SENIOR TECHNICAL FINANCE SPECIALIST (24 MONTHS FIXED TERM)

Recruiter:

Phaki Personnel

Job Ref:

JHB000335/HRM

Date posted:

Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Location:

Pretoria, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:
ROLE PURPOSE: The role provides seniorâlevel technical finance and investment expertise across the full project lifecycle from deal origination and financial structuring to due diligence, risk management, and portfolio oversight. The incumbent will assess complex financial structures, ensure the catalytic use of grant funding,support pipeline development, and contribute to applied research on job creation, value chains, and the green and informal economy, including the Just Energy Transition.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

A degree (NQF Level 7 or higher) in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Management, Development Finance, or a related field.
Formal training or qualification in project or programmemanagement. 10–15 years’ experience in project finance, corporate finance, structured finance, or investmentanalysis, including appraisal and closing of complex transactions.
Demonstrated experience assessing innovative or nonâstandard financial structures and grantâbased funding mechanisms.
Strong understanding of privateâsector financing, incentives, and risk dynamics.
Proven ability to conduct due diligence, analyse financial statements and models, and exercise sound investment judgment.
5 years of experience at a senior managerial level.

Advantageous Experience and Qualifications:

Post graduate qualifications in Finance,Economics, Accounting, Business Management, Development Finance, or a related field.
CFA, CA(SA), MBA(Finance/Strategy), or equivalent senior professional qualification.
Experience in development finance, impact investing, blended finance, climate finance, or transition finance.
Experience working on green economy, informal economy, or Just Energy Transition–related projects or value chains.
Experience conducting or translating research on value chains, labour absorption, or economic development outcomes.

POSITION INFO:
IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE: You are a senior technical finance professional who combines strong analytical rigour with practical dealâmaking experience. You are comfortable working between public and private sectors, interrogating complex financial structures, and applying an investment lens to realâworld job creation challenges. You bring independence of thought, strong judgment, and a commitment to using public resources catalytically for inclusive growth.

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