Manager – ACT Governance

The African Climate Foundation

. Engage stakeholders in establishing ACT governance structures .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeJohannesburg • South AfricaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in governance committee management, stakeholder engagement, and the establishment of governance structures. Proficient in producing documentation, managing digital systems, and navigating complex socio-economic development projects.

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Governance Committee ManagementStakeholder EngagementCommittee Documentation ProductionDigital Systems EstablishmentSustainable Development Project Management

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Hard Skills

Governance Structure DevelopmentCommittee AdministrationRecord-KeepingReporting Standards SettingConflict-of-Interest Policy DevelopmentCode of Ethics DevelopmentMandate PreparationAgenda PreparationMinutes PreparationRisk Mitigation

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailFacilitationCollaborative Problem-SolvingSchedulingNavigating Competing Interests

Tools & Technologies

Online Governance PortalStakeholder Database

Certifications & Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Development StudiesMaster’s Degree in Business Administration

Industry Keywords

Socio-Economic DevelopmentGovernanceStakeholder ManagementProgramme ManagementFunders Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Engage stakeholders in establishing ACT governance structures
Align governance systems with the requirements of implementing agencies, funders, and ACT programme management
Prepare the Mandates for the ACT Programme Governance Committee and MJET Governance Committee
Prepare Terms of Reference for required governance sub-committees
Develop the ACT Programme Code of Ethics
Develop the Conflict-of-Interest Policy and declarations procedure
Establish the ACT Governance Annual Calendar
Investigate and operationalise an online governance portal
Prepare committee agendas, packs, minutes, and matters arising
Work with programme managers and the Analyst: ACT Reporting on committee administration
Arrange preparatory briefings for Chairpersons
Establish and maintain an ACT stakeholder database
Assist programme managers with stakeholder engagements across government, funders, communities, civil society, companies, and business associations
Manage the Analyst: ACT Reporting to ensure reporting systems and standards meet funder requirements and ACT governance mandates
Train governance members on mandates, governance duties, and use of the online portal
Commission annual ACT Progress Reports for publication on the JET PMU website
Work under the direction of the JET PMU Programme Manager: ACT Desk
Line-manage the Analyst: ACT Reporting

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in Development studies, Business Administration, or a related field
5 to 8 years of professional management and governance experience in socio-economic development organisations
Experience independently managing the efficient functioning of high-level committees
Experience steering complex programmes involving multiple stakeholders
Expertise in governance committee management
Skills in producing committee documentation, record-keeping, and setting reporting standards
Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and scheduling
Established networks with stakeholders involved in ACT-related activities
Ability to navigate competing interests, facilitate constructive engagements, and mitigate risks
Ability to assess bottlenecks to critical-path delivery and find collaborative solutions
Skills in establishing digital systems for committee administration, documentation, and record-keeping
Competence in managing sustainable development projects and programmes
Ability to work with funders, civil society, government, and business associations
Legal right to work in the country

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fixed-term contract role for 12 months
Hybrid work arrangement
Office in Rosebank, Johannesburg
Immediate start opportunity
Equitable organisation focused on diversity and inclusion
Confidential handling and recruitment-only use of personal information under POPIA