ENERGY INNOVATION FOR LIFE

SANEDI, PO Box 9935, Sandton, 2146

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SANEDI is a state-owned entity, established under the National Energy Act (Act 34 of 2008) Board Members: Mr Nkululeko Buthelezi (Interim Chairperson: SANEDI Board), Mr Mlondolozi Mkhize, Ms Phuthanang Motsielwa, Mr Mmboneni Muofhe, Ms Deborah Ramalope, Ms Nomawethu Qase, Mr Gerhard Fourie Company Secretary: Mr. Sihle Mhlangu

TITLE: PROJECT MANAGER

PROGRAMME: ENERGY EFFICIENCY

LOCATION: SANEDI-office, SANDTON, JOHANNESBURG (SANEDI)

DURATION: 1 YEAR (WITH OPTION FOR UP TO 2 YEAR EXTENSION)

START: IMMEDIATE – 1 AUGUST 2020

Introduction and Overview

In 2005, the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) adopted the National Energy

Efficiency Strategy (NEES) which set various demand reduction targets, including a broader goal of

employing energy efficiency demand-side management to reduce electric power consumption by

12% by 2015. A specific target of a 10% decrease in energy demand was set for the residential

sector. As large appliances are a major component of residential electricity usage, the NEES

identified these as a priority area. The DMRE, supported by the Global Environment Facility (GEF),

commenced with the residential appliance standards and labelling (S&L) project in 2011. The

objective of the project was to improve energy efficiency of household appliances through the

introduction of new Minimum Energy Performance Specifications (MEPS) and to encourage

consumers to purchase higher energy performance appliances through a mandatory energy

efficiency label, which provides detailed energy consumption information and in so doing allows for

like for like comparisons.

To successfully implement S&L, the DMRE who is the policy custodian, works closely with the

following public and private sector implementing partners: Department of Trade and Industry;

Department of Environment Fisheries and Forestry; South African National Energy Development

Institute (SANEDI); the South African Bureau of Standards (SABS); the National Regulator for

Compulsory Specifications (NRCS); industry associations, manufacturers, importers and retailers.

Moreover, the project has developed strong links with international agencies and NGO’s, key

amongst these are CLASP, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory in the USA and the International

Energy Agency.

Based on the analysis of market penetration and their annual energy demand, the following

appliances were selected to be regulated under the S&L project: refrigerators (fridges, freezers and

their combination), laundry (washing machine, tumble driers and washer driers), room air

conditioners, dishwashers, ovens, electric water heaters and general service lamps.

Since 2011 the project has achieved major milestones and activities, inter alia, developed and

adopted national standards for the appliances; promulgated regulations to enforce MEPS and the

display of the energy label; undertaken high profile communication and social media campaigns to

raise awareness (see www.savingenergy.org.za); developed an online product registration

database; undertaken numerous policy and performance research studies; training of SABS and

NRCS test officials and others.

2 SANEDI is a state-owned entity, established under the National Energy Act (Act 34 of 2008) Board Members: Mr Nkululeko Buthelezi (Interim Chairperson: SANEDI Board), Mr Mlondolozi Mkhize, Ms Phuthanang Motsielwa, Mr Mmboneni Muofhe, Ms Deborah Ramalope, Ms Nomawethu Qase, Mr Gerhard Fourie Company Secretary: Sihle Mahlangu

GEF funding and UNDP support of the S&L project ended at the end of March 2020. As S&L is now

widely accepted and recognised by both industry and consumers, the project objectives have been

achieved. However, S&L projects are dynamic and must be maintained if they are to continue

achieving energy savings and push manufacturers to develop new and efficient technologies. Thus,

the project now enters a new phase, where it is wholly taken over by the DMRE and reclassified as

a programme. Having progressed from inception or start-up to a more mature and operational

state, it is now possible for the DMRE to systematically transfer the project to its implementing

agency, the South African National Energy and Development Institute (SANEDI). This transfer is

currently underway and will see SANEDI create a S&L project office. This Terms of Reference is to

find a suitable individual to manage the soon to be created S&L office.

DUTIES 1. Work closely with the DMRE and the SANEDI General Manager, to manage the transition of the

office to SANEDI and to develop an office structure

2. Manage project support staff

3. Facilitate all processes to procure services in consultation (as appropriate), with project

partners

4. Manage the project budget and develop a strategic project plan, which is not limited to, but

must consider:

a. Assist and monitor progress of the draft legislation for general service lamps so as to

ensure its timely adoption and manage the implications with the lighting industry

b. Continue the work started to expand the programme to adopt MEPS and mandatory

labelling for additional electronic equipment and appliances

c. Assist the NRCS to achieve the successful adoption of the online registration database

d. Initiate the process to implement the recommendations of the recently completed

study for the review of the current energy label

e. Manage programme communication – website, social media and monthly newsletter

f. Work closely with SABS (testing) and NRCS (product registration and compliance) to

improve performance to ensure greater market compliance

g. Continue and strengthen the regional efforts to introduce a regional S&L initiative

h. Reporting to DMRE and other key stakeholders as required

Requirements 1. University education (Degree) in Engineering, Energy and Developmental Studies,

Environmental Studies, Technology Management or relevant field. A post-graduate degree in

any of the identified fields is an advantage

2. Familiarity with national energy and climate change international commitments, policies and

regulations

3. Experience with energy efficiency and climate change programmes, preferably with a state-

owned entity, such as Eskom DSM programme or similar

3 SANEDI is a state-owned entity, established under the National Energy Act (Act 34 of 2008) Board Members: Mr Nkululeko Buthelezi (Interim Chairperson: SANEDI Board), Mr Mlondolozi Mkhize, Ms Phuthanang Motsielwa, Mr Mmboneni Muofhe, Ms Deborah Ramalope, Ms Nomawethu Qase, Mr Gerhard Fourie Company Secretary: Sihle Mahlangu

4. Excellent knowledge of the energy and appliances sector and the main stakeholders in the South

African market

5. Proven ability to manage projects involving multiple stakeholders is key. Strong work

experience in project management (previous work in international project management will be

an advantage), especially within government institutions

6. Ability and confidence to present to stakeholders, workshops and conferences

7. General knowledge on government general procurement procedures in line with all the relevant

prescripts

8. Ability to work under pressure and take decisions as and when necessary

9. Willingness to do some travel as appropriate

10. Excellence in spoken and written English

11. Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Excel, Internet, e-mail)

12. References, ideally from energy related work assignments.

The appointment of the candidate is at the Manager’s sole discretion, taking into

account factors which SANEDI considers relevant, including but not limited to

SANEDI's Employment & Occupational Equity Policies, Strategies & Guidelines.

The closing date for this position is: 19 June 2020. Please submit a detailed CV to Human Resource Department, email to: Recruitment@sanedi.org.za