Educor is the largest private education supplier in Southern Africa., managing 10 educational brands across its more than 60 campuses and sites in South Africa and internationally. As a Group we possess a rich heritage with brands that have been in existence for many years. Since our inception in 2008, Educor has evolved into an education giant offering face-to-face, distance and online learning.<\/p>\n
Our face to face brands include Damelin, CityVarsity, ICESA and Central Technical College. Distance brands include INTEC College, Damelin Correspondence College (DCC) and our higher-education distance brand, Lyceum.<\/p>\n
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Job Title:\u00a0Chief Executive Officer\u00a0<\/strong> <\/p>\n JOB DESCRIPTION:<\/strong><\/p>\n Is responsible for leading the development and execution of the business\u2019s long-term strategy with a view to creating shareholder value.<\/p>\n MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022The leadership role entails day-to-day management of the business and the setting and implementation of short and long-term objectives relating to all commercial targets, operational services, business continuity, information security and risk management. This role is the first in command and responsible for providing strategic direction and creating a vision for success. <\/p>\n Setting and implementing the business strategy and direction:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022To be the driver of the strategic planning, budgeting and forecasting of business requirements and decision-making process \u2013 identifying markets and geographies for expansion and strategies for each area inclusive of product roadmaps for each. Setting and modelling the business culture and values:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022Foster a corporate culture that promotes ethical practices, customer focus and service and encourages individual integrity. Allocating capital to the business\u2019s priorities:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022Setting and confirming approval of annual budgets and targets. Legal, Regulatory compliance and Governance<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022To ensure effective internal controls and management information systems are in place REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022Bachelors or master\u2019s degree in Business Administration (or similar). COMPETENCIES OF THE JOB:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022Ability to operate as an effective tactical as well as strategic thinker.
\nLocation:<\/strong> Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
\nReference:<\/strong> # REF#
\nContract Type:<\/strong> Permanent
\nSalary:<\/strong> Market Related<\/p>\n
\n\u2022Responsible the setting and overall attainment of the business\u2019s strategic objectives.
\n\u2022Provides the leadership, management and vision necessary to ensure that the business has the proper operational controls, administrative and reporting procedures, people and systems in place to effectively grow and to ensure financial strength and operating efficiency.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022Build strong relationships with key external stakeholders, government, suppliers, etc. to ensure correct focus and direction for the Business at operations and technology level.
\n\u2022Ensure an effective and efficient operating model is maintained.
\n\u2022Develop and facilitate planning across the business.
\n\u2022Serve on all internal committees where applicable.
\n\u2022Ensure that risk is effectively addressed in all aspects of the business and the business is legally compliant in all areas.
\n\u2022Ensure that a proper infrastructure (building, systems and staff complement) is maintained and developed for the business.
\n\u2022Review Performance Improvement reports to determine effectiveness of interventions.
\n\u2022To oversee the day-to-day operations of the business.
\n\u2022To develop an annual operating plan that supports the business long-term operations strategy.
\n\u2022To drive the business\u2019s achievement and maintenance of a satisfactory competitive position within the industry.
\n\u2022Keep the Investment Principal and shareholder fully informed in a timely and candid manner of the conduct of the day-today operations of the business towards the achievement of its established goals and of all material deviations from the goals or objectives and policies established.
\n\u2022Coordinate the sustainability strategies of the Business.
\n\u2022Assess and manage the principal risks of the business within operations (proposals, projects and staffing).
\n\u2022Ensure strategic objectives shaped at Executive Management level are translated into tactical business plans with mechanisms for key measurements in place to monitor progress.
\n\u2022Ensure that business change projects are delivered.
\n\u2022Coordinate the efforts of the different operational areas under management to ensure minimal duplication of efforts, maximum efficiency and to maximize value for money.
\n\u2022Delivery of portfolio updates in line with the reporting requirements of the EPH Board
\n\u2022Delivery and maintenance of a portfolio plan and roadmap for development, showing key milestones, phase reviews and dependencies
\n\u2022Preparation of a phased portfolio budget, EPH financial accounting periods
\n\u2022Identification of any constraints and threats that may impact the ability of the portfolio to deliver required business benefits.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022Building a culture that will attract and retain diverse group of top-quality employees at all levels.
\n\u2022Build a culture and value set that is easily understood by employees across all levels and geographies that translates into a high-performance environment.
\n\u2022Ensuring that the culture and values are adopted and modelled.
\n\u2022Ensure that there is an effective succession plan in place for all key roles identified in the business.
\n\u2022Monitor the strict adherence to governance and setting high standards of professionalism across the functions.
\n\u2022Ensure that managers create effective workforce plans and recruitment demands plans for their areas.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022Allocating funds according to the budgets to ensure the success of key projects.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022To ensure that the Company has appropriate systems to enable it to conduct its activities both lawfully and ethically
\n\u2022To ensure that the Company maintains high standards of corporate citizenship and social responsibility wherever it does business.
\n\u2022To communicate effectively with shareholders, employees, Government authorities, other stakeholders and the public as the company representative.
\n\u2022To ensure the integrity of all public disclosure by the Company.
\n\u2022To abide by specific internally established control systems and authorities, to lead by personal example and encourage all employees to conduct their activities in accordance with all applicable laws and the Company\u2019s standards and policies, including its environmental, safety and health policies.<\/p>\n
\n\u202210 years+ of corporate managerial experience in a CEO\/Managing Director role within a property environment.
\n\u2022Strong ability to organise effectively, delegate responsibility, problem solve and communicate clearly.
\n\u2022Evidence of leading a high-performance culture.
\n\u2022Evidence of disruption in a previous role.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022Has leadership and management abilities.
\n\u2022Excellent planning and organizing competencies.
\n\u2022Excellent judgment and creative problem-solving skills including negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
\n\u2022Good team player.
\n\u2022Excellent attention to detail.
\n\u2022Excellent communication skills especially verbal and written English.
\n\u2022Able to work independently.
\n\u2022Ability to function in a highly pressurized environment.
\n\u2022High level of integrity.
\n\u2022Ability to balance teams needs with business objectives.
\n\u2022Strong mentoring, coaching experience to a team with diverse levels of expertise.
\n\u2022Ability to delegate to the right team member.<\/p>\n