Qualification and Experience

Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, business, or a related field. Master's or Ph.D. preferred but MBA is a strong preference.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in developing and executing strategies / strategic action plans within a technical and financing environment.
Minimum of 10 years' experience in the mining or related sector with notable experience on processing and beneficiation projects
Minimum of 15 years' experience working on mega projects including project development, business case development, project planning, project execution, monitoring and project controls.
Proficiency in developing detailed financial models for investment analysis.
Strong leadership skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the public and private sectors.
Excellent strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex technical and market information into actionable insights and recommendations.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
Strong understanding of the regulatory and policy landscape in South Africa, and the ability to navigate and influence these factors to drive the growth and competitiveness of the mining value chain.
Excellent networks in both the public and private sectors
Experience in working with government departments with the aim of driving regulatory and policy changes.
Knowledge of financing and financial instruments of mega projects and experience in working on project financing with different financial institutions

Roles and Responsibilities

Develop a comprehensive project execution plan for the execution of the Mining Game Plan.
Monitor the implementation of the execution plan.
Liaise with government stakeholders on mineral policy, bi and multi-lateral agreements and other beneficiation enabling policy for the growth and competitiveness of the value chain.
Facilitate the sourcing / crowding in of funding from various sources.
Lead the identification of potential investment opportunities or project development.
Recommend and engage with potential strategic partners, both local and foreign, in critical components of the value chain these could include investors and funders; technology developers; OEMs, manufacturers; project sponsors and investors.
Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including private sector companies (in South Africa and the rest of the world), government agencies, industry associations, research institutions, to ensure alignment and collaboration across the value chain. This will include close co-operation and collaboration with the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition will be required.
Advise internal teams in the development of business cases and the evaluation of investment opportunities in mining-related projects, businesses and initiatives.
Provide thought leadership and industry insights on emerging trends and technologies in the hydrogen value chain and use this knowledge to inform strategic decision-making.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to identify and address regulatory and policy.