Economic Development/BEE Analyst- Renewable Energy

SET; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Aid Contribution

Provident Fund Contribution

Performance Bonuses

Job summary

SET, an international renewable energy developer and operator, seeks an ED/BEE Analyst in Gqeberha to support the delivery and monitoring of ED and B-BBEE obligations across renewable projects. This role focuses on data collection, analysis, and governance to drive compliant performance.

Reporting to the Strategy Specialist, you will engage contractors, prepare governance packs and reports, and help implement ED/BEE strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Law or a related field.
• 1-3 years' relevant experience in B-BBEE Consulting, a SANAS Verification Agency, Economic Development or a similar environment.
• Experience within the renewable energy sector is essential/preferred.
• Working knowledge of B-BBEE legislation, Codes of Good Practice and relevant Sector Charters.
• Strong analytical, numerical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and report-writing skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, with proficiency in Word and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Power BI and/or data systems will be advantageous.
• Experience with ED/BEE software such as Trimax, Mantis, BEE123 or Traxx will be highly advantageous.
• Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Collect, analyse and validate ED/BEE compliance data covering ownership, management control, employment equity, skills development, enterprise and supplier development.
• Monitor project-specific Economic Development obligations and identify reporting gaps or deviations.
• Engage with material contractors to gather information and support ED assessments.
• Assist contractors with data collection, governance and compliance requirements.
• Support the implementation of strategies to improve contractor ED/BEE scorecard performance.
• Maintain accurate and well-organised compliance records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with the development and implementation of ED/BEE strategies and action plans.
• Prepare reports, presentations, business cases and governance packs for senior management, project boards and shareholder forums.
• Research relevant legislation, policy developments, industry trends and market intelligence.
• Support assessments of commercial transactions, bids, acquisitions and new projects from an ED/BEE perspective.
• Identify emerging compliance risks, opportunities and areas for value creation.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of ED/BEE reporting processes and systems.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Numerical skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Report writing

Stakeholder engagement

Excel

Power BI

Education

Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Law or related field

Tools

Trimax

Mantis

BEE123

Traxx

Job description

Introduction

International Renewable Energy developer and operator.

Description

ED/BEE Analyst

Gqeberha/ Port Elizabeth

About the Role

Our client is looking for an ED/BEE Analyst to support the delivery and monitoring of Economic Development (ED) and B-BBEE obligations across a portfolio of renewable energy projects.

Reporting to the ED/BEE Strategy Specialist, this role is suited to an analytical and detail-oriented professional with experience in B-BBEE consulting, SANAS verification, Economic Development, or renewable energy compliance.

You will play an important role in collecting and analysing compliance data, supporting contractor engagement, preparing reports and governance packs, and identifying opportunities to strengthen ED/BEE performance across projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, analyse and validate ED/BEE compliance data covering ownership, management control, employment equity, skills development, enterprise and supplier development.

• Monitor project-specific Economic Development obligations and identify reporting gaps or deviations.

• Engage with material contractors to gather information and support ED assessments.

• Assist contractors with data collection, governance and compliance requirements.

• Support the implementation of strategies to improve contractor ED/BEE scorecard performance.

• Maintain accurate and well-organised compliance records and supporting documentation.

• Assist with the development and implementation of ED/BEE strategies and action plans.

• Prepare reports, presentations, business cases and governance packs for senior management, project boards and shareholder forums.

• Research relevant legislation, policy developments, industry trends and market intelligence.

• Support assessments of commercial transactions, bids, acquisitions and new projects from an ED/BEE perspective.

• Identify emerging compliance risks, opportunities and areas for value creation.

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of ED/BEE reporting processes and systems.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Law or a related field.

• 1-3 years' relevant experience in B-BBEE Consulting, a SANAS Verification Agency, Economic Development or a similar environment.

• Experience within the renewable energy sector is essential/preferred.

• Working knowledge of B-BBEE legislation, Codes of Good Practice and relevant Sector Charters.

• Strong analytical, numerical and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent attention to detail and report-writing skills.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, with proficiency in Word and PowerPoint.

• Experience with Power BI and/or data systems will be advantageous.

• Experience with ED/BEE software such as Trimax, Mantis, BEE123 or Traxx will be highly advantageous.

• Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel.

The Ideal Candidate

You will be a data-driven and commercially minded ED/BEE professional who can translate complex compliance requirements into clear insights and practical recommendations. Strong research, communication and stakeholder engagement skills are essential, as you will work closely with contractors, project teams and senior stakeholders.

If you have 1-3 years of relevant ED/BEE experience and want to build your career within the renewable energy sector, we would like to hear from you.

We offer

Annual CTC included Medical Aid Contribution, Provident Fund Contribution, Performance Bonuses