Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) is a talent driven, customer- centric and impact focused organisation. In our endeavour to support technology innovation with socio-economic outcomes; we seek to infuse the organisation with team players that find resonance as value creators, agile thinkers, progressive attitudes, customer-centricity, dynamic work ethic and an optimistic disposition. We aim to harness these attributes in a manner that they culminate into a culture of teamwork, impact and accountability.
\nIn executing its mandate, the organisation provides funding and non-funding support to stimulate innovation so that it provides a catalytic impact to the economy whilst improving people\u2019s lives and protecting the environment.<\/p>\n
The Agency endeavours to promote the careers of previously disadvantaged persons by applying the principles of the Employment Equity Act, as amended. The Agency reserves the right not to make an appointment.<\/p>\n
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Job Title: Portfolio Manager: Commercialisation (IB)<\/strong> Job Summary:<\/strong> Duties\/Outputs:<\/strong> Stakeholder Relations Plan:<\/strong> Internal Processes:<\/strong> Governance and Compliance:<\/strong>
\nLocation:<\/strong> Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
\nReference #:<\/strong> TIA\/02\/08\/2021
\nContract Type:<\/strong> Permanent
\nSalary:<\/strong> Market Related<\/p>\n
\nTo support the business unit in assisting impactful technology innovations to be taken up in the market, in line with the division\u2019s strategy.<\/p>\n
\nFinancial:<\/strong>
\n\u2022Perform commercial due diligence on applications selected for funding assessment
\n\u2022Assist the business unit to develop divisional budgets and forecasts for EXCO and Board approval
\n\u2022Monitor and track financial performance against budget (operations and projects)
\n\u2022Manage and monitor the timeous disbursement of funding to ensure optimal operation of technology and innovation projects
\n\u2022New funding opportunities are identified, and additional income was raised from third party investors
\n\u2022Assist in managing investments at TRL 7 and higher.
\n\u2022Assist investees in developing commercialization plans and securing funding.
\n\u2022Managing exits of mature TIA investments at TRL7 and higher
\n\u2022Conduct market analysis in support of business unit\u2019s portfolio management.
\n\u2022Manage repayment obligations that projects have to TIA (Equity and royalties, investments and loans
\n\u2022Monitor the usage of disbursed funds on monthly basis
\n\u2022Analyse the Annual Financial Statements of beneficiaries<\/p>\n
\n\u2022Provide input into the formulation of a Stakeholder relationship strategy specific to the business unit
\n\u2022In collaboration with the Marketing and Communications unit, ensure credible success stories are published
\n\u2022An effective eco-system is built around the portfolio including key stakeholder relations
\n\u2022Participate in events, meetings, workshops and conferences by giving input, avail skill, competency and expertise.
\n\u2022Participation should result in positive input, impact and giving direction in the NSI
\n\u2022Initiate and participate in thought leadership activities<\/p>\n
\n\u2022Adherence to all relevant policies and frameworks is maintained
\n\u2022Compliance to all TIA systems (fund management, performance management, human resources, finance, stakeholder information, etc.) is maintained
\n\u2022All portfolio audit matters are resolved
\n\u2022Agreed turnaround times on key business processes are achieved
\n\u2022Project information is accurately and completely recorded on the fund management system
\n\u2022Ensure timeous and accurate reporting as per requirements
\n\u2022Assist applicants with building a fundable opportunity and to assess Investment opportunities
\n\u2022Provides support and assistance to projects to achieve their milestones
\n\u2022Pro-active identification of project risks and portfolio opportunities, together with project teams
\n\u2022Perform due diligence with a focus on financial as well as the technical aspects of TIA projects and programs
\n\u2022All aspects of the project life cycle from sourcing to exit are efficiently managed
\n\u2022Facilitate Commercialisation of TIA projects\/investments
\n\u2022Build a pipeline of investment opportunities for the business unit
\n\u2022Perform client-centric and value adding project management of TIA projects\/investments<\/p>\n
\n\u2022Ensure compliance with Legislation, e.g. PFMA and National Treasury Guidelines;
\n\u2022Ensure compliance to all relevant accounting Standards, Policies and Frameworks; and
\n\u2022Ensure Compliance with TIA Standard Operating Procedures
\n\u2022Proactively identify continual improvement strategies
\n\u2022Monitor quality and performance initiatives ensuring that they are aligned to the business process and delivered as agreed.<\/p>\n