PwC - Biggest provider of audit, accounting and tax services to the companies listed in the Johannesburg Stock Exchange. Also provides internal audit, forensic audit, corporate finance, corporate governance services, sustainable assurance services and others.
Job Description:
- To remain fit for the future in a constantly changing world, PwC Africa Technology requires people-centred, values-driven leaders who can connect strategy to culture and intent to behaviour. This role aligns to the PwC Professional framework and is central to enabling Africa Technology leadership to lead their people effectively, consistently, and responsibly across the region.
As a Manager, you will operate as a trusted advisor to Africa Technology leadership, supporting Senior Leadership in shaping the people narrative, strengthening leadership capability, and ensuring our workforce is understood, developed, and governed appropriately. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Building deep understanding of the Africa Technology workforce, including roles, skillsets, capacity, development needs, and succession risks.
- Supporting leaders to make informed people decisions aligned to strategy, culture, and long-term sustainability.
- Enabling a clear, collaborative, and inclusive culture that reinforces One Africa Technology and reduces silos.
- Acting as a champion for change, future-fit ways of working, and continuous improvement.
- Removing obstacles that prevent effective collaboration and delivery across Africa Technology.
- Coaching and supporting leaders and managers, enabling ownership, accountability, and continuous development.
- Translating complex organisational messages into clear, human-centred communications that resonate with staff.
- Embedding accountability for learning, ethics, compliance, and governance across Africa Technology.
Roles and Responsibilities:
People Strategy, Culture & One Africa Enablement
- Partner with Africa Technology Senior Leadership to shape and drive the One Africa Technology people and culture narrative, ensuring consistency across pillars and geographies.
- Help staff understand the Africa Technology ecosystem, operating model, and how different domains work together to deliver value.
- Translate Africa Technology strategy into meaningful people priorities, behaviours, and leadership expectations.
- Design and support culture-building initiatives that reinforce collaboration, trust, accountability, and inclusion.
- Support talent attraction, onboarding, succession planning, and leadership development initiatives in partnership with People & Finance teams.
- Champion continuous learning, digital upskilling, and capability building aligned to Africa Technology and Digital Upskilling programmes.
Workforce Insight, Capability & Development
- Maintain a holistic view of the Africa Technology workforce, including headcount, skills, critical roles, development needs, and succession planning.
- Provide leaders with insight and analysis to support workforce planning, role clarity, capability uplift, and talent decisions.
- Support leadership growth by enabling managers to coach, develop, and performance-manage their people effectively.
- Champion learning, digital upskilling, and career pathways aligned to Africa
- Technology’s future skills agenda.
Leadership Enablement & Change Leadership
- Act as a trusted sounding board to Africa Technology leaders, supporting them through change, growth, and organisational complexity.
- Enable leaders to role-model desired behaviours and lead with empathy, clarity, and consistency.
- Support the adoption of new ways of working, organisational changes, and regional or global initiatives with a strong people lens.
Governance, Compliance & Ways of Working
- Ensure Africa Technology meets firm requirements relating to learning & development, mandatory training, timesheets, ethics, independence, and compliance.
- Monitor and support adherence to governance frameworks, policies, and operational standards across Africa Technology.
- Work with People, Risk, and Finance teams to identify gaps, risks, and improvement opportunities related to people governance.
- Reinforce a culture of ownership, accountability, and ethical behaviour across all levels of Africa Technology.
Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
- Act as a key connector between Africa Technology Senior Leadership, leadership teams, and the broader workforce.
- Prepare people-focused leadership updates, communications, and narratives that support transparency and engagement.
- Design and facilitate leadership forums, town halls, and engagement sessions that strengthen connection and alignment.
Where This Role Adds the Most Value:
This role is critical in helping Africa Technology:
- Build a shared identity and culture that brings Africa Technology ethos to life.
- Enable leaders to understand, grow, and support their people more effectively.
- Ensure governance, compliance, and learning obligations are met without losing sight of purpose and engagement.
- Create a future-fit technology organisation where people feel connected, developed, and empowered to perform.
Required skills and Experience:
- 5+ years or similar experience
- Diploma (NQF 7) or Degree in relevant field
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- High emotional intelligence, discretion, and professionalism.
- Proven ability to influence and collaborate across all levels.
Job Posting End Date
April 30, 2026
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