Job Description

A well-established business is seeking to appoint a Executive Manager: Smart Places (5 Year Contract)



The incumbent will be responsible for the provision of strategic leadership to the cluster, including strategy development and implementation, capacity development, financial sustainability, performance management, operations management, stakeholder relationship management and governance.

Qualifications, skills and experience:

A Doctoral degree in Science or Engineering in fields that are relevant to the work of the cluster and with at least ten years' experience in RDI.(Research Developmentand Innovation) A proven track record of technology commercialisation, business development and senior leadership in a research and technology organisation (RTO). Business Management qualification would be advantageous. Experience of strong people management and organisational development skills Evidence of high level stakeholder management, in the relevant sectors. The areas of expertise include but are not limited to- climate change, environmental sciences, energy, water, building science, spatial planning and cleaner production. Excellent communicator with strong presentation skills Leadership of diverse RD&I teams Strategy development and implementation Ability to understand, integrate, and provide technical leadership across many domains Ability to provide thought leadership and high level conceptualisation Ability to work independently as well as in teams HCD implementation and capacity development Business development and financial acumen Project and programme management skills Conflict management skills An understanding of the research to market 'innovation' value chain Organisational knowledge and awareness.
Please note that if you have not received a response within 14 days of submitting your application that your application was unsuccessful.


However, please keep a lookout on our website, www.sixsense.co.za for available positions which may be inline with your career aspirations.
For more information please contact:

Audra King