Executive Manager: Corporate Support (Five (5) Years Fixed-Term Contract) (Central Office Hatfield) Jobs

Executive Manager: Corporate Support
(Five-Year Fixed-Term Contract | Central Office Hatfield)

About the Role

Lead strategic corporate operations for South Africa’s premier agricultural research institution. We seek an experienced leader to optimize Human Capital, Legal, and Marketing functions while driving organizational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

• Develop and implement corporate strategies aligned with organizational objectives
• Advise executive leadership and board committees on human capital matters
• Manage multidisciplinary teams across HR, Legal, and Marketing departments

Operational Excellence

• Oversee workforce planning, talent development, and performance management
• Ensure compliance with employment regulations and equity standards
• Manage budgets up to R[XX million] with cost-effective resource allocation

Organizational Development

• Drive culture transformation and change management initiatives
• Resolve complex workplace disputes and crisis situations
• Promote ethical standards and values across all operational levels

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree (NQF 8) in HR, Business Administration, or related field
  Preferred: Master’s/PhD qualification
• Experience: 8+ years senior leadership experience with:
  • 5+ years at executive management level
  • Proven HR strategy development in complex organizations
  • Board/committee collaboration experience
• Skills:
  • Strategic planning and risk management
  • Cross-functional team leadership
  • Stakeholder engagement and conflict resolution

Application Details

Closing Date: 12 September 2025

Submit applications through the Agricultural Research Council’s official recruitment portal. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Agricultural Research Council promotes employment equity. Candidates from designated groups are encouraged to apply.