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The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is a Section 3(a) public entity under the Ministryof Environment, Forestry and Fisheries (DEFF) and is governed by a Board. The organisationis an authoritative voice for weather and climate related services in South Africa and is amember of the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) to fulfil a range of internationalobligations of the government. South African Weather Service (SAWS) strives to be aWeather and Climate Centre of Excellence providing innovative solutions to ensure aweather-smart region, sustainable development and economic growth.The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is therefore seeking to appoint an efficient andenthusiastic person to undertake the role of:Executive: Corporate ServicesSalary: Negotiable(Ref. WS01/092020)Centre: Head Office, CenturionKey Performance Areas:Corporate Strategy, Planning and ReportingDevelop and monitor Corporate & Regulatory Service strategy. Develop and collate SAWSstrategy, performance monitoring, and coordination of transformational, organisational wideprojects. Monitor and oversee strategic business plans for the organisation. Plan and forecaston short, medium and long-term organisational performance needs. Monitor that variouscorporate policies and decisions are implemented in a most functional and effective way. Givesupport to the Board by providing advice to ensure best practice compliance andsustainability. Responsible for organisational performance reporting to Portfolio Committee,Annual Reporting, Department of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries (DEFF) Reporting andthe relevant Board Committee/s and Board reporting. Compile and oversee a draft strategiesand implementation of roadmap in accordance with the required guidelines and ShareholdersCompact.Stakeholder RelationsDevelop Stakeholder strategy and performance framework. Develop and implementCorporate social responsibility strategy. Profile and segment all stakeholders’needs/requirements and establish strategic partnerships plan. Interface with the Regulators,Department of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries (DEFF), Portfolio Committee, ACSA,Auditor General, National Treasury and other stakeholders. Build Stakeholder relationship andco-ordination of stakeholder needs and management thereof.Corporate Communication and Internal CommunicationsDevelop Corporate communication strategies to ensure employee engagement at all levels ofthe organisation. Developing the strategy and execution of a holistic communications andcorporate affairs capability, to enhance the brand and positioning of the SAWS. Implementthe company’s external and internal communication strategies including media relations,branding and reputation management. Ensure visibility of SAWS nationally and internationallyin line with World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) expectations. Foster closerelationships and engagement with all stakeholders including government departments.Marketing and BrandingConduct market research and constantly review the environmental trends, brand awarenessand competition initiatives. Review existing marketing channels and make recommendationsto maximize these resources. Review current in-house marketing collateral – website, e-resources and printed material and make recommendations to coordinate with proposedmarketing strategy to drive increased revenues. Develop and execute marketing strategiesfocused on increasing revenues.Human Capital ManagementRevise and implement human resources planning, recruitment, and succession planning andretention strategies. Develop and implement integrated human capital and developmentstrategies to attract and retain talent. Provide direction and guidance to Management andEmployees to ensure maintenance of sound human resources policies and practices. Influencemanagement and the operations of the ongoing need for transformation and drive itthroughout the organisation. Monitor the Employee Relations climate and provide advice onthe appropriate action to be taken to maintain harmonious climate. Development andimplementation of learning and development strategy and policies.Financial ManagementPrepare, manage and monitor the capital and operational budget of the Corporate andRegulatory Services Division, including total employee costs of the organisation to ensureeffective and efficient functioning and cost control. Analyze trends, operating requirementsand prepare capital and operating plans/estimates to determine funding for the financial year.Evaluate the HR/Corporate Affairs/ Facilities departments’ performance against the approvedbudget and addressing deviations/variances. Monitor, recommend and implement correctivemeasures to rectify deviations/acts contrary to budgetary provisions, financial regulations,audit requirements and departmental procedures. Authorize payment requests, requisitions,etc. regarding expenditure as delegated.Business Continuity ManagementDevelop and implement business continuity strategies and plans. Conduct organizationalbusiness impact analysis and risk assessments. Manage and maintain a robust monitoring,controls, business continuity, governance and risk management environment. Maintainproactive oversight in ensuring adherence to external and internal statutory and regulatorystandards, risk and compliance management. Provide, manage and maintain comprehensivebusiness status reporting with robust key performance / risk indicators.Minimum Requirements and Attributes:Minimum post-graduate degree, four-year qualification, recommended qualification: MBA orMasters equivalent with 10+ years senior management experience in corporate experience.The preferred candidate must be an innovative and resource driven leader who has a provenrecord of overall corporate management.Enquiries for the above-mentioned positions must be directed to: Mr. Tebatso Kekana, atTel. (012) 367 6000.Complete the E1 form and forward yourapplication (Comprehensive CV with copies of qualifications) stating the name of the position& the reference number to recruitment1@weathersa.co.za. No faxed or posted applicationswill be accepted.Closing Date: 09 October 2020Preference will be given People living with disabilities in line with SAWS EE targetsCorrespondence will be limited to short listed candidates only. Candidates who have not beencontacted within 3 months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept thatyour application was unsuccessful. The organisation reserves the right not to fill this position.South African Weather Service is an equal opportunity employer.Record Reference HCM-ADVERT- (Ref.WS01/092020)Quick Apply

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