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Performance areas: Seeking a strategic and visionary leader to oversee and drive leadership, strategy development and execution, financial sustainability, capability development, operational excellence, performance, and governance within the division.
Education and Experience- Masters in science, engineering, technology, innovation and commerce or a closely related field
- An MBA will be an added advantage.
- At least 10 years in business or technology development, innovation and engineering environment, with a minimum of 5 years in a senior or top management role.
- Innovation Leadership: A proven capacity to lead cutting-edge programmes;
- Strategic Management: Proven track record of the ability to run a national or international business unit efficiently.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Experience in national and international presence and advocacy;
- Governance: Understanding of compliance, finance and organisational systems.
- Leadership abilities
- Organisational skills
- Analytical skills
- Critical thinking abilities
- Project management
- Productivity management
- Business development
- Strategic thinking
Executive Director
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- Earth Centre
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Facing financial and operational challenges, the Centre requires dynamic leadership to drive sustainability, growth, and impact.
Location : Ruimsig, Gauteng, South Africa (with hybrid engagement flexibility).
Position Type : Volunteer-based (honorarium negotiable based on budget availability). The Board is committed to transitioning this role into a remunerated position aligned with the EARTH Centre’s financial sustainability targets, performance-linked criteria, and employment equity and transparency principles.
Start Date : As soon as possible.
Purpose of the Role: To lead and strategically develop the Earth Centre as a flagship provider of Equine-Assisted Therapy. The Executive Director will focus on raising visibility, mobilizing funding, forming strategic partnerships, acquiring and maintaining a suitable herd, and supporting the Board in governance and sustainability planning.
Roles and Responsibilities
Strategic Planning and Leadership
- Guide the organisation’s vision; develop multi-year strategic goals, objectives, and strategic targets and programmes; and work closely with the board to drive impact and growth.
- Implement the board approved multi-year strategic plan.
- Manage daily operations including human and equine resources, compliance, reporting, and programme implementation.
- Build a strong culture of collaboration and accountability.
- Assess organisational strengths, identify development areas, and implement targeted capacity-building programmes for staff, volunteers, and beneficiaries.
- Ensure effective policy and procedure development.
- Create and manage the annual budget, ensure financial sustainability, and oversee all accounting and financial compliance tasks.
- Create and execute a fundraising strategy for donors, CSI programs, and grants.
- Lead and manage all fundraising efforts including online donations, grants, events, and individual donations.
- Develop donor proposals and manage reporting obligations.
- Cultivate sustainable relationships and partnerships with educational institutions, rehabilitation centres, disability advocacy organisations, private and government institutions with active corporate CSI programmes, and veterinary services to enhance the EARTH Centre’s reach, expand its donor base, and ensure its financial sustainability.
- Serve as the public face of the EARTH Centre. Build and maintain community partnerships, handle media relations, and promote the Centre’s mission.
- Position the Centre as a leader in inclusive therapy services.
- Ensure the highest standards of animal welfare in the acquisition, care, retirement, and ethical treatment of all equine therapy partners in accordance with international equine welfare standards and norms.
- Work with therapists and vets to optimize therapy outcomes.
- Act as a bridge between board and staff. Keep the board informed, involved, and aligned with organisational goals.
- Report to and support the Board of Directors by contributing to effective governance. This includes (but is not limited to) annual audits, regulatory compliance and reporting, compliance with the Companies and NPO Act, and ensuring that the EARTH Centre complies with the highest standards of financial accountability and ethical leadership.
Ideal Candidate Profile
We seek a leader with a background in non-profit management, fundraising, or strategic development. Experience in child development, therapy, education, or equine care is advantageous. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, a passion for community service and animal rights, and the ability to work with limited resources while creating sustainable impact.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Non-Profit Management, Business, Public Administration, or a related field.
- 5–10 years of experience in leadership or fundraising roles.
- Familiarity with South African NPO regulations and funding landscape.
How to apply
Please submit a CV, cover letter, and a motivation statement to:
Email:
Enquiries: Mahlatsi Manyama )
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Early applications are encouraged. Reasonable accommodations will be made during the recruitment process.
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Executive Director
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- Just Share
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We are looking for a determined, courageous, innovative leader with a proven record of impact. In joining our team, you’ll play a pivotal role in building capacity within the investment community, championing active ownership and strategic capital allocation to tackle the climate crisis, drive fair pay, equity, and leadership transformation, and creating a regulatory environment that supports and incentivises a just transition.
The role is based at Just Share’s offices in Plumstead, Cape Town.
Roles and Responsibilities
Leadership and strategic vision
- Provide strategic and empowering leadership to a growing, mission-driven team.
- Develop and oversee implementation of the organisation’s strategic plan, activities, objectives and campaign strategies.
- Understand and tackle complex, interconnected challenges in climate and socio-economic justice.
- Balance resource allocation across multiple concurrent campaigns while maintaining focus and tracking impact.
- Oversee monitoring, evaluation and learning to ensure strategies and tactics remain effective and relevant.
- Lead with clarity and determination through periods of transformation and growth.
- Develop and implement fundraising strategy and build and maintain funder relationships to secure long-term sustainability.
- Manage budgeting, financial reporting, funder reporting, and regulatory compliance.
- Work closely with and report to the board of directors.
- Ensure strong governance practices and regulatory compliance.
- Lead recruitment and onboarding of new board members.
- Oversee operations, financial management, human resources and programme implementation.
- Ensure an effective organisational structure with clear reporting lines and accountability.
- Lead staff recruitment, training, professional development, and performance management.
- Maintain and strengthen organisational culture aligned with mission and values.
- Design, oversee and adapt advocacy and activism campaigns.
- Manage engagements with companies, institutional investors and regulators.
- Act as the organisation’s primary spokesperson, clearly communicating complex issues to media and stakeholders.
- Build and maintain partnerships with civil society, community-based organisations, investors, policymakers, and academic institutions.
The Executive Director must meet the following criteria:
- 7 to 10+ years in non-profit leadership or a related sector, managing multi-disciplinary teams and complex projects.
- Background in sustainable finance, law, investment management, economics, climate policy, environmental science or social/environmental justice advocacy.
- Excellent written (publication-level) and verbal communication skills.
- Integrity and resilience, and the ability to thoughtfully navigate complex external relationships.
- Confidence to engage diplomatically with diverse stakeholders, inspire action and navigate uncertainty.
- Proven ability to secure funding through grants, donations, and partnerships.
- Proven ability to establish, nurture, and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with funders and partners.
- Ability to manage a dynamic, high-pressure working environment, respond positively to setbacks, and balance competing priorities.
- Strong understanding of corporate governance, responsible investment, and capital markets’ responses to climate and inequality issues.
- Knowledge of climate science and relevant policy and legislative frameworks (local and international).
- Insight into how corporate behaviour affects social and environmental outcomes, and how climate science and inequality metrics inform accountability.
- Ability to distill research and analysis into actionable recommendations and complex issues into compelling narratives for diverse audiences.
- Openness to learning from both successes and failures, and to adopting innovative tactics and strategies.
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Executive Director
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Executive Director – Pensions & New Markets
Executive Director
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Job Ref:
AG
Date posted:
Monday, June 16, 2025
Location:
Johannesburg, South Africa
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CTC
SUMMARY:
Executive Director – Pensions & New Markets
POSITION INFO:
Our client, a leading pensions company, is seeking an experienced and visionary leader to spearhead their expansion into new markets. This role is ideal for a dynamic leader with a background in the pensions industry, credit/loans, or fintech, who has a proven track record of creating innovative products and driving business growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute strategies to enter new markets and expand the company''s footprint.
- Leading the creation and implementation of new financial products tailored to diverse market needs.
- Building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, partners, and regulators.
- Monitoring market trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities and mitigate risks.
- Providing strategic leadership and guidance to the executive team and other departments.
- Ensuring the company''s financial stability and growth through effective risk management and resource allocation.
- Degree/Post Graduate Degree in – Finance, Actuarial, Statistics, Econometrics or Maths
- 10 +years of Industry related experience (pensions industry, asset management credit/loans, or fintech.)
- Broad knowledge of tax.
- Proven experience in the pensions industry, credit/loans, or fintech.
- Strong track record of developing and launching successful financial products.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills.
- In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance standards.
- Exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
- Seniority level Executive
- Employment type Full-time
- Job function Business Development and Sales
- Industries Advertising Services
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OverviewUnder the general direction of the Chief Administrative Officer, Division of the Vice-President and Provost (DVPP), the Executive Director, Business Services (ED) provides strategic oversight of business services that support a diverse range of Vice-Provostial academic and student service portfolios across the division. The ED will ensure that business functions are delivered efficiently and effectively, responsive to the evolving needs of each portfolio, and deliver high-impact services to the university community. The ED is responsible for the business management of the DVPP and will oversee business processes across the division to uphold public standards of stewardship, remain compliant with financial and operational policy, and lead a student- and faculty-focused approach.
Under the CAO’s oversight, the ED will oversee budget planning cycles, procurement management, capital projects, business operations, space planning, and financial reporting. The incumbent will manage budget cycles for different funding sources and governance requirements, ensure resource allocations are optimized, and ensure financial and business processes are efficient and effective. The ED will drive operational excellence in business services, ensuring functions are efficient, coordinated, and designed with user needs in mind. In partnership with DVPP portfolios, the ED will evaluate and refine service models, and work toward the best organizational design to meet service needs while maintaining a focus on value creation and continuous improvement.
The ED will serve as a divisional resource and a point of contact for academic divisions and other shared service divisions for reliable and confidential maintenance of funding agreements, exercising discretion, and providing exemplary service as a representative of the Provost division.
The Division of the Vice-President and Provost (DVPP) is a shared service division under the leadership of the Vice-President and Provost and is organized into business units led by various Vice-Provosts. The Office of the Vice-President and Provost provides direct support to the Provost, as well as strategic support to each Vice-Provostial portfolio and all divisions across the university.
QualificationsI. EDUCATION: University degree preferably in business administration or related field plus professional designation; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Finance or accounting designation (e.g. CA, CMA, CGA, CFA) is an asset. Certification in Project Management Professional (PMP) and/or LEAN Six Sigma is considered an asset.
II. EXPERIENCE: Minimum ten (10) years of related business services, budgeting, and operational experience in a higher education environment, a large public sector setting or a large complex environment. Significant experience with administrative management systems (FIS, HRIS, RIS) and with University budgeting / financial policies and procedures. Experience managing staff in a unionized environment.
III. SKILLS: Advanced computer skills, particularly Excel. Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI. Advanced knowledge of the University’s Administrative Management Systems (FIS, HRIS and RIS) or similar. Proven ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to a large and diverse community of stakeholders. Effective and creative problem solver with good judgment. Demonstrated ability to plan and execute complex projects and manage conflicting priorities while working toward tight deadlines.
IV. OTHER: Highly detail oriented and accurate with exceptional analytical skills. Commitment to providing a high level of service to a large group of stakeholders. Ability to take initiative and respond to change. Ability to influence others and lead change in business and administrative practices. Maintain confidentiality for sensitive matters and assess information to make decisions regarding matters confidential to labour relations. Ability to lead and assemble working groups and committees, provide leadership to guide and oversee their efforts. Proven analytical and conceptual thinking skills. Translate statistical and analytical results into easily understood terms. Demonstrated commitment to equity and diversity. Understanding of the Division’s objectives and ability to achieve its priorities.
Closing Date: 09/14/2025, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: Salaried
Personnel Subarea: PM
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: PM 7 -- Hiring Zone: $142,651 - $66,427 -- Broadband SalaryRange: 142,651 - 237,752
Job Category: Administrative / Managerial
Diversity Statement
The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.
Accessibility Statement
The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission. The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and provides accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact
#J-18808-LjbffrExecutive Creative Director
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The Executive Creative Director is responsible for leading and inspiring the creative vision of our agency.
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The Executive Creative Director is responsible for leading and inspiring the creative vision of our agency.
Reporting to the Chief Creative Officer, you will oversee a team of talented creatives, ensuring the agency delivers exceptional creative work across all communication channels.
We are seeking a visionary individual to champion creative excellence and innovation, playing a pivotal role in shaping the creative direction of our work, ensuring that it resonates in key markets?
Responsibilities
Creative Leadership
- Drive the development of innovative and compelling creative concepts that align with client objectives and brand identity
- Foster a culture of creativity and innovation within the agency
- Ensure the highest standards of quality and execution in all creative deliverables
- From traditional to digital to experiential channels, your expertise will be instrumental in crafting compelling and impactful creative solutions
- Collaborate with clients and account teams to understand their business objectives and challenges
- Develop strategic creative solutions that drive brand awareness, engagement, and business results
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of market trends and consumer behaviour
- Oversee and mentor a team of creatives, providing guidance, support, and inspiration
- Foster a collaborative and creative work environment
- Recruit, develop, and retain top creative talent
- Foster a collaborative and supportive environment within the team and broader agency
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients based on honesty, integrity, and sound creative judgment, acting as a trusted advisor and strategic partner
- Effectively communicate creative concepts and strategies to clients
- Address client feedback and make necessary adjustments to creative deliverables
- Lead your portfolio of brands with a keen understanding of their commercial landscape
- Offer valuable recommendations that positively impact our ability to deliver bold and innovative work
- Demonstrate a deep understanding and natural curiosity of all communication channels, including digital, print, and broadcast
- Develop creative concepts that are tailored to the unique characteristics of each channel
- Ensure maximum consistency and integration across all channels
Qualifications
- Tertiary Degree or Diploma in creative arts, marketing or communications is an advantage
- 10-15 years’ experience as Creative Director
- Strong conceptual ability demonstrated by an impressive portfolio of work
- Experience in omni-channel advertising is crucial
- Proven experience as an innovative, inspirational, collaborative Creative Director within advertising or a related field
- Strong portfolio showcasing exceptional creative problem-solving, conceptual ability and executional excellence across various channels
- Ability to lead and inspire a team of creative professionals
- Deep understanding of culture, trends, and production
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Strong attention to detail and organizational ability
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- A curiosity and passion for creativity, an openness to learn, and a commitment to delivering exceptional results
- Accountable, with strong ability to balance working personally on projects, as well as decisive, insightful oversight of campaign development within your teams
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 Suite (MS Word, MS PowerPoint, etc.) and Adobe CS
- Team player with the ability to collaborate with broader teams
- Ability to remain calm in a fast-paced environment
- Creative out-of-the-box thinker
- People-focused, approachable, dependable, emotionally intelligent, empathetic and compassionate
- Proactive and resilient
- Deadline and solution driven
- Meticulous with excellent attention to detail
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- Seniority level Executive
- Employment type Full-time
- Job function Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
- Industries Advertising Services
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#J-18808-LjbffrExecutive Creative Director
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Job ID -5201
Job Purpose:
To gain new business, maintain and develop relationship with customers, achieving new business targets.
Monthly new business revenue target is based on 2.5 X CTC.
Effective JAN-DEC date range.
Accountabilities and Performance Measures:
- Minimum of 6 new business meetings per week, throughout cold calling and referrals.
- Usage of Reach, new business meetings uploaded weekly.
- Minimum of 1 new business account signed per month (Linked to monthly CTC revenue target).
- Quarterly revenue achieved review (As per company penalty guideline).
Skills:
- Sound negotiation skills
- An eye for business opportunities
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
- Ability to persuade and sell
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Problem solving and creative thinking
- Strategic and Consultative Selling
- Integrity
- Drive for results
- Stress Tolerance
Company Overview:
Since our founding in 1982 we have grown to become a world leader in comprehensive transport and delivery solutions for business and consumers. Headquartered in Dubai, at the heart of the world’s most dynamic commercial hub and on the site of historic trade routes linking east and west, commerce and transport are deeply embedded in Aramex’s DNA. We are dedicated to transforming the face of trade, expanding our operations rapidly to better connect businesses and consumers worldwide.
About the Company:Aramex is an Emirati multinational logistics, courier and package delivery company based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
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