Senior Manager: Ceo’s Office (Five (5)Years Fixed-Term Contract) (Central Office Hatfield) Jobs

Senior Manager: CEO’s Office (5-Year Fixed-Term Contract)

Agricultural Research Council (ARC) – Gauteng

ARC Vision: “Excellence in Agricultural Research and Development”

Key Details

• Job Type: Contract, Full-Time
• Qualification: Master’s or PhD in Agriculture/Science (MBA/MBL preferred)
• Experience: 8+ years (5 years at Senior Management level)
• Location: Hatfield, Gauteng
• Field: Agriculture/Agro-Allied

Role Overview

Lead strategic planning, performance monitoring, and executive support initiatives to drive organizational excellence in agricultural research.

Core Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership
  • Develop and implement organizational strategic plans
  • Monitor performance through key indicators (KPIs)
  • Conduct market/competitor analysis for informed decision-making
• Executive Support
  • Manage CEO office operations and stakeholder communications
  • Prepare executive reports and presentations
  • Oversee financial planning and budget monitoring
• Operational Excellence
  • Drive cross-departmental alignment with strategic goals
  • Manage critical projects from conception to delivery
  • Identify continuous improvement opportunities

Requirements

• PhD in Agriculture or Natural Sciences
• Proven track record in strategic management
• Strong grasp of agricultural research systems
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills
• Advanced business forecasting capabilities

Application Process

Interested candidates meeting requirements are invited to apply through the Agricultural Research Council’s online recruitment portal.

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