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Introduction

The position of Chief Corporate Services Officer is vacant. The Chief Corporate Services Officer will report directly to the Principal Officer. The position is based in Pretoria and is a permanent position for employment.

The total remuneration package will be market related and is negotiable, based on qualifications and experience.

The closing date for applications will be Monday, 12 May 2025.

This function is broadly responsible for providing strategic direction and driving the execution of the Corporate Services strategy in alignment with the organisation's overall goals and objectives. The function leads the Corporate Services Division in delivering efficient and effective services in compliance with legislative and statutory requirements and contributes to the organisation's strategic success as part of the executive management team.

Duties & Responsibilities

The Chief Corporate Services Officer will be required to provide support to the Principal Officer through the implementation of the following Key Performance Areas (KPAs):

• Provide strategic direction and drive the execution of the Corporate Services strategy aligned with the overall organisational strategy.
• Oversee Corporate Services functions, including Human Resources (HR), Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE), and Facilities Management, to ensure the Scheme achieves its goals.
• Ensure the delivery of efficient and effective Corporate Services in compliance with legislative and statutory requirements.
• Lead the implementation of policies, procedures, and strategies related to HR, B-BBEE, and Facilities Management.
• Participate as a member of the executive management team and contribute to the organisation's strategic objectives.
• Manage recruitment, talent management, succession planning, and staff development programmes.
• Oversee the implementation of performance management and organisational development (OD) initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, Scheme rules, and relevant HR legislation.
• Oversee risk identification, assessments, and the implementation of mitigation strategies.
• Develop and monitor the operational budget for the Corporate Services Division.
• Oversee procurement activities in alignment with organisational policies.
• Ensure the maintenance of office infrastructure, equipment, and compliance with Occupational Health and Safety standards.
• Build and sustain effective relationships with key stakeholders, both internally and externally.

• Post Graduate Qualification (NQF Level 8) in Business Management or Administration or Human Resources or equivalent in a related field.
• Twelve years of functional experience with between five to eight years in a highly strategic Corporate Services Senior Management role including staff management, budgetary, and leadership responsibility.

• Post Graduate Qualification (NQF Level 9) in Business Management or Administration or Human Resources or equivalent in a related field.
• Experience within the Healthcare industry.

• Negotiation and influencing skills - Capable of influencing behaviours, decisions, and outcomes to achieve organisational objectives.
• Communication skills - Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively share information and engage stakeholders.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills - Applies strong analytical skills to identify issues and develop effective, practical solutions.
• Leadership - Exhibits strong leadership skills, fostering excellence, collaboration, and cohesion within teams.
• Policy development - Skilled in developing and implementing policies that align with organisational goals and regulatory requirements.
• Strategic thinking - Able to think strategically and formulate long-term plans that drive organisational success.
• Corporate project management - Experienced in integrating and managing large corporate projects to ensure timely and effective delivery.
• Conceptual thinking - Excels in thinking conceptually to address complex challenges and develop innovative solutions.
• Coaching and mentoring - Demonstrate the ability to coach, train, and mentor individuals to develop their skills and capabilities.
• Awareness of trends - Maintains awareness of new trends, developments, and best practices within the field to ensure organisational competitiveness.
• Stakeholder management - Builds and nurtures strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve shared goals.
• Responsibility and reliability - Consistently responsible and reliable in delivering high-quality work and meeting commitments.
• Results-driven - Focused on achieving results and delivering measurable outcomes.
• Action-oriented - Takes initiative and decisive action to address priorities and achieve goals.
• Ethical conduct - Upholds integrity, professionalism, and ethical behaviour in all actions and decisions.
• Resilience - Demonstrates resilience and the ability to thrive in high-pressure environments while maintaining performance.
• Innovation - Continuously seeks innovative approaches to enhance processes and drive organisational improvement.
• Member-centric - Prioritises the needs of members, ensuring high-quality service and value delivery.
• Collaboration - Works collaboratively with others to build strong partnerships and achieve common objectives.