Economic Development Administrator Renewable Energy

Copper Quail; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A market-leading renewable energy company in Cape Town is seeking an administrative professional to support project administration and stakeholder engagements. The ideal candidate will have an NQF Level 5 or 6 qualification, with strong admin and reporting skills. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to South Africa’s energy transition while ensuring compliance and community impact. A genuine passion for development and attention to detail are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• NQF Level 5 or 6 qualification.
• Strong administrative and document management skills.
• Understanding of South Africa’s socio-economic and regulatory landscape.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Genuine passion for development and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Support project administration and stakeholder engagements.
• Handle quarterly ED reporting and IPPO submissions.
• Track budgets and process invoices.
• Assist with ED audits and B-BBEE verification.
• Maintain accurate records and service provider documentation.

Skills

Strong admin

Document management

Reporting skills

Understanding of socio-economic landscape

Education

NQF Level 5 or 6 qualification

Job description

We’re recruiting for a market-leading renewable energy company that is powering South Africa’s energy transition while delivering real, measurable socio-economic impact. Known for its industry-leading culture, purpose-driven people, and long‑term project pipeline, this is a business where development, compliance, and community impact truly matter.

You’ll support:

• SED & ED project administration and stakeholder engagements
• Quarterly ED reporting and IPPO submissions
• Budget tracking, invoice processing & beneficiary payments
• ED audits and B‑BBEE verification support
• Maintaining accurate ED records, reports & service provider documentation

You bring:

• NQF Level 5 or 6 qualification
• Strong admin, document management & reporting skills
• Understanding of SA’s socio‑economic and regulatory landscape
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• A genuine passion for development, compliance and impact‑driven work