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Job Summary Qualifications, skills and experience required: A doctoral degree in science, engineering and technology (electrical, mechanical, industrial, engineering, mathematics, science etc.) 15 years experience in the energy sector of which 5 years should be in a specialized field; Extensive experience and understanding across all energy carriers including coal, nuclear, natural gas, liquid fuels and the growing renewable energy industry; Strong network in the public and private sector (local and international) as the link to energy modelling; Experience in energy research and the transition of the energy system to more sustainable energy sources as may include renewable energy, systems integration, thermal energy and energy carries such as hydrogen Track record in obtaining contract R&D funding and managing such projects; Track record of published work within science, engineering and technology field; Knowledge of South Africa power system energy, policies, regulations, codes and standards; Strategic capabilities and execution; Business development and commercial aptitude. Key Responsibilities Provide strategic leadership direction in the energy industry, identify customer needs, technology development gaps and opportunities, conducting market research and competitor analysis Conceptualize, guide and manage RDI programmes Manage RDI programmes; Promote culture of science, engineering and technology excellence in the relevant energy field in the transition towards the desired South African energy mix; Generate technical reports, articles, conferences papers and presentations aimed at specific energy sector domain locally and internally

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