Chief Operations Officer
Job in
Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa
Listed on 2026-01-26
Listing for:
Staff Solutions
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-26
Job specializations:
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Management
Professional Development, Education Administration -
Education / Teaching
Academic, Professional Development, Education Administration
Job Description & How to Apply Below
The role ensures the delivery of high-quality training programmes, financial sustainability, and the academy’s positioning as a leading training provider.
Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership
- Develop and implement a strategic plan to expand the academy within South Africa and into Africa by 2028
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities and strategic partnerships
- Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to guide decision-making
- Analyse South African and African markets to identify current and future skills gaps and training opportunities
- Oversee day-to-day academy operations, ensuring efficient delivery of training programmes
- Implement policies and procedures to maintain high training and service standards
- Manage budgets, financial performance, and resource allocation
- Design and implement an employee learning and development framework aligned to business and marketing strategy
- Develop engaging learning solutions including e-learning, instructor-led, blended learning, and on-the-job training
- Lead the design and rollout of blended learning programmes
- Identify and implement appropriate learning technologies (LMS, authoring tools, and digital platforms)
- Continuously review and update curriculum to meet evolving business and market needs
- Build and maintain relationships with government bodies, corporate clients, SETAs, and educational institutions
- Develop and execute marketing and sales strategies to attract and retain clients
- Represent the academy at industry events, conferences, and networking platforms
- Drive strategic sales plans across South African and African markets
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