Fluent in Afrikaans, good written communications skills
Excel, PowerPoint and other presentation software skills required
Ability to work autonomously and independently but communicate well consulting with internal stakeholders and management
Ability to build strong and positive relationships with clients/external stakeholders, consultants and advisors
Strong developed problem solving & excellent negotiation and influencing skills
Demonstrated leadership skills with vision, commitment, engagement and results
Highly developed verbal communication skills with ability to communicate at a high level.
Strategic thinker, strong planner committed to deliver results
Manage and prioritise several key tasks at any one time within defined deadlines
High level of professionalism, honesty and integrity
DUTIES
Define and review project goals and constraints & develop strategies for review.
Advises and liaises with all stakeholders & obtain senior management approval for development strategies
Manage preliminary feasibilities, define & evaluate best use options for properties.
Develop design briefs with external consultants to preliminary costing stage.
Negotiates/gain approvals in a timely cost-effective manner, liaise with management ensuring appropriate financial, commercial and legal risks are documented, updated progress, cash flow & project issues as they arise
Prepare funding proposals, liaise with approval authorities, management/relevant parties
Appoints and manages marketing agents
Manages tender process in conjunction with the project QS
Responsible for project design development throughout projects
Ensures compliance with relevant council documentation
Draft all required EXCO material for presentation to relevant parties