SayPro Programme Management Strategic Industrial Bio-Innovation Programme (SIIP) —

Job Advert Summary Job Purpose: To oversee the implementation of the Strategic Industrial Bio-Innovation Programme (SIIP) by planning, monitoring, evaluating and reporting the progress against milestones on a regular basis. 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. In 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’s lives and protecting the environment. 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 Minimum Requirements Qualification: 4 years Degree in Biotechnology/ Science/ or Engineering. Possession of a Project Management Certificate would be an added advantage Experience: 3 years’ technology innovation experience 2 years’ experience in a commercial or portfolio management context 2 – 4 years’ experience in Project Management and/or management of Programmes in financial and non-financial trends for technology development and investment support; enterprise development and stakeholder relationship management. Duties and Responsibilities Programme Planning, Management and Reporting Facilitate the scoping of the new project(s) in collaboration with the DSI and other key stakeholders. Draw up a Work Plan and issue formal documentation to external parties (collaborators, 3rd parties, implementation partners). Create in collaboration and consultation with the relevant Portfolio Managers in the Technology Innovation agency to produce a detailed Annual Work Plan which identifies and sequences the activities needed to successfully execute the Strategic Industrial Bio-innovation Programme. In collaboration and consultation with relevant stakeholders, coordinate implementation, determine the resources (time, funds, assets, etc) required to complete the project. Facilitate review of progress made in the project(s) in consultation with relevant Portfolio Managers and all other staff that will be affected by the project activities; revise the schedule as required. Management and reporting of finances in consultation with Portfolio Managers. Coordinate and facilitate new project(s) or programme approvals in consultation with relevant Portfolio Managers. Stakeholder Relations Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the SIIP such as the Research Institutions, Higher Education Institutions; Department of Science and Innovation; co-funders and TIA staff. Liaise with and coordinate the activities of the staff and/or volunteers according to the established policies and practices of the organization. Ensure that personnel files are properly maintained and kept confidential. Ensure that all project personnel receive an appropriate orientation to the organization and the project. Ensure that qualified consultants have contracts before they undertake work on the project as appropriate. Identify, build and nurture trust and collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Lead conversations with industry around issues and specialisation. Interact closely with stakeholders. Liaise with the project team on a regular basis in line with approved Workplan and project terms of reference Implement the project(s) or sub-programme(s) Execute the programme according to the SIIP Workplan. Develop forms and records to document programme activities – be able to