Strategic Enablement Head

Job Description

The Head of Strategic Enablement will be at the heart of the CEO Office function, working directly with the CEO acting as a strategic thought partner, responsible for all CEO reporting and the operational running of the CEO function.

Through a close working relationship with the CEO, the role will require prioritising and driving focus across multiple functions and various reporting deadlines that run in parallel whilst navigating the fast-paced environment we operate in.

The role requires the ability to autonomously and continually “think next need”, implement strategic planning and work in partnership with others to hunt beyond symptom for root causes to find solutions within the guidelines of the RMB Purpose and Ambition and the FirstRand Promises. In a leadership role, the Head of SE will manage projects, provide input, coordinate, and lead all the support team members in the office of the CEO.

This is an ideal role for a planner, a fixer, and a problem solver who uses both intellect and heart to excel in complex ever-changing environments.

• Working alongside the CEO ensuring priorities are managed and delivered timeously.
• Providing support to the CEO in strategic decision-making and execution.
• Participating in the strategic and tactical business, operational plans and budgets, requiring close communication and interaction with, and support to the RMB Exco in driving the effective execution of key objectives.
• Analysing complex information, disseminating information to appropriate areas, and making recommendations to the CEO.
• Working with the communication team to ensure the CEO Office has a robust and forward-looking communications strategy, built around a clear narrative that aligns with RMB’s overarching strategy (including communication to the function, to the business from the function and external CEO communications).
• Ensuring an effective communication flow is provided around the executive-level decision-making to ensure optimal efficiency.
• Preparation of all presentations, communications, and reports that reflect the CEO's strategic direction and messaging.
• Executing a streamlined executive calendar with coordinated and facilitated executive level meetings to achieve desired outcomes.
• Attending CEO meetings as requested and following up on ideation and deliverables on behalf of the CEO.
• Actioning key items from RMB Exco meetings that require the CEO's attention.
• Working with RMB Exco members to monitor and communicate progress towards set success metrics.
• Attending work-related events and forums, client events, and industry events when required.
• Managing projects, providing input, coordinating, and leading all the support team members in the office of the CEO (excluding the CEO PA) evious senior leadership and management experience
• A robust understanding of how financial institutions run. Previous experience in a senior role within a corporate and investment banking environment would be beneficial.
• Excellent track record of complex strategic delivery
• Proven experience and skill in designing and creating high-quality strategy decks and board papers.
• Very strong relationship management skills. Ability to negotiate with and influence various stakeholders, resolve conflict, and build consensus amongst various stakeholders. The ability to lead with stature rather than status.
• Significant experience and skill in designing and creating high quality strategy decks and board papers.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written that inspire confidence in business stakeholders and the team.
• Excellent commercial awareness and experience managing the impacts of external drivers.
• Extremely organized, able to respond to changing priorities, uncompromising on quality, and unfailing attention to detail.
• Self-starter with strong problem-solving skills and a can-do attitude.
• Analytical and flexible, with the ability to rapidly understand ambiguous and complex concepts.
• Track record of delivering at pace at a senior level in a high-pressure and changing environment
• Proactive in anticipating the needs of the CEO and staying ahead of them.
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Job Details

Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.

16/05/25

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.