Remuneration: R 51 177.30 – R 64 824.57 CTC per month. 

       The purpose of the role: 

      To facilitate the successful implementation of the BANKSETA strategy to deliver the required learning and skills outcomes for stakeholder impact and return on investment. The role will support delivery against the targets and projects assigned to the CEO's office for Strategic projects.    

   Main Responsibilities: 

• Implement guidelines for strategic projects. 

• Provide input into the Standard Operating Procedure for strategic project updates and implementation. 

• Progress reporting on Strategic projects on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis as per requirements. 

• Fulfil statutory requirements linked to the projects  

• Adapt procedures to meet programme implementation requirements. 

• Monitor implementation of deliverables with stakeholders per project. 

• Check supporting documents and evidence against requirements. 

• Represent the Strategic Projects Team at meetings and stakeholder events as required 

• Draft contracts that clearly outline deliverables, timelines and develop a payment schedule and ensure signatures are obtained from all signatories 

• Ensure the correct completion of learning programme agreements 

• Coordinate the signing of contracts and onboarding of all project beneficiaries, project resources and service providers. 

• Ensure the performance and compliance of all project beneficiaries and service providers are in line with contractual requirements and BANKSETA performance stipulations. 

• Ensure the processing of project beneficiaries' and providers' payments are in line with the BANKSETA policy and procedures. 

• Ensure Project tranche payments are checked for full evidence of each deliverable and compliance with BANKSETA policy and procedures. 

• Coordinate that all required documentation to track contract progress is received by the defined deadlines. 

• Monitor contract end dates and progress on deliverables. 

• Make recommendations on contract termination and extension before the end of the contract.  

• Manage and address non-performance with all beneficiaries, setting performance improvement targets and monitoring compliance. 

• Track commitments and reconcile. Draft monthly commitment schedule for Strategic Projects for submission to the Project Management Office. 

• Monthly report to the Strategic Projects Manager on the status of each project. 

• Ad-hoc reports on contracts as required 

• Customer Relationship Management: Resolve stakeholder queries and complaints within defined timeframes in a manner that maintains stakeholder satisfaction and builds healthy relationships. 

• Professionally represent BANKSETA telephonically, in meetings and other forums as required. Engage with stakeholders regularly and as per project requirements. Brief project beneficiaries on project and programme delivery objectives, reporting requirements and required outputs 

• Set up project tracking tools and reports and implement them with beneficiaries 

• Track project progress and resolve challenges as required 

• Coordinate and report on specific Project closeouts 

• Prepare and present project status reports 

• Day-to-day management of project-related mailboxes and responding to correspondence. 

• Ensure all administration deliverables are met. 

• Capture data, follow up with stakeholders and service providers for source data and ensure that SETMIS reporting requirements are met for the team on a quarterly and annual basis. 

• Monitor the project finances and report on project spending against project commitments. 

• Liaison with finance to ensure alignment of information on commitments and expenditures against project budgets. 

• Align project information with Reporting Division records. 

• Conduct site visits as required. 

• Draft Project Change Notes for any project changes. 

• Support the BANKSETA Strategic Projects Team as required 

       Competencies: 

• Integrity 

• Problem solving/analytical. 

• Presentation skills 

• Resilience and drive 

• Innovation and resourcefulness 

• Empowering self and others 

• Numeracy and spreadsheet proficiency 

• Delivery orientation 

• Service focus. 

• Attention to detail and accurate output. 

• Strong administrative skills 

• Good interpersonal skills and 

• Effective communication skills at all levels 

• Ability to work independently 

Knowledge and Skills Required: 

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• Willingness to work outside of official hours. 

• A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel is essential. 

Minimum Requirements: 

• A relevant qualification (NQF Level 7) in Project Management/Learning and Development/Education/Commerce or another relevant area or similar is required. 

• Minimum 3 years relevant experience  

Closing date for applications:  10 February 2025