EXECUTIVE MANAGER: CORPORATE SERVICES

HWSETA; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 2,215,000 - 2,900,000; Full time

Job summary

HWSETA invites applications for the role of Executive Manager: Corporate Services in Gauteng, to lead HR, Marketing & Communications, Facilities and related functions. The role shapes strategy, governance and performance across Corporate Services and reports to the CEO and Board.

The successful candidate will drive strategic leadership, manage budgets and external service providers, optimise resources and stakeholder engagement to deliver organisational objectives in a complex public-sector

Qualifications

• MBA or equivalent qualification required.
• Professional membership or registration in a recognised body would be advantageous.
• 10 years' relevant professional experience, with at least 5 years in a senior management/strategic leadership role.
• Experience managing multiple corporate-services functions (HR, Marketing & Communications, Facilities).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an integrated Corporate Services strategy aligned to HWSETA objectives.
• Provide strategic advice to the CEO, EXCO and Board on organisational capability and governance matters.
• Lead the Corporate Services operating model and ensure optimal alignment of resources and capabilities.
• Drive strategic transformation, innovation and continuous improvement across the portfolio.
• Oversee HR, Marketing & Communications and Facilities management and service delivery.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder management

HR governance

Organisational development

Communication

Education

MBA or equivalent

Job description

Executive Manager: Corporate Services

R2 214 769 – R2 900 346 p.a

PURPOSE

To ensure that the HWSETA delivers effectively and efficiently on the following strategic priorities:

• Provide strategic, administrative and management leadership to the HWSETA;
• Provide leadership in the development and implementation of Corporate Service and related policies and strategies that will support the delivery of services by the HWSETA;
• Provide strategic leadership in the implementation of specific targets and key deliverables as reflected in the Annual Performance plan (APP) and strategic plan;
• Provide support on implementation, delivery, capacity building, liaison and communication with stakeholders for effective service delivery;
• Provide leadership and direction in regard to the utilisation of HWSETA resources, including human, financial and assets.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• An MBA or equivalent qualification in Human Resources, Business Management, Communications, Facilities Management or related discipline.
• Relevant professional membership or registration in a recognised professional body would be advantageous.
• 10 years' relevant professional experience, with at least 5 years in a senior management or strategic leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple corporate-services functions, preferably HR, Marketing & Communications and Facilities.
• Proven experience in strategic planning, organisational leadership and executive-level stakeholder management.
• Demonstrated experience managing budgets, service providers, contracts and operational resources.
• Experience presenting reports and recommendations to CEO, executive management, Board Committees and/or Board-level structures.
• Experience in employee and labour relations, organisational development and HR governance.
• Experience overseeing corporate communications, brand management and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience managing facilities, workplace infrastructure and outsourced service providers would be required.

CORE MANAGEMENT COMPETENCIES

• Strategic capability and leadership
• Financial Management
• Change Management
• Knowledge Management
• Service delivery innovation
• Problem solving and analysis
• People management and empowerment
• Client orientation and customer focus
• Communication
• Honesty & Integrity

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Corporate Services Strategy & Executive Leadership

• Develop and lead the implementation of an integrated Corporate Services strategy aligned to the organisation's strategic objectives.
• Translate organisational priorities into strategic objectives for HR, Marketing & Communications and Facilities.
• Provide strategic advice to the CEO, EXCO and Board on matters affecting organisational capability, people, reputation, workplace infrastructure and corporate sustainability.
• Lead the development of the Corporate Services operating model and ensure optimal alignment of resources and capabilities.
• Drive strategic transformation, innovation and continuous improvement across the portfolio.
• Establish and monitor strategic performance measures for Corporate Services.

Human Capital Strategy & Organisational Development

• Develop and provide strategic leadership for the organisation's human-capital strategy.
• Ensure workforce capability, organisational structure and talent requirements support current and future business objectives.
• Provide strategic direction on talent management, succession, leadership development and critical skills.
• Drive a high-performance, values-driven organisational culture.
• Provide strategic oversight of employee engagement, wellbeing, diversity and organisational effectiveness.
• Ensure the organisation has appropriate strategies to attract, develop and retain critical talent.
• Monitor workforce trends and provide strategic interventions to address emerging people risks.

Strategic Employee & Labour Relations

• Provide strategic leadership on the organisation's employee and labour-relations strategy.
• Develop a proactive labour-relations framework that supports organisational stability and business continuity.
• Provide executive oversight of high-risk employee relations and labour matters.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with recognised trade unions and employee representatives.
• Lead organisational strategy for collective bargaining, labour forums and consultation processes.
• Provide strategic oversight of CCMA, bargaining council and Labour Court matters, in conjunction with legal advisors where appropriate.
• Identify emerging labour-relations risks and develop preventative strategies.
• Ensure the organisation's labour-relations approach supports fairness, productivity and organisational sustainability.

Corporate Marketing, Communications & Reputation Strategy

• Develop and lead an integrated Marketing & Communications strategy aligned to the organisation's strategic positioning and stakeholder requirements.
• Establish strategic direction for corporate identity, brand positioning and organisational reputation.
• Provide strategic oversight of internal and external communications.
• Develop the organisation's stakeholder communication and engagement approach.
• Provide strategic direction on media relations, public relations and digital positioning.
• Lead communication strategy during organisational change, significant events and reputational issues.
• Monitor external trends, stakeholder perceptions and reputational risks and advise the executive accordingly.
• Ensure the organisation's brand and messaging are consistently positioned across stakeholder platforms

Strategic Facilities & Workplace Infrastructure

• Develop and lead a long-term facilities and workplace strategy aligned to organisational requirements.
• Provide strategic direction on workplace infrastructure, property, space utilisation and workplace experience.
• Ensure facilities strategy supports business continuity, employee productivity and organisational growth.
• Provide strategic oversight of facilities investment, capital requirements and infrastructure sustainability.
• Establish strategic frameworks for facilities service delivery and outsourced service-provider management.
• Identify and mitigate strategic facilities, security, occupational health and safety and business-continuity risks.
• Provide strategic advice on property, accommodation, workplace transformation and infrastructure requirements.

Corporate Governance, Risk & Compliance

• Provide strategic oversight of governance, risk and compliance across Corporate Services.
• Ensure Corporate Services policies and frameworks support sound governance and organisational objectives.
• Identify strategic people, labour, reputational, facilities and corporate-services risks.
• Ensure appropriate risk mitigation strategies and controls are implemented.
• Provide executive oversight of compliance with relevant legislation, regulations and governance requirements.
• Advise the CEO and Board on material Corporate Services risks and emerging regulatory requirements.
• Drive a culture of accountability, ethical conduct and sound governance.

Financial Sustainability & Resource Optimisation

• Provide strategic oversight of the Corporate Services budget and resource allocation.
• Align financial and human resources with strategic priorities.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimisation, shared services, process improvement and economies of scale.
• Provide strategic direction on procurement and outsourcing models.
• Evaluate the commercial and strategic value of major Corporate Services investments and contracts.
• Ensure resources are deployed to maximise organisational value and service effectiveness.

Executive Stakeholder & Strategic Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strategic relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Represent the organisation in strategic labour, industry, regulatory and stakeholder forums.
• Develop strategic partnerships that support organisational objectives.
• Provide executive leadership on sensitive, high-impact stakeholder matters.
• Ensure effective alignment between Corporate Services and the expectations of the Board, CEO, EXCO and key stakeholders.
• Provide strategic insights and recommendations to support executive decision-making.

Note: Correspondence will be entered into with shortlisted candidates only and no late applications will be considered. If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks after the closing date, consider your application as unsuccessful. The HWSETA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to Employment Equity, disability and diversity. The HWSETA reserves the right not to fill any vacancy advertised.

Closing date: 13 November 2026