Executive Manager:Strategy, Transformation, Innovation and Reporting at Construction Education & Training Authority (CETA)

Job Responsibilities

Strategy, Transformation, Innovation and Reporting

• In consultation with the CEO, develop a credible CETA’s strategy aligned to best practices in the market.
• Obtain strategic direction from the CEO to support the formulation of the CETA Transformation, Innovation, Research and Reporting strategy, plans and budgets.
• Contribute to the enhancement into the design and development of the long-term vision for the CETA.
• Undertake continuous environmental scanning and trend analysis and ensure global and local trends in Construction sector forms integral part of CETA strategy and skills delivery matrix.
• Oversee the development and alignment of key strategic documents, including the Sector Skills Plan (SSP), Strategic Plan (SP), and Annual Performance Plan (APP).
• Monitor progress to ensure successful implementation of CETA strategy, SSP, operational plans for achievement of objectives and targets.
• Lead the development of the CETA's Research Agenda, defining research priorities, methodologies, timelines, and expected outcomes thereof.
• Conduct and lead research projects, ensuring data-driven insights that inform strategic decisions at the CETA.
• Oversee preparation, finalisation and approval of Quarterly Monitoring Reports (QMR/SETMIS Reports) and Performance Reports (Monthly, Quarterly and Annually).
• Oversee CETA participation in DHET research forum meetings to stay updated on recent developments, SSP framework changes, and expectations for SSP development.
• Oversee the review of the draft SSP with key stakeholders for validation and feedback; including  receipt and review of DHET feedback on the draft SSP prior to final submissions.
• Oversee WSP/ATR Stakeholder Workshops for the construction / build sector participants.
• Oversee the development of the CETA’s internal Scorecards to ensure alignment with the SP, APP and the AOPs.
• Lead transformation initiatives to drive positive change for the CETA and the industry. Align CETA’s transformation strategies with national priorities and regulatory frameworks.
• Lead the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) function to track organisational performance, identifying areas for improvement and reporting on such.

Education, Training and Quality Assurance (ETQA) and Projects Management Function

• Oversee the qualifications alignment process and development of occupational qualifications in line with current frameworks.
• Manage QCTO and stakeholders’ expectations, ensuring completion of qualification development process.
• Manage the allocation and disbursement of discretionary grants (DG); monitor and manage the DG approval processes in line with DG policies of the CETA.
• Manage accreditation of training  providers, assessors and moderators; monitor and manage site visits and the verification processes as part of the overall accreditation process.
• Manage the appointment and performance of Qualification Development Facilitators.
• Develop and implement annual quality assurance plan in line with the targets set.
• Manage the coordination and assessment of learning materials for specific qualifications.
• Develop and manage the implementation of the certification policies, procedures and business processes.
• Ensure establishment and maintenance of credible CETA projects management function to ensure effective and efficient service delivery across all projects in the organisation.
• Lead the digitisation strategy of the CETA for effective and high-performance objectives attainment.

General responsibilities attached to this role

• Provide input into audit processes and queries and respond to audit findings within defined timeframes.
• Identify and monitor departmental risks and develop and maintain a risk register from such activities. Implement mitigation to manage risks within the department.
• Prepare regular management reports for governance and executive management reporting processes.
• Establish processes and routines that ensure the CEO’s and Accounting Authority’s decisions for implementation.
• Build and lead an effective and cohesive team and drive talent acquisition, succession planning, development, and retention strategies for the STIR Division.
• Create a high-performance culture and manage team performance effectively.
• Ensure the timely  management of poor performance and disciplinary matters.
• Perform any other relevant duties as directed by the CEO.

Specific Deliverables Expected

• Credible, accurate and complete STIR management reports for EXCO.
• Regular Projects Monitoring and Evaluation reports.
• Accreditation, Qualifications’ development, assessors and moderators report and certification reports.
• Business unit’s Service Standards and Business Scorecard aligned to overall CETA scorecards, APP, SLA, Strategic Plans, etc.
• Business unit’s budgets spending progress reports.
• Timely approved CETA Strategic Plan, Transformation, Innovation and Research Strategy and Operational plans.
• Timely performance reviews  conducted within set policies and procedures.
• Report on adoption rate of research findings in strategic decision-making.
• Approved and implemented research agenda.
• Quarterly APP Performance Reports submitted on before scheduled deadlines.
• Complete and credible SSP submitted to DHET by the agreed deadlines.
• Complete and on time Strategic Plan, SSP, and the APP approved and submitted to DHET.
• Reports on completion rate of M&E assessments and reports for the CETA.
• Divisional performance agreements and reviews signed for all employees timeously.

Requirements

Desired Skills, Experience, Competencies and Attributes

• Master’s in Business Administration, Finance, Project Management or Corporate Strategy or any related NQF 9 qualification.
• Minimum of 8 (eight) years’ management experience, which at least 5 must have been in a senior management role.
• Proven experience in leading and directing teams; plus demonstrated experience in reporting to executives and boards on governance, risk and compliance control matters.
• Demonstrated experience in implementing organisational strategies.
• Knowledge of higher education sector, the SDA, SDLA, SAQA Act and the PFMA are essential.
• Computer literacy: Advanced Excel and Data Analytical skills are required.