CHIEF ADVISOR PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT

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CHIEF ADVISOR PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT

Listing reference: eskom_006723 Listing status: Online Apply by: 11 September 2026 Position summary Industry: Electricity, Energy & Water Supply Job category: General Management Location: Sunninghill Contract: Permanent Remuneration: Market Related EE position: No Introduction Position/Task Grade: G17 Area of specialization: To plan, manage and monitor the implementation of product development activities, processes and effectively and efficiently deliver on approved operational plans. Department: Customer Development Business Unit: Business Development Location: Gauteng, Megawatt Park Reference Number: 50926071AW Closing Date: 11 September 2026 Job description

Leadership

· Live the Eskom vision and values

· Grow people

· Ignite passion

· Promote teamwork

· Encourage the right behaviour

· Promote open and transparent communication

· Strategic thinking

Behavioral

· Integrity

· Honesty

· Trustworthiness

· Professionalism

· Customer service

Knowledge

· Market rules

· Information technology (IT) systems

· Troubleshooting to locate and eliminate trouble sources before problems occur

· Quality standards that meet or exceed customer requirements

Skill

· Negotiation and engagement

· Business understanding

· Work independently and build effective interpersonal relationships inside and outside the organisation

· Strong leadership and management skills to build a cohesive, innovative and productive team

· Effective written and verbal communication internal with team members and external with clients and suppliers

· Strong business acumen

· ·Use computer programs for word processing, databases, spreadsheets, email and internet

· ·Advanced level computer uses of large number of functions and can train others in the use and functionality

· ·Problem solvin

Key Responsibilities

· Manage new product development processes

· Maintain expert knowledge on relevant legislation amendments and industry best practices

· Ensure product innovation

· Provide market training

· Ensure stakeholder relations

“If you have not been contacted within 28 days after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.”

“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.”

Eskom is committed to providing a smoke-free environment for its employees and visitors at the workplace.

Minimum requirements

Qualification(s):

· B Degree/B Tech/Advanced Diploma in Engineering/Finance/ Economics at

NQF7 with 360 credits

Related Minimum Experience:

· 7 Years Business planning, innovation including product

development or technology development experience

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