Chief Executive Officer at The Universal Service and Access Agency of South Africa (USAASA)

Key Responsibilities 

• Lead the development and execution of USAASA’s strategic plan to fulfil its mandate effectively. 
• Drive digital transformation and innovation in the delivery of universal access to ICT services. 
• Oversee financial management, including budget preparation, expenditure control, and compliance with the PFMA. 
• Guide cost effective measures to ensure operational expenditure is contained within the approved budget. 
• Engage with key stakeholders, including government entities, private sector partners, and civil society, to foster collaboration and partnerships. 
• Ensure USAASA operates in a transparent, efficient, and accountable manner, in compliance with corporate governance frameworks such as King IV and the applicable legal framework. 
• Oversee the management and performance of the Universal Service and Access Fund (USAF).
• Lead and manage a high-performing executive team, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. 
• Represent USAASA at national and international forums on ICT and digital inclusion. 
• Create high quality tactics, business strategies and plans for execution of strategy guided by the Agency’s vision, mission, values, ethics and policies. 
• Ensure that the Agency comply with the applicable legal framework and business ethics.
• Ensure that the policies and procedures are implemented in the Agency to serve as a framework within which to operate. 
• Oversee all operations, business activities and ensure that milestone delivery is achieved in all projects. 
• Lead and support the Management team in the achievement of USAASA’s objectives and targets. 
• Conduct performance reviews and take corrective measures, where necessary.  

Qualifications and Experience 

• A postgraduate degree (equivalent to NQF level 9) in Telecommunications, Information Communication Technology (ICT), Public Administration, Business Management, or a related field. 
• A Master’s degree relevant to the ICT sector will be an added advantage. 
• 10 to 15 years of relevant executive and strategic management experience, with at least 5 years at an executive level in the ICT sector. 
• A proven track record as business leader that consistently delivered great results. 
• Experience in managing relationships with Boards, regulatory authorities, and government stakeholders. 
• Strong understanding of ICT policy formulation, regulations, and digital inclusion strategies. 
• Demonstrated experience in corporate governance, financial oversight, and risk management. 
• Exceptional leadership, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills. 
• Competent knowledge on the governance of State Owned Entities.