Programme Manager: Planning & Development

PROGRAMME MANAGER: PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT

An excellent opportunity exists for an experienced professional to fulfill the role of: Programme Manager: Planning & Development, in KZN. The appointee will render support to the GM: Technical Services in identifying new business opportunities, undertaking planning, compiling and evaluating business plans by using sound judgement, initiative and technical expertise.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Planning and development of new business.
• Identifying and evaluating expansion opportunities.
• High level planning of potential water and related services projects.
• Preparing business plans, project proposals and funding applications.
• Progress reporting and team leadership.
• Oversight and management of projects that are in the planning stage.
• Ensure that all bid processes are followed in terms of the appointment of service providers.
• Ensuring GIS and related resources are maintained.
• Conduct Risk assessments and contingency planning.
• Asset management.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 7) in CivilEngineering (BSc. Or BEng)with a minimum of seven year’s relevant experience or aBachelor of Technology (NQF level 6) inCivil Engineering with a minimum of ten years relevant experience.
• Registration with ECSA as Professional Engineer or Professional Technologist is required.
• Water engineering in a project or planning environment will be preferred.
• Proficiency in the simultaneous planning of large and small engineering projects.
• Sound knowledge of public sector procurement processes and applicable legislation is required.
• Well-developed skills in management, negotiation and conflict resolution.
• Knowledge of potable and wastewater treatment and asset management
• Computer literacy in MS Office, MS Projects, and GIS.

• Excellent report writing skills.
• Valid Driver’s licence.

Applications for the above position, including a comprehensive curriculum vitae, copies of qualifications, proof of identification, driver’s license and details of recent contactable referees, must be sent Bongani Muthwa at <--------Please upload your CV here--------

Qualifying Coloured and White persons are encouraged to apply.