SENIOR TECHNICAL FINANCE SPECIALIST (JOBS FUND) REFFE NO:
G04/2026

Term: 24 months fixed-term contract

Role Purpose: The role provides senior-level 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.

SALARY : R1 494 900 per annum (Level 14), (all-inclusive), PSR 44 will apply to
candidates appointed in the Salary Level.

CENTRE : Jobs Fund | GTAC | Pretoria

MY.NSFAS APPLICATION

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 programme management. 10–15 years’
experience in project finance, corporate finance, structured finance, or
investment analysis, including appraisal and closing of complex transactions.

Demonstrated experience assessing innovative or non-standard financial
structures and grant-based funding mechanisms. Strong understanding of
private-sector 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. Ideal Candidate Profile: You are a senior technical
finance professional who combines strong analytical rigour with practical
deal-making experience. You are comfortable working between public and
private sectors, interrogating complex financial structures, and applying an
investment lens to real-world job creation challenges. You bring independence
of thought, strong judgment, and a commitment to using public resources
catalytically for inclusive growth.

DUTIES :

Originate and develop a pipeline of high-impact, employment-focused
investment opportunities in partnership with private sector firms,
intermediaries, developers, and ecosystem partners. Analyse, structure, and
assess complex financial instruments and funding models, including blended
finance, debt structures, outcome-based financing, and performance-linked
grants.

Conduct rigorous financial, commercial, and operational due diligence
on project applications, including assessment of financial additionality,
sustainability, and execution risk. Identify and analyse financial, market,
governance, and performance risks arising from different project structures,
and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies. Lead and quality-assure
appraisal reports and funding recommendations submitted to Technical
Evaluation and Investment Committees. Provide technical oversight of
high-risk or complex projects within the Jobs Fund portfolio and support
remedial action where performance challenges arise.

Conduct independent applied research on job creation opportunities, priority value chains, the informal economy, and green and Just Energy Transition–related sectors, translating insights into funding and strategy inputs. Present financial, risk, and research findings clearly to internal decision-makers and external
stakeholders. Coach, mentor, and technically support junior staff, building
institutional capability in financial appraisal, risk analysis, and innovative
finance. Represent the Jobs Fund in relevant stakeholder engagements,
market forums, and learning platforms.

ENQUIRIES : Kaizer Malakoane at 066 250 7072 or kaizer.malakoane@gtac.gov.za

NOTE :

The Jobs Fund is recruiting a Senior Technical Finance Specialist to strengthen
its capacity to originate, structure, appraise, and oversee innovative,
employment-generating projects that leverage public finance to unlock private
investment. This is a senior specialist role suited to an experienced finance
professional with strong private-sector exposure and a deep understanding of
development, impact, and transition finance