Job Description

Advert reference:

uj_002021

Advert status:

Online

Apply by:

25 July 2025

Position Summary

Industry:

Education & Training

Job category:

University and Academy

Campus:

Doornfontein Campus

Contract:

Fixed Term Contract

EE position:

Open to all

Level:

Executive

Introduction

Resolution Circle (Pty) Ltd, is 100% owned by the University of Johannesburg. The company prides itself on providing practical work integrated learning opportunities for undergraduate engineering technology students, practical in-service project training, various short-learning and candidacy programmes applicable to the ever-changing world of engineering and engineering technology.

Job description

Resolution Circle,

you'll have the unique opportunity to shape South Africa's technical training landscape, build a legacy, and work with a team passionate about innovation, impact and education.


Resolution Circle is seeking a dynamic

Chief Executive Officer ("CEO")

that, in partnership with the Board, can lead the company to the "next level" of financial success. The ultimate goal is to proactively shape the future of Resolution Circle as a world class training entity, whist driving financial and operational sustainability and results.

Key Responsibilities:

Drive the strategic direction, culture, and growth of the company. Lead and inspire cross-functional teams: Finance, ICT, HR, Sales, Curriculum & Consulting. Ensure financial and operational sustainability and profitability. Build lasting stakeholder relationships (UJ, investors, clients, board). Be a visible champion of our brand, values, and training excellence.

Minimum requirements

A postgraduate qualification (preferably in Engineering or Business). 10 years in leadership, with 5 at executive level in the education/training sector. Proven P&L responsibility for operations exceeding R100 million. Strong business and academic acumen. Experience with strategic planning, governance, compliance, and team development.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

Strong business acumen. Strategic thinker. Able to decide with speed and conviction. Adapting proactively - adaptability and agility. Effective negotiation, advanced written and oral communication skills. Excellent organisational and analytical skills.

Competitive package offered

Apply:

executive-search@SearchPartners.co.za

Quote: "Resolution Circle Chief Executive Officer"


Learn more about Resolution circle: https://resolutioncircle.co.za/




Your application, comprising of a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as the names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees must be uploaded before or on the closing date of the advertised post. Please also attach the following: a copy of your highest academic qualification, proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to and if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/ or a portfolio of your creative output.


If you require technical support / assistance on the UJ e-recruitment website, please contact our service provider PNET on the following contact details:

0861 227337/010 140 3099

or email ujsupport@pnet.co.za.


Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.

In conjunction to merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements the University of Johannesburg is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and those individuals from the historically disadvantaged groups.

As necessitated by operational requirements the University reserves the right not to make an appointment to positions advertised. If you have not received a response from the University within 8 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.