbal and written).
• Demonstrated experience in managing and implementing projects as well as excellent skills in planning and organising.
• Extensive and deep computer skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Proven ability to coordinate and manage multiple functions.
• Excellent leadership skills to manage a team within the GE’s office as well as the ability to mobilise appropriaaate resources to assist in providing the most suitable solutions and services when required.
• Exposure in strategy in strategy formulation and execution.
• Proven understanding of people management and people management strategies.
• Strong knowledge of the relevant legislative framework, i.e., LRA, BCEA, King IV and other relevant legislation etc.

Desirable Requirements:

• Experience in change management, organisational development, organisational design, organisational transition management etc.
• Experience in employee relations and related.
• MS Projects.

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Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients internally and externally, on the development and effective implementation of public / private investments for sustainable development in infrastructure with a specific focus on financing solutions.
• Support the expansion of IF’s project pipeline, especially in infrastructure that are being targeted to mobilise public and private sector financing.
• Support infrastructure / programme specialists during preparation, structuring, negotiation, and closing of transactions of investment and policy operations.
• Undertake the financial analysis and modelling tasks within project teams working on guarantees operations and other financial structures to mobilize commercial capital for development purposes.
• Work as an integral part of the project / programme team, to conduct due diligence for infrastructure finance operations with a special focus on structuring financial solutions for raising new funding and debt restructurings.
• Proactively develop and deliver sustainable financing structures, models and solutions for IF clients through various products which include (amongst others) blended finance structures Public Private Partnerships (PPP) structures, B-BBEE funding structures, local currency funding, guarantees and derivative hedges.
• Develop and implement various innovative financing instruments to unlock and accelerate infrastructure delivery. These instruments include (amongst others) blended finance instruments, working capital facilities, bridging finance facilities, project bonds, CPI-linked debt, green bonds, project preparation facilities, construction performance bonds, price risk management and hedging products, customised vendor financing solutions.
• Develop and implement financial advisory solutions for the IF including (amongst others)-mandated lead arranger (“MLA”) technical, financial, environmental, insurance bank services.
• Access financial markets to fund IF investments and operations to foster sustainable economic development, create wealth and improve infrastructure in South Africa by investing in infrastructure and other productive sectors.
• Lead the team to ensure that all investment projects are taken to bankability through amongst others, evaluation of the feasibility of investment opportunities with a view of ensuring that they are commercially sound prospects for financing. This must be performed in alignment with the agreed strategy and mandate; due diligence process, deal structuring, facility agreements with clients, risk mitigation, etc.
• Lead the execution of transactions and the credit approval process to facilitate the structure and negotiate the detailed terms of the deal / transaction in liaison with Treasury, Legal, Portfolio Management teams to ensure the approval of transactions through the various approval committees.
• Ensure long-term financial planning and modelling in collaboration with the Treasury and Finance teams.
• Support public sector in the development of Public Private Partnerships (PPPs) and in financing of large infrastructure projects in order to assist government’s efforts to advance Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
• Continually develop and manage relationships with key stakeholders and decision makers (in government entities, development banks, private companies and commercial banks) to contribute to economic and infrastructure development.
• Prepare various documents and management reports for Executive Committees, Boards and Stakeholders.
• Perform other strategic duties as assigned.

Key Measurements of Outputs

• Quality financial models and solutions
• Value and number of project approvals, commitments and disbursements
• Value and number of projects prepared and committed for approval
• Value and number of funds under management secured
• Value of infrastructure catalysed
• Quality of asset/loan book (e.g. NPL ratio)
• Value of Private & Public Sector partnerships and funding
• Clean audit

Expertise & Technical Competencies

Minimum Requirements

• Post Graduate Degree in Development Finance, Finance, Business, Engineering or Economics.
• CA(SA) and/or CFA qualification is strongly advantageous.
• Minimum 8 years demonstrable experience in project finance, the financial and infrastructure finance arena at a senior professional level.
• Demonstrated experience in infrastructure finance and development.
• Deal/Financial structuring and financial modelling of infrastructure projects for investment purposes.
• Experience in investing in infrastructure in emerging markets, ideally in a diversified portfolio in different sectors of infrastructure (energy, transport, etc.).
• Experience with working on new or innovative projects and programmes and proven ability to bring ideas from conception to completion (deal closing).
• Proven experience in project risk identification, management and mitigation.
• In-depth knowledge of the banking sector and financial markets.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the legal and regulatory environment for infrastructure procurement in SA.
• Good understanding of infrastructure investments.
• Demonstrable experience in assessing investment transaction opportunities and projects from early review to bankable debt financing deals.
• Experience with working with deal teams and assigning resources to conclude transactions.
• Proven ability to provide value to transactions for the benefit of and/or the client through knowledge of the subject, innovation and lateral thinking.
• Sound experience in private and public sector investments.
• Demonstrated knowledge of legislation, regulations, policies, processes and procedures governing the infrastructure planning and development in South Africa (e.g. PFMA).

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Key Responsibilities

Strategic Outputs and Unit Management

• Collaborate with the Chief Investment Officer to formulate and implement the strategic partnerships, coverage and origination strategy in line with the vision, strategy, and goals of the Infrastructure Fund.
• Lead the implementation of the plans and process improvements and initiatives for the unit.
• Monitor turnaround times and quality standards and resolve issues speedily with business to enhance service delivery and implement business improvement processes.
• Monitor, evaluate and drive compliance with the respective organisational policies and procedures.
• Manage and oversee the budget for the unit.

Strategic Partnerships and Origination

• Manage the implementation of initiatives to increase the blended finance bankable programmes and projects to drive the highest impact development financing, whilst achieving financial sustainability.
• Lead, initiate and develop new business strategies and opportunities to build a pipeline of development impact projects ensuring deal flow and bankability.
• Lead the pipeline acceptance and approval process by relevant governance structures.
• Oversee client relationships across all stages of IF involvement.
• Drive sustainable advantage over competitors by deepening client relationships by providing innovative value added and strategic products to our key clients.
• Work with the Chief Investment Officer: IF to collaborate with the key strategic partners within the infrastructure delivery ecosystem.
• Partner with ISA to originate projects for infrastructure delivery and maintenance services.
• Work with the Chief Investment Officer: IF, work with National Treasury to profile IF's projects and solicit funding.
• Assist the Chief Investment Officer: IF to formulate and maintain strategic partnerships and enhance the mandate of the IF.
• Collaborate with the Infrastructure Finance Unit, Legal and Project Management to:
• Progress deals to financial close and disbursement.
• Formalise client relationships and contracts for deals originated for the IF.
• Monitor the progression of deals on an ongoing basis.
• Work in tandem with the Project Preparation division to facilitate project preparation, scoping, feasibility studies and business plans to close investment deals.
• Undertake continuous infrastructure research and provide recommendations on significant developments, emerging opportunities, and challenges in areas of responsibility.
• Research and analyse the client's business context, operations and financial performance in search of new opportunities.

Stakeholder Relations and Partnerships

• Build and maintain relationships, and networks with external stakeholders, partners, and clients to position IF as the 'go-to' financier for infrastructure development opportunities and to initiative viable programmes and projects.
• Remediate and eliminate partnership obstacles and inefficiencies, through in-depth knowledge of all new products, structured products and services offered by competitors.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, and private businesses to facilitate the identification of opportunities to initiate viable projects.
• Develop annual client plans for key clients in a business unit, including business development forecasts and key initiatives.
• Network and maintain relationships with key internal and external stakeholders to enhance the mandate of the IF.

People Management

• Provide direction and management to the direct reports to enable the execution of strategy and manage their portfolios effectively.
• Manage and evaluate the performance of the direct reports against set targets, KPI's and metrics.
• Define, cascade and monitor business and people performance objectives through direct reports.
• Attract, retain, and develop high-calibre talent. Develop and maintain sufficient depth in all critical functions, minimizing "key-man" risk.
• Optimise skills usage within the unit.
• Accountable for performance management of all direct reports, managing their performance in relation to quality standards and agreed benchmarks and objectives, focusing on all aspects of sound people management.
• Develop the skills and abilities of all team members, with the result that they perform to their highest potential and optimize their current and future job performance.
• Proactively support the bank's diversity strategies and initiatives.
• Contribute to building synergies and cooperation across functions in the DBSA.
• Promote DBSA values and a culture of High Performance within the Unit.
• Undertake other tasks as assigned by the line manager, from time to time.

Key Measurements of Outputs

• Value and number of projects originated and approved into the IF pipeline.
• Value and number of projects packaged and submitted for funding consideration for Government contributions for projects / programmes.
• Value and number of project approvals, commitments and disbursements.
• Value and number of projects prepared and committed for IF pipeline.
• Value of private sector funding catalysed for approved projects / programmes.
• Demonstration of thought leadership and a recognised expert in the area of responsibility.
• Partnerships established to promote IF as a leader in infrastructure development and generate deal flow.
• Clean Audit

Expertise & Technical Competencies

Minimum Requirements

• A postgraduate qualification or equivalent in Business, Finance, Engineering or Economics (e.g., CA, CFA, MBA, MSc)
• A minimum of 8 -10 years of demonstrable experience at a senior level in infrastructure deal origination, funding/financing, and development of strategic partnerships, including a minimum of 5 years, senior management experience.
• Knowledge of investment products and services, e.g., balance sheet/corporate loans, project finance structures, early stage/venture investing
• Evidenced experience in strategic planning and management.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the South African financial and regulatory environments within relevant sectors.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of the infrastructure market, financial markets and the macro landscape.
• Seasoned and well-networked 'Relationship Manager' with experience in building strong partnerships with external stakeholders, partners and investors in South Africa and Africa for business benefit.
• Demonstrable experience in identifying client challenges and playing an active part in finding innovative solutions.
• Experienced communicator and negotiator (expertise at senior level).
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to close deals.
• Proven experience in working with senior stakeholders in highly political environments in South Africa.