Head - Independent Power Producers Office

About IPPO:

• The IPP Office is a programme office that provides independent
  and transparent procurement management, contract management and professional advisory services to the DMRE.
• The Office?s mandate is derived from the capacity allocated to renewable and non-renewable generation in the Integrated Resource
  Plan (IRP), which together with the associated Ministerial Determinations, set the pace and direction of the roll out of the
  IPPPP. The IPPPP activities continue to evolve to effectively respond to the planning and development needs in the current
  energy context.

Function of the position:

The Head of IPPO reports to the Director General of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE), with support from the CEO of the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) as per the MoU. The Head is responsible for leading the IPPO in achieving its strategic, tactical, and operational goals related to the Independent Power Producers Procurement Programme (IPPPP). This includes overseeing strategic direction, stakeholder and financial management, ethical governance, operational and people management, and ensuring the developmental impact of the IPPO.

Key Activities:

Strategic Direction:

• Review past objectives and set new goals for the next decade, to be approved by the JIC.
• Develop 5-10 year strategies aligned with the IPPPP and energy sector priorities.
• Create innovative strategies and business plans in line with the DMRE?s medium-term energy development plan.
• Develop and submit the IPPO Corporate Plan, including execution plans, policies, and procedures for approval by the JIC and Shareholder.

Stakeholder Management:

• Manage complex stakeholder relationships with key entities like the DMRE, MoE, JIC, National Treasury, DBSA, and IPPO employees.
  Expand IPPO?s influence and impact in the IPPPP within the country.
  Foster stakeholder engagement to ensure a broader understanding of the IPPO?s developmental mandate beyond financial returns.

Financial Management:

• Ensure financial growth, sustainability, and development impact.
• Lead the formulation of business plans, annual budgets, and track progress.
• Oversee financial reporting, supported by the CFO, and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
• Ensure strong internal controls and implement best financial practices.

Ethical Governance:

• Uphold good governance principles to protect IPPO?s integrity.
• Promote ethical decision-making and build a culture of trust and collaboration.

Operational and People Management:

• Transition IPPO to meet strategic goals and future needs.
• Maintain a strong performance culture and improve organizational capabilities.
• Provide leadership to ensure successful strategy execution.
• Attract and develop talent, ensure succession planning, and support diversity.
• Promote IPPO values and high performance through effective performance management aligned with strategic objectives.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Strategy Implementation & Delivery: Oversee the implementation of strategies and achieve the strategic outcomes related to the Independent Power Producers Procurement Programme (IPPPP), as approved by the Joint Implementation Committee (JIC).

• Stakeholder Management & Benefits: Develop and execute a comprehensive stakeholder management strategy, demonstrating both financial and non-financial benefits to the IPPO.

• Financial KPIs:

  • Achieve growth in the balance sheet.
  • Ensure the approval of high-value projects.

• Operational Efficiency KPIs:

  • Manage the performance of the executive and management team effectively.
  • Optimize resource utilization by reorganizing to maximize efficiency.
  • Foster a strong performance culture within the organization.

• Governance & Ethical Standards: Uphold good governance principles and promote ethical behavior throughout the organization.

Minimum Requirements:

• Educational Qualifications: A degree in Engineering (e.g., Electrical Engineering) and/or Finance (e.g., CA(SA)), along with a relevant postgraduate degree (e.g., Master's in Engineering or MBA).
• Experience: At least 12 years of relevant experience in the energy management sector, with a minimum of 5 years as an executive in a medium-sized enterprise (e.g., CEO) or a division executive in a large enterprise.
• Track Record: Proven success in energy management within South Africa, with a strong career history of achievements in medium/large enterprises.
• Skills: Well-developed financial and quantitative skills, along with a deep understanding of the energy sector.
• Leadership: Demonstrated leadership abilities, including emotional intelligence and ethics, to effectively lead both within and outside the IPPO.
• Team Management: Proven experience managing a large, cross-functional team of executives and senior managers.
• Change Management: Strong track record in driving business transformation and managing change.
• Corporate Governance: Commitment to good corporate governance, with evidence of adherence to frameworks such as King IV, the Companies Act, and PFMA.
• Knowledge of Regulations: In-depth understanding of government structures, compliance requirements, and energy-related policies.
• Passion and Commercial Acumen: A demonstrated passion for energy management, balanced with strong commercial insights to support both development and sustainability goals.

Leadership Traits:

• Leading & Empowering Others
• Leading & Managing Change
• Strategic & Innovative Thinking
• Teamwork, Cooperation & Developing Others
• Driving delivery of results
• Decisiveness

Technical Competencies:

• Business Acumen
• Strategic Planning
• Financial Acumen
• Presentation Skills

If you are passionate, energetic leader with a dynamic track record in Programme Management and you meet the above requirements, apply for this pivotal position asap!