The purpose of this role can be defined in terms of the following distinct functions:
To provide expertise and training in the different Operations Disciplines required by IDC Operational staff in performance of their due diligence duties (i.e., in the IDC business investment assessment process as well as in the assessment and development of projects in the IDC context).Qualification Minimum qualification: relevant commercial or technical Honours Degree or equivalent qualification.MBA or Master's degree would be an advantage.Experience Minimum of 8-10 years recent and extensive in-service IDC due diligence process experience at least Team Lead level) (Clearance required in officially designated discipline)Significant expertise and practical "on the job" experience in the development of IDC projects as well as executive overview of IDC funded projectsExperience in the process of development assessment panels (DAP's)Experience in peer review processes as it relates to deals/projects Operational Business Learning Strategy Development and Implementation Develop and implement the learning strategy to support operational business requirements by:
Providing subject matter expertise in developing evolving forms of learning approaches in the different disciplines as per evolving business requirementsSupporting delivery of other training requirements and ensuring training delivered supports practical learning methodologiesEvaluating learning and development-related activities tasks performed by trainees and other staff in training to ensure consistent and uniform quality and standards in skills developmentKeeping records of training assessment resultsGood Governance Determine and drive relevant governance assurance measures and applicable general practices are aligned with delivery of trainingParticipate in relevant business forums to enhance learning outputs Due Diligence Monitoring and Management Provide overall management and monitoring of due diligence assessment processes, viz.
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Conduct file reviews in the Development Assessment Process and ensuring timeous feedback to trainees and relevant stakeholdersManage suitable assessment methods and tools used to assess staff competence to participate independently in the IDC due diligence process across the relevant disciplines. Subject Matter Expert Content Development, Delivery, Assessment and Review Review and develop content of new modules to address skills gaps in the relevant disciplines / Operational Divisions. Provide subject matter expertise in developing evolving forms of learning approaches in the different disciplines as per evolving business requirements.Support delivery of other training requirements and ensure training delivered supports practical learning methodologies.Evaluate functions performed by trainees and other staff in training to ensure consistent and uniform quality and standards in skills development.Record keeping of training requirements and delivery, including assessments of learning delivered i.e., marking of pre-and-post – course assignments
Implement and manage suitable assessment methods and tools used to assess the competence of staff to participate independently in the IDC due diligence process across the different disciplines. New Dealmakers Programme Recruitment and Training Support Support the recruitment and training process of new members of IDC operational staff in the IDC New Dealmakers ProgrammeFacilitate and manage training programme/s to support the development of new and existing operational staff to attain competenceConduct file reviews in the Development Assessment Process and ensuring timeous feedback to trainees and relevant stakeholders Cost Control Maintain costs within agreed budgetJob Related Knowledge Subject matter expertise in the IDC disciplinesDiscipline-specific technical knowledge (e.g., engineering, CA, economics)Course design, development and assessment methodologiesJob Related Skills Subject matter expertise in relevant IDC discipline/sStrong administrative abilitiesExcellent report writing skillsExcellent communication skills (Verbal and Written)Negotiating and influencing skillsPresentation skillsAbility to establish and maintain good relationship with training stakeholders, both atSBU's management and trainee levelStrong administrative abilitiesComputer skills (MS Office with Intermediate Excel PowerPoint)MS TeamsProject Management skills