Energy Market Intelligence Lead needed at SA: Central Energy Fund

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 6-8 experience in the Energy sector with 3- 5 years specifically as an Energy analyst /specialist
•  Matric, Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) degree in qualification in in Finance / Economics, Any additional qualification specific to energy sector is desirable
• Honours (NQF Level 8) or postgraduate diploma (NQF Level 8) as an added advantage.
• Masters (NQF Level 9) qualification is desirable as an added advantage.
• Experience in tracking/analyzing market trends, technology innovation, regulatory developments & competitive dynamics
• Experience required with reviewing business cases
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Market research tools, scenario planning and analytics platforms

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

 Business case analysis

• Review and analyse business case proposals and provide insight and guidance in terms of moving forward based on latest research trends
• Conduct thorough market research and feasibility studies to assess risks and returns by comparing it to similar projects in similar contexts

 Market Analysis

• Monitor and report on energy markets, regulatory changes and technological advancements and its impact on the organisation’s portfolio
• Develop and maintain knowledge management system & Library specifically focused on energy research

Scenario Development 

• Conduct detailed scenario planning initiatives on the broad energy prospects and trends to support the group planning process
• Translate scenarios into Macro and Micro market variables by identifying appropriate energy drivers associated with the scenario planning exercise
• Provide support to various organisational work streams on understanding and analysing outputs from scenario development exercises

Reporting

• Responsible for integrating and consolidating the energy -related data for the division into a report
• Responsible for ensuring the submission of different reports by working collaboratively with the General Managers to meet the deadlines