Empowerment Manager

Bonafide Human Capital; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the passenger transport sector is seeking an Empowerment Manager in Sandton, Johannesburg. This key position focuses on building partnerships, managing subcontractors, and ensuring compliance with contracts while overseeing training programs. Ideal candidates will have a strong managerial background, advanced Excel skills, and be ready to take on challenges in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field required.
• 3-4 years of managerial or client relationship experience.
• Advanced skills in Excel and knowledge of accounting essential.

Responsibilities

• Identify and manage strategic partnerships.
• Coordinate training and compliance programs for subcontractors.
• Compile and manage subcontractor contracts and claims.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Communication

Negotiation

Contract Management

Time Management

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Matric or equivalent qualification

Tools

MS Office 2016 or newer

Job description

Empowerment Manager required in Sandton, Johannesburg.

Our passenger transport company client in Sandton has a vacancy available for an Empowerment manager with below qualifications and experience.

Requirements:

The ideal applicant will possess the following:-

• Matric or equivalent qualification
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field.
• Fluency in MS Office 2016 or newer (including but not limited to Word, Excel and Power point)
• Advanced Excel skills is essential
• At least 3-4 years relevant experience in a Managerial or Client Relationship position
• Basic Accounting skills essential

Job Outputs:

• The main focus of the position will be to identify, build and sustain strategic partnerships.
• Furthermore, coordinate the development programme for up-skilling, training and incubating subcontractors as well as to ensure compliance with statutory requirements and adherence to the contract requirements of the main operator.
• Some of the responsibilities include general management, coordination, planning, monitoring and reporting.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The duties and functions will include but not limited to:

• Compile, develop and review agreements and amendments related to subcontractor contracts;
• Contract management, writing of SLA’s and management of maintenance agreements.
• Coordinate skills audit ,design an induction programme and facilitate the training and development of subcontractors;
• Ensure compliance with the terms and conditions of the negotiated contracts by subcontractors as well as legislative requirements.
• Assist and review subcontractor subsidy claims, ensuring accuracy and completeness of claims with special attention to invoicing, costing and recons.
• Conduct Market Research, track and monitor Tender Bulletins and identify new business opportunities.
• Work closely with BU’s finance and subcontractors as they prepare documentation supporting subsidy claims and ensuring accuracy and completeness of claims.
• Track and liaise with accounts department as well as review and audit monthly subcontractor invoices.
• Support the management of subcontractors and proactively identify challenges and facilitate resolution of issues speedily.
• Manage records of all subcontractors and ensure that subcontractor information is readily available for decision making.
• Build, nurture and manage sound relationships with subcontractors and attend monthly meetings with subcontractors and BU’s.
• Execute Regular review and verification of B-BBEE status and ensure the improvement of B-BBEE scorecard of the group.
• Any ad hoc duties as may be reasonably required.
• Prepare budgets, analyse financial stats and trends as required from time to time

Working Conditions:

• Will be required to travel within organisation’s operational area.
• Will be required to work long and late hours and sometimes over weekends and holidays.

Skills and Attributes:

• Knowledge of contract management.
• Knowledge of the bus passenger industry will be an added advantage
• General knowledge of the transport legislation;
• Understanding of Government Procurement and Tender processes;
• Knowledge of Basic Accounting, IFRS and GAAP.
• Resilience and determination;
• Proficiency in MS Office (including but not limited to Word, Excel, PowerPoint and outlook);
• Strong negotiation skills;
• Good communication and interpersonal skills;
• Data, Numeracy and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and reporting lines;
• Good work ethic, reliable and results oriented;
• Ability to work independently and under pressure;
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work output;
• Strong sense of Integrity and Ethics in managing confidential information