The Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) is currently recruiting for several exciting roles across various sectors, providing talented individuals with the opportunity to contribute significantly to South Africa’s economic development. Below are the available positions:
1. Fund Programme Specialist: JET-IP Office
- Location: Gauteng
- Contract Type: Fixed Term (24 months)
- IDC Job Grade: P-Band
- Closing Date: 7 February 2025
Job Purpose:
The Fund Programme Specialist will focus on sourcing funding, particularly Green funding, to develop financing programs and manage funding mechanisms such as grants for the JET-IP NEV and GH office.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Education: Honours Degree in a relevant commercial or technical field (MBA or Master’s Degree preferred).
- Experience: 5 to 8 years in financial services, development finance institutions, venture capital, or early-stage investments.
- Special Skills: Strong relationships with clients, private investors, and banks; expertise in development finance and the Just Energy Transition.
2. Senior Project Manager – Industrial Zone Programme (IZP)
- Location: Limpopo
- Contract Type: Fixed Term (36 months)
- IDC Job Grade: M-Band
- Closing Date: 7 February 2025
Job Purpose:
Oversee the planning, design, and construction of municipal infrastructure as part of the Industrial Zone Programme.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering; professional registration with ECSA.
- Experience: 8 to 10 years managing municipal infrastructure design and construction projects.
- Skills: Exceptional planning and organizational skills, strong leadership.
3. Senior Legal Advisor
- Location: Gauteng
- Contract Type: Permanent
- IDC Job Grade: M-Band
- Closing Date: 6 February 2025
Job Purpose:
Provide sound legal advice to mitigate risks across IDC’s financial and non-financial activities.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Education: Law degree; admission as an attorney essential; Master’s degree (LLM) desirable.
- Experience: 5 years of post-article experience in banking and finance; 8 to 10 years in corporate, project finance, and restructuring.
4. Sector Expert – Agriculture
- Location: Gauteng
- Contract Type: Permanent
- IDC Job Grade: M-Band
- Closing Date: 3 February 2025
Job Purpose:
Provide expertise in the agriculture sector, analyzing technical aspects of deals and projects.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Education: Relevant technical honours degree.
- Experience: 8 to 10 years in agriculture, including due diligence and project evaluation.
5. Sector Expert – Manufacturing
- Location: Gauteng
- Contract Type: Permanent
- IDC Job Grade: M-Band
- Closing Date: 3 February 2025
Job Purpose:
Provide actionable strategies for IDC clients focusing on competitive dynamics and sector performance.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Education: Relevant technical honours degree.
- Experience: 8 to 10 years in manufacturing with successful negotiation experience.
6. Sector Expert – Mining, Metals, Infrastructure & Energy
- Location: Gauteng
- Contract Type: Permanent
- IDC Job Grade: M-Band
- Closing Date: 3 February 2025
Job Purpose:
Provide strategies and insights within the mining, metals, infrastructure, and energy sectors.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Education: Relevant technical honours degree.
- Experience: 8 to 10 years in relevant sectors with experience in peer review and negotiation.
Why Work at IDC?
The IDC plays a pivotal role in driving industrial development and economic growth in South Africa. Joining the IDC means contributing to meaningful projects across sectors like green energy, agriculture, and infrastructure.
Application Process
All applications should be submitted through the IDC’s official recruitment platform below: