Johannesburg: Head: Treasury | Johannesburg | 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract

Take the lead in shaping an organisation’s funding strategy at a national scale. This role calls for a seasoned Treasury leader ready to make a measurable impact on financial sustainability and long-term growth. As Head: Treasury, you will drive the formulation and execution of a cost-effective funding strategy, oversee asset and liability management, and manage relationships with lenders and rating agencies. Working at the heart of financial decision-making, you will guide liquidity planning, funding structures, market risk insights, and compliance with Treasury and PFMA requirements. This role offers the opportunity to influence strategic funding direction within a complex and evolving environment. Our client is a respected institution within the development finance sector, focused on driving economic participation and delivering funding solutions to support organisational and national objectives. They operate in a highly regulated, purpose-driven environment that values technical excellence, responsible governance, and long-term impact. What You’ll Do • Lead the development of a cost-effective funding strategy aligned to the corporate plan. • Coordinate the execution of Board-approved funding plans. • Develop and manage funding, hedging, and risk-mitigation structures. • Ensure regulatory compliance and protect organisational financial health. • Implement sound Treasury policies, frameworks, and accounting practices. • Advise on market risks, interest rate structures, and financial implications. • Act as an authorised dealer, executing informed and compliant decisions. • Manage liquidity across short-, medium- and long-term horizons. • Secure and maintain adequate credit facilities and trading lines. • Support forex-related requirements within relevant exchange control frameworks. • Oversee counterparty reviews, balance sheet management, and strategic funding models. What You Bring • 10–12 years’ Treasury or Investment Banking experience within complex environments. • At least 5 years in a senior leadership capacity. • Experience within a Development Finance Institution advantageous. • In-depth knowledge of capital markets, funding tools, and associated risks. • Strong understanding of PFMA, Exchange Control, and Treasury regulations. • Experience in credit rating processes and asset-liability management. • Proficiency in Treasury systems (Quantum, Bloomberg) and funds transfer pricing. • Relevant postgraduate qualification in Accounting or Finance; CA(SA), CFA or MBA advantageous. • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and commercial insight capabilities. What Success Looks Like • A well-executed funding strategy that supports sustainable growth. • Strong lender, investor, and counterparty relationships. • Optimised liquidity, risk mitigation, and balance sheet performance. • Effective governance, compliance, and decision-making frameworks. • High-quality market insights that inform strategic direction.