Job Description

The Commercial Services Unit Head is accountable to the Executive Manager: Operations, of the Coega Development Corporation (Pty) Ltd.



MANDATE

The position requires a creative individual with strong communication skills, both written and verbal, an inspiring work ethic, strong negotiation and management skills with a readiness to be part of a collective. The ability to work in cross-functional teams and deal with a complex environment is critical to the ability to perform.



DESCRIPTION


KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY


Conceptualise, develop and implement negotiation strategies for potential CDC SEZ investors & CDC Commercial projects; Lead or oversee all SEZ negotiations of the CDC, in particular projects of significant complexity and size whereby negotiations are held with senior level counter parties; Together with CDC Legal and CDC Operations divisions, develop and oversee management of SEZ Investor contracts between the CDC and Investors; Develop and enhance the capabilities of the Commercial unit; Ensure adequate on the job training of the Commercial Unit including mentoring, performance management, etc; Commercialise the various services the CDC proposes to render to investors/ tenants in the SEZ; Assist Project Owners develop business models that allow each service to be rendered on a commercial basis and to the extent necessary, commercialise the service renderings; Maintain key relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external; Be able to stand in as Acting Business Development Executive Manager should such Executive be absent and require such services.

Furthermore, you are to ensure that:


You are aware of and have access to the CDC's SHEMS; You are aware of your responsibilities and duties as laid out in the CDC's SHEMS; You are aware that you work in a safe and environmentally friendly manner; You ensure that the company's housekeeping standards are maintained throughout your area of responsibility; You report any unsafe conditions or acts which you cannot rectify yourself to your SHE representative or to the Senior SHE Project Manager as soon as possible; You report all SHE incidents which occur within your area of responsibility promptly and in the correct format; You are totally familiar with your responsibilities in terms of the CDC's emergency plan; You communicate to the Senior SHE Project Manager any required changes to the SHEMS prior to implementing these changes; You timeously complete and correctly record any corrective action which needs to be taken in order to rectify a SHE matter; You give full co-operation to, and participate in (as required), the CDC's internal and external SHEMS audits.

You have the authority to:


Immediately stop any person(s) on CDC property from committing an unsafe or destructive act or omission; Take whatever immediate steps you deem necessary to prevent injury or environmental damage when confronted with an unsafe or destructive condition.

Additionally ensure that:

During your period of employment and subsequent thereto, you shall keep confidential and shall not make use of, directly or indirectly, and shall not disclose any of the CDC's trade secrets or confidential information or those of its subsidiary or associate companies or those of other persons who have made disclosures to the CDC under conditions of confidentiality, other than to persons authorised by the CDC or those employed by the CDC who are required to know such secrets or to have such information for the purpose of their employment with the CDC. You shall not, without the written permission of the CEO, be directly or indirectly employed for gain in any business or pursuit other than that of the CDC. Such permission will be granted only if the CEO is satisfied that the activity is not in conflict with the CDC's interests, and that the Employee's ability to fulfil his/her duties to the CEO satisfaction will not be impaired. It is conditional that you and/or no immediate relative or member of my household be employed by an organisation in direct competition with the CDC, without the CDC's written approval. The CDC reserves the right to enquire as to the place of employment of my spouse or any member of my household. You will abide by the CDC Code of Conduct and Ethics Policy which seeks to codify the expected ethical behavior from me, to meet the ideal of good corporate governance.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE







B-Com or Honours Degree in Finance, Economics or Actuarial Science, or equivalent; MBA is advantageous; At least ten (10) years of working experience as a Senior Manager; in commercial negotiation and deal making environment with legal acumen. A combination of the two will be an advantage; Extensive experience in leading commercial negotiations; financial modelling In depth understanding of capital and complex projects; Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act, Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act and King Code on Corporate Governance and strategic management of the Commercial Unit; Knowledge of the IDZ and the legislations governing it; Sound knowledge of Corporate Governance; Experience in commercial/ business environment; A good knowledge of public sector environment; High level of confidence required and an aspiring work ethic; Excellent communication and problem solving skills; Performance driven, strategic thinker, and an effective team player; Advanced report writing and communication skills; Strong managerial abilities;

PERFORMANCE INDICATORS


Performance is monitored regularly by the EM OPERATIONS, with reference to Key Performance Indicators and Strategic Control Systems

Closing date: 4 March 2025

CDC is an employment equity employer and placement will be in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan.

The appointment of candidates is subject to the verification of all their credentials (employment history, educational, financial, criminal and any other checks as may be necessary). Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and if you have not heard from us within one month of submitting your application, please consider it unsuccessful.

CDC reserves the right not to make an appointment to any advertised position. No late applications will be considered.

All applications must be forwarded to uhcs

recruitment@coega.co.za

LOCATION: Gqeberha - Head Office


EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT


GRADE: D4