Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at National Library of South Africa (NLSA)

Requirements: 

• The Applicant must be a South African citizen preferably in possession of a Masters in Library and Information Science degree with an MBA being a distinct advantage. A qualification in Strategic Change Management and a proven track record in turnaround strategies will be advantageous.
• At least 10 years’ experience in an executive position. Previous experience as a Chief Executive Officer will be an added advantage.
• In-depth knowledge of and experience in the Public Sector environment; Experience in working with all spheres of government as well as community-based organisations will be advantageous; Sound knowledge and understanding of all relevant legislative prescripts including but not limited to the RSA Constitution ,NLSA  Act, Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations, Public Service Act, Labour Relations Act  and Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Companies Act and King IV Code of Governance, Sound knowledge of Framework for Managing Performance Information and Government-wide Monitoring and Evaluation System;
• Sound knowledge, understanding and experience in financial management including budget planning and control; Proven track record in the successful development and implementation of turnaround strategies; ability to drive the organisation to a performance based culture; leadership and management capabilities.

 Technical Competencies: 

• Strategic capability and leadership; Conceptual Thinking; Continuous Improvement; Strategic Influencing; Business Intelligence; Business Acumen; Visioning; Initiative; People management and empowerment; Project and Programme Management.

Key Performance Areas: 

• The CEO will be responsible for the following, amongst others: Provide strategic and executive leadership to the full-time administrative all staff of NLSA .To enable the Board to execute its mandate in accordance with corporate governance principles;
• Ensure the development and implementation of comprehensive strategic plans to achieve the strategic objectives of the Board; Establish clear authority levels within NLSA;
• Ensure the development and implementation of sound people management practices; Setting and monitoring of NLSA key performance indicators; Setting and monitoring the implementation of NLSA  organisation performance standards; Establish and strengthen collaboration and relevant strategic partnerships; Facilitate projects that promote participation of the broader community and other relevant stakeholders in both nationally and internationally;
• Ensure effective communication with and reporting to the Board, its sub-committees and the relevant parliamentary portfolio committee on the activities, achievements and challenges of NLSA ; Serve as Chief Accounting Officer preparing and negotiating budgets and ensuring good financial governance and management of the budget.