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Team Administrator

Closing Date
2026/03/27
Reference Number
DBS260311-1
Job Title Team Administrator
Job Grade 12
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Town / City Midrand
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Country South Africa
Job Profile (Downloadable) Draft_Team Administrator (Generic)_Job Profile.pdf (291.98 kb) – 3/13/2026 11:24:16 AM
Job Description
Provide end-to-end administrative support, consolidate reports and maintain the records management system for the
unit. Provide end-to-end administrative support, consolidate reports and maintain the records management system for the
unit.

Key Responsibilities
Key Performance Areas:

General Administration

Provide administrative support to the unit:
o Manage day-to-day administrative activities
o Manage diaries and arrange meetings
o Organise refreshments when required for meetings
o Make logistics arrangements for internal and external engagements
o Take minutes, distribute for inputs and follow up on actions required
Perform administrative duties including typing and editing of reports, confidential correspondence and general
documentation, filling, faxing, photocopying, and administrative work.
Perform secretariat functions for the internal committees that are part of the unit structures, ensuring compliance
with governance prescripts.
Draft, format, and proofread correspondence, reports, presentations, and other documents.
Coordinate and assist in the preparation of cluster/unit submissions to the board, business review, management committees, and ad-hoc resolutions from division-specific committees (secretariat).
Administer the local and international travelling arrangements and the processing of claims for the units.
Attend to general queries made to the Head and team members, answer and screen incoming calls.
Support ongoing team projects by updating trackers, following up on deadlines, and organising documentation.
Administer procurement processes and facilitate the submission and processing of invoices and claims.
Coordinate, collate and assist in the preparation of reports and presentations for unit submissions.
Coordinate internal audit and monitoring activities, including periodic review of the division and units.
Manage office supplies, stationery, and equipment, ensuring stock availability.
Collaborate with the events unit to coordinate plans for external stakeholders’ events.
Assist with processing invoices, purchase orders, travel requests, and claims.
Reporting and Database Administration

Assist in the coordination/preparation and alignment of unit/s balanced scorecard (BSC), and track and monitor plans to provide reports to the team.
Coordinate the preparation of the divisional/unit budgets and monitor the spending together with the budget owner.
Undertake project management tasks and provide project administration support on allocated projects.
Prepare and present reports concerning activities, expenses, budgets and other items affecting the division/unit.
Develop and maintain an advanced record-keeping (manual/electronic) and filing system to ensure an updated central repository and database for unit documents.
Coordinate service providers’ database administration to ensure a central repository of information on service providers.
Maintain updated contact lists, distribution lists, and team databases Undertake other administrative duties as assigned, from time to time.

Key Measurements of Outputs:

Timeous and efficient team administration support.
Quality of presentations and reports.
Management of budget, including operational expenses.
Documents generated accurately.
Minimal errors with regard to administration.
Effective record-keeping management and retrieval systems.

Expertise & Technical Competencies
Qualifications and Experience:

Minimum Requirements

Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in office administration, Project Management or Business Administration
Experience

Minimum Experience

1. A minimum of 5 years’ experience in providing administrative support to Teams in a medium to large size
   organisation.
2. Proven experience in managing team calendars, scheduling meetings and taking and distributing meeting minutes
3. Demonstrated experience in preparing reports, presentations, and correspondence for the Teams, Unit Heads, etc.
4. Maintaining filing systems and records.
5. Experience in coordinating travel arrangements, logistics and administration thereof.
6. Proven experience in supporting procurement or expense administration
7. Experience in communicating (verbal and written), and drafting reports and presentations for Executives and Board
   level.
8. Experience in coordinating, consolidating and tracking cross-functional projects and stakeholder engagements.
9. High proficiency with Microsoft Office (MS-Word, MS Excel (at an advanced level of proficiency), MS PowerPoint,
   MS Outlook).

Technical Competencies:

Project Management

Demonstrates an understanding of the key principles of project management and carries out some aspects, such as defining objectives.
Assists project management teams in an administrative capacity.
Data Collection and Analysis

Understands where to locate internal data/information.
Is able to collect and collate simple/readily available internal data.
Can perform routine analyses according to protocols developed by others.
Basic knowledge of statistical theories and methods.
Distinguishes information that is not pertinent to a decision or solution.
Reporting

Prepares standard reports on relevant subjects with guidance.
Collates and conducts simple analyses of data for inclusion in a report.
Computer Literacy

Is aware of the organisation’s policies related to the use of computers and other technology.
Applies the basic functionality of common software, such as word processing systems, to complete assigned tasks.
Generally knows how to use and maintain own office/workplace equipment.
Written Communication

Writes clearly and concisely simple workrelated documents.
Expresses simple ideas clearly in writing.
Understands enough to independently handle most tasks in this area most of the time, but is supplied with direction for work objectives.
Verbal Communication

Able to explain simple procedures or instructions to others in a clear way.
Uses a limited range of words to meet simple spoken needs.

Required Personal Attributes
Leadership/Behavioural Competencies:

Achievement Orientation

Delivers work on time and quality and follows through on agreed commitments.
Views new work experiences as an opportunity for growth.
Reacts immediately to overcome setbacks and/or obstacles to meet goals.
Recognises and acts upon current opportunities.
Attention to Detail

Double-checks the accuracy of information or work.
Ensures that the work produced doesn’t contain any errors.
Integrity

Expresses what he/she is thinking even when the message may not be especially welcome.
Shares information or comments about the work when it would be easier to refrain from being open about the situation.
Teamwork and Cooperation

Shares information to keep other team members up-to-date and enables them to do their jobs.
Is considered a “team player,” putting team objectives ahead of one’s personal agenda when working within a group setting.
Is willing to undertake work that is outside their own accountability to help the team achieve its objectives.
Organisational Awareness

Recognises and/or uses the formal structure or hierarchy of an organisation (internal & external).
Understands chain of command, positional power, rules and regulations, policies and procedures, etc.
Analytical Thinking

Breaks problems into simple lists of tasks oractivities without assigning values.
Makes a list of items with no particular order or set of priorities.
Information Seeking and Analysis

Asks direct questions to people who are directly involved in a situation/issue.
Uses available information.

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Senior Fund Specialist (IF)

Closing Date
2026/03/20
Reference Number
DBS260309-2
Job Title Senior Fund Specialist (IF)
Job Grade 00
Job Type Classification Contract
Location – Town / City Midrand
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Country South Africa
Job Profile (Downloadable) Senior Fund Specialist_IF Job Profile.pdf (325.86 kb) – 3/9/2026 3:56:18 PM
Job Description
The 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 “blended” 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.
The 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.
The 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.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Outputs

Support the the Infrastructure Fund’s (IF) strategic intent and progressively contribute a robust portfolio of projects, leading to improved funding and implementation opportunities.
Support the monitoring and evaluation activities of physical infrastructure assets and financing instruments.
Develop infrastructure investment model, strategies, tools, and products focused on core, stable cash-flow generating infrastructure assets.
Monitor and provide recommendations to maintain and improve the financial sustainability, stability, and operational effectiveness of the Infrastructure Fund.
Manage treasury operations including payments, liquidity, and cash management for the Infrastructure Fund.
Investment and Portfolio Management

Implement, monitor, and evaluate infrastructure projects and associated assets to ensure effective execution and performance tracking.
Manage the implementation and ongoing management of asset portfolios in line with IF’s strategic mandate.
Support governance oversight for financing instruments and physical infrastructure assets executed through the Infrastructure Fund.
Prepare investment memoranda and summaries including analysis of returns, investment case development, and sensitivity/scenario analysis.
Perform asset valuation in line with market-standard valuation frameworks and guidelines.
Develop and utilise financial models, including capital market instrument tranching and scenario modelling.
Conduct post-execution monitoring of investments, including quarterly portfolio performance reporting.
Review and negotiate legal financing documents with working knowledge of inter-creditor arrangements.
Ensure compliance with relevant legislative frameworks including Capital Market Listing Rules, MFMA, PFMA, Companies Act, and King III/IV.
Manage the monitoring of the projects’ implementation to ensure compliance with facility agreements and contractual obligations by conducting technical reviews and risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential project execution issues.
Engage project sponsors, advisors, and stakeholders to ensure project implementation aligns with transaction documentation execution plans.
Prepare and submit project approval reports in line with internal governance and business plan eligibility criteria.
Develop and implement procurement plans for projects and provide procurement support to project owners as required.
Support the management of a portfolio of investment instruments, including but not limited to debt, equities, bonds, debentures, preference shares, and subordinated instruments.
Oversee the management of IF assets and liabilities to ensure adequate capital and liquidity for business operations.
Prepare and present reports, memoranda, and strategic documents for executive committees, boards, and key stakeholders.
Treasury, Liquidity and Fund Operations

Manage the design, implementation, and monitoring of blended financing mechanisms for identified infrastructure projects.
Maintain and build relationships with intermediaries, including rating agencies, global asset managers, and coinvestors.
Manage accounting reporting, budgeting processes, and financial systems such as SAP.
Drive the development and execution of the IF’s asset management strategy.
Advance research and enhance the identification of refinancing and capital mobilisation opportunities.
Manage liquidity, capital structure, and balance sheet health of the Infrastructure Fund.
Oversee funding operations, debt issuance processes, and related financial reporting.
Stakeholder Relations and Engagement

Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and project operators
Network and maintain relationships with key internal and external stakeholders to enhance the mandate of the IF.
Key Measurements of Outputs

Effective monitoring, evaluation and portfolio management.
Adequate controls and implementation of the accounting and treasury function.
Effective syndication and distribution of IF assets.
Value of infrastructure catalysed.
Value of private & public sector partnerships and funding.
Crowding in of capital.
Effective liquidity and investment management.
Issuance of capital market instruments
Clean Audit.
Expertise & Technical Competencies
Minimum Requirements

A Bachelors Degree in Accounting/Finance/Engineering/Mathematic/ Statistics/Business Science/Actuarial or equivalent.
A Post Graduate Qualification.
A minimum of 8 years’ experience including in portfolio management of project finance/listed and/or unlisted capital market instruments.
Proven track record in managing finance, investments or assets on a portfolio basis.
Demonstrated excellence in the field of finance and structuring of financing instruments.
In-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.
Desirable Requirements

A postgraduate qualification CA(SA), CFA, MBA Engineer, Actuary.
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

Detail Orientation

Reviews all relevant information or aspects of a situation before taking action or making a decision.
Pays close attention to details that are important to others to make sure they are right.
Verifies that work has been completed according to the standards and procedures.
Planning and Organising

Uses time management procedures effectively.
Can exercise independent judgement regarding all planning and organising issues.
Uses specialised software to plan and manage own time.
Plans and manages multiple priorities and deadlines.
Adaptability

Is able to operate in a rapidly changing and increasingly unpredictable environment.
Gives thought to scenarios impacting the world of work and the world of business.
Written Communication

Is relied on by others to help them write complex technical and non-technical documents and briefs in clear concise language.
Is able to determine which aspects of this knowledge area need to be transferred to others in order to achieve organisational goals.
Coaches’ others and transfers communication skills and knowledge to others.
Asset Management

Exceptional understanding of monitoring and evaluation, finance, structuring and innovation.
Ability to function under pressure within a “start-up” environment handling multiple priorities.
Accuracy and high attention to detail.
Commercial Business Acumen

A good understanding of business and commercial drivers impacting operations.
An understanding of general commercial strategy and the role of departmental strategy in the broader context of organisational objectives.
Is comfortable with commercial discussions notwithstanding the absence of a readily identifiable legal component.
Has the ability to structure or provide advice on legal instruments (e.g., contracts), based on strategic requirements.
Legal and Regulatory Policy Knowledge

Knowledge of applicable legislation and the legal policies and procedures pertaining to relevant laws.
Knowledge of topics such as procurement laws, claims, financing agreements, financial laws, etc.
Knowledge and ability to enforce conditions and provisions of contracts, grants, agreements and leases.
Ability to understand legal rights and responsibilities and the possession of authority to make legal decisions.
Protects the organisation’s legal rights, utilizing a broad knowledge base of all major legal disciplines.
Presentation Skills

Knows 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.).
Has knowledge of various feedback mechanisms to check levels of audience understanding.
Procurement Services

Articulates and prepares required documents and related elements of the procurement request including terms and conditions for the sourcing, selection and award process.
Receives, safeguards, opens, records, tracks, assesses compliance with terms.
Develops relationships by effective resolution of complaints and concerns.
Prepares effective correspondence, questions and reports, statements of circumstance and briefing notes.
Risk Identification & Assessments

Diagnoses significant and emerging risks to which the business is exposed.
Advises on applicable aspects of legal risk identification and assessment.
Solution Focused

Identifies complex problems based on a broad range of factors, many of which are ambiguous or difficult to define.
While 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.
Evaluates the effectiveness and efficiency of solutions after they have been implemented and identifies needed changes.
Knowledge of Contracts

Identify contractual issues related to monitoring and evaluation.
Has an in-depth knowledge of the legal framework and appropriate regulation. Ability to apply this to develop appropriate contractual terms, conditions and documentation.
Identifies and resolves risk and liability.
Negotiation Skills

Has an appreciation of cultural sensitivities and differences.
Effectively employs a variety of advanced behavioural/interpersonal competencies to control the negotiation situation.
Is able to take the lead in a variety of sensitive negotiation situations requiring high levels of tact and diplomacy.
Is 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.
Financial Acumen

Makes sound financial decisions after having analysed their impacts on the organisation, partner agencies, and community.
Effectively prepares budgetary submissions and forecasts for own department.
Knows the internal and external factors that impact on resource and asset availability.
Is able to interpret management account reports in an operational/commercial context and take action as appropriate to maximize revenues and control costs.
Reporting & Communication

Designs, reviews and improves reporting processes and provides guidance.
Leads production of complex environment reports, takes an editorial role, determines content and level of detail, and ensures consistent messaging and branding.
Is relied on by others to help them write complex technical and non-technical documents and briefs.
Is able to determine which aspects of this knowledge area need to be transferred to others in order to achieve organisational goals.
Coaches others and transfers communication skills and knowledge to others.
Able to communicate complex problems or concepts, by making them simple and understandable for others.
Adapts language to the level of the audience in order to ensure that the message has a positive impact and is interesting to the audience.
Is articulate, demonstrates a wide range of vocabulary, and is confident when talking to large/high level audiences.
Required Personal Attributes
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

Customer Service Orientation

Tries to understand the underlying needs of sponsors and matches these needs within the project risk framework
Utilises the feedback received by sponsors, in order to manage new and/or improve existing services / products that relate to their on-going needs.
Thinks of new ways to align DBSA’s offerings with future customer needs.
Self-awareness and Self Control

Withholds effects of strong emotions in difficult situations.
Keeps functioning or responds constructively despite stress.
May apply special techniques or plan ahead of time to manage emotions or stress
Discipline and Rigor to ensure highest standards of governance are maintained
Teamwork and cooperation

Promotes a friendly climate and good morale, and resolves conflicts
Creates opportunities for cross-functional working.
Encourages others to network outside of their own team/department and learn from their experience.
Strategic and Innovative Thinking

Experiments with new approaches, tests scenarios, questions assumptions and challenges conventional thinking.
Creates new concepts that are not obvious to others, leveraging internal and external sources of information, to build incremental revenue and growth opportunities.
Decisiveness

Makes timely decisions about complex issues even when some information is missing
Makes decisions and stands by them even when they are controversial or unpopular
Grasps critical business opportunities when they arise by making timely decisions
Driving delivery of results

Identifies and implements a business opportunity that will have a long-term impact on the business
Monitors progress and adapts plans if necessary to ensure optimal benefit to the programme
Makes 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.
Based on cost-benefit analysis, makes decisions of entrepreneurial risk nature
Goal Oriented and Solution Driven

Has an understanding of how immediate tasks contributed towards broader goals and structures activities accordingly.
Focuses on solutions and goes beyond merely recognising a problem.
Systems Thinking

Views legal matters as an integral part of broader operations and avoids addressing matters in isolation.
Is able to recognise patterns and interconnectivity between various matters which are seemingly disconnected.
Decisiveness

Acts promptly to address urgent needs, quickly taking those decisions which need to be taken.
Assesses available information to reach a clear view of key options and select the best option at the time.
Thinks on their feet when necessary.
Changes his/her perception, ideas or alters normal procedures to fit a specific situation to get a job done and/or meet company goals.
Impact and Influence

Includes careful preparation of data for presentation.
Makes two or more different arguments or points in a presentation or a discussion.
Achievement Orientation

Focuses on new or more effective ways of improving own work and meeting targets.
Focuses on raising quality, customer satisfaction and revenues.
Makes specific changes to systems and processes in order to improve efficiency and quality.
Formulates own objectives and action plans in order to achieve a measurable improvement in the future.

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Financial Manager: IDD

Closing Date
2026/03/20
Reference Number
DBS260309-1
Job Title Financial Manager: IDD
Job Grade 00
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Town / City Midrand
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Country South Africa
Job Profile (Downloadable) Job Profile Financial Manager IDD.pdf (0.78 Mb) – 3/9/2026 11:42:56 AM
Job Description
The purpose of this role is to serve as a strategic financial partner to the Infrastructure Delivery Division (IDD) by delivering
financial management support that drives informed decision-making and enhances financial performance. This includes
conducting detailed variance analysis to identify trends and anomalies, offering proactive business advisory services to
support operational and strategic initiatives, and ensuring sound financial management and governance. Through accurate
and timely financial reporting, the role facilitates transparency and accountability, while fostering smart, collaborative
stakeholder engagement to align financial goals with broader organisational objectives.

Key Responsibilities
Key Performance Areas:

Financial Planning and Management

Provide end-to-end financial planning support for IDD programmes, including the development of detailed budgets
aligned with programme objectives and timelines.
Provide financial support in setting up cost structures that reflect funding sources, expenditure categories, and
reporting requirements.
Monitor budget utilisation, track disbursements against milestones, and ensure timely financial close-outs.
Maintain accurate financial records and documentation to support transparency, audit readiness, and informed
decision-making.
Track and drive the implementation of the IDD Financial Strategy aimed at providing IDD with a sustainable P&L.
Coordinate and liaise with dedicated IDD Accountants to ensure all financial, management accounts, cost
recoveries, cost charges and reports are accurate, complete and appropriately managed.
Conduct continued mandate/programme cost analysis and investigate variance to budget.
Identify and mitigate financial risks and develop financial risk mitigation strategies.
Business Advisory and Optimisation

Act as a trusted financial advisor to programme and project managers by providing data-driven insights and financial
guidance that support strategic and operational decisions.
Collaborate with delivery teams to assess financial risks and opportunities, and recommend actions to optimise
costs, improve efficiency, and enhance value for money.
Support scenario planning, investment appraisals, and financial modelling to strengthen programme outcomes.
Compliance and Governance

Ensure strict adherence to internal financial policies, donor-specific requirements, and applicable regulatory and
audit standards.
Support the preparation of financial statements, reconciliations, and audit documentation, ensuring completeness
and accuracy.
Identify and address compliance gaps and contribute to the continuous improvement of financial governance
frameworks and internal controls within the IDD.
Variance Analysis and Reporting

Perform in-depth variance analysis by comparing actual financial performance against budgets and forecasts,
identifying key drivers of deviations.
Prepare insightful financial commentary to support programme reviews and executive decision-making.
Develop and maintain dynamic financial dashboards and reports tailored to the needs of internal stakeholders (e.g.,
IDD leadership, finance teams) and external stakeholders (e.g., donors, auditors), ensuring clarity, accuracy, and
timeliness.
Operational Execution and Planning

Analyse existing workflows and processes to identify areas for improvement and implement changes that enhance
productivity and reduce waste.
Prioritise tasks and allocate resources strategically, ensuring that team members have the tools and information
they need to perform their duties effectively.
Promote best practices and continuous process improvement by driving efficiencies that result in cost savings and
enhanced service delivery.
Monitor operational performance through key metrics and adjust strategies as necessary to maintain or improve
output quality and timely delivery.
People Management

Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and
continuous learning to maximise individual and collective potential.
Drive talent development initiatives, including coaching, performance management, and career pathing, to build
and retain a skilled and motivated team.
Provide direction and management to the Division, to enable strategy execution.
Attract, retain, and develop talent and ensure succession planning and sufficient capacity and capability in all critical
functions, supporting diversity strategies and initiatives as well.
Promote DBSA values and a culture of high performance through implementing performance management in line
with the planned strategic objectives, goals, quality standards and agreed key performance measures using sound
performance management principles.
Contribute to building synergies & cooperation across functions in the DBSA.
Stakeholder Engagement

Foster strong working relationships with IDD project teams, central finance, procurement, and external partners to
ensure financial alignment and shared accountability.
Act as a financial liaison, translating complex financial information into accessible insights for non-financial
stakeholders.
Lead or support financial training sessions, workshops, and one-on-one engagements to build financial literacy and
promote a culture of financial ownership across the division.
Key Measurements of Outputs:

Quality and number of financial reports delivered per cycle
Number of cost optimisation opportunities identified and implemented
Compliance with donor and internal financial policies
Stakeholder satisfaction score
Response time to stakeholder financial queries
Expertise & Technical Competencies
Qualifications and Experience:

Qualifications

A CIMA qualification or a Bachelor’s degree in accounting with three articles in audit or training outside public practice
(TOPP) as an added advantage.
Experience

A minimum of 10 years’ experience in financial and management accounting in a construction environment.
In-depth experience in managing the finances of large-scale infrastructure, capital projects, or public sector
programmes.
Experience of setting budgets and undertaking financial forecasts/scenarios.
Experience in supervising/managing a team within a financial services or construction environment.
Strong advanced Microsoft Excel modelling skills and PowerPoint presentation skills.
Strong knowledge of Management Accounting, IFRS, PFMA and King IV and other applicable regulations and codes
of good practice.
Desireable Requirements

Strong understanding of the construction/infrastructure industry
Technical Competencies:

Financial Analysis

Interprets, analyses and/or evaluates compliance with applicable legislation, sound regulatory practices and procedures, generally accepted accounting principles, and other such rules and regulations.
Analyses or interprets financial records and develops program procedures, financial models, and databases.
Demonstrates thorough knowledge and understanding of applicable regulations, rules, entity/company practices, concepts, and industry issues.
Demonstrates thorough knowledge or experience working with legal and regulatory issues in their subject area.
Develops and maintains effective working relationships with regulated industries, government officials, administrators, and civic leaders.
Demonstrates strong understanding of accounting standards and IFRS standards.
Business Acumen

Understanding of DBSA mandate and economic priorities of South Africa and Africa, and how they can be implemented to meet the organisation’s strategic objectives. Takes actions to fit business strategy and assesses and links short-term tasks in the context of long-term business strategies or
perspectives.
Anticipates possible responses to different initiatives and understands the projected direction of the industry and how changes might impact the organisation.
Actively develop short and long-term strategies and think and plan in future-oriented terms.
Uses methodical problem-solving approach as foundation for effective decision making, considering importance, urgency & risk and can obtain essential information, focus on key objectives and be able to recognise options available for solving strategic and operational problems.
Be able to select the right approach to overcome those obstacles and be able to set in motion the plan that gets things done.
Focus, understanding consequences and affinity for problem solving and making sound decisions by combining a lot of factors whilst balancing the
various stakeholder needs and building relationships by doing the right thing.
Prepares annual business plans that consider longer-term activities, issues, problems, or opportunities.
Develops and establishes broad-scale, longerterm objectives, goals, or projects (e.g., affecting a business, department, or organisation).
Strategic Planning

Ability to analyse business trends, implications, and options to devise holistic and long-term strategic plans as well as execute the required change is essential to meet an organisation’s objectives and future goals.
Looks to the future with a broad perspective.
Develops initiatives to achieve goals and objectives.
Financial Acumen

Makes sound financial decisions after having analysed their impacts on the organisation,partner agencies, and community.
Knows the internal and external factors that impact resource and asset availability.
Is able to interpret management account reports in an operational/commercial context and take action as appropriate to maximise sustainable development outcomes, revenues, and control costs.
Reporting and Communication

Designs, reviews, and improves reporting processes and provides guidance.
Manages report preparation, takes an editorial role, determines content and level of detail, and ensures consistent messaging and branding.
Is relied on by others to help them write complex technical and non-technical documents and briefs. Is able to determine which aspects of this
knowledge area need to be transferred to others to achieve organisational goals.
Coaches others and transfers communication skills and knowledge to others.
Able to communicate complex problems or concepts by making them simple and understandable for others.
Adapts language to the level of the audience to ensure that the message has a positive impact and is interesting to the audience.
Is articulate, demonstrates a wide range of vocabulary, and is confident when talking to large/high-level audiences.
Negotiation Skills

Has an appreciation of cultural sensitivities and differences.
Effectively employs a variety of advanced behavioural/interpersonal competencies to control the negotiation situation.
Is able to take the lead in a variety of sensitive negotiation situations requiring high levels of tact and diplomacy.
Is 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 DBSA.
Understands and can apply basic negotiating skills and techniques, e.g. obtaining a full understanding of the other party’s agenda and needs before disclosing own perspectives.
Possesses an understanding of various unspoken communications from other parties and can decipher hidden agendas.
Is able to successfully conclude negotiations which require the development of an emotional as well as factual argument.
Is able to develop mutually beneficial potential solutions.
Project Management

Defines, plans, and manages large and/or strategic projects, including those with a high degree of technical complexity.
Assembles multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring maximum effective resource utilisation.
Successfully manages project budgets and reports directly to senior managers on the progress and results of projects.
Identifies complex issues that need escalation
Planning & Organising

Coaches others on advanced planning and organising skills.
Plays a role in transferring advanced planning and organising skills and knowledge to others.
Identifies and acts on opportunities to partner with other units in the department to achieve desired results.
Develops partnership agreements that ensure win-win outcomes for all parties.
Required Personal Attributes
Leadership/Behavioural Competencies:

Empowering Others

Sets a good example by personally exercising desired behaviour, acts on values and beliefs.
Inspiring teams to achieve results based on integrity, accountability, empathy, and humility.
Motivate and inspire others to work towards a common goal.
Managing Change

Re-engineers processes and practices to support and sustain the desired change.
Generates and implements new and innovative ideas/approaches to improve business outcomes.
Embraces managing change, providing guidance and support to teams during implementation.
Strategic & Innovative Thinking

Understands connections and trade-offs of strategic choices
Develops innovative business and/or customer solutions.
Ability to come up with new and novel approaches to problems
Problem solver to make the world a better place and inspire teams to get unstuck.
Teamwork & Cooperation

Acts to promote a friendly climate and good morale and resolves conflicts.
Encourages others to network outside of their own team/department and learn from their experience.
Communicates ideas, information, and business objectives effectively and persuasively, resulting in desired actions/ outcomes.
Promotes collaboration, information sharing and learning within and across business boundaries.
Focuses on ensuring stakeholder satisfaction by building mutually beneficial relationships with stakeholders. These include the Board,
Executive team, Management team, staff, and other key stakeholders.
Inspiring teams to continue to perform at the highest level.
Driving delivery of results

Identifies and implements a business opportunity that will have a long-term impact on the business (which may include the organisation’s reputation or brand image).
Monitor progress and adapt the plan if necessary to ensure optimal benefit to the business.
Makes decisions, sets priorities, or chooses goals based on inputs and outputs, and makes explicit considerations of potential profit, return on investment, or cost-benefit analysis.
Based on the cost-benefit analysis, make decisions of an entrepreneurial risk nature.
Acts consistently with honesty and integrity and in accordance with the standards for right conduct
Works through teams to be able to deliver the required results consistently and efficiently. Translates business objectives into practical, prioritised & organised action plans, ensuring plans are safely & successfully implemented. Makes effective use of resources when executing, ensuring processes are in place to achieve outcomes aligned to operational excellence standards.
Decisiveness (High Performance, Service Orientation)

Makes timely decisions about complex issues
even when some information is missing.
Makes decisions and stands by them even when they are controversial or unpopular. Grasps critical business opportunities when they arise by making timely decisions.

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Accountant: IDD

Closing Date
2026/03/18
Reference Number
DBS260305-1
Job Title Accountant: IDD
Job Grade 00
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Town / City Midrand
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Country South Africa
Job Profile (Downloadable) Job Profile Accountant IDD V1.pdf (0.91 Mb) – 3/5/2026 3:43:42 PM
Job Description
The Accountant: IDD is responsible for providing end-to-end financial management, reporting, and project accounting support within the infrastructure delivery environment by applying sound financial controls, accurate reporting, and strategic financial insight to enable effective project execution and programme sustainability.

Key Responsibilities
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

1. Project and Programme Financial Management

Calculate management fees and project profitability based on project type, including time-based and cost-of-work models.
Prepare management fee calculations covering subsistence, travel disbursements, and recoverable costs for billing purposes.
Create and maintain project account codes, cost structures, and budget uploads on the project management system.
Review and approve project disbursement requests, purchase orders, and payment submissions to confirm correct financial allocation.
Monitor open commitments by tracking outstanding purchase orders and following up on unresolved items.
Prepare project and programme financial reports, cost reports, cash flow statements, and close-out reports.
Manage project and programme financial close-out processes in line with organisational policies.
Authorise transfers of expenses into and out of project-related accounts where required.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards, construction industry practices, project accounting methodologies, and financial systems to support effective financial management.
Interpret financial and project information to translate technical data into practical insights for operational and programme teams.

2. Budgeting and Forecasting

Facilitate the development of annual project, programme, and operational budgets aligned to approved business and construction plans.
Compile forecasts and cash flow projections to support proactive financial planning and funding decisions.
Analyse actual expenditure against budgets and forecasts to identify variances, cost overruns, or underspending trends.
Provide variance analysis and financial commentary to support corrective action and strategic decision-making.

3. Transactional Processing and General Ledger Management

Oversee accounts payable, receivable, payroll-related transactions, and project-related disbursements to support operational continuity and healthy cash flow.
Maintain accurate general ledger records as the foundation for reliable financial reporting and compliance.
Perform monthly reconciliations, journal entries, and balance sheet reviews to maintain data integrity and detect errors or irregularities.
Review transactional postings to confirm correct allocation to projects, programmes, cost centres, and accounts.

4. Financial Reporting and Compliance

Prepare accurate and timely inputs to the financial statements in line with IFRS, statutory requirements, and organisational reporting standards.
Apply regulatory and tax requirements, including SARS compliance, to all financial transactions and reports.
Maintain audit readiness by compiling supporting documentation and responding to internal and external audit queries.
Review financial records and supporting schedules to promote transparency, credibility, and consistency in financial reporting.

5. Internal Control and Risk Management

Implement and monitor financial control processes to safeguard assets and promote data accuracy.
Identify financial risks related to projects, programmes, and operational activities and recommend mitigation actions.
Apply governance frameworks, delegated authorities, and compliance standards across all financial activities.
Review expenditure patterns and financial practices to detect potential control weaknesses or process gaps.

6. Stakeholder Management and Reporting

Provide programme leads, project managers, and business performance teams with relevant financial information to support planning and control.
Respond promptly to financial queries from internal stakeholders and management.
Prepare management reports to support oversight of performance, risks, and opportunities.
Produce financial and project reports to support informed operational and strategic decision-making.
Key Measurements of Outputs

Accuracy, quality and timeliness of quarterly and annual accounts.
Effective execution and quarterly updates of financial processes.
Budget and forecast accuracy: precision in balance sheet and cash flow projections.
Management of client relationships and key internal and external Stakeholders.
Timeliness of financial reports (e.g., number of reports submitted on time).
Accuracy rate of financial statements (e.g., number of audit adjustments).
Variance between actuals and budget (e.g., deviations).
Risk mitigation actions implemented.
Expertise & Technical Competencies
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or a related discipline Experience
Minimum Experience

A minimum of 5 years’ experience in financial accounting in a complex organisation with the built environment, working on construction projects and programmes or a large to medium complex organisation with multidimensional businesses
Working experience in taxation computations and SARS e-filing submissions (value-added tax and PAYE).
Experience in working with financial management systems, e.g. SAP.
Strong understanding of and a strong commitment to good corporate governance and specifically international reporting standards, including IFRS, Basel, GAAP and other regulatory requirements, including the PFMA.
Excellent accounting and reconciliation skills.
Experience in a corporate, public sector, or audit environment.
Strong knowledge of IFRS and South African tax laws.
Desirable Requirements

A Postgraduate qualification in Accounting.
Strong advanced Microsoft Excel modelling skills.
Completion of auditing articles at an audit or TOPP (training outside public practice) firm.
Knowledge of SAP FICO and BI.
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

a) Financial Acumen

Possesses sufficient expertise to establish and manage income and expenditure monitoring systems for their own area of the business.
Understands cost/revenue drivers within own area and can take actions to control resources and expenditure to meet financial targets.
Understands basic management accounting reports and the processes by which financial resources are identified, obtained, allocated, managed, and accounted for.
b) Financial Accounting

Thorough understanding of relevant accounting principles for DBSA and ability to guide others in their application.
Implements controls for and monitors accounting transactions to ensure legal/regulatory compliance, and accuracy and timeliness of accounting information.
Ability to apply credit/collection concepts independently, and able to adapt or develop new procedures as needed within DBSA and professional guidelines.
Identifies bottlenecks and areas for improvement within the organisation’s Financial Services with respect to efficiency and accuracy of the existing financial systems and processes.
c) Stakeholder Management

The skills, knowledge, and abilities required to establish, maintain, and enhance effective collaborative relationships between an organisation and its internal or external partners. This is essential for driving strategic alignment, fostering innovation, and achieving mutual goals through synergistic partnerships.
d) Financial Analysis

Interprets, analyzes and/or evaluates compliance with applicable legislation, sound regulatory practices and procedures, generally accepted accounting principles, and other such rules and regulations.
Analyses or interprets financial records and develops program procedures, financial models and databases.
Demonstrates a thorough knowledge and understanding of applicable regulations, rules, entity/company practices, concepts, and industry issues.
Demonstrates a thorough knowledge or experience working with legal and regulatory issues in their subject area.
Develops and maintains effective working relationships with regulated industries, government officials, administrators, and civic leaders.
e) Costing and Budgeting

Sets, maintains and updates the budgeting control process/methodologies.
Reviews and monitors budget to ensure that the required financial procedures are adhered to and all monies are accounted for.
Able to verify that monthly close procedures have been followed and identify anomalies.
Significant experience in the analysis of variance reports to identify underlying operational trends.
Can collate budget inputs from across the organisation and analyse bids to determine consistency with DBSA overall cost/revenue targets.
Able to prepare company-wide budget reports and manuals.
Develops options and recommendations for budget targets.
Required Personal Attributes
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

a) Customer Service Orientation

Tries to understand the underlying needs of customers and matches these needs to available or customised products and services.
Adapts processes and procedures to meet ongoing customer needs.
Utilises the feedback received by customers to develop new and/or improve existing services/products that relate to their ongoing needs.
Thinks of new ways to align DBSA’s offerings with future customer needs.
b) Self-awareness and Self Control

Withholds effects of strong emotions in difficult situations.
Keeps functioning or responds constructively despite stress.
May apply special techniques or a plan of time to manage emotions or stress.
c) Strategic and Innovative Thinking

Experiments with new approaches, tests scenarios, questions assumptions, and challenges conventional thinking.
Creates new concepts that are not obvious to others, leveraging internal and external sources of information, to build incremental revenue and growth opportunities.
d) Driving Delivery of Results

Sets challenging goals that will have a significant impact on the business or support the organisational strategy.
Commits significant resources and/or time to ensure that challenging goals are achieved, while also taking action to mitigate risk.
e) Teamwork & Cooperation

Acts to promote a friendly climate and good morale, and resolves conflicts.
Creates opportunities for cross-functional working.
Encourages others to network outside of their own team/department and learn from their experience.
*The KPA’s, competencies and relationships listed in this document are not exhaustive, and the incumbent will be expected to undertake additional duties within their capacity to meet the needs of business and/or the business unit.

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Contract Management Officer

Closing Date
2026/03/20
Reference Number
DBS260302-1
Job Title Contract Management Officer
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Town / City Midrand
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Country South Africa
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Job Description
The Contracts Management Officer provides end-to-end contract management processes from award through execution, variation, renewal, and close-out. The role continuously monitors contractual agreements to protect organisational interests and enhance supplier performance in line with governance, regulatory, and operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Contract Management

Coordinate contract signature processes and support document filing, version control, and audit readiness.
Liaise with internal teams and service providers to obtain documentation and inputs needed for contract execution.
Administer the end-to-end contract management processes from award through execution, variation, renewal, and close-out.
Manage contract amendments, extensions, and variations in line with governance frameworks and delegations of authority.
Monitor and audit existing contracts, oversee contract amendments, addenda, variations, and facilitate the full lifecycle of contract modifications include assistance provided with the generation of orders on the ERP System.
Facilitate and enforce compliance with contractual terms, organisational policies, regulatory standards, and governance frameworks.
Conduct contract audits and reviews to assess adherence to agreed internal controls and policies.
Support internal and external audit processes relating to contract management and procurement governance.

2. Risk Management and Continuous Improvement

Track contract expiry dates, renewals, and termination periods to support continuity and risk mitigation.
Identify contract-related risks and implement mitigation strategies.
Review and refine contract management processes, templates, and controls to improve efficiency and governance.
Support the development and implementation of contract management frameworks, policies, and procedures.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance contract performance, compliance, and value realisation.

3. Reporting and Document Management

Maintain accurate and up-to-date contract files, registers and reports, and centralised documentation systems, tracking key milestones, deliverables, compliance requirements, and termination dates.
Prepare contract status, compliance, and performance reports for executive management, audit committees, and governance structures.
Analyse contract and service provider performance data to identify risks, trends, and improvement opportunities.
Monitor adherence to governance, compliance, documentation, record-keeping, and approval requirements.
Support internal and external audit processes, governance submissions, and management reviews through the preparation of accurate and comprehensive inputs.
Contribute to the implementation and enhancement of digital tools, trackers, and reporting systems to improve process efficiency, data integrity, and reporting accuracy.

4. Vendor Management and Performance Support

Provide support to the contract owner on monitoring contract performance against agreed deliverables, milestones, service levels, and timelines.
Collate service provider performance data and evidence against service level agreements and key performance indicators.
Support the scheduling and logistics of performance review sessions with internal teams and providers.
Prepare draft performance reports, dashboards, and escalation documentation for review.
Keep a record of reported service provider challenges and the tracking of performance issues, corrective actions, and follow-up activities.
Management and maintenance of the vendor onboarding process and amendments, and ensure supplier data accuracy for SCM-related reporting.
Key measurement of outputs

Timeliness and accuracy of contract and procurement tracking registers.
Quality and completeness of support documentation for contracts and procurement.
Timeliness of draft reports and dashboards submitted.
Number of contract-related administration issues resolved proactively.
Level of compliance with contract filing and documentation.
Expertise & Technical Competencies
a) Knowledge of Contracts

Through a broad and deep understanding of contracting best practice, can define DBSA contracting policy.
Develops contract award documents, ensuring DBSA’s interests are protected.
Drafts, monitors and ensures performance of special terms of contract. Ability to apply remedy to protect DBSA’s rights. Ability to enforce compliance.
Monitors contractor compliance to identify, document and resolve potential or actual problems. Determine which contractual remedy, if any, applies and employ that remedy.
Conducts post-award orientation, monitors contract performance and takes necessary action related to delays in contract performance.
Analyses and negotiates modification and termination of contracts.
Evaluates the impact of selected issues to determine the need for top management involvement.
b) Procurement Services

Detailed understanding of relevant procurement processes and procedures.
Thorough knowledge of local vendors for a specific area of procurement.
Collects and analyses relevant market information.
Develops terms of reference, prepares proposal request documents.
Extensive knowledge of the offer soliciting process, tendering process, evaluation of bids, negotiation and award process.
Generates appropriate documents and reports for effective decision making.
c) Business Acumen

Aligns current actions with organisation goals.
Develops work plans that prioritise work in alignment with business goals.
Acts in accordance with established organisation objectives or goals.
d) Reporting

Designs / customises reports to meet user needs.
Prepares complex or tailored reports, gathers information from a variety of sources, analyses and includes in a report.
Keeps standard reports under review and proposes improvements to meet user needs.

e) Project Management

Demonstrates a practical knowledge of project management principles and techniques.
Plans, defines, and manages projects within a department or area.
Identifies resources required and their appropriate role and skills.
Assists in the management of projects where the objectives, milestones and time scales have been defined.
Minimum Qualification

A Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 7) in Supply Chain Management, Law, Business Management or related field.
Minimum Experience

A minimum of 5 years’ experience in contract management, procurement support in the public sector procurement processes or a similar environment.
Demonstrated experience in administering and managing contracts across the full contract lifecycle, including contract execution, monitoring, variation management, renewals, and close-out.
Proven experience in contract compliance monitoring, governance reporting, and audit support.
Experience in supplier performance management, service level monitoring, and stakeholder engagement.
Experience working on high-volume contract management environment.
Demonstrated experience and proven proficiency in the use of ERP systems for vendor and contract management (e.g., SAP or equivalent systems).
Desirable Requirements

Understanding of PFMA, BBBEE Act, PPPFA, CIDB Act and National Treasury Regulations.
Exposure to digital contract management or procurement systems.
The KPA’s, competencies and relationships listed in this document are not exhaustive, and the incumbent will be expected to undertake additional duties within their capacity to meet the needs of business and/or the business unit.

Required Personal Attributes
a) Achievement Orientation

Delivers work on time and quality and follows through on agreed commitments.
Views new work experiences as an opportunity for growth.
Reacts immediately to overcome setbacks or/and/or obstacles to meet goals.
Recognises and acts upon current opportunities.
b) Analytical Thinking

Breaks problems into simple lists of tasks or activities without assigning values.
Makes a list of items with no particular order or set of priorities.
c) Attention to Details

Double checks the accuracy of information or work.
Ensures that the work produced doesn’t contain any errors.
d) Information Seeing and Analysis

Investigates the problem or situation beyond routine questioning.
Breaks down problems into simple lists of tasks or activities
e) Organisational Awareness

Recognises and/or uses the informal structure of an organisation.
Recognises key actors, decisioninfluencers, etc. and applies this knowledge when formal structure does not work as well as desired.

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