The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) has opened applications for the position of Manager: Monitoring and Evaluation within the Independent Power Producer Office (IPPO). The role presents an opportunity for experienced monitoring and evaluation professionals to contribute to South Africa’s energy sector while supporting socio-economic development outcomes linked to independent power projects.

Based in Centurion, Gauteng, the successful candidate will play a strategic leadership role in developing and implementing robust monitoring and evaluation systems to ensure compliance with Implementation Agreements (IAs) and maximize developmental impact.

Applications for the position close on 11 June 2026.

About the Independent Power Producer Office (IPPO)

The Independent Power Producer Office was established in 2010 to help address South Africa’s electricity supply challenges by procuring new energy generation capacity from Independent Power Producers (IPPs).

The office operates under a Memorandum of Agreement between:

The Department of Electricity and Energy (DEE)
National Treasury
The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA)

The IPPO provides specialized services to government in several key areas, including:

Energy procurement management
Monitoring and evaluation
Contract management
Professional advisory services

Since its establishment, the office has played a critical role in supporting South Africa’s energy transition and infrastructure development agenda.

About the Manager: Monitoring and Evaluation Role

The Manager: Monitoring and Evaluation position is a long-term contract role linked to the current Memorandum of Agreement, which runs until March 2031.

Reporting to the Senior Specialist: Contract Management, Economic Development, Monitoring and Evaluation, the successful candidate will be responsible for:

Designing monitoring and evaluation frameworks
Establishing reporting systems
Tracking compliance obligations
Analyzing economic development performance data
Supporting project oversight and accountability

The role requires a highly analytical and solution-oriented leader with strong people management capabilities and experience in monitoring large-scale development programmes.

Key Responsibilities

The selected candidate will oversee the development and implementation of monitoring and evaluation systems across Independent Power Producer projects.

Monitoring and Evaluation Framework Development

Responsibilities include:

Developing comprehensive monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
Establishing systems to measure Economic Development (ED) commitments.
Creating compliance policies, procedures, and reporting frameworks.
Updating monitoring systems to reflect changes in Implementation Agreements.
Communicating reporting requirements to project developers and stakeholders.

Compliance Monitoring and Reporting

The Manager will be responsible for ensuring compliance with contractual obligations through ongoing monitoring activities.

Key duties include:

Monitoring implementation of Economic Development commitments.
Measuring and reporting project performance.
Ensuring timely submission of monthly construction reports.
Ensuring quarterly Economic Development reports are submitted.
Reviewing project compliance against agreed obligations.
Tracking implementation progress across projects.

The role also involves identifying areas where projects may be underperforming and ensuring corrective actions are implemented.

Data Analysis and Performance Evaluation

A significant component of the position involves evaluating project performance and identifying trends.

Responsibilities include:

Analyzing construction and development reports.
Identifying risks and areas of concern.
Monitoring regional development trends.
Assessing project impact and sustainability.
Preparing recommendations for corrective action.
Supporting evidence-based decision-making processes.

The successful candidate will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to ensure developmental objectives are achieved.

Site Monitoring and Remedial Action

The position includes oversight of field monitoring activities.

Key functions include:

Supervising project site visits.
Reviewing monitoring findings.
Evaluating project performance thresholds.
Ensuring submission of rectification plans when necessary.
Monitoring annual rehabilitation trust information submissions.
Supporting project sustainability and compliance efforts.

Leadership and People Management Responsibilities

As a management-level position, the role includes responsibility for team leadership and staff development.

Key leadership duties include:

Communicating organizational objectives and priorities.
Creating high-performing team environments.
Coaching and mentoring team members.
Supporting employee development and career progression.
Managing performance standards and evaluations.
Building technical and leadership capacity within the IPP Office.
Identifying skills gaps and sourcing specialist expertise when required.

The position requires an individual capable of motivating teams while maintaining high standards of performance and accountability.

Qualifications Required

Applicants must possess the following minimum qualifications:

Degree in Commerce, Economics, Business Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
Postgraduate Diploma in Monitoring and Evaluation.

Candidates with strong academic credentials and relevant professional experience will be highly competitive.

Knowledge and Skills Requirements

The successful applicant should demonstrate knowledge in:

Monitoring and evaluation systems
Commercial and business management principles
Economic development frameworks
Contract management
Electricity sector operations
Independent Power Producer programmes
Compliance monitoring and reporting

Additional technical competencies include:

Interpreting contractual obligations
Assessing Economic Development plans and projects
Data analysis and reporting
Stakeholder management
Team leadership and supervision

Personal Attributes Sought

DBSA is seeking a candidate with strong leadership and analytical capabilities.

Desired attributes include:

Analytical thinking
Strong attention to trends and reporting data
Problem-solving abilities
Strategic insight
Results orientation
Leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to work in complex, multi-stakeholder environments

Why This Opportunity Matters

The Manager: Monitoring and Evaluation role offers professionals the chance to contribute directly to South Africa’s energy development objectives while supporting broader economic and social development outcomes.

By ensuring compliance, accountability, and effective implementation of Economic Development commitments, the successful candidate will help maximize the impact of renewable energy and infrastructure investments across the country.

For professionals with expertise in monitoring and evaluation, contract compliance, economic development, and project oversight, this position represents a significant leadership opportunity within one of South Africa’s most influential development institutions.

Application Deadline

Closing Date: 11 June 2026

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline.

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