Executive Search Consultant - Public Sector & NPO Focus

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Remote work from home

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria, South Africa is seeking an Executive Search Consultant to identify and recruit senior leadership for the public sector and NPOs. This role emphasizes rigorous assessment, stakeholder engagement, and ethical, confidential handling of sensitive assignments.

You will build robust networks, design targeted search strategies, and advise clients on leadership appointments, with remote work flexibility and a focus on social impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required; Master's degree or relevant professional qualification highly desirable.
• Proven experience in executive search, preferably for public sector or NPO markets.
• Strong networking, interviewing and assessment skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full executive search process from client engagement to candidate placement.
• Identify and engage senior executive and board-level candidates in public sector and NPOs.
• Develop and execute search strategies to uncover passive candidates.
• Conduct competency-based interviews and reference checks.
• Build relationships with government and non-profit stakeholders.
• Provide market intelligence and talent acquisition advice to clients.
• Prepare candidate profiles and search reports for presentations.
• Maintain confidentiality and ethical conduct throughout the search.

Skills

Executive search

Networking

Interviewing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree or relevant qualification desirable

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious executive search firm, is looking for a dedicated Executive Search Consultant to join their team in Pretoria, Gauteng . This specialized role will focus on identifying and recruiting senior leadership talent for the public sector and Non-Profit Organisations (NPOs) across South Africa. You will leverage your expertise in executive search methodologies to build strong networks, conduct in-depth candidate assessments, and advise clients on critical leadership appointments. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to impactful placements within organisations dedicated to public service and social development.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the entire executive search process, from client engagement to successful candidate placement.
• Identify, assess, and engage high-caliber candidates for senior executive and board-level positions within public sector entities and NPOs.
• Develop and execute comprehensive search strategies to uncover passive candidates.
• Conduct thorough competency-based interviews and reference checks to evaluate leadership potential and fit.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders in government and the non-profit sector.
• Provide clients with insightful market intelligence and strategic advice on talent acquisition and succession planning.
• Prepare detailed candidate profiles and search reports for client presentations.
• Ensure the highest standards of professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical conduct throughout the search process.

Requirements

• Proven experience in executive search, preferably with a focus on the public sector or NPO market.
• Demonstrated success in managing and delivering complex executive search assignments.
• Strong understanding of governance, public policy, and the operational landscape of public sector organisations and NPOs in South Africa .
• Exceptional networking, research, interviewing, and assessment skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to build rapport and trust with senior leaders and stakeholders.
• A Bachelor's degree is required; a Master's degree or relevant professional qualification is highly desirable.

Benefits

• This role offers a competitive salary and a generous bonus structure tied to successful placements.
• As this is a fully remote position, you will enjoy the flexibility and autonomy of working from home, eliminating commute time and allowing for a better work-life balance.
• Our client is committed to professional development, offering ongoing training and opportunities to expand your network within the public and non-profit sectors.
• You will be part of a respected executive search firm known for its impactful work.