Iziko, an isiXhosa word meaning ‘hearth’, embodies the spirit of a transformed institution and our version of ‘African Museums of Excellence’. The hearth is traditionally and symbolically the social centre of the home; a place associated with warmth, kinship and the spirit of the ancestors. As such, Iziko was envisioned as a space for all South Afric...
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Executive Director Operations – Indefinite Position
10 years’ relevant experience of which five years should be at senior management level
Technical professional knowledge of all areas of responsibility of the Operations departments (Customer Services, Facilities Management, Human Resources, Finance, income generation, Occupational Health and Safety, information technology)
Understanding of business, general planning and relevant legislation Regulations, practices, legal requirements, processes and procedures and including knowledge of the national heritage sector and related legislation
Public Finance Management Act and Labour legislation Human resources, income generation (including fundraising, marketing and promotions strategies), business and financial management principles, risk management processes and methodologies, procedures and policies Project management planning and implementation skills Valid drivers’ license.
Key Responsibilities include:
Executive management of the Operations Business Unit to achieve the strategic goals of the organisation
To ensure compliance with legislation, regulations and policies, as well as to ensure that risks are managed effectively, by strategic management & business planning General management Strategy and policy development Risk management (Chief Risk Officer),
Human Resources Management, Customer Services, facilities management, information technology, finance, Project Management.