Policy Specialist: JET IP Office

Synopsis

In November 2023 Cabinet approved the Just Energy Transition Implementation Plan (JET-IP) which included chapters dedicated to green hydrogen (GH2) and New Energy Vehicles (NEVs). The IDC is tasked with setting up the GH2 and NEV JET-IP Programme Management Offices, which include a policy specialist (hereafter referred to as the "specialist"). The specialist will support the JET-IP Programmes in the IDC.

The specialist will coordinate the Programme Management Offices' policy-related activities to define, develop and ensure relevant policies are in place to support the development of the GH2 and NEV industries.

Job Description

Financial Shareholder Returns

• Compile budgets as required and track expenditure.

Internal /Operational Processes

• Research and analyse existing policies and legislation to identify areas for improvement orrevision.
• Coordinate with stakeholders, including government and the private sector, to gatherinput and build consensus around policy initiatives.
• Evaluate the potential impacts of proposed policies, including economic, social, andenvironmental effects, using quantitative and qualitative methods.
• Develop a policy and regulatory action plan for changes to policy and regulations to alignto the GH2 and NEV implementation plans.
• Monitor the progress of the policy and regulatory action plan with both internal andexternal stakeholders.
• Systematically and proactively apprise key counterparts on important policies, strategiesand relevant operations and identify new areas for collaboration and dialogue betweenIDC and counterparts.
• Monitor local and international GH2, NEV and related regulations and policies and any changes to such and advise the Programme Director on implications to the JET-IP GH2 and NEV Portfolios.
• Engage in policy dialogue and awareness raising, working closely with Marketing and Communications counterparts and the JET PMU in the Presidency to ensure that policy development work effectively reaches key stakeholders from government, private sector associations, industry bodies, academia and media.
• Represent the IDC and the JET-IP GH2 and NEV interest in policy discussions, advocacy and public forums.
• Develop and maintain policy and regulatory databases, records, and documentation, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of information.
• Work closely with the Head of R&I to develop appropriate policy and regulatory recommendations.

Learning, Leadership & People Growth

• Participate in knowledge sharing in the team and cross functional knowledge sharing.
• Coaching and mentoring of team members.

Qualification and Experience

Formal qualifications

• Minimum qualification: Relevant Honour' degree in Political Science, International Relations, Public Affairs, Public Policy, Competition Economics, Law, or related fields
• Master's Degree would be an advantage.

Knowledge And Experience Requirements

• 5 to 8 years of demonstrable experience in policy and regulatory development, with emphasis on the energy and automotive value chains and working at or with related government departments.
• Deep understanding of the policy landscape in South Africa with a focus on the just transition to green energy
• Understanding of International Trade and Regulations
• Demonstrable ability of writing policies and regulations, in addition to coordinating task teams for policy development
• Demonstrated ability to conduct policy analysis employing quantitative and qualitative analysis techniques
• Demonstrated ability to draft compelling, legally-sound, actionable policy guidelines
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex policy issues to diverse audiences
• Strong customer focus and ability to engage effectively with senior officials of corporate and governments
• Experience working in a high-level collaborative and culturally diverse environment
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities while building effective relationships.

Roles and Responsibilities

Technical/Functional Competencies

• Excellent knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations
• Excellent research, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with project management principles and practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
• Strong report writing and presentation preparation skills

Leadership Competencies

• Proactive and self-driven
• Strategic thinking
• Teamwork
• Communication and engagement
• Influence
• Change leadership

Behavioural Competencies

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Commitment to ethical conduct and integrity.

IDC is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of the JDC and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but not limited to candidates from underrepresented designated groups.

Job Reference: IDC00632