Head of Operations

2 weeks ago

Sandton, South Africa TalentCru Full time

The Head of Project Development will be instrumental in driving the Localisation Support Fund's (LSF) mission by identifying, developing, and executing high- impact localisation projects. This role requires a strategic thinker with exceptional business development skills, a strong ability to build lasting relationships across diverse stakeholders, and the capability to translate strategic objectives into tangible outcomes that enhance South Africa's industrial growth and localisation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Project Identification and Execution: Lead the identification, development, and execution of high-impact localisation projects, ensuring alignment with LSF's strategic objectives.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Cultivate and manage relationships with key stakeholders, including industry leaders, government officials, and public- private partnerships.
  • Sector Collaboration: Partner with sector experts to identify opportunities that catalyse industrial growth and localisation efforts.
  • Proposal Development: Develop robust project proposals, including financial models and impact assessments, and present them for project committee approval.
  • Project Delivery: Oversee the execution of approved projects, ensuring delivery within scope, budget, and timelines.
  • Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of Project Developers, fostering a results-driven and high-performance
  • Network Development: Build and maintain a network of industry, finance, and consulting professionals to inform project development and
  • Key Business Partner: Act as a key business partner to the CEO and senior leadership team, contributing to strategic decision-making and ensuring project initiatives align with broader organisational objectives.
Key Qualifications
  • Postgraduate degree in operations management, industrial engineering, manufacturing, business administration, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 8–10 years of experience in strategic operational roles, with a focus on manufacturing, industrial development, or localisation.
  • Demonstrated track record of managing complex operational frameworks and delivering scalable solutions.
Key Competencies
  • Proven expertise in strategic procurement, resource management, and operational
  • Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder
  • Advanced understanding of manufacturing processes, particularly within the South African industrial
  • Strategic thinking combined with a results-oriented approach to problem- solving and execution.
  • Exceptional leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build consensus and drive collaborative success.
  • Proficiency in designing and implementing monitoring and evaluation

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