Executive Leader for Public Sector Transformation

Tafadzwa; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 3,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remuneration negotiable

Job summary

Road Accident Fund in Pretoria seeks a Chief Executive Officer for a five-year fixed-term contract to provide strategic direction and oversee all RAF operations in line with the RAF Act. The role requires high-level governance, financial acumen and a proven turnaround track record.

You will drive strategic planning, risk management, stakeholder engagement and transformation across the organisation, with a negotiable remuneration package. Closing date 28 September 2025.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree in business, law or finance or related field.
• Master’s degree in business management/leadership is advantageous.
• 10+ years in an executive role with governance experience.
• Turnaround experience in a complex organisation.
• Knowledge of public and/or private sector governance.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and lead strategic direction for the RAF and its transformation.
• Ensure corporate governance and engagement with RAF Board and committees.
• Monitor performance and implement actions to achieve objectives.
• Lead the digital modernization journey and stakeholder engagement.
• Oversee claims management lifecycle and financial sustainability.

Skills

Strategic Capability

Results Orientation

Business and Financial Acumen

Compliance and Governance

Ethical Leadership

Change Management

Risk Management

Stakeholder management

Leadership Agility

Public Sector governance

Education

Postgraduate Degree in Business Administration/Law/Finance

Master's Degree in Business Management/Leadership Administration

Job description

Road Accident Fund in Pretoria seeks a Chief Executive Officer for a five-year fixed-term contract to provide strategic direction and oversee all RAF operations in line with the RAF Act. The role requires high-level governance, financial acumen and a proven turnaround track record.

You will drive strategic planning, risk management, stakeholder engagement and transformation across the organisation, with a negotiable remuneration package. Closing date 28 September 2025.