CHIEF INVESTMENTS AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICER (CIDO)

Gauteng Partnership Fund; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Le Gauteng Partnership Fund recherche un Chief Investment and Development Officer pour diriger sa stratégie d'investissement et de développement. Ce rôle clé implique la gestion de projets d'infrastructure et de développement durable à Gauteng, avec une responsabilité directe pour l'engagement des investisseurs et la mise en œuvre des projets en conformité avec les priorités provinciales. Les candidats doivent avoir une expertise avérée en leadership stratégique et en mobilisation de capitaux, prête à inspirer un changement positif dans la région.

Qualifications

• Expertise en structuration d'investissement et mobilisation de capitaux.
• Expérience en gestion de projets complexes et en développement d'infrastructure.
• Compétences en leadership d'équipe et gestion des performances.

Responsibilities

• Diriger la stratégie d'investissement et de développement de GPF.
• Gérer l'ensemble du cycle de vie des projets, de la faisabilité à la livraison.
• Assurer l'alignement avec les objectifs provinciaux et nationaux.

Skills

Strategic Leadership

Capital Raising

Risk Management

Stakeholder Management

Project Management

Education

Relevant Master's or MBA

Job description

Lead GPF’s Investment and Development Strategy

The Gauteng Partnership Fund (GPF) is seeking a strategic, technically astute, and visionary professional to fill the role of Chief Investment and Development Officer (CIDO). This executive opportunity is ideal for a leader who is passionate about shaping the future of urban development and infrastructure investment in Gauteng.

As a key member of the Executive Management team, the CIDO will lead GPF’s efforts to unlock inclusive, impactful, and sustainable development projects in line with provincial and national priorities. This is a 5-year fixed-term contract position based in Johannesburg.

Job Purpose

The CIDO will provide strategic leadership and expert guidance in planning, structuring, and delivering GPF’s investment and development portfolio. The role is accountable for overseeing capital raising and capital mobilisation strategies, ensuring project bankability, operational readiness, and funding alignment with provincial and national objectives.

Key Performance Areas

• Investment Structuring & Capital Mobilisation: Secure co-investment through blended finance models, SPVs, and strategic partnerships with DFIs, banks, and private sector players.
• Capital Raising: Develop and execute capital raising strategies including roadshows, investor engagement, and regulatory due diligence.
• Project Development & Implementation: Oversee the entire project lifecycle from feasibility, procurement, and construction to handover.
• Property & Asset Management: Manage leases, acquisitions, and urban regeneration projects.
• Financial Management & Compliance: Ensure alignment with PFMA, budgeting protocols, and effective cost control.
• People & Performance Leadership: Build and lead a high-performing team, fostering talent development, equity, and skills growth.
• Risk & Stakeholder Management: Lead risk mitigation, intergovernmental coordination, and public-private collaboration.