Transformation & Inclusion Manager

Position details

Job title

Transformation & Inclusion Manager

Business Unit

PPC: National

Reports to (as per organogram)

Transformation & Inclusion Lead

Overall purpose of the role

A Transformation Manager is a multifaceted catalyst for change, someone who blends technical expertise, strategic foresight, and stakeholder savvy into an engine for inclusive progress. They possess a strong command of regulatory frameworks in Transformation. The role supports and executes the B-BBEE strategy development and annual certification. Conducting in-depth analysis of company information to assess risks, identify opportunities, and guide strategic decision-making. This includes the development, execution, and oversight of targeted strategies and implementation plans that drive progress toward overarching B-BBEE and Employment Equity (EE) objectives.

Yet go beyond compliance to architect systems that embed transformation into the culture. With a strategic mindset, interpreting data, model outcomes, and align transformation goals with business imperatives. Build trust, navigate cross-functional dynamics with emotional intelligence, ensuring that diverse voices are heard and mobilized by turning policy into actionable tasks.

Position specifications

Educational (minimum level necessary to perform the job)

Professional/Tertiary

Degree in Law, Human Resources Management, Financial Management or equivalent qualification.

Postgraduate Diploma Or Certification In

• B-BBEE compliance, Employment Equity and Transformation strategy

MDP in B-BBEE is advantageous

Other Requirements

• Able to use Microsoft Office Suite applications, Presentation tools, and programs
• Knowledge of all Regulations and Codes of Good Practice related to EE and B-BBEE.
• Business Acumen
• Strategic stakeholder management
• Ability to interpret and apply various legislation, Employment Equity, Skills Development, and Preferential Procurement
• Financial analytical skills
• Knowledge of verification processes and scorecard mechanics

Experience (minimum years of experience and in which fields, required to perform the job)

• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge and experience in managing B-BBEE processes
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of the relevant legislation and requirements
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in B-BBEE & EE
• Experience in preparing the Employment Equity Plan
• Managing Inclusion, Diversity & Equity (IDE) Programmes

Core Competencies Required For The Job

• Champion inclusion and drive behavioural change
• Advancing in an ethical environment
• Data analysis
• Scenario modeling to forecast B-BBEE level outcomes
• Drive quality and pay attention to detail
• Develop and implement transformation strategies
• Project management
• Build collaborative relationships
• Report writing and presentation
• Strong networking and relationship skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Skilled in building systems and workflows that drive operational excellence

List of key performance areas and key performance indicators

Measurement

List the tasks underpinning the responsibility

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To assist with the design and execution of the transformation strategy and policies

• To assist the transformation, lead with the development of transformation policies and governance frameworks as per EXCO and TSEC requirements.
• To manage the implementation of the Transformation strategy in line with KPMG strategy and BU action plans.
• Recommend initiatives to improve transformation across the firm.
• Apply strategic thinking to legislation, problem solving and developing value-adding strategies which align B-BBEE legislation and objectives, the spirit of transformation and business strategy.
• Engage with external consultants, industry bodies, partners and internal leaders to guide and direct practical and actionable B-BBEE-aligned business decision making.

Manage the implementation of transformation programmes and initiatives

• Track the Company's B-BBEEE contributions and ensure the integrity of data and documentation of elements.
• Coordinate Annual B-BBEE Audit and conduct internal and mini-audits quarterly to ensure proactive gap closing, preparation for the annual BEE audit and close engagement with the verification agency.
• Support the business in setting transformation targets across the firm (i.e. targets set in the strategy and by legislation).
• Administer and maintain all relevant documentation for the audit of KPMG’s BEE rating.
• Compile and prepare documentation for annual transformation scorecards of all business units (BUs) and offices.
• Manage the implementation of KPMG’s BEE scorecard and propose initiatives to improve the scorecard score.
• Guide business unit transformation committees to comply with the B-BBEE, skills development and Employment Equity Act and related processes.
• Share best practices of transformation within the firm.
• Assist and advise with target setting in affected BUs (Procurement, ED, etc.) and People BUs (bursaries, graduate and experienced hire intake).

Data management & administration

• Conduct benchmarking exercises to compare the company with its peers and compare processes and initiatives with other industry cutting-edge solutions.
• Extract and manipulate data from various information management systems and compile various transformation reports.
• Conduct information sessions with the Committees to highlight major changes, concerns, strategies, action plans. Manage internal reporting and analyze B-BBEE data reports and make recommendations or initiate corrective action.
• Prepare budgets: Plan and prepare the annual budgets by integrating the business unit strategy (business expertise)
• Provide all administrative functions related to the transformation role.

Forge and maintain stakeholder relationships

• Driving B-BEEE compliance throughout the business, which includes the education of all B-BBEE stakeholders on relevant codes of good practice.
• Communicate proactively with stakeholder groups across the business in order to obtain buy-in and input into the transformation strategy and stay up to date regarding business needs.
• Assist with developing reporting and communications strategies, ensuring leadership understands the transformation strategy and programs.
• Create high-level collaborative relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage relationships with vendors and suppliers.