21 Management Development jobs in South Africa

We are looking for an Organizational Development Specialist for a 3 Months Contract Must have: A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, Human Resources Management,Industrial or Organizational Design/Development qualification. At least eight years relevant experience in Organizational Design. Experience in working across sizeable and complex organizations, successfullyimplementing organization design / development projects, supporting significantbusiness change. Roads, engineering or Construction background Experience in the following is required:o Evaluating organizational structures,o Conducting Job Analysis,o Conducting job classifications,o Compiling job descriptions,o Conducting job matching,o Validating minimum qualification requirements Urgently forward CVs to #J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: South Africa (with international travel)

Reporting To: CEO

Job Overview:

My client is seeking a highly skilled and dynamic Chief Operations Officer to serve as the CEO's right hand in driving strategic initiatives, overseeing daily operations, and expanding our presence within the aviation industry. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in business and financial management, excellent negotiation skills, and extensive contacts within the aviation sector. This role requires a charismatic leader with exceptional presentation, networking abilities, and the ability to work closely with the CEO to implement strategic vision and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership & Implementation: Support the CEO in executing the company's vision and strategic plans, ensuring alignment across all operational facets.
• Operational Management: Oversee day-to-day business operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and consistency in service delivery.
• Financial Oversight: Manage budgets, financial planning, and reporting, ensuring profitability and cost control.
• Business Development & Networking: Cultivate and leverage contacts within the aviation industry, negotiate deals, and identify new business opportunities.
• Industry Expertise: Maintain a deep understanding of the aviation sector, including market trends, regulatory requirements, and competitive landscape.
• Travel & Representation: Represent the company at global networking events, conferences, and industry gatherings.
• Team Leadership: Lead and motivate teams, fostering a culture of excellence and professionalism.
• Brand & Marketing Coordination: Collaborate with marketing teams to enhance brand presence, leveraging your insights and industry connections.
• Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure all operations adhere to industry standards, legal requirements, and safety protocols.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Proven experience in senior business management, ideally within the aviation industry.
• Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets and financial reports.
• Extensive contacts within the aviation sector and excellent negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to operate with a high level of professionalism and presence.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to implement complex initiatives.
• Experience or background in marketing management is advantageous.
• Willingness to travel internationally on a regular basis.
• Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a similar qualification is preferred.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of relevant experience.
• Strong network within the aviation industry.
• Ability to work independently and report directly to the CEO.
• Valid passport and willingness to travel globally.

What They Offer:

• An exciting opportunity to shape and grow a forward-thinking company within the aviation sector.
• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• International exposure and networking opportunities.
• Dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment.

Location: South Africa (with international travel) Reporting To: CEO Job Overview: My client is seeking a highly skilled and dynamic Chief Operations Officer to serve as the CEO's right hand in driving strategic initiatives, overseeing daily operations, and expanding our presence within the aviation industry. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in business and financial management, excellent negotiation skills, and extensive contacts within the aviation sector. This role requires a charismatic leader with exceptional presentation, networking abilities, and the ability to work closely with the CEO to implement strategic vision and operational excellence.Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership & Implementation: Support the CEO in executing the company's vision and strategic plans, ensuring alignment across all operational facets. Operational Management: Oversee day-to-day business operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and consistency in service delivery. Financial Oversight: Manage budgets, financial planning, and reporting, ensuring profitability and cost control. Business Development & Networking: Cultivate and leverage contacts within the aviation industry, negotiate deals, and identify new business opportunities. Industry Expertise: Maintain a deep understanding of the aviation sector, including market trends, regulatory requirements, and competitive landscape. Travel & Representation: Represent the company at global networking events, conferences, and industry gatherings. Team Leadership: Lead and motivate teams, fostering a culture of excellence and professionalism. Brand & Marketing Coordination: Collaborate with marketing teams to enhance brand presence, leveraging your insights and industry connections. Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure all operations adhere to industry standards, legal requirements, and safety protocols. Qualifications & Skills: Proven experience in senior business management, ideally within the aviation industry. Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets and financial reports. Extensive contacts within the aviation sector and excellent negotiation skills. Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities. Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to operate with a high level of professionalism and presence. Strategic thinker with the ability to implement complex initiatives. Experience or background in marketing management is advantageous. Willingness to travel internationally on a regular basis. Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a similar qualification is preferred. Minimum of 8-10 years of relevant experience. Strong network within the aviation industry. Ability to work independently and report directly to the CEO. Valid passport and willingness to travel globally. What They Offer: An exciting opportunity to shape and grow a forward-thinking company within the aviation sector. Competitive salary and performance-based incentives. International exposure and networking opportunities. Dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment.

Our Client is looking to appoint a suitably qualified and competent Senior OD Business Partner. Duties & Responsibilities

• Change Management: Lead and facilitate organizational change efforts. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure smooth transitions during restructuring, process improvements, and cultural shifts;
• Leadership Development: Design and deliver leadership programs that empower managers and executives to lead effectively. Foster a growth mindset and promote continuous learning;
• Team Building: Create and facilitate team-building workshops to enhance collaboration, communication, and trust among teams;
• Culture Enhancement: Assess organizational culture, identify areas for improvement, and implement strategies to create a positive and inclusive work environment;
• Organizational Assessments: Conduct assessments to identify gaps and opportunities. Use data-driven insights to inform OD interventions;
• Strategic Planning: Align OD initiatives with Columbus Stainless’ strategic goals. Develop action plans and measure progress;
• Process Redesign: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve efficiency;
• Facilitate problem solving: Continuous improvement and process design workshops as and when required;
• HR Collaboration: Work closely with HR colleagues to integrate OD practices into talent management, performance reviews, and succession planning.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Degree in Business Psychology / Industrial Psychology or relevant;

A Honours degree will be an advantage;

Certificate: Organizational Development / Change Development / Leadership Development;

7 years' Organizational Development (OD) experience;

1 year HR Generalist experience;

1 year training experience;

Change Leadership: Ability to guide teams through complex transformations;

Data-Driven Approach: Proficient in using data and analytics to inform decision-making;

Facilitation Skills: Skilled in leading problem-solving workshops, focus groups, and training sessions;

Strategic Mindset: Understand the big picture and align OD efforts with business objectives;

Excellent Communication: Clear, concise, and persuasive communication skills;

Adaptability: Thrive in a dynamic environment and embrace ambiguity.

Package & Remuneration

A market-related salary is on offer.

Interested?

Should you be interested in this role, kindly apply to this Pnet advertisement ASAP. Only South African citizens will be considered for this role.

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Our Client is looking to appoint a suitably qualified and competent Senior OD Business Partner. Duties & Responsibilities Change Management: Lead and facilitate organizational change efforts. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure smooth transitions during restructuring, process improvements, and cultural shifts; Leadership Development: Design and deliver leadership programs that empower managers and executives to lead effectively. Foster a growth mindset and promote continuous learning; Team Building: Create and facilitate team-building workshops to enhance collaboration, communication, and trust among teams; Culture Enhancement: Assess organizational culture, identify areas for improvement, and implement strategies to create a positive and inclusive work environment; Organizational Assessments: Conduct assessments to identify gaps and opportunities. Use data-driven insights to inform OD interventions; Strategic Planning: Align OD initiatives with Columbus Stainless’ strategic goals. Develop action plans and measure progress; Process Redesign: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve efficiency; Facilitate problem solving: Continuous improvement and process design workshops as and when required; HR Collaboration: Work closely with HR colleagues to integrate OD practices into talent management, performance reviews, and succession planning. Desired Experience & Qualification Degree in Business Psychology / Industrial Psychology or relevant; A Honours degree will be an advantage; Certificate: Organizational Development / Change Development / Leadership Development; 7 years' Organizational Development (OD) experience; 1 year HR Generalist experience; 1 year training experience; Change Leadership: Ability to guide teams through complex transformations; Data-Driven Approach: Proficient in using data and analytics to inform decision-making; Facilitation Skills: Skilled in leading problem-solving workshops, focus groups, and training sessions; Strategic Mindset: Understand the big picture and align OD efforts with business objectives; Excellent Communication: Clear, concise, and persuasive communication skills; Adaptability: Thrive in a dynamic environment and embrace ambiguity. Package & Remuneration A market-related salary is on offer. Interested? Should you be interested in this role, kindly apply to this Pnet advertisement ASAP. Only South African citizens will be considered for this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Our Client is looking to appoint a suitably qualified and competent Senior OD Business Partner. Duties & Responsibilities Change Management: Lead and facilitate organizational change efforts. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure smooth transitions during restructuring, process improvements, and cultural shifts; Leadership Development: Design and deliver leadership programs that empower managers and executives to lead effectively. Foster a growth mindset and promote continuous learning; Team Building: Create and facilitate team-building workshops to enhance collaboration, communication, and trust among teams; Culture Enhancement: Assess organizational culture, identify areas for improvement, and implement strategies to create a positive and inclusive work environment; Organizational Assessments: Conduct assessments to identify gaps and opportunities. Use data-driven insights to inform OD interventions; Strategic Planning: Align OD initiatives with Columbus Stainless’ strategic goals. Develop action plans and measure progress; Process Redesign: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve efficiency; Facilitate problem solving: Continuous improvement and process design workshops as and when required; HR Collaboration: Work closely with HR colleagues to integrate OD practices into talent management, performance reviews, and succession planning. Desired Experience & Qualification Degree in Business Psychology / Industrial Psychology or relevant; A Honours degree will be an advantage; Certificate: Organizational Development / Change Development / Leadership Development; 7 years' Organizational Development (OD) experience; 1 year HR Generalist experience; 1 year training experience; Change Leadership: Ability to guide teams through complex transformations; Data-Driven Approach: Proficient in using data and analytics to inform decision-making; Facilitation Skills: Skilled in leading problem-solving workshops, focus groups, and training sessions; Strategic Mindset: Understand the big picture and align OD efforts with business objectives; Excellent Communication: Clear, concise, and persuasive communication skills; Adaptability: Thrive in a dynamic environment and embrace ambiguity. Package & Remuneration A market-related salary is on offer. Interested? Should you be interested in this role, kindly apply to this Pnet advertisement ASAP. Only South African citizens will be considered for this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Our client is well renowned FSP Asset manager is looking for an exceptional candidate to take on the role as the Head of Product Development in which you will be accountable for the strategic management of the design and implementation of the company’s Retail Investment Platforms product solutions and platform capabilities to ensure that the company delivers on its strategic objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Drive the design, development and implementation of profitable and competitive products that support the growth of the company. The company business includes the local retail investment platform, the international retail investment platform and structured solutions.
• Take the lead in the design and ongoing management and maintenance of the company local and international platform products to ensure they support clients and advisers in achieving their goals and are future fit from a business perspective.
• The product development team includes various capabilities including product design, product management, pricing and profitability management, revenue optimization, data analytics and insights and product structuring.
• Take the lead in identifying future differentiating capabilities to ensure that the Wealth offering remains ahead of competitor offerings and the preferred platform for meeting financial adviser needs and retail clients’ investment outcomes.
• Provide thought leadership and oversight for new and existing Wealth retail investment products from conceptualisation to launch, ensuring that the various stakeholders and governance processes are incorporated into the product development or maintenance process.
• Management and coordination of the ongoing review of products and platform capabilities to ensure regulatory compliance and competitiveness in relevant markets.
• Close collaboration with internal investment business units to unlock opportunities for vertical integration through the platform capability set and distribution network.
• Take the lead in presenting solutions and proposals to governance forums including the product management committee, business management committees, and divisional Excos, as required.
• Provide leadership for the content design of the product and platform-related aspects for marketing material, and adviser and client documentation including Terms and Conditions, statements, brochures, client letters, etc.
• Take the lead in ensuring the Wealth product development team stays abreast of local and global Wealth Management trends, research, and analysis to timeously identify opportunities in the market to develop new products, capabilities, and new areas of growth or to streamline or adjust the existing product offering.
• Close collaboration with the independent and tied distribution teams to ensure that market needs are well understood and incorporated in product design and maintenance decisions.
• Develop and oversee the implementation of competitive pricing strategies to drive short-term profitability and long-term business growth and shareholder value.
• Close collaboration with the Wealth propositional lead that will leverage the capability sets designed and implemented by the Retail Investment Product team, to wrap into marketable and fit-for-use propositions into the various advice segments in South Africa and the various international jurisdictions where the company has a presence.

Effectively lead a team:

• Create a positive work climate and culture to energize employees, give meaning to work, minimize work disruption, and maximize employee productivity.
• Demonstrate exemplary leadership behavior, through personal involvement, commitment, and dedication in support of the company Investment GRITx values.
• Drive a culture that guides and directs best practices, fostering an environment of continuous learning, improvement, and cohesiveness.
• Enable a learning and growth culture whereby information regarding successes, issues, trends, and ideas are actively shared between team members.
• Effectively manage performance within the team to ensure business objectives are achieved.
• Encourage innovation, change agility, and collaboration within the team.
• Self-management and teamwork (People)
• Develop and maintain productive and collaborative working relationships with peers, financial advisers’ clients, and internal and external stakeholders.
• Positively influence and participate in change initiatives.
• Continuously develop own expertise in terms of professional, industry, and legislation knowledge.
• Contribute to continuous innovation through the development, sharing, and implementation of new ideas.
• Take ownership of driving career development.
• Effectively manage time and ensure optimal productivity.
• Ensure technical product and legislative knowledge is always current in order to propose the most relevant and innovative client solutions and comply with governance requirements.

Competencies:

Business Acumen:

• Experience and in-depth knowledge of the LISP (platform) industry, including regulatory landscape, products and pricing.
• Understands the drivers of embedded value and the financial drivers of retail investment products.
• Ability to deal with high levels of complexity in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability and experience to lead a senior team with diverse skills and competencies to reach a common outcome.
• Drive a sense of urgency, focus, accountability, agility, and execution to deliver business results.
• Collaboration and the ability to consult broadly with internal and external stakeholders as input to the design and management of the Wealth platform product suite.
• Persuades, convinces influences, and inspires others, both within the company and externally to win support, and loyalty and gain commitment to the purpose of the Wealth business and the broader organisation.
• Manages self and relationships with others effectively, deals with ambiguity uncertainty, and pressure, and provides perspective in difficult situations.

Qualifications:

• Postgraduate degree in Actuarial Science.
• Fellow of the Actuarial Society of South Africa (ASSA).
• CFP or CFA qualification would be considered.

Experience:

• 8-10 years of retail investment LISP product development and management experience.
• 5 years of leadership experience.

Knowledge:

• Solid understanding of the regulations of the investment and LISP industry.

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Our client is well renowned FSP Asset manager is looking for an exceptional candidate to take on the role as the Head of Product Development in which you will be accountable for the strategic management of the design and implementation of the company’s Retail Investment Platforms product solutions and platform capabilities to ensure that the company delivers on its strategic objectives. Responsibilities: Drive the design, development and implementation of profitable and competitive products that support the growth of the company. The company business includes the local retail investment platform, the international retail investment platform and structured solutions. Take the lead in the design and ongoing management and maintenance of the company local and international platform products to ensure they support clients and advisers in achieving their goals and are future fit from a business perspective. The product development team includes various capabilities including product design, product management, pricing and profitability management, revenue optimization, data analytics and insights and product structuring. Take the lead in identifying future differentiating capabilities to ensure that the Wealth offering remains ahead of competitor offerings and the preferred platform for meeting financial adviser needs and retail clients’ investment outcomes. Provide thought leadership and oversight for new and existing Wealth retail investment products from conceptualisation to launch, ensuring that the various stakeholders and governance processes are incorporated into the product development or maintenance process. Management and coordination of the ongoing review of products and platform capabilities to ensure regulatory compliance and competitiveness in relevant markets. Close collaboration with internal investment business units to unlock opportunities for vertical integration through the platform capability set and distribution network. Take the lead in presenting solutions and proposals to governance forums including the product management committee, business management committees, and divisional Excos, as required. Provide leadership for the content design of the product and platform-related aspects for marketing material, and adviser and client documentation including Terms and Conditions, statements, brochures, client letters, etc. Take the lead in ensuring the Wealth product development team stays abreast of local and global Wealth Management trends, research, and analysis to timeously identify opportunities in the market to develop new products, capabilities, and new areas of growth or to streamline or adjust the existing product offering. Close collaboration with the independent and tied distribution teams to ensure that market needs are well understood and incorporated in product design and maintenance decisions. Develop and oversee the implementation of competitive pricing strategies to drive short-term profitability and long-term business growth and shareholder value. Close collaboration with the Wealth propositional lead that will leverage the capability sets designed and implemented by the Retail Investment Product team, to wrap into marketable and fit-for-use propositions into the various advice segments in South Africa and the various international jurisdictions where the company has a presence. Effectively lead a team: Create a positive work climate and culture to energize employees, give meaning to work, minimize work disruption, and maximize employee productivity. Demonstrate exemplary leadership behavior, through personal involvement, commitment, and dedication in support of the company Investment GRITx values. Drive a culture that guides and directs best practices, fostering an environment of continuous learning, improvement, and cohesiveness. Enable a learning and growth culture whereby information regarding successes, issues, trends, and ideas are actively shared between team members. Effectively manage performance within the team to ensure business objectives are achieved. Encourage innovation, change agility, and collaboration within the team. Self-management and teamwork (People) Develop and maintain productive and collaborative working relationships with peers, financial advisers’ clients, and internal and external stakeholders. Positively influence and participate in change initiatives. Continuously develop own expertise in terms of professional, industry, and legislation knowledge. Contribute to continuous innovation through the development, sharing, and implementation of new ideas. Take ownership of driving career development. Effectively manage time and ensure optimal productivity. Ensure technical product and legislative knowledge is always current in order to propose the most relevant and innovative client solutions and comply with governance requirements. Competencies: Business Acumen: Experience and in-depth knowledge of the LISP (platform) industry, including regulatory landscape, products and pricing. Understands the drivers of embedded value and the financial drivers of retail investment products. Ability to deal with high levels of complexity in a fast-paced environment. Ability and experience to lead a senior team with diverse skills and competencies to reach a common outcome. Drive a sense of urgency, focus, accountability, agility, and execution to deliver business results. Collaboration and the ability to consult broadly with internal and external stakeholders as input to the design and management of the Wealth platform product suite. Persuades, convinces influences, and inspires others, both within the company and externally to win support, and loyalty and gain commitment to the purpose of the Wealth business and the broader organisation. Manages self and relationships with others effectively, deals with ambiguity uncertainty, and pressure, and provides perspective in difficult situations. Qualifications: Postgraduate degree in Actuarial Science. Fellow of the Actuarial Society of South Africa (ASSA). CFP or CFA qualification would be considered. Experience: 8-10 years of retail investment LISP product development and management experience. 5 years of leadership experience. Knowledge: Solid understanding of the regulations of the investment and LISP industry. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Our client is well renowned FSP Asset manager is looking for an exceptional candidate to take on the role as the Head of Product Development in which you will be accountable for the strategic management of the design and implementation of the company’s Retail Investment Platforms product solutions and platform capabilities to ensure that the company delivers on its strategic objectives. Responsibilities: Drive the design, development and implementation of profitable and competitive products that support the growth of the company. The company business includes the local retail investment platform, the international retail investment platform and structured solutions. Take the lead in the design and ongoing management and maintenance of the company local and international platform products to ensure they support clients and advisers in achieving their goals and are future fit from a business perspective. The product development team includes various capabilities including product design, product management, pricing and profitability management, revenue optimization, data analytics and insights and product structuring. Take the lead in identifying future differentiating capabilities to ensure that the Wealth offering remains ahead of competitor offerings and the preferred platform for meeting financial adviser needs and retail clients’ investment outcomes. Provide thought leadership and oversight for new and existing Wealth retail investment products from conceptualisation to launch, ensuring that the various stakeholders and governance processes are incorporated into the product development or maintenance process. Management and coordination of the ongoing review of products and platform capabilities to ensure regulatory compliance and competitiveness in relevant markets. Close collaboration with internal investment business units to unlock opportunities for vertical integration through the platform capability set and distribution network. Take the lead in presenting solutions and proposals to governance forums including the product management committee, business management committees, and divisional Excos, as required. Provide leadership for the content design of the product and platform-related aspects for marketing material, and adviser and client documentation including Terms and Conditions, statements, brochures, client letters, etc. Take the lead in ensuring the Wealth product development team stays abreast of local and global Wealth Management trends, research, and analysis to timeously identify opportunities in the market to develop new products, capabilities, and new areas of growth or to streamline or adjust the existing product offering. Close collaboration with the independent and tied distribution teams to ensure that market needs are well understood and incorporated in product design and maintenance decisions. Develop and oversee the implementation of competitive pricing strategies to drive short-term profitability and long-term business growth and shareholder value. Close collaboration with the Wealth propositional lead that will leverage the capability sets designed and implemented by the Retail Investment Product team, to wrap into marketable and fit-for-use propositions into the various advice segments in South Africa and the various international jurisdictions where the company has a presence. Effectively lead a team: Create a positive work climate and culture to energize employees, give meaning to work, minimize work disruption, and maximize employee productivity. Demonstrate exemplary leadership behavior, through personal involvement, commitment, and dedication in support of the company Investment GRITx values. Drive a culture that guides and directs best practices, fostering an environment of continuous learning, improvement, and cohesiveness. Enable a learning and growth culture whereby information regarding successes, issues, trends, and ideas are actively shared between team members. Effectively manage performance within the team to ensure business objectives are achieved. Encourage innovation, change agility, and collaboration within the team. Self-management and teamwork (People) Develop and maintain productive and collaborative working relationships with peers, financial advisers’ clients, and internal and external stakeholders. Positively influence and participate in change initiatives. Continuously develop own expertise in terms of professional, industry, and legislation knowledge. Contribute to continuous innovation through the development, sharing, and implementation of new ideas. Take ownership of driving career development. Effectively manage time and ensure optimal productivity. Ensure technical product and legislative knowledge is always current in order to propose the most relevant and innovative client solutions and comply with governance requirements. Competencies: Business Acumen: Experience and in-depth knowledge of the LISP (platform) industry, including regulatory landscape, products and pricing. Understands the drivers of embedded value and the financial drivers of retail investment products. Ability to deal with high levels of complexity in a fast-paced environment. Ability and experience to lead a senior team with diverse skills and competencies to reach a common outcome. Drive a sense of urgency, focus, accountability, agility, and execution to deliver business results. Collaboration and the ability to consult broadly with internal and external stakeholders as input to the design and management of the Wealth platform product suite. Persuades, convinces influences, and inspires others, both within the company and externally to win support, and loyalty and gain commitment to the purpose of the Wealth business and the broader organisation. Manages self and relationships with others effectively, deals with ambiguity uncertainty, and pressure, and provides perspective in difficult situations. Qualifications: Postgraduate degree in Actuarial Science. Fellow of the Actuarial Society of South Africa (ASSA). CFP or CFA qualification would be considered. Experience: 8-10 years of retail investment LISP product development and management experience. 5 years of leadership experience. Knowledge: Solid understanding of the regulations of the investment and LISP industry. #J-18808-Ljbffr