Executive Head:Ventures Operations

Vodacom Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Overview Join to apply for the Executive Head:Ventures Operations role at Vodacom . Role Purpose / Business Unit The Ventures and Business Partnership team is driving the pivot of Vodacom Business into Intelligent Business, delivering end-to-end digital transformation solutions to customers and steadily reducing the percentage of revenue from connectivity. It builds an ecosystem around in-house capabilities beyond connectivity (IoT, Cloud, Hosting & Security) and adds Ventures’ capabilities (IoT, Managed Services, Payments security, Health, Agri and Edutech platforms) and Partners, including Big Tech to start-ups. Your Responsibilities Will Include Vodacom Ventures Strategy Formulation and Execution: Formulate, own and drive the ventures portfolio strategy in Vodacom Business to ensure alignment with shareholder expectations. Review and influence Vodacom Ventures (Subsidiaries) strategies to ensure alignment with Vodacom strategic objectives. Monitor Ventures strategy execution and provide guidance and support. Participate in the process surrounding potential investment acquisitions from identification, evaluation, to due diligence including legal, tax and finance considerations. Structure and negotiate formal agreements in conjunction with M&A. Ventures Portfolio Performance Management and Monitoring Provide business insights to Subsidiaries to ensure alignment with Vodacom Business performance and delivery. Maintain stewardship of company equity in all subsidiaries, including opportunities to increase value and assist on strategic initiatives (e.g., funding, forming new companies). Monitor and drive performance in line with Vodacom Business revenue and efficiency targets. Prepare annual/quarterly subsidiary reviews and forecasts aligned to performance objectives. Cultivate and maintain strategic long-term relationships with subsidiaries' management teams to achieve mutual benefit. Coordinate with VB Partnerships to leverage beneficial partnerships for subsidiaries. Governance And Control Ensure implementation of Vodacom / Best Practice governance and compliance frameworks within subsidiaries to mitigate risks. Coordinate governance and compliance activities between Vodacom and Subsidiaries. Support Ventures Board activities. Stakeholder & Relationship Management Develop and implement a refined engagement framework to enable seamless collaboration between Vodacom and subsidiaries. Establish and maintain strong relationships with key personnel within subsidiaries. Establish executive-level relationships with key subsidiaries and venture stakeholders to advance shared strategic goals. Build trust-based engagement models across internal and external stakeholders. Act as the executive sponsor in critical partnerships, ensuring escalations are resolved swiftly. The Ideal Candidate For This Role Will Have Postgraduate level qualification. Minimum 8 - 10 years relevant experience - essential. 5+ years’ experience in related consulting, entrepreneurial and/or business incubation is an advantage. A minimum of 5 years proven experience in Senior Management - essential. Working experience in the telecoms/ICT (advantageous). Core Competencies, Knowledge And Experience Understanding enterprise technology and services landscape, today and looking forward. Understanding the SA telecommunication and ICT industries and related technologies and standards. Interpersonal skills, adaptability and agility to work across all levels of an organization. Business planning, including financial and operational modeling. Leading cross-departmental and cross-functional teams effectively. Experience creating new routes to market through channel partners, joint ventures, or startups. Interest in emerging technologies and Next Big Thing. Previous involvement with Startup(s) and Corporate Ventures is valued. M&A experience is advantageous; experience defining new business models. Adaptable across large global companies and startups; delivery-focused with operational involvement. Additional Information Closing date for Applications: 21 October 2025 . The base location for this role is Vodacom, Midrand Campus . Vodacom is an Equal Opportunities employer. We encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply. We are committed to an inclusive culture that values diversity and inclusion. #J-18808-Ljbffr