Jobs Available at Construction Education & Training Authority (CETA)

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Develop an Operational plan aligned with the Marketing & Communications Divisional Strategy and CETA Mandate
• Ensure that all functions in the Unit are aligned with the developed operational plan.
• Ensure that all staff are aware of the operational plan.
• Develop set performance measurement mechanisms and ensure the implementation of these through the operational plan.
• Develop policy and procedure documents as and when required.
• Review current policies and procedures and make suggestions for changes.
• Monitor progress to ensure successful implementation of plans and achievement of targets.
• Produce relevant information reports according to requirements and timelines
• Develop and execute comprehensive Marketing & Communications strategies to drive brand awareness, customer acquisition, engagement, and loyalty.
• Work closely with Manager: Marketing & Communications to align Marketing & Communications goals with organizational objectives and ensure the Marketing & Communications strategy supports the broader business strategy.
• Oversee and manage multi-channel campaigns (digital, print, social media, events) to promote the brand, products, and services.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to stay ahead of industry trends and make data-driven Marketing & Communications decisions.
• Ensure consistent and cohesive brand messaging across all Marketing & Communications and communication channels, maintaining the integrity and positioning of the brand.
• Oversee the development of branding guidelines, ensuring that they are adhered to in all internal and external communication efforts.
• Strengthen CETA’s brand presence in the market by developing and executing brand awareness strategy. 
• Oversee content creation across various platforms, including websites, blogs, social media, newsletters, and promotional materials.
• Ensure that content is aligned with Marketing & Communications objectives and engaging the target audience.
• Work with creative teams to develop visually compelling assets (graphics, videos, infographics) that support messaging.
• Lead the digital Marketing & Communications strategy, including social media, email Marketing & Communications, and online advertising campaigns.
• Oversee social media channels, ensuring that content is relevant, timely, and engaging.
• Analyze digital Marketing & Communications performance, using tools like Google Analytics and social media insights, and adjust strategies to optimize engagement.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging digital Marketing & Communications trends and integrate new technologies into the Marketing & Communications strategy as appropriate.
• Oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of Marketing & Communications-related events, conferences, webinars, and community outreach programs.
• Ensure events align with the organization’s goals and contribute to brand awareness and stakeholder engagement.
• Manage sponsorships, partnerships, and collaborations for events and other community engagement activities.
• Manage the relationships and contracts with identified partners and service providers.
• Facilitate and maintain effective stakeholder and business relationships through appropriate relationship building, networking and reporting activities.
• Represent the organisation to stakeholders, associates and partners and maintain professional, effective and amicable relationships to ensure that CETA’s interests are upheld.
• Liaise on a regular basis with all third parties and ensure that business.relationships are maintained.
• Address problems that are identified in the most appropriate manner.
• Investigate problems and find suitable solutions.
• Deal with customer queries and escalated issues from the unit.
• Build and lead an effective and cohesive team through the effective management of unit resources.
• Drive the implementation of talent acquisition, succession planning, development, and retention strategies for the unit.
• Ensure the enhancement of relevant knowledge and skills through continuous coaching, mentoring and nurturing of talent in the business unit.
• Create a high-performance culture and manage team performance effectively by translating and communicating the annual performance goals and measures into individual work plans based on agreed upon objectives.
• Ensure the working environment contributes to improving employee engagement, recognition and increased productivity.
• Ensure the management of poor performance and disciplinary matters in line with the CETA’s policies and procedures.
• Ensure all business activities adhere to relevant legal, regulatory, and industry standards.
• Prepare and submit regular reports on compliance status, highlighting any potential risks or areas of non-compliance to executive management.
• Perform ongoing risk assessments to identify and evaluate internal and external risks that could impact operations.
• Work closely with the Executive Manager to implement risk controls and ensure alignment with organizational risk management goals.
• Monitor the progress of risk mitigation activities and escalate issues that require higher-level intervention.
• Manage internal audits to assess the organization’s compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies.
• Stay informed about regulatory changes and ensure that internal policies and procedures are updated promptly.
• Communicate policy updates and regulatory changes to relevant teams and ensure timely implementation.
• Build and lead an effective and cohesive team through the effective management of divisional resources.
• Drive the implementation of talent acquisition, succession planning, development, and retention strategies for the division.
• Ensure the enhancement of relevant knowledge and skills through continuous coaching, mentoring and nurturing of talent in the business Division.
• Create a high-performance culture and manage team performance effectively by translating and communicating the annual performance goals and measures into individual work plans based on agreed upon objectives.
• Ensure the working environment contributes to improving employee engagement, recognition and increased productivity.
• Ensure the management of poor performance and disciplinary matters in line with the CETA’s policies and procedures.

Minimum Job Inherent Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree (NQF7) in Communications/Marketing & Communications or advocate
• 8 years' experience in similar environment of which 3 years at a Junior Management level

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Roles and responsibilities:

• Develop an Operational Plan for the Chamber Unit in collaboration with the Senior Manager: Stakeholder Relations & Chambers.
• Provide team with clear performance standards, job profiles and development plans.
• Monitor progress to ensure successful implementation of plans and achievement of targets.
• Ensure that the different systems and work processes in the allocated work areas are integrated and working properly.
• Set up meeting where relevant to discuss future improvements.
• Produce progress and information reports according to requirements
• Manage the communication flow between the team members, internal clients as well as external service providers.
• Assign work on a daily, weekly and monthly basis according to competency and skills levels.
• Monitor reports and feedback received from team members to ensure assigned targets are being achieved and if not take immediate action.
• Ensure that complaints received from business are resolved within required timelines.
• Support the Senior Manager in the mobilization of industry stakeholders for SSP workshops, ensuring balanced representation from all relevant chamber industries.
• Assist in the submission of sub-sector reports and data to inform the SSP.
• Track and report on labour market trends, identifying industry-specific skills needs.
• Support industry engagement to identify training needs and develop tailored skills development strategies.
• Promote the application for discretionary grants and ensure stakeholders are informed of funding opportunities.
• Implement the Chamber Operations WSP and ATR strategy in line with the Senior Manager’s guidance.
• Assist with the analysis of WSP, ATR, and PIVOTAL data to identify trends and gaps in skills development.
• Facilitate partnerships with workplaces and assessment centers to expand learning program reach.
• Monitor learner throughput and assess the effectiveness of learning interventions.
• Support the accreditation process for training providers in line with new occupational qualifications.
• Assist in initiating partnerships with industry stakeholders for the development of occupational qualifications.
• Support the public verification process and incorporate industry feedback into qualifications development.
• Assist with the creation of assessment tools and learning materials with subject matter experts.
• Provide regular updates on the progress of qualifications under development.
• Manage the relationships and contracts with identified partners and service providers.
• Facilitate and maintain effective stakeholder and business relationships through appropriate relationship building, networking and reporting activities.
• Represent the organisation to stakeholders, associates and partners and maintain professional, effective and amicable relationships to ensure that CETA’s interests are upheld.
• Liaise on a regular basis with all third parties and ensure that business relationships are maintained.
• Address problems that are identified in the most appropriate manner.
• Investigate problems and find suitable solutions.
• Deal with customer queries and escalated issues from the unit.
• Give inputs to Finance regarding the development of the annual budget.
• Sound planning and forecasting of capital expenditure within the area of responsibility.
• Manage costs against the approved budget.
• Take full responsibility for the financial resources within the area of accountability.
• Establish and implement procedures for the prioritisation of revenue-critical functions.
• Constantly monitor the areas within the Special Projects that could create financial loss if not actioned or managed correctly.
• Manage and check that payments are made to suppliers within the set requirement.
• Coordinate the procurement function within the Section and ensure compliance with all CETA Supply Chain Management policies and procedures.
• Ensure all Chambers activities adhere to relevant legal, regulatory, and industry standards.
• Prepare and submit regular reports on compliance status, highlighting any potential risks or areas of non-compliance to Senior Manager: Stakeholder Relation & Chambers.
• Perform ongoing risk assessments to identify and evaluate internal and external risks that could impact operations.
• Work closely with the Senior Manager: Stakeholder Relation & Chambers to implement risk controls and ensure alignment with organizational risk management goals.
• Monitor the progress of risk mitigation activities and escalate issues that require higher-level intervention.
• Manage internal audits to assess the organization’s compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies.
• Stay informed about regulatory changes and ensure that internal policies and procedures are updated promptly.
• Communicate policy updates and regulatory changes to relevant teams and ensure timely implementation.
• Build and lead an effective and cohesive team through the effective management of unit resources.
• Drive the implementation of talent acquisition, succession planning, development, and retention strategies for the unit.
• Ensure the enhancement of relevant knowledge and skills through continuous coaching, mentoring and nurturing of talent in the business unit.
• Create a high-performance culture and manage team performance effectively by translating and communicating the annual performance goals and measures into individual work plans based on agreed upon objectives.
• Ensure the working environment contributes to improving employee engagement, recognition and increased productivity.
• Ensure the management of poor performance and disciplinary matters in line with the CETA’s policies and procedures.

 Minimum Job Inherent Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree (NQF7) in or equivalent
• 6 years' experience in similar environment of which 3 years at supervisory level 

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Roles and Responsibilities:

• Develop a clear understanding of the CETA’s mandate and strategy and provide input based on a review of Operations related issues, trends and best practices in the market.
• Obtain strategic direction from the CEO, to support the formulation of the Operations strategy, plan and budget.
• Involved in Executive discussions and give input to the design and development of the long-term vision for the CETA.
• Engage in continuous environmental scanning and trend analysis which may directly, indirectly and/or potentially impact on the CETA.
• Study global and local trends in Construction sector.
• Participate in discussions with the CEO, Executive Management members and the Board to discuss opportunities and risks and give advice with regard to future direction.
• Develop an Operations Strategy and oversee the development of Operational Plans within all Units aligned to the CETA strategy.
• Identify trends and available new products and services and engage in discussion about integrating and adopting these into the Operations Division’s operational plan.
• Identify initiatives, processes, structures and technology that address the requirements of the operational plans.
• Obtain input from team members and relevant stakeholders to ensure all aspects are considered in the development of the plans and scorecards.
• Manage and monitor strategy implementation and adjust or amend as trends change or possible threats emerge.
• Ensure that all units in Operations are aligned to the developed operational plans.
• Ensure that all staff within the Operations division are aware of operational plans.
• Develop set performance measurement mechanisms and ensure the implementation of these through the operational plans.
• Monitor progress to ensure successful implementation of plans and achievement of targets.
• Set up meetings where relevant to discuss future improvements.
• Oversee the compilation of a policy framework within Operations Division and approve all policies before implementation.
• Ensure that the different systems and work processes in the allocated work areas are integrated and working properly.
• Attend departmental meetings, provide input to problem resolution and take steps to break down barriers that hinder progress.
• Manage the communication flow between the functions.
• Support the training of Managers, Supervisors, and staff within all systems, policies, and procedures to minimise non-conformances.
• Oversee the development and alignment of key strategic documents, including the Sector Skills Plan (SSP), Strategic Plan (SP), and Annual Performance Plan (APP).
• Oversee the development of qualifications and skills programmes, including research and collaboration with SMEs.
• Manage the completion and submission of qualification applications to QCTO.
• Develop Terms of Reference (ToR) and submit for RFQ/Tender publication, overseeing evaluation and SLA signing.
• Lead the repackaging of historically registered qualifications and coordinate a working group of stakeholders.
• Oversee the scoping meeting, occupational profile development, and appointment of AQPs.
• Ensure submission of progress reports to QCTO and facilitate curriculum and assessment specification development.
• Manage the verification and submission of qualifications and oversee the RFQ process for assessment instruments and RPL mechanisms.
• Oversee the compliance documents, desktop evaluations, and site visits for accreditation.
• Track registration, appointment of markers, invigilator training, and oversee the distribution and marking of assessments.
• Manage the certification process, including verification, sign-off, and tracking through the QCTO portal.
• Oversee the Discretionary Grant Funding Window.
• Oversee the Project Implementation facilitation.
• Oversee compilation and submission of monthly progress reports on projects.
• Lead consolidation of all reports into an EXCO report.
• Oversee submission of the consolidated operations report to Monitoring & Evaluation.
• Oversee the development of monitoring frameworks for learning programmes, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and standards.
• Lead the tracking of learner progress by reviewing and evaluating learning outcomes, attendance, and assessments.
• Oversee the collection of data from training providers, stakeholders, and learners to assess the effectiveness of learning programmes.
• Lead regular programme audits to ensure compliance with relevant policies, regulations, and quality standards.
• Oversee the preparation of monitoring reports, analyzing programme performance, learner progress, and outcomes.
•  management systems, tools, and databases.
• Ensure the availability, reliability, and accuracy of project data and documentation.
• Develop and implement standards, procedures, and guidelines for project system management.
• Manage the relationships and contracts with identified partners and service providers.
• Facilitate and maintain effective stakeholder and business relationships through appropriate relationship-building, networking, and reporting activities.
• Represent the organisation to stakeholders, associates, and partners and maintain professional, effective, and amicable relationships to ensure that CETA’s interests are upheld
• Liaise on a regular basis with all third parties and ensure that business relationships are maintained.
• Address problems that are identified in the most appropriate manner.
• Investigate problems and find suitable solutions.
• Deal with customer queries and escalated issues from Managers and Supervisors.
• Sound planning and forecasting of capital expenditure within area of responsibility.
• Compile budget inputs in accordance with policies, procedures and legal requirements.
• Manage costs against approved budget.
• Take full responsibility for the financial resources within the area of accountability.
• Establish and implement procedures for the prioritisation of revenue critical functions.
• Constantly monitor the areas within the Operations Division that could create financial loss if not actioned or managed correctly.
• Manage and check that payments are made to suppliers within set requirements.
• Coordinate the procurement function within the Division and ensure compliance with all CETA Supply Chain Management policies and procedures
• Establish and implement a comprehensive risk management framework that identifies, assesses, and mitigates risks.
• Monitor the division's adherence to legal, regulatory, and industry standards, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
• Stay informed on updates to regulations and ensure timely adjustments to policies and procedures.
• Lead efforts to identify potential risks, both internal and external, that could impact organizational operations and strategic objectives.
• Regularly review the effectiveness of risk controls and make necessary adjustments.
• Promote a culture of risk awareness and ethical conduct throughout the organization, encouraging proactive identification and management of risks at all levels.
• Ensure employees are trained and aware of their responsibilities regarding risk management and compliance.
• Provide transparency on compliance and risk management issues, ensuring that corrective actions are taken when necessary.
• Oversee internal and external audits to evaluate the effectiveness of risk management and compliance programs
• Build and lead an effective and cohesive team through the effective management of divisional resources.
• Drive the implementation of talent acquisition, succession planning, development, and retention strategies for the division.
• Ensure the enhancement of relevant knowledge and skills through continuous coaching, mentoring and nurturing of talent in the business Division.
• Create a high-performance culture and manage team performance effectively by translating and communicating the annual performance goals and measures into individual work plans based on agreed upon objectives.
• Ensure the working environment contributes to improving employee engagement, recognition and increased productivity.
• Ensure the management of poor performance and disciplinary matters in line with the CETA’s policies and procedures.

Minimum Job Inherent Requirements:

• Honours Degree (NQF 8) in Business Administration, Education or Equivalent
• 10 years minimum experience (of which 5 years at Senior management level)

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Roles and Responsibilities:

• Develop an Operational plan aligned with the Human Capital (HR) Divisional Strategy and CETA Mandate
• Ensure that all functions in the Unit are aligned with the developed operational plan.
• Ensure that all staff are aware of the operational plan.
• Develop set performance measurement mechanisms and ensure the implementation of these through the operational plan.
• Develop policy and procedure documents as and when required.
• Review current policies and procedures and make suggestions for changes.
• Monitor progress to ensure successful implementation of plans and achievement of targets.
• Produce relevant information reports according to requirements and timelines.
• Review all current human resources systems against business needs and customer requirements.
• Identify gaps in current systems and motivate system enhancements to support service delivery.
• Sponsor the implementation of new required systems.
• Ensure that HR systems and procedures used are competitive, legal, integrated with other organisational systems and understood by employees.
• Ensure that HRBPs continuously conduct training for line managers in HR systems and procedures.
• Set HR system standards to ensure the existence of effective Human Resources services in the CETA.
• Ensure that employee information is accurately captured by ensuring HR Business partners conduct periodic HR System audit.
• Ensure that systems are well maintained and that regular audits are performed to ensure data integrity.
• Prepare ad-hoc reports for management or other information customers
• Manage the recruitment and selection processes, this is inclusive of defining roles and responsibilities, sourcing candidates, screening resumes, conducting interviews, and assessing the administration process.
• Ensure that there is a well-developed and well-defined HR Plan for the CETA forecasting HR needs for the CETA, workforce analysis, succession planning, and trend analysis.
• Have the ability to identify learning and development opportunities for the CETA employee through education and skills enhancement to increase the productivity of the CETA, perform needs assessments, design training programmes, track performance, and create career development plans.
• Manage the organization’s performance management processes to ensure that effective feedback is provided.
• Manage the relationship between the employees and the organization, addressing concerns and fostering a positive work environment.
• Manage the HR Administration process to ensure that employee’s information is constantly up-to-date, and the information is kept in a safe environment.
• Manage the employees' benefits programmes this is inclusive of health insurance, retirement plans, and other conditions of service.
• Develop Strategies for developing and retaining talented employees within the organization.
• Manage the payroll administration process.
• Design, develop, and implement an employee wellness strategy that can assist in ensuring that the CETA employees are well taken care of.
• Ensure that the Employment Equity Act is considered across all the departments in the CETA.
• Manage the relationships and contracts with identified partners and service providers.
• Facilitate and maintain effective stakeholder and business relationships through appropriate relationship building, networking and reporting activities.
• Represent the organisation to stakeholders, associates and partners and maintain professional, effective and amicable relationships to ensure that CETA’s interests are upheld.
• Liaise on a regular basis with all third parties and ensure that business.relationships are maintained.
• Address problems that are identified in the most appropriate manner.
• Investigate problems and find suitable solutions.
• Deal with customer queries and escalated issues from the unit.
• Build and lead an effective and cohesive team through the effective management of unit resources.
• Drive the implementation of talent acquisition, succession planning, development, and retention strategies for the unit.
• Ensure the enhancement of relevant knowledge and skills through continuous coaching, mentoring and nurturing of talent in the business unit.
• Create a high-performance culture and manage team performance effectively by translating and communicating the annual performance goals and measures into individual work plans based on agreed upon objectives.
• Ensure the working environment contributes to improving employee engagement, recognition and increased productivity.
• Ensure the management of poor performance and disciplinary matters in line with the CETA’s policies and procedures.
• Ensure all business activities adhere to relevant legal, regulatory, and industry standards.
• Prepare and submit regular reports on compliance status, highlighting any potential risks or areas of non-compliance to executive management.
• Perform ongoing risk assessments to identify and evaluate internal and external risks that could impact operations.
• Work closely with the Executive Manager to implement risk controls and ensure alignment with organizational risk management goals.
• Monitor the progress of risk mitigation activities and escalate issues that require higher-level intervention.
• Manage internal audits to assess the organization’s compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies.
• Stay informed about regulatory changes and ensure that internal policies and procedures are updated promptly.
• Communicate policy updates and regulatory changes to relevant teams and ensure timely implementation
• Build and lead an effective and cohesive team through the effective management of divisional resources.
• Drive the implementation of talent acquisition, succession planning, development, and retention strategies for the division.
• Ensure the enhancement of relevant knowledge and skills through continuous coaching, mentoring and nurturing of talent in the business Division.
• Create a high-performance culture and manage team performance effectively by translating and communicating the annual performance goals and measures into individual work plans based on agreed upon objectives.
• Ensure the working environment contributes to improving employee engagement, recognition and increased productivity.
• Ensure the management of poor performance and disciplinary matters in line with the CETA’s policies and procedures

Minimum Job Inherent Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree (NQF7) in Human Resources/ Industrial Psychology or equivalent
• 8 years' experience in similar environment (of which 3 years at a Junior Management level)

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Roles and Responsibilities:

• Develop a clear understanding of the CETA’s mandate and strategy and provide input based on a review of Strategy, Transformation, Innovation & Research related issues, trends and best practices in the market.
• Obtain strategic direction from the CEO, to support the formulation of the Strategy, Transformation, Innovation & Research strategy, plan and budget.
• Involved in Executive discussions and give input to the design and development of the long-term vision for the CETA.
• Engage in continuous environmental scanning and trend analysis which may directly, indirectly and/or potentially impact on the CETA.
• Study global and local trends in Construction sector.
• Participate in discussions with the CEO, Executive Management members and the Board to discuss opportunities and risks and give advice with regard to future direction.
• Develop a Strategy, Transformation, Innovation & Research Strategy and oversee the development of Operational Plans within all Units aligned to the CETA strategy.
• Identify trends and available new products and services and engage in discussion about integrating and adopting these into the Strategy, Transformation, Innovation & Research Division’s operational plan.
• Identify initiatives, processes, structures and technology that address the requirements of the operational plans.
• Obtain input from team members and relevant stakeholders to ensure all aspects are considered in the development of the plans and scorecards.
• Manage and monitor strategy implementation and adjust or amend as trends change or possible threats emerge.
• Ensure that all units in Strategy, Transformation, Innovation & Research are aligned to the developed operational plans.
• Ensure that all staff within the Strategy, Transformation, Innovation & Research division are aware of operational plans.
• Develop set performance measurement mechanisms and ensure the implementation of these through the operational plans.
• Monitor progress to ensure successful implementation of plans and achievement of targets.
• Set up meetings where relevant to discuss future improvements.
• Oversee the compilation of a policy framework within Strategy, Transformation, Innovation & Research Division and approve all policies before implementation.
• Ensure that the different systems and work processes in the allocated work areas are integrated and working properly.
• Attend departmental meetings, provide input to problem resolution and take steps to break down barriers that hinder progress.
• Manage the communication flow between the functions.
• Support the training of Managers, Supervisors, and staff within all systems, policies, and procedures to minimise non-conformances.
• Oversee the development and alignment of key strategic documents, including the Sector Skills Plan (SSP), Strategic Plan (SP), and Annual Performance Plan (APP).
• Lead the development of the organization's Research Agenda, defining research priorities, methodologies, timelines, and expected outcomes.
• Ensure the research agenda addresses emerging industry trends, sector-specific challenges, and organizational needs.
• Conduct and lead both internal and external research projects, ensuring data-driven insights that inform strategic decisions.
• Oversee literature reviews, desktop analyses, and data collection to support research initiatives.
• Oversee the gathering of data from internal systems and operational databases.
• Oversee the testing of data received from internal systems to confirm accuracy.
• Oversee Data Processing and Analysis.
• Oversee the distribution of reporting templates to target owners across departments, the compilation of analyzed data and insights into a draft report for submission, the submission of reports, and Oversee the tracking and reporting of quarterly APP target progress.
• Oversee the internal review of draft reports, ensuring accuracy, relevance, and completeness.
• Oversee Finalization and Approval of Quarterly Monitoring Reports (QMR/SETMIS Reports).
• Oversee participation in DHET research forum meetings to stay updated on recent developments, SSP framework changes, and expectations for SSP development.
• Oversee the collection of data on current and future labor market trends within the sector.
• Oversee the compilation of collected data and insights into a comprehensive SSP document.
• Oversee the review of the draft SSP with key stakeholders for validation and feedback.
• Oversee the receipt and review of DHET feedback on the draft SSP prior to final submission.
• Oversee the process of seeking formal approval from relevant authorities, including the CEO, Board Chairperson, and DHET Minister.
• Oversee WSP/ATR Stakeholder Workshops.
• Oversee WSP/ATR Submission Facilitation.
• Oversee the evaluation of submitted WSP & ATR to ensure alignment with submission requirements.
• Oversee the sampling and verification of WSP and ATR submissions against the MG disbursed to ensure accuracy.
• Oversee Annual Performance Plan (APP) Development.
• Oversee the development of the Organizational Scorecard to ensure alignment with the APP
•  Lead transformation initiatives, working closely with internal and external stakeholders to drive positive change across the organization and industry.
• Engage with industry bodies, government entities, and educational institutions to identify and address sector-specific skills gaps and workforce needs.
• Ensure that the organization’s transformation strategies align with national priorities and regulatory frameworks.
• Ensure that identified gaps from B-BBEE verification are addressed and closed.
• Lead the Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) unit to track organizational performance against predetermined objectives, identifying areas for improvement.
• Develop M&E methodologies, tools, and templates for effective monitoring and reporting of strategic and operational plans.
• Ensure regular performance reporting to senior management, external stakeholders, and regulatory bodies.
• Oversee the preparation of quarterly reports, ensuring compliance with organizational goals and government requirements.
• Manage the relationships and contracts with identified partners and service providers.
• Facilitate and maintain effective stakeholder and business relationships through appropriate relationship-building networking, and reporting activities.
• Represent the organisation to stakeholders, associates, and partners and maintain professional, effective, and amicable relationships to ensure that CETA’s interests are upheld
• Liaise on a regular basis with all third parties and ensure that business relationships are maintained.
• Address problems that are identified in the most appropriate manner.
• Investigate problems and find suitable solutions.
• Deal with customer queries and escalated issues from Managers and Supervisors.
• Sound planning and forecasting of capital expenditure within area of responsibility.
• Compile budget inputs in accordance with policies, procedures and legal requirements.
• Manage costs against approved budget.
• Take full responsibility for the financial resources within the area of accountability.
• Establish and implement procedures for the prioritisation of revenue critical functions.
• Constantly monitor the areas within the Strategy, Transformation, Innovation & Research Division that could create financial loss if not actioned or managed correctly.
• Manage and check that payments are made to suppliers within set requirements.
• Coordinate the procurement function within the Division and ensure compliance with all CETA Supply Chain Management policies and procedures.
• Establish and implement a comprehensive risk management framework that identifies, assesses, and mitigates risks.
• Monitor the STIR adherence to legal, regulatory, and industry standards, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
• Stay informed on updates to regulations and ensure timely adjustments to policies and procedures.
• Lead efforts to identify potential risks, both internal and external, that could impact organizational operations and strategic objectives.
• Regularly review the effectiveness of risk controls and make necessary adjustments.
• Promote a culture of risk awareness and ethical conduct throughout the organization, encouraging proactive identification and management of risks at all levels.
• Ensure employees are trained and aware of their responsibilities regarding risk management and compliance.
• Provide transparency on compliance and risk management issues, ensuring that corrective actions are taken when necessary.
• Oversee internal and external audits to evaluate the effectiveness of risk management and compliance programs.
• Build and lead an effective and cohesive team through the effective management of divisional resources.
• Drive the implementation of talent acquisition, succession planning, development, and retention strategies for the division.
• Ensure the enhancement of relevant knowledge and skills through continuous coaching, mentoring and nurturing of talent in the business Division.
• Create a high-performance culture and manage team performance effectively by translating and communicating the annual performance goals and measures into individual work plans based on agreed upon objectives.
• Ensure the working environment contributes to improving employee engagement, recognition and increased productivity.
• Ensure the management of poor performance and disciplinary matters in line with the CETA’s policies and procedures.

Minimum Job Inherent Requirements:

• Honours Degree (NQF 8) in Business Administration, Strategic Management Studies or Equivalent
• 10 years minimum experience of which 5 years at Senior management level

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Roles and Responsibility:

• Lead the development, management and execution of the approved CETA’s overall strategy and lead the conceptualization of the overall strategy, policy and decision-making direction of the organisation to ensure the successful execution of the CETA mandate.
• Oversee the development and execution of all Operational Plans to meet capacity and requirements in line with the overall delegated framework and deliverables and ensure the conversion of divisional operational plans into business activities and objectives to attain growth targets and performance standards.
• Lead the establishment, review and monitoring of key performance indicators related to the strategy and business plans, recognize and identify areas for internal improvement and develops plans for implementation.
• Drive the implementation of remedial measures on all audit findings and deficiencies.
• Oversee all initiatives across the CETA to ensure that their conception and implementation support the organisation’s strategic objectives and mandate.
• Lead the development of market segments and prioritise actions to achieve the set agenda.
• Ensure that the organisation is change-ready to deliver on the CETA strategy industry skills requirements.
• Provide leadership and develop a strong team environment committed to the organisation’s mission, values, and objectives in a manner that instills trust and credibility within internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure business growth by driving the development of key partnerships that will support the CETA strategy.
• Spearhead overall organisational development in line with industry expectations and strategic directions of CETA.
• Lead and drive the building and positioning of a credible brand and image of CETA nationally.
• Provides leadership to the Executives/senior management team in support of CETA’s commitment to creating a culture of ethical conduct and integrity.
• Leads and guides Executives/senior management team in the attainment of CETA’s performance targets.
• Oversees optimal performance of CETA stakeholder relationship management capability.
• Oversees the development and implementation of Operational Plans of senior management within CETA.
• Consults the strategy and senior management’ operational plans to determine the outputs required them.
• Reports to the Board on the strategic performance of the operations of CETA in accordance with policies, procedures and legal requirements.
• Enhances internal systems, controls and capabilities to allow CETA to deliver on its mandate.
• Lead the development of a Risk Management Strategy, tools, practices, and policies for the CETA to analyze and report risks in line with the overall risk strategy.
• Ensure the management of risks according to the Risk Management Framework and lead the effective monitoring and evaluation of risk related activities.
• Lead the application of fraud controls and risk prevention principles and implement sound governance and compliance processes and tools to identify and manage risks.
• Lead the coordination and maintenance of quality risk management in line with the relevant set requirements.
• Monitor changes in the regulatory environment and ensure that appropriate operational controls are implemented to address new requirements across all divisions.
• Lead the development, maintenance and enforcement of related Service Level Agreements, policies and procedures to minimise business risk and ensure business continuity.
• Ensure adherence across the organisation to all relevant laws, policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Lead compliance with national legislation and CETA specific policies and procedures, including the Code of Ethics.
• Reviews policies and makes recommendation to the Board for amendments and approvals.
• Reports timeously to the Board and Treasury on all relevant information relating to CETA’s operations and recommends alternate courses of action for consideration where required.
• Oversees and inputs into the strategic budgeting process to ensure alignment with CETA’s strategic objectives.
• Provides input into the capital expenditure budget needed for macro projects.
• Presents draft budgets to the Board, DHET and Treasury.
• Oversees the implementation of cost-effective programs while maintaining an acceptable level of quality.
• Ensures that an effective financial performance measurement system, proper internal controls, sound financial management practices and administrative systems are in place to ensure efficient and effective utilisation of CETA’s financial resources.
• Oversees financial reporting for board consideration.
• Serves as the chief spokesperson for all CETA matters and actively builds the credibility and reputation of the organisation by promoting collaborative cooperation towards achievement of a collective vision.
• Represents CETA at all levels including Government and Community level as well as at legislative sessions, committee meetings and formal functions to enhance the organisation's profile and reputation.
• Acts as a liaison between the Board, DHET, Treasury, organisation and other relevant stakeholders with specific reference to strategic partnerships, performance delivery, capacity building and organisational environment.
• Provides detailed and accurate information to the Board and DHET to ensure that they are properly informed to enable sound and swift decision making.
• Effectively communicates CETA initiatives to employees, government authorities, other stakeholders and the public in relation to skills development in the sector.
• Establishes and maintains positive and productive collaborative partnerships with the media, industry and industry representatives, recipients, government organisations and communities to ensure sustainable implementation of CETA Programmes.
• Ensures services to stakeholders are delivered timeously and accurately as prescribed in stakeholder agreements.
• Maintain constant communication with all interested parties within and outside the sector.
• Leads and guides Executives/senior managers in the achievement of set objectives within respective areas of responsibility.
• Ensures Executives/senior management roles and responsibilities are clarified in order to achieve performance objectives.
• Conducts performance reviews in accordance with policies and procedures and takes corrective action where necessary.
• Builds a pro-active environment where senior managers can take responsibility for results.
• Ensures identification of critical skills essential for sustainability of service delivery and development of succession plans within CETA.
• Ensures a succession plans are in place for senior managers and other direct reports.
• Build and lead an effective and cohesive team through the effective management of departmental resources.
• Lead the implementation of talent acquisition, succession planning, development, and retention strategies for the department.
• Lead the enhancement of relevant knowledge and skills through continuous coaching, mentoring and nurturing of departmental talent.
• Lead and drive a high-performance culture by translating and communicating the annual performance goals and measures based on agreed upon objectives.
• Drive a working environment that augments employee engagement, recognition and productivity.

Minimum Job Inherent Requirements:

• Masters (NQF 9) in Business Administration or Equivalent
• 10 years minimum experience of which 5 years at executive management level