Chief Officer Qualifications and Research (COQR) (EKE126)
Centurion
R1 - R1,5 Million per annum

Minimum Qualifications and Experience
NQF Level 9 qualification (Masters level) or relevant equivalent qualification
Minimum 10 years’ relevant experience in a top management position
In-depth knowledge of curriculum design and qualification development
Experience in a SETA environment is an added advantage
A results driven strategic thinker with a proven record of providing leadership.

Position reports directly to CEO
provide strategic leadership and guidance to the Enabling Unit (Qualification and Quality Assurance, Sector Skills Planning and Research Units) to achieve its strategic objectives.

Required knowledge, skills and competencies
Provide leadership on identification, development and registration of Qualifications and Learning Programmes,
Lead the Research agenda
Create and/or maintain corporate culture of quality management by implementing world class quality management systems (QMS)
Provide leadership i.r.o. adherence and contribution to relevant national QQA policies and practices
Building and maintaining strategic partnerships with relevant organisations and institutions, including
Build, lead and maintain an effective team within the Unit
Implement best practice performance management, coaching and mentorship methods
Provide strategic leadership on Risk Management within Unit
Lead the Unit to achieve set goals and targets within set timeframes
Provide leadership iro financial management as per the PFMA and any other relevant government policies
Uphold and lead good corporate governance within the Unit

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities and Attributes
Experience in and exposure to project management
Familiarity with QCTO requirements
Exposure to SETA environment
Be willing to work extended working hours from time to time in order to meet statutory requirements and/or deadlines/ Extensive travelling
Able to provide strong leadership, coaching and mentoring of team
Excellent writing, reporting and presentation skills
Financial management and budgeting skills

Closing date: 27th Feb 2018