R2 214 769 – R2 900 346 p.a
PURPOSE
To ensure that the HWSETA delivers effectively and efficiently on the following strategic priorities:
- Provide strategic, administrative and management leadership to the HWSETA;
- Provide leadership in the development and implementation of Corporate Service and related policies and strategies that will support the delivery of services by the HWSETA;
- Provide strategic leadership in the implementation of specific targets and key deliverables as reflected in the Annual Performance plan (APP) and strategic plan;
- Provide support on implementation, delivery, capacity building, liaison and communication with stakeholders for effective service delivery;
- Provide leadership and direction in regard to the utilisation of HWSETA resources, including human, financial and assets.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- An MBA or equivalent qualification in Human Resources, Business Management, Communications, Facilities Management or related discipline.
- Relevant professional membership or registration in a recognised professional body would be advantageous.
- 10 years' relevant professional experience, with at least 5 years in a senior management or strategic leadership role.
- Demonstrated experience managing multiple corporate-services functions, preferably HR, Marketing & Communications and Facilities.
- Proven experience in strategic planning, organisational leadership and executive-level stakeholder management.
- Demonstrated experience managing budgets, service providers, contracts and operational resources.
- Experience presenting reports and recommendations to CEO, executive management, Board Committees and/or Board-level structures.
- Experience in employee and labour relations, organisational development and HR governance.
- Experience overseeing corporate communications, brand management and stakeholder engagement.
- Experience managing facilities, workplace infrastructure and outsourced service providers would be required.
CORE MANAGEMENT COMPETENCIES
- Strategic capability and leadership
- Financial Management
- Change Management
- Knowledge Management
- Service delivery innovation
- Problem solving and analysis
- People management and empowerment
- Client orientation and customer focus
- Communication
- Honesty & Integrity
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Corporate Services Strategy & Executive Leadership
- Develop and lead the implementation of an integrated Corporate Services strategy aligned to the organisation's strategic objectives.
- Translate organisational priorities into strategic objectives for HR, Marketing & Communications and Facilities.
- Provide strategic advice to the CEO, EXCO and Board on matters affecting organisational capability, people, reputation, workplace infrastructure and corporate sustainability.
- Lead the development of the Corporate Services operating model and ensure optimal alignment of resources and capabilities.
- Drive strategic transformation, innovation and continuous improvement across the portfolio.
- Establish and monitor strategic performance measures for Corporate Services.
Human Capital Strategy & Organisational Development
- Develop and provide strategic leadership for the organisation's human-capital strategy.
- Ensure workforce capability, organisational structure and talent requirements support current and future business objectives.
- Provide strategic direction on talent management, succession, leadership development and critical skills.
- Drive a high-performance, values-driven organisational culture.
- Provide strategic oversight of employee engagement, wellbeing, diversity and organisational effectiveness.
- Ensure the organisation has appropriate strategies to attract, develop and retain critical talent.
- Monitor workforce trends and provide strategic interventions to address emerging people risks.
Strategic Employee & Labour Relations
- Provide strategic leadership on the organisation's employee and labour-relations strategy.
- Develop a proactive labour-relations framework that supports organisational stability and business continuity.
- Provide executive oversight of high-risk employee relations and labour matters.
- Develop and maintain strategic relationships with recognised trade unions and employee representatives.
- Lead organisational strategy for collective bargaining, labour forums and consultation processes.
- Provide strategic oversight of CCMA, bargaining council and Labour Court matters, in conjunction with legal advisors where appropriate.
- Identify emerging labour-relations risks and develop preventative strategies.
- Ensure the organisation's labour-relations approach supports fairness, productivity and organisational sustainability.
Corporate Marketing, Communications & Reputation Strategy
- Develop and lead an integrated Marketing & Communications strategy aligned to the organisation's strategic positioning and stakeholder requirements.
- Establish strategic direction for corporate identity, brand positioning and organisational reputation.
- Provide strategic oversight of internal and external communications.
- Develop the organisation's stakeholder communication and engagement approach.
- Provide strategic direction on media relations, public relations and digital positioning.
- Lead communication strategy during organisational change, significant events and reputational issues.
- Monitor external trends, stakeholder perceptions and reputational risks and advise the executive accordingly.
- Ensure the organisation's brand and messaging are consistently positioned across stakeholder platforms
Strategic Facilities & Workplace Infrastructure
- Develop and lead a long-term facilities and workplace strategy aligned to organisational requirements.
- Provide strategic direction on workplace infrastructure, property, space utilisation and workplace experience.
- Ensure facilities strategy supports business continuity, employee productivity and organisational growth.
- Provide strategic oversight of facilities investment, capital requirements and infrastructure sustainability.
- Establish strategic frameworks for facilities service delivery and outsourced service-provider management.
- Identify and mitigate strategic facilities, security, occupational health and safety and business-continuity risks.
- Provide strategic advice on property, accommodation, workplace transformation and infrastructure requirements.
Corporate Governance, Risk & Compliance
- Provide strategic oversight of governance, risk and compliance across Corporate Services.
- Ensure Corporate Services policies and frameworks support sound governance and organisational objectives.
- Identify strategic people, labour, reputational, facilities and corporate-services risks.
- Ensure appropriate risk mitigation strategies and controls are implemented.
- Provide executive oversight of compliance with relevant legislation, regulations and governance requirements.
- Advise the CEO and Board on material Corporate Services risks and emerging regulatory requirements.
- Drive a culture of accountability, ethical conduct and sound governance.
Financial Sustainability & Resource Optimisation
- Provide strategic oversight of the Corporate Services budget and resource allocation.
- Align financial and human resources with strategic priorities.
- Identify opportunities for cost optimisation, shared services, process improvement and economies of scale.
- Provide strategic direction on procurement and outsourcing models.
- Evaluate the commercial and strategic value of major Corporate Services investments and contracts.
- Ensure resources are deployed to maximise organisational value and service effectiveness.
Executive Stakeholder & Strategic Relationship Management
- Build and maintain strategic relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
- Represent the organisation in strategic labour, industry, regulatory and stakeholder forums.
- Develop strategic partnerships that support organisational objectives.
- Provide executive leadership on sensitive, high-impact stakeholder matters.
- Ensure effective alignment between Corporate Services and the expectations of the Board, CEO, EXCO and key stakeholders.
- Provide strategic insights and recommendations to support executive decision-making.
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