Purpose: The Strategy and Research Manager is responsible for strategy development and research coordination in support of programmes.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Research concepts and industry relevant to programmes to assist programme managers with the information required administer research activities, compile research reports and/or commission research, coordinate the review draft and/or validation of research reports.
Review and analyse gathered research information and various sets of data (including statistical data) to develop a view on programmatic delivery and impact and compile thought leadership articles and/or factsheets.
Assist executives in the development of research questions in support for ongoing strategic delivery.
Serve as the chief editor for final concepts and thought leadership pieces for (potential) publication.
Coordinate publications of research reports, policy briefs, thought leadership and journal articles (for internal and external consumptions)
Manage and coordinate development and review of 5 Year Strategic Plan
Manage and coordinate the activities relating to annual performance planning and the compilation Annual Performance Plan (APP) as well as Operations Plan.
Compile and present the consolidated APP and Operations Plan.
Analyse programme outputs and assess implications for programme performance/ implementation.
Monitor and evaluate the implementation and performance of various programmes – in line with the APP.
Manage and distribute internal and external knowledge from research in relation to the relevance and impact on the achievement strategic objectives
Contribute relevant programme information to support the ideation, validation and solution development.
Requirements:
University degree in a related subject
Postgraduate degree related to research and strategy
5+ years’ experience in research and analysis capability
To coordinate, manage and monitor the implementation of the programmes/ projects in schools from inception to completion with budget and on time, and ensure they are delivered effectively, efficiently, and within scope
Duties & Responsibilities
Project Execution
Identify the service provider to implement the intervention programme and propose them to the District Manager for endorsement.
Set target baseline for the schools and service providers.
Together with the school and service provider develop a programme plan including dates and time for training (afternoons, Saturday or during school holidays).
Involve the relevant subject advisor or department to ensure the intervention is in line with the DoE curriculum statements.
Ensure the school contract is completed and a detailed programme plan is submitted to all relevant stakeholders
Quality Control
Monitor and measure the quality of the intervention programme using the relevant monitoring tool (MERL).
Measure expenditure against the budget to ensure adherence.
With assistance of the SMT, solve challenges on commitment and attendance of educators and learners to the programme.
Order equipment and material relevant for the programme.
Ensure that service provider issue points towards continuous development for including certificates for all training completed
Project Management
Continuous monitoring and evaluation of programme.
Implement systems for tracking and evaluating project outcomes to measure success and identify areas for improvement.
Develop the implementation plan
Compile profile of all educators supported
Manage project budget utilisation.
Maintain proper budget reports.
Manage the delivery of projects according to project plan and base line targets
Primary purpose of the job:
To manage finance operations and to ensure the development and appropriate implementation of financial reporting systems. To provide support to the Group CFO in facilitating the consolidation of annual financial statements, financial performance reporting, budget planning, accessing funding, and financial oversight over subsidiaries and ensure that all requirements for internal and external audits are met
Main Responsibilities (not limited to):
Contribute to the development and execution of the organization's financial strategy in alignment with its overall objectives.
Provide insights and recommendations to optimize financial performance.
Assist the CFO in the management of the Finance unit.
Assist CFO in financial oversight over subsidiaries.
Stakeholder Relationship Management
Good Corporate Governance & Compliance
Minimum Requirements:
Postgraduate Degree or NQF Level 9 qualification in Accounting/Finance/Business
Registration at a recognised or international professional body
7 years in Accounting and/or Finance
5 years’ experience in Senior Financial Management role
Managerial finance and budgeting.
Knowledge and understanding of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations and Generally Recognise Accounting Practices
Knowledge of Auditor-General requirements
Knowledge of the State Procurement Policies and Practices
to lead, facilitate and manage sustainable job creation and inclusive economic growth and development
Duties but not limited to:
Implement automation of processes/procedures for the One Stop Shop to interface with partners and clients
Establish and maintain relationships with other economic development agencies in Gauteng and other similar agencies.
Establish and maintain relations with business advisory firms and consultancies based locally and abroad.
Establish and maintain relations with foreign embassies and trade organizations based in Gauteng and/or South Africa.
Monitor the budget monthly to ensure expenses are aligned to the budgetary guidelines.
Formulate stakeholder plans and strategies to optimize the effectiveness of engagement and management.
Organize and coordinate quarterly engagement sessions with all invest SA Gauteng stakeholders.
Manage critical relationships with invest SA national (the dtic).
Develop and oversee a stakeholder relationship framework.
Foster relationships with key national, provincial, and local government partners to support business facilitation and regulatory enablement.
Develop standardized processes and interface with partners.
Develop and maintain interface protocols with partners.
Manage and monitor implementation of SLAs with Partners
Requirements:
Postgraduate Degree or NQF Level 7 qualification in Commerce, Public Admin, Marketing or related field
3 - 5 years of experience with multinational investment government, experience in guiding direct foreign/local investment/Economic Development/IT and/or Process design
Sound knowledge of the business environment, the relevant role players within the business and their key responsibilities and outcomes
The ability to interact with people at all levels in the organisation
The ability to communicate effectively and efficiently at all levels in the organisation
Primary purpose of the job:
responsible for corrective, preventive and emergency maintenance of mechanical and electrical systems of
manufacturing equipment and production process
Main Responsibilities (not limited to):
Carry our regular maintenance and repairs of electrical/mechanical equipment.
Attend breakdowns timeously to ensure minimal downtime for production.
Implement and perform regular preventive/predictive maintenance activities to reduce overall
downtime of equipment/increase utilization.
Upkeep of the overall site infrastructure.
Complete and store various equipment inspection records and spare parts records.
Continue to learn to improve maintenance skills, share with team members, and promote joint
improvement of quality requirements.
Comply with OSH Act Regulations and other Legislation.
Conduct safety inspections according to statutory requirements.
Minimum Requirements:
Trade tested artisan, preferably Millwright, with 3 years post qualifications experience.
Experience in fault finding on PLC’s, HMI’s, Electronics, Mechanicals and Pneumatics.
Robotics maintenance experience.
Ability to work independently and under pressure with a sense of urgency.
Time keeping and punctuality with attention to detail is essential.
3 or more years of relevant work experience in maintenance of production site.
Intermediate level of spoken and written English.
Computer literacy (MS Office).
Problem solving skills, analytical and systematic approach to work, hands-on approach.
Strong sense of team belonging and responsibility.
Analyse and interpret the company strategy and roadmap to determine the future trends, strategic direction and legal implications within the ICT environment, to give effect to the strategy;
Conduct technology benchmarks to ensure compatibility of hardware and software to support the future business growth;
Compile a draft strategy and implementation roadmap in accordance relevant legislation.
Inform affected groups/divisions or entities of the strategic intent of the specific working area to adjust or modify associated roadmaps and strategy
Corporate Governance and Reporting
Develop and continuously review ICT, Business, internal controls, and Cooperate Governance.
Review all company Policies, Processes and Procedures in relation to their implications on ICT.
Analyse ICT related Risk and implement ICT security
Manage the ICT Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Programme.
Resolve Internal Audit matters in relation to ICT.
Knowledge, Document, IP and Legislative Requirements Archiving Management.
Manage ICT audit process
Manage Strategic Relationships & ICT Operations
Identify the relevant role players in accordance with business requirements and dependencies
Manage and improve Key Accounts for ICT users & Automotive stakeholder.
Agree to the expected outcomes from each party and set-up SLA’s where required.
Monitor the performance of all relevant role players continuously to ensure that the agreements and other obligations are honoure
Manage ICT Projects
Analyse the business/project plan to determine ICT financial requirements (OPEX and CAPEX)
Develop and manage the ICT budget
Determine financial allocations in accordance with deliverables.
Monitor the expenditure against the budget and ensure that spending occurs within the budgetary restrictions.
Provide inputs and responses to monthly and quarterly reports
People Management
Manage employees as appropriate within the division to optimise business performance and the underwriting service to customers.
Time, expense and leave approvals
Ensure staff have the required skills and experience to execute their tasks.
Conduct Performance Planning Sessions.
Desired Experience & Qualification
Matric and Relevant 4 Year Qualification in Information Communication and Technology
MBA an advantage
7 - 10 Years’ relevant experience
3 Years Information Technology background in a commercial environment
Primary purpose of the job:
To lead, facilitate and manage sustainable job creation and inclusive economic growth and development
Main Responsibilities (not limited to):
Provide leadership and operational management to Business Intelligence and Planning Division through the ability to translate the province’s strategic priorities and development objectives into sector specific strategies and plans through appropriate research; intelligence gathering; programme and project design.
Ensure effective business management through the development and implementation of strategies, policies, processes, procedures and systems to achieve the strategic business objectives of the division.
Develop BI and Planning Divisional strategy and plan aligned to the strategic objectives
Develop a five-year research and sectoral analysis strategy
Develop an organizational knowledge management and retention strategy
Develop a programme and project design approach and methodology
Develop a pre-feasibility and feasibility study approach and methodology
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce or Economics or Social Sciences or Public
At least 5-7 years’ experience in a senior management level/role
Knowledge of government planning cycle and methodology.
Knowledge of National Treasury strategic planning and annual performance planning requirements.
Knowledge of government monitoring and evaluation.
Knowledge of research methodologies and tools.
Knowledge of benchmarking methodologies and tools.
Working knowledge of project and programme management.
Job Purpose:
Using the identified architecture to build, enhance, and maintain products and/or systems to enable Touchsides’ business plans and long-term objectives. Assume ownership in the design, development, and delivery of high-quality products and/or systems and services that exceed stakeholders’ expectations. Proactively share own knowledge for specific technical solutions and business processes in area of responsibility
Objectives:
Review of software requirements
Design and development of systems to meet business needs
Produce production-ready code
Implementation functional solutions architecture
Mentor and review code written by junior developers
Produce relevant solution architecture documents
Manage source code using industry standards to ensure intergrity and maintainability
Lead and delegate duties to the software development team to achieve the desired architecture
Requirements:
Degree in computer science, engineering, or relevant field.
Microsoft (Azure, Developer) and other Developer Certifications
7+ years of professional experience in application development (Microsoft stack), partaking in Technical Solutions.
Proven experience as a Software development delivery of complex software system
Excellent communication skills.
Strong leadership qualities.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
A broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of software development.
