Corporate professional business consulting (eskom research and innovation) - rosherville, gauteng

Corporate Professional Business Consulting (Eskom Research and Innovation) - Rosherville, Gauteng

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 24 August 2026 Position summary

Industry: Electricity, Energy & Water Supply

Job category: Research and Development

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes Introduction

Position/Task Grade: PPE. Area of specialization: Reporting to Senior Manager Technology Strategy and Research Management the Corporate Professional Business Consulting will be responsible for providing strategic business consulting support to executives, senior management and professional teams contributing to the development and execution of organisational strategies, investment plans, business processes and policies while applying professional skills and knowledge to improve overall business efficiency and supporting increased profitability across the organisation. Department: Technology Strategy and Research Management. Business Unit: Research Testing and Development.

Skills and Competencies Required: Accountability Integrity Trustworthiness Professionalism Innovation and continuous improvement Strategic influence and sound judgement Multi ‑ disciplinary team leadership System ‑ wide and holistic thinking Coaching, mentoring, and development of others Self ‑ motivation and leadership initiative Eskom policies, procedures and processes General administration management Business consulting techniques and methodologies Problem ‑ solving approaches and analytical tools Decision ‑ making frameworks and methodologies Industry knowledge relevant to the operating environment (e.g. power and energy) Expert business consulting Advanced problem ‑ solving and analytical Advanced facilitation and presentation Professional report ‑ writing Strong coordination and facilitation Responsibilities: Provide strategic consulting input and professional advice to support organisational objectives. Analyse business processes and performance to identify improvement opportunities. Deliver expertise advisory and business support. Demonstrate personal leadership, accountability, and professional integrity. Conduct environmental scanning to identify relevant trends, risks, and opportunities. Exercise external leadership through effective stakeholder engagement and professional representation. Qualification(s): Honours Degree in Engineering/ Science/ Finance/ Economics/ Commerce/ Business Management at NQF8 with 480 credits. Related Minimum Experience: 8 Years’ Experience in business consulting and problem solving. Professional Registration Body: Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) or South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA).

Eskom is committed to being an employer of choice, one that inspires highly talented employees to join and stay, and it continues to attract and retain the best talent to achieve organisational goals.

Eskom is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of Eskom and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups. Eskom reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply for positions.

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