Head Of Enterprise Development
Context
Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct by Wits University aims to create world-class African digital entrepreneurs through enterprise and digital skills development. As a digital innovation ecosystem, we collaborate with academia, corporates and government to grow the digital economy by developing a pipeline of employable and entrepreneurial digital skills.
MAIN PURPOSE OF THIS ROLE
The role of the Head of Enterprise Development (ED) forms an integral part of Tshimologong Precinct to achieve its vision for entrepreneurship. It is a senior management position reporting directly to the CEO of the company. The Head of Enterprise Development is responsible for the development of enterprise development and entrepreneurship programmes aligned to the overall strategy of Tshimologong as a university-based incubator. The role interfaces with all other functions in the organisation and as such, requires a high degree of adaptability.
rOLE INFORMATION
Position/Job Title: Head of Enterprise Development
Department: Enterprise Development
Nature of Position: Permanent
MINIMUM /ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Required Academic Qualification/s
Postgraduate Degree in Economics or Business Management
MBA Preferable
Required Work Related Experience
- 5+ Years experience in a business incubator, a start-up advisory or other entrepreneurial experience and/or experience in a corporate
- 5+ Years experience with driving business growth within a company including developing a network of contacts to attract new clients, researching new market opportunities, and overseeing growth projects, making sales projections, and forecasting revenue, in line with projected income
- 10+ Years professional working experience in a managerial role
- 5+ Years project Management Experience
- 5+ Years stakeholder Management Experience
Competencies required
(Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours)
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To excel in this senior management role, the following competencies and skills that are required: (see Proficiency level key at end of document) |
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Communication Excellent communication skills to effectively convey information, provide guidance, and collaborate with team members and stakeholders |
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Leadership Strong leadership skills are essential to inspire and motivate their team, make strategic decisions, and drive organisational success. |
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Strategic Management The ability to analyse complex situations and develop and implement long-term plans to achieve organisational goals. |
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Problem-Solving and Decision Making Strong problem-solving skills to identify and address challenges, make informed decisions, and find innovative solutions that are align with the organisation’s objectives |
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Adaptability Ability to be adaptable and flexible to navigate changing business environments, embrace new technologies, and respond to emerging trends as well as navigate changes, uncertainties, and unexpected challenges that may arise during the project and programmes. This includes adjusting plans, managing scope changes, and finding creative solutions. |
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Risk Management The ability to identify, assess, and mitigate risks that may impact projects and programmes. This includes developing risk management plans, monitoring risks, and implementing contingency plans when necessary. |
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Project Management The ability to deliver successful programmes with effective project planning, budget management, stakeholder engagement and monitoring and evaluation techniques. |
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Subject Matter Expertise Subject matter expertise in entrepreneurship to inform and design curriculum to ensure the accuracy and relevance of the content being developed. |
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Creativity and Innovation A willingness to encourage flexibility, creativity, and innovation during curriculum design, development, renewal, and implementation with a continuous learning mindset and the ability to adapt to changing digital landscapes. |
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Required Level of Proficiency
1 – Basic/Limited
2 – Solid
3 – Professional/Extensive
4 – Expert/Specialist
DESIRED REQUIREMENTS
Academic Qualification/s
Certifications or qualifications that will be beneficial include:
● Project Management certifications (e.g., PMBOK, PMP, Agile, CAPM)
● Industry-specific certifications (e.g., related qualification in entrepreneurship)
Knowledge of, or experience with:
● Familiarity with curriculum frameworks and methodologies with regards to effective curriculum design and delivery to entrepreneurs
● A willingness to encourage flexibility, creativity, and innovation during curriculum design, development, renewal, and implementation
Years of Work-Related Experience
- 5 Years
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
| KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS | ACTIVITIES / OBJECTIVES / TASKS |
| Strategic Decision Making and implementation Develop high quality enterprise development strategies and plans ensuring their alignment with short-term and long-term objectives of the company |
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| Risk Management Identify, assess, and mitigate risks that may impact projects and programmes. |
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| Leadership and Team Management Lead and motivate subordinates to advance team engagement developing a high performing Enterprise Development team |
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| Governance Ensure good governance in the Enterprise Development Department through adherence to corporate legal guidelines, policies, and implementation of company procedures |
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| Financial Performance Make high-quality financial decisions to advance the business objectives of the department and increase profits |
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| Operational Oversight Oversee the operations within the Enterprise Development Department |
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| Stakeholder engagement (internal and external) Build trust relations with key partners and stakeholders and act as a point of contact for important stakeholders |
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| Business Development Identify and develop strong, lasting relationships with sources of funding |
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| Enterprise Development Programme Management |
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Apply
Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining the skills and experience you can offer to this position, as well as your salary expectations, to jobs@tshimologong.joburg
Interviews with shortlisted candidates will start in January and an appointment will be made as soon as possible thereafter.
