Senior Operations Officer

6 days ago


Pretoria, South Africa IFC Systems Corporation Full time

**Senior Operations Officer**

**Job #**:

- req30270**Organization**:

- World Bank**Sector**:

- Operations**Grade**:

- GG**Term Duration**:

- 3 years 0 months**Recruitment Type**:

- Local Recruitment**Location**:

- Pretoria,South Africa**Required Language(s)**:

- English**Preferred Language(s)**:
**Closing Date**:

- 11/20/2024 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC**Description**

**CMU Context**

The South Africa Country Management Unit (AECS1) comprises 5 diverse countries, 4 IBRD (Eswatini, Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa), and 1 IDA (Lesotho) with integrated economies through membership of the Southern Africa Customs Union (SACU). The CMU oversees a wide range of Bank activities, a growing program in multiple sectors and a strong program of country innovative knowledge, analytics, and technical assistance, all oriented to be demand-driven.

The South Africa CMU is recruiting a Senior Operations Officer to play a lead role in the CMU’s operations team, under the management of the Operations Manager. The duty station for this position is Pretoria, South Africa.

**Duties and Accountabilities**

A seasoned and dynamic development professional is required to join the South Africa Country Management Unit as a Senior Operations Officer. The Senior Operations Officer is a key member of the CMU’s operations team led by the Operations Manager. The Senior Operations Officer will support the Operations Manager in the planning, delivery, implementation, and monitoring of the unit's work program. More specifically, the Senior Operations Officer will undertake the following principle tasks:
1. Operations Quality Management. Help ensure strategic and high-quality lending and non-lending products by playing a central role in the CMU’s operational clearance function. Review operational documents in the project cycle and analytical products. Ensure operational compliance and promote best practices and distill and disseminate operational lessons learned. Bring ideas and contribute to continuous CMU efforts to improve CMU processes and procedures. Support the preparation of the unit’s operational quality tables and reports. Participate in selected missions to remain abreast of sector and country developments.

2. Portfolio Implementation Support. Play an active role in managing the operational quality of the ongoing South African CMU lending and non-lending program. This requires taking a proactive role in reviewing and monitoring country portfolio performance in close collaboration with the CMU country resident representatives and operations offices; technical project teams; fiduciary, safeguards, and legal staff; and government counterparts. Identify and assess implementation problems and bring them to the attention of the Operations Manager. Assist project teams in addressing complex operational challenges that emerge during implementation, liaising with World Bank operational departments as needed. Also, oversee and participate in periodic country portfolio performance reviews and monitor follow-up.

3. Relationship Management. Play a key role in ensuring timely coordination with counterpart institutions, including the National Treasury (NT), line Ministries, development partners, and other stakeholders on operational matters. Support program delivery and implementation, portfolio development, and the preparation of strategy products, including being the coordination and integration point for the extended country team and providing guidance and advice on country developments, operational priorities, and strategies, as needed. Maintain strong relationship with government counterparts, development partners, civil society organizations, RVP Front Office, Verticals, IFC, MIGA, and other WBG entities. Help foster teamwork and cross-sectoral cooperation on program preparation and implementation.

4. CMU Support. Assist business planning and work program preparation, budget allocation, monitoring of work program and budget implementation, quarterly reviews, and progress reporting in collaboration with the Operations Manager. Support the CMU by preparing and reviewing letters, notes, briefs and other documents for internal or external clients. Contribute to Work Program Management by i) supporting the preparation of the Work Program Agreements (WPAs) and budget allocation; ii) monitoring and analyzing work progress, budget execution, and staff deployments by GP, using data from current and previous fiscal years; iii) supporting GP task teams in problem-solving; iv) detecting challenges and opportunities; and v) advising CD and OM accordingly.

5. Country Strategy Documents. Support the preparation of Country Engagement products (Country Partnership Frameworks, Performance and Learning Reviews, etc.), including supporting the consultative process with external partners; conceptualizing the storyline, pillars, and objectives; organizing inputs from Bank teams; drafting sections of these documents; and preparing the res



  • Pretoria, South Africa World Bank Group Full time

    **Job #**: - req30270**Organization**: - World Bank**Sector**: - Operations**Grade**: - GG**Term Duration**: - 3 years 0 months**Recruitment Type**: - Local Recruitment**Location**: - Pretoria,South Africa**Required Language(s)**: - English**Preferred Language(s)**: **Closing Date**: - 11/20/2024 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC**Description** **CMU...

  • Senior Manager

    4 months ago


    Pretoria, South Africa Professional Sourcing Full time

    **Job Overview**: **Senior Manager - Head Office Security Operations** - _ **Location: Hybrid / Pretoria, Gauteng** **Position Overview**: **A well established and reputable financial services group** is seeking to appoint an experienced **Senior Team Leader **- **Head Office Security Operations**. The main purpose of this position is to **provide...


  • Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa Agrimark Operations Limited Full time

    About the RoleSeeking a seasoned Business Manager to oversee fuel and convenience store operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in retail sales and proven experience in a managerial capacity.Key ResponsibilitiesManage fuel and convenience store operations, including sales, staff, inventory, and administrative systems.Develop and...


  • Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa Capital Recruit Full time

    Job Title: Office Administrator/ManagerJob Summary:Capital Recruit is seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Office Administrator/Manager to join our team. As a key member of our management team, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient operation of our office and providing administrative support to our senior management.Key...


  • Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa Network International Full time

    {"title": "Chief Operating Officer", "description": "Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Chief Operating Officer to join our team at Network International. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the bank, including IT, HR, Regulatory Compliance, Customer Service, and other departments.Key...


  • Pretoria, South Africa Innovative Knowledge Worx Full time

    Wr are looking for a senior office administrator to: - oversee administrative tasks, - manage office procedures, - supervise support staff. - coordinate office activities, - handle correspondence, - ensure smooth day-to-day operations. - personnel coordination, - implement efficiency improvements. - Strong organizational and leadership skills are...


  • Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa Capital Recruit Full time

    The Office Administrator/Manager will play a key role in ensuring the efficient operation of our office and supporting the management team. This role involves overseeing administrative tasks, coordinating office activities, managing supplier relationships, and maintaining organisational systems. We are looking for someone highly organised, with excellent...

  • Operations Officer

    5 months ago


    Pretoria, South Africa Chemonics International Full time

    Chemonics seeks a an Operations officer to be based in Pretoria, South Africa. The Operations Officer serves as a key component of the South Africa Regional Office team to ensure the office delivers on its mission, strategic goals, and objectives. The Operations Officer will be responsible for the day-to-day management of South Africa Regional office...


  • Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa MARANG-A-KHANYA Full time

    Job Title: Senior Manager: Office of the CEOAt MARANG-A-KHANYA, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Manager to join our Office of the CEO. This is a unique opportunity to work closely with our CEO and drive the company's growth and success.Key Responsibilities:Provide strategic and operational support to the Office of the CEO, including...


  • Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa Capital Recruit Full time

    The Administrative Team Lead will play a key role in ensuring the efficient operation of our office and supporting the management team at Capital Recruit. This role involves overseeing administrative tasks, coordinating office activities, managing supplier relationships, and maintaining organisational systems.Key ResponsibilitiesOffice Management:-Oversee...


  • Pretoria, South Africa MARANG-A-KHANYA Full time

    Position Overview: The Senior Manager will support the CEO and drive the company''s growth and success. The incumbent will have a unique vantage point in the organisation, working closely with the CEO to ensure alignment and execution of strategic priorities. The responsibilities of the Senior Manager will include, but are not limited to, the following:...


  • Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa IT Ridge Technologies Full time

    Job Title: Senior Credit Operations DirectorIT Ridge Technologies is seeking a seasoned leader to head its credit operations team. As a Senior Credit Operations Director, you will oversee the entire credit lifecycle, from origination to collections, ensuring seamless execution and adherence to regulatory requirements.LeadershipManage and motivate a...

  • Senior Permit Officer

    4 months ago


    Pretoria, South Africa Servest Careers Full time

    **Job Context**: **SERVEST SECURITY AND TECHNOLOGY, A BUSINESS UNIT OF SERVEST HAS **VACANC**Y** **FOR A SENIOR PERMIT OFFICERS BASED **IN** GAUTENG. MUST BE PSIRA GRADE B REGISTERED WITH A MINIMUM OF 3 YEARS EXPERIENCE. KNOWLEDGE OF SECURITY OPERATIONS AND PROCEDURES.** **Minimum Requirements**: - PSIRA Grade B - Service Point Operator - Minimum 3 years'...


  • Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa Profession Hub Full time

    Job Title: Senior Operations AnalystProfession Hub is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Operations Analyst to join our dynamic team. As a key member of our operations team, you will play a critical role in providing exceptional support to our clients and ensuring the smooth operation of our banking products.Job Purpose:To provide first-line...


  • Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa Profession Hub Full time

    Job Title: Senior Operations AnalystProfession Hub is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Operations Analyst to join our dynamic team. As a key member of our operations team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth delivery of our services to clients.Job Purpose:The primary objective of this role is to provide first-line support to...


  • Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa Pillango Placements Full time

    Job Title: Senior Financial Operations ManagerWe are seeking a highly skilled Senior Financial Operations Manager to join our team at Pillango Placements. As a Senior Financial Operations Manager, you will be responsible for managing the daily finance operations of several legal entities within a group structure.Key Responsibilities:* Financial Strategy:...


  • Pretoria, South Africa Panagora Group Full time

    **Job Information**: Industry - USAIDCity - PretoriaState/Province - GautengCountry - South AfricaZip/Postal Code - 0002HIghest Level of Education - Master's DegreeWork Experience - 7-10 years- Panagora Group is a social enterprise dedicated to providing high-quality, high-impact international health, development, and learning consulting. We are a dynamic...


  • Pretoria, South Africa Kamo Placement Full time

    Gauteng, Tshwane (Pretoria) - Annually Cost To Company (Market related, Negotiable) The main purpose of this position is to provide managerial leadership and strategic direction to the Head Office Security Operations function within the Group Security Management Department of the company. **JOB DESCRIPTION** - Manage the performance and development of team...

  • Office Administrator

    2 months ago


    Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa HR Genie Full time

    Job Title: Office ManagerAt HR Genie, we are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Office Manager to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of our office, providing exceptional support to our staff, and maintaining a professional and productive work environment.Key Responsibilities:Office...


  • Pretoria, South Africa Ditshaba Full time

    The positions of three Regional Managers are vacant. The Regional Managers will report directly to the Senior Manager: Client Liaison Offices and form part of the Member Service and Experience Division. The positions will be based at KwaZulu Natal, Northern Cape and Western Cape. **Qualification requirements are**: - At least 3 years Diploma/Degree or...