The Marine Manufacturing Coordinator will be responsible for but not limited to:

Programme Development & Management

·       Develop and implement EMC’s marine manufacturing programmes in alignment with national and provincial maritime sector strategies.

·       Oversee projects related to boatbuilding, ship repair, component manufacturing, and related downstream opportunities.

·       Coordinate with stakeholders (industry players, government, academia, and communities) to drive sector growth and competitiveness.

Industry Support & Development

·       Identify opportunities for enterprise development and localisation within the marine manufacturing value chain.

·       Support the integration of SMMEs, youth, and women-owned enterprises into the sector.

·       Promote research, innovation, and technology adoption to advance marine manufacturing capabilities.

Stakeholder Engagement

·       Build strong relationships with government, industry, funders, and academia to support collaboration and resource mobilisation.

·       Represent EMC in marine manufacturing platforms, forums, and industry bodies at local, national, and international level.

Funding & Sustainability

·       Secure programme funding through strategic partnerships and donor engagement.

·       Monitor budgets, resource allocations, and ensure accountability in project delivery.

Skills Development & Transformation

·       Work with training institutions and industry partners to align skills development programmes with industry needs.

·       Champion transformation and inclusion initiatives within the marine manufacturing sector.

• Bachelor’s degree in Maritime Studies, Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Management, or related field (master’s degree advantageous).
  
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in the maritime/marine manufacturing sector or related industries.
  
• Proven track record in programme management, stakeholder engagement, and project delivery.
  
• Understanding of South Africa’s maritime industry policies, opportunities, and challenges.
  
• Experience in fundraising, proposal development, and donor reporting will be an added advantage.