About the position
Responsible for implementing the Corporate Social Investment strategy, identifying and managing Corporate Social Investment strategic and operational risks as well as ensuring an effective and efficient delivery model of Corporate Social Investment projects, procedures and programs that are aligned to the Company’s business objectives. The role will involve end to end management of Corporate Social Investment Function.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Strategic Impact
- Strategy development: Design and implement Corporate Social Investment strategies and programs that align with the company's mission, goals and the ESG.
- Develop organisational plans to ensure the Corporate Social Investment programs are translated into deliverable and implementable plans.
- Outline Corporate Social Investment project plans, programs, timelines and budget according to overall project objectives and business as well as stakeholder priorities.
- Conduct research on viable and sustainable Corporate Social Investment programs and present the business case, data and evidence for successful implementation and execution of these projects.
- Demonstrate research capacity by providing quality data and information to substantiate spending on programs relative to similar Corporate Social Investment projects by analysing the impact of programs relative to market trends in the similar industry.
- Conduct cost-benefit and analysis on Corporate Social Investment initiatives to measure effectiveness of programme interventions and implement the programme to drive and maintain continuous improvement on the impact made.
- Develop and present reports and metrics to the Exco, Committees, Senior Management, key stakeholders.
Operations
- Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with community organizations, NGOs, and other stakeholders to promote collaborative initiatives.
- Program Management: Oversee the planning, execution, and evaluation of Corporate Social Investment projects.
- Reporting and Analysis: Prepare reports on the impact of Corporate Social Investment initiatives and present findings to senior management and stakeholders.
- Compliance and Governance: Work/collaborate with compliance to ensure all Corporate Social Investment activities are compliant with relevant laws and regulations, as well as company policies.
- Community Needs Assessment: Collaborate with external stakeholders Conduct assessments to identify community needs and tailor programs accordingly.
- Collaborate with Marketing team to develop communication strategies to promote Corporate Social Investment efforts internally and externally, enhancing the company’s reputation.
Financial
- Create and monitor Corporate Social Investment budgets.
- Budget Management: Manage the Corporate Social Investment budget, ensuring effective allocation of resources and adherence to financial guidelines.
- Timely and accurate payment of service providers.
- Manage financial risks to avoid fruitless and wasteful expenditure.
People
- Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor staff involved in Corporate Social Investment initiatives, fostering a culture of social responsibility within the organization.
- Ensure that team receive and leverage appropriate training.
- Manage risk by being compliant with South African labour related laws and recommendations.
- Encourage teamwork and collaboration in the Division.
- Build a succession pipeline within the team and for the organization.
Customer
- Partner with business stakeholders to design and monitor internal service-level agreements.
Ad-hoc tasks
- From time-to-time work collaboratively with others on other adhoc projects.
- Carry out any other reasonable tasks.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications
- Completed Degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Advantageous: NQF Level 8 qualification in Social Sciences, Administration or related field.
Experience
- Minimum of 5 years in Corporate Social Investment Management
- Proven track-record in Corporate Social Investment
Additional;
- Communication principles and knowledge
- Project management principles
Desired Skills:
- • Project management principles
- • Communication principles and knowledge
- Reporting and analysis
