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Coordinator: Health and Indigenous Knowledge Systems
Closing Date
2025/02/13
Reference Number
TIA250130-1
Job Title Coordinator: Health and Indigenous Knowledge Systems
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Town / City Pretoria
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Country South Africa
Job Advert Summary
Job Purpose:
The unit’s administrative coordination is effectively carried out to enable effective investment management processes, smooth budgeting processes, timeous knowledge transfer through the correct channels, all of which will ensure a comprehensive and continued support service to internal and external stakeholders.
This position will provide coordinator services between two Business Units – Health and Indigenous Knowledge Systems.
Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) is a talent driven, customer- centric and impact focused organisation. In our endeavour to support technology innovation with socio-economic outcomes; we seek to infuse the organisation with team players that find resonance as value creators, agile thinkers, progressive attitudes, customer-centricity, dynamic work ethic and an optimistic disposition. We aim to harness these attributes in a manner that they culminate into a culture of teamwork, impact and accountability.
In executing its mandate, the organisation provides funding and non-funding support to stimulate innovation so that it provides a catalytic impact to the economy whilst improving people’s lives and protecting the environment. The Agency endeavours to promote the careers of previously disadvantaged persons by applying the principles of the Employment Equity Act, as amended.
Minimum Requirements
Three (3) year (Science or Engineering qualification) or relevant certification (e.g. ICASA SA), Business/Economic/Finance/Management
Three (3) years’ experience in project management and/or administration /financial management
Communication Skills (written & verbal)
Agility in respond to urgent organizational requirements
Project and Investment Management Skills
Advanced computer literacy skills
Analytical and interpretation skills
Financial Management Skills
Knowledge of PFMA and
Administrative Best Practice Frameworks and Models
Duties and Responsibilities
Ensure that the investment/portfolio budgets and expenditure are effectively updated and monitored, so that all people in the unit have updated information with regards to the budget
Draft, capture, track, monitor and report on Unit’s operational budget (Reconciliation with BI System) to the Head.
Ensure that Internal and external customers are aware of units offerings, mandate and keep abreast with the unit’s focus areas
Attend to cases on the CRM system and allocate to the correct Portfolio/Programme Manager within 48 hours. Ensure that progress on cases are updated and resolved appropriately. Report outstanding cases to the relevant Heads and Executives on a weekly basis.
Enable the unit to engage effectively with Stakeholders and client. Arrange workshops with stakeholders as and when required.
Keep a register from all Stakeholders on the impact achieved from TIA investments. (Demographic analysis, Geographic analysis, PDI, Women, Youth)
Perform initial pre-screening evaluations on new applications and issue a feedback report with recommended actions to the Head of the Business Unit for review.
Coordinate and schedule meetings with Internal and External Stakeholders as required, and also ensure all travel arrangements are coordinated, verified and finalized. This includes external experts.
Accompany portfolio/programme managers to on-site meetings to assist with minute taking and follow-up on matters arising.
Ensure proper records management for the Business Unit in compliance with the TIA file plan and records management policy and procedures.
Collate reports of external experts and present to the Portfolio of Programme Manager, or Unit Head as required.
Prepare disbursement packs for sign-off. Ensure that disbursements take place in specified timeframes.
Update investments dashboards with the statement of progress during the Investment review phase
Collect and collate information to compile relevant reports (Coordination and completion of Unit monthly reports)
Fund Principal – Five years Fixed Term Contract
Closing Date
2025/02/11
Reference Number
TIA250128-1
Job Title Fund Principal – Five years Fixed Term Contract
Job Type Classification Contract
Location – Town / City Pretoria
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Country South Africa
Job Advert Summary
TIA is a talent driven, customer- centric and impact focused organisation. In our endeavour to support technology innovation with socio-economic outcomes, we seek to infuse the organisation with team players that find resonance as value creators, agile thinkers, progressive attitudes, customer-centricity, dynamic work ethic and an optimistic disposition. We aim to harness these attributes in a manner that they culminate into a culture of teamwork, impact and accountability.
The Technology Innovation Agency endeavours to promote the careers of previously disadvantaged persons by applying the principles of the Employment Equity Act, as amended.
The Agency reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Reports to position:
The Fund Principal reports to the Chief Executive Officer.
Contract Duration: (Five Years Fixed Term Contract)
Purpose of the Position:
To lead the strategy development, deployment, sourcing, negotiating, and management of TIA’s direct and indirect investments in the Fund of Funds business. To lead the establishment of relevant special purpose vehicles and partnerships with an aim of leveraging funding and creating value at both investee level as well as support the sustainability of TIA. Responsible for the establishment and implementation of relevant system interventionist programmes within the Venture capital space. Responsible for origination, due diligence, execution (including structuring and funding), post-transaction portfolio management and value addition in line with the Agency’s investment strategy.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
Honours Degree in Finance, Engineering, Legal or a related field with a relevant Commerce and Engineering degree.
FAIS RE 05 Certificate or must be obtained within 6 months of employment
Experience
10 -12 Years of relevant investment experience, particularly in fund of funds (multi-manager), within the venture capital/private equity space.
5 – 7 years in a Fund Principal role within a debt or equity fund.
Tangible experience in commercialization funding, including a track record in early-stage funding of pre revenue businesses to revenue making business, including exporting.
Experience in venturing/venture building, small business management or advisory services.
The following will serve as an added advantage
MBA/ M.Com/MSc/CA / CFA and/or any relevant Masters degree (added advantage).
Minimum + FAIS license and accreditation as a key individual within a Fund.
15 years of relevant investment experience, particularly in fund of funds (multi-manager), within the venture capital/private equity space.
Previous experience in the establishment and management of a Venture capital fund.
Experience in venturing, small business management or advisory services, will be advantageous.
Knowledge and Skills
Financial Analysis skills
Financial Modelling
Investment Management
Networking skills
Business analytic and Quantitative skills
Business Development
Structured Finance
Contract law
FAIS compliance
Duties and Responsibilities
Financial Perspective
Conduct relevant market research to assess market opportunities in key strategic sectors.
Evaluating potential investments and structure deals based on financial projections and risk assessment
Responsible for managing a collective Funs Portfolio size of at least R1bil.
Design transactions, including capital and legal structuring and further provide post investment support for successful commercialization and ongoing support including restructuring where necessary for target investments.
Build and manage the investment pipeline through due diligence imperatives.
Effective fund structuring and portfolio management to ensure financial and development objectives of funds under management are achieved.
Conclude funding partnerships by effectively addressing queries and negotiating terms and conditions that are in line with the Fund’s mandate, objectives and capacity.
Development and maintenance of Investment Models, portfolio data and supporting analytics in line with policies and procedures.
Conduct post-investment reviews and negotiate exits to achieve returns in line with strategic objectives.
Stakeholder Management
Build influential relationships, networks and collaborate with internal and external key stakeholders and clients to position TIA as the partner of choice for third party funds and ensure that the TIA’s product offerings and expertise are optimally utilized.
Develop and manage relationships with a wide network of investors and other partners professional advisors, consultants, etc.
Manage and enhance the levels of service and communication to ensure the provision of client service excellence. Oversee project management including review and project reporting, pre-approval, on-going progress reporting and close out.
Identify existing funds and instruments in the ecosystem and partner to complement existing efforts.
Develop strategies to attract private capital (co-funding) to co-invest in early technological opportunities.
Continuously research and analyse the venture capital eco-system in search of new opportunities.
Internal Processes
Develop the business case and strategy for the establishment of a Fund of Fund unit within TIA.
Seek the necessary Board, Shareholder and regulatory approvals for the implementation of the strategy.
Implement approved strategy towards the establishment of relevant special purpose vehicles in TIA.
Develop and implement investment strategy and philosophy, fund mandate, deal origination strategy and project development strategy.
Lead an effective asset allocation framework.
Coordinate the composition and the functioning of the Fund Investment committee for Portfolio management and monitoring.
Formulate relevant frameworks, policies and procedures that enable the achievement of the organisation strategy.
Lead and manage the whole investment process from deal sourcing through to disbursement. Manage and monitor portfolio of investments.
Proactively identify investment partners and opportunities.
Be able to assist fund managers and investments to develop a pragmatic, operationally grounded, clear strategy and plan to maximize sustainable, profitable growth.
Identification of Key risks facing the portfolio and implement mitigating strategies / policies.
Regular reporting to internal and external stakeholders on the portfolio of the third – party funds and associated stakeholder engagement / management.
Learning & Growth
Develop implementation framework for management of the new / emerging fund manager programme.
Engage relevant partners for the expansion of support to the programme.
Deal sourcing (new fund managers) through relevant call process.
Undertake necessary due diligence and submit for approval relevant fund managers to be supported within the programme.
Undertake necessary post investment including mentoring and support to emerging fund managers.
Provide support in the fund raise and fund establishment to emerging VC funds.
Conduct impact assessments to evaluate effectiveness of the various funds under management / fund portfolio.
Review the design of the programme to assess and improve effectiveness of the design, implementation and the impact.
Ensure the Business unit’s set targets and objectives are met.
Review performance against agreed performance standards and implement corrective measures where required.
Business Development Manager
Closing Date
2025/01/31
Reference Number
TIA241210-1
Job Title Business Development Manager
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Town / City Pretoria
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Country South Africa
Job Advert Summary
Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) is a talent driven, customer- centric and impact focused organisation. In our endeavour to support technology innovation with socio-economic outcomes; we seek to infuse the organisation with team players that find resonance as value creators, agile thinkers, progressive attitudes, customer-centricity, dynamic work ethic and an optimistic disposition. We aim to harness these attributes in a manner that they culminate into a culture of teamwork, impact and accountability.
In executing its mandate, the organisation provides funding and non-funding support to stimulate innovation so that it provides a catalytic impact to the economy whilst improving people’s lives and protecting the environment. The Agency endeavours to promote the careers of previously disadvantaged persons by applying the principles of the Employment Equity Act, as amended.
Job Purpose: To grow the TIA business through sound market intelligence, establishment and leveraging of high-yielding funding, industry and market partnerships and initiatives investment opportunities and a visible profile for the organization nationally and internationally.
Minimum Requirements
Minimum Requirements:
Degree in Science/Engineering/Technology, Commercial and/or Business related qualification or equivalent.
Honours Degree in Science/Engineering/Technology, Commercial and/or Business related or Master’s will be an added advantage
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in business development in any industry., more that 5 years will be ideal
Experience and Understating of the Funding industry and landscape
Sound understanding of PFMA and public service processes.
Communication skills, salesmanship / deal making.
Knowledge of Technology innovation trends in various critical industry sectors.
Knowledge of policy and strategy development.
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties:
Prepare business area budget and forecast based on operational requirements.
Seek additional investment income and diversify revenue for TIA through the development and exploitation of new opportunities.
Develop a business growth initiatives strategy for TIA.
Successfully establish new business relationships in support of business growth through partnerships.
Maintain personal and professional networks and participate in professional organisations in the NSI space in order to grow the business by leveraging established networks.
Identify investment, pre-commercialisation and innovation enabling trends by researching industry and related events, publications and announcements.
Develop negotiating strategies and positions for TIA by studying integration of new partnerships with company strategies and operations; examining the risks and potential.
Scout and identify high-yielding partnership opportunities, develop Business Cases, develop and manage plans to leverage the opportunities.
Establish a Stakeholder Management Plan to integrate opportunities for increased leverage by internal Business Units.
Leads the participation and presentation of TIA at investment conferences and roundtable discussions.
Graphic Designer
Closing Date
2025/01/31
Reference Number
TIA250116-1
Job Title Graphic Designer
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Town / City Pretoria
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Country South Africa
Job Advert Summary
TIA is a talent driven, customer- centric and impact focused organisation. In our endeavour to support technology innovation with socio-economic outcomes, we seek to infuse the organisation with team players that find resonance as value creators, agile thinkers, progressive attitudes, customer-centricity, dynamic work ethic and an optimistic disposition. We aim to harness these attributes in a manner that they culminate into a culture of teamwork, impact and accountability. The Technology Innovation Agency endeavours to promote the careers of previously disadvantaged persons by applying the principles of the Employment Equity Act, as amended.
The Agency reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Purpose of the Position:
To develop, design and drive graphic and digital designs across the organisation from concept to implementation based on the overall layout and production brief. The successful incumbent must be able to digitise designs.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
Recognised NQF (Level 5) qualification in Graphic Design.
Degree advantageous
Experience
Four (4) years’ experience in graphic design
Digital design experience is a must
Experience in using design software such as Adobe Creative Suite Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
Additional digital knowledge (social media, HTML knowledge) – advantageous
Good understanding of design principles, typography, and color theory.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines consistently.
Duties and Responsibilities
Internal Processes
Act as brand custodian to ensure all material is aligned to Corporate Identity (CI) guidelines and continuously provide constructive suggestions to improve.
Bringing the brief and concept to life based on the client’s needs and vision.
Be responsible for conceptualisation and implementation of design material from concept to completion, including but not limited to marketing materials such as brochures, banners, presentations, print ads, posters, social media material, digital and online materials, newsletters, training manuals, emailers etc,
Create digital design assets for web, mobile apps, ad campaigns and social media platforms
Source printing quotations and see all processes through to distribution if required.
Ensuring all artwork is correct and supplied in the right format/sizes/colour codes before being sent to press/production.
Knowledge of creating and posting content on social media.
Continuous research skills to keep abreast of web trends and international design practices.
Liaise with printers to ensure correct format where necessary.
Preparing mock-ups and presenting to clients before deciding on a final design/concept.
Making sure artwork is correct and supplied in the right format/sizes/colour codes before being sent to press and production facilities.
Maintain records in accordance with records management policy.
Liaise with internal clients, imagery companies, agencies, production, facility, and reproduction houses.
Collaborate with the marketing team to brainstorm and execute creative ideas that align with brand guidelines and objectives.
Stakeholder Relationship
Liaise with internal clients, imagery companies, agencies, production, facility, and reproduction houses.
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