Pretoria: Senior Manager: Office of the CEO

Key Performance Areas Strategic Planning and Monitoring Collaborate with executive leadership to define and refine the organisations strategic direction. Analyse internal and external factors impacting the business landscape, identifying emerging opportunities and risks. Develop strategic plans, roadmaps, and frameworks to guide organisational growth and long-term success. Develop, implement and maintain policies for performance management that incorporate aspects of monitoring and evaluation. Ensure alignment of the company monitoring and evaluation objectives to that of various government policy frameworks and acceptable best practice standards/codes. Monitor and evaluate organisational performance, oversee performance reporting, and ensure alignment with strategic objectives. Lead and manage the strategy and planning team, providing guidance, support, and mentoring. Market and Internal Performance Analysis Conduct comprehensive market, industry, customer, and competitor analyses to inform strategic decision-making. Evaluate organisational performance, identifying areas for improvement and optimisation. Recommend strategic initiatives to drive revenue growth and enhance operational efficiency. Develop and utilise key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress towards strategic outcomes. Strategy Implementation and Leadership Support the CEO in implementing strategic plans and initiatives in line with the organisations mission and goals. Oversee the execution of activities outlined in the organisational strategic plan, ensuring effective implementation. Executive Support Provide high-level support to the CEO in managing daily operations. Ensure seamless functioning of the Office of the CEO, facilitating organisational performance management and reporting. Stakeholder Management Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Collaborate with external research organisations to position the organisation as a leader in South Africas national agricultural research system. Provide administrative leadership for partnerships and collaborations with external stakeholders. Communication and Reporting Act as a key point of contact for communication between the CEO and various stakeholders. Prepare reports, presentations, and correspondence on behalf of the CEO. Financial Management Assist the CEO in financial planning, budgeting, and monitoring of financial performance. Ensure financial sustainability and efficiency through effective financial oversight. Operational Oversight Work with divisional heads to ensure alignment with organisational outcomes. Monitor performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement operational strategies. Reporting and Presentation Prepare and present reports, findings, and recommendations to senior leadership and key Develop performance dashboards and reports to track key metrics and inform decision-making. Project Management Manage and oversee key projects and initiatives, ensuring timely delivery within budget and scope. Strategic Support to the CEO Provide direct support to the CEO in achieving key organisational strategic objectives. Identify and drive continuous business improvement initiatives aligned with strategic goals. Requirement: NQF Level 8 qualification (Honours Degree/Postgraduate Diploma in Business Management, Economics, Public Administration, Agriculture or Science). Minimum 8 years management experience. Experience in interacting with Boards and Committees. Proven track record in strategic planning, governance, and stakeholder management. Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to influence at the highest levels. NQF 9 qualification (MBA/MBL, or equivalent) would be an added advantage. Experience working in science/research environment would be an added advantage.