Planning and Strategy:

• Contribute to the design and implementation of the department’s strategy and roadmap by providing function-specific inputs


• Establish and implement the function’s operational plans in support of the department’s overall strategic plan and KPIs


• Monitor department’s progress periodically, assess progress of key projects / initiatives and guide team to resolve issues / challenges in achieving the planned objectives

Budget:

• Participate in department’s annual budgeting cycle and process


• Contribute to utilizing department’s budget effectively, and report accurately on progress made and challenges encountered


• Investigate and propose implementing strategies that result in positive financial impact for the directorate / department and mitigate financial and operational risks

Public Relations & Media Activities:

• Establish communication channels with the media and handle public relations programs with major stakeholders


• Develop effective public relations program and guide team to participate in events / exhibitions


• Handle public relations matters effectively involving customers, government authorities, ANSPs. Etc.


• Open communication channels within the organizations between leadership and employees and establish a high reach environment


• Contribute to the Employee Engagement Programs and support it with all kinds of services


• Maintain and update the content on the organization’s website

Event management:

• Brainstorm and implement event plans and concepts.


• Liaise and negotiating with vendors.


• Obtain permits and deal with logistics


• Develop event feedback surveys.


• Handle post-event reports.

Policies, Processes and Procedures:

• Manage the development and implementation of department’s policies / controls covering all areas of activity so that all relevant procedural / legislative requirements are fulfilled


• Manage department’s activities to ensure compliance with stipulated policies and procedures


• Lead the management of change through continuous improvement of department’s systems and processes considering leading practices, changes in technology, business environment, etc.

People Management:

• Manage, guide and assist direct reports to perform their functional operations


• Participate in identifying and recruiting key talent for the department


• Promote a high-performance working environment embracing SANS’s values

Job Details

Preferred Candidate