ADVERTISEMENT FOR INTERIM CEO POSITION

The Council for the Built Environment (CBE) is a statutory body established under the Council for the Built Environment Act (No. 43 of 2000) (the CBE Act). It is an overarching body that coordinates the six Councils for the Built Environment Professions (Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Engineering, Property Valuers, Project and Construction Management, and Quantity Surveying) for the purpose of instilling good conduct within the professions, transforming the professions and advising the South African Government on Built Environment related issues.

Potential applicants may acquaint themselves with the organisation on the platforms listed above. The interim position is based at the CBE Office in Menlyn, Pretoria.

The Council for the Built Environment seeks to appoint with immediate effect an interim CEO for a period of three months with an option to renew or end the contract upon the appointment of a fixed term contracted CEO.

The closing date for applications for the interim CEO position is 17:00 on 9 June 2021 and applications must be submitted with a detailed CV, by e-mail to hradmin@cbe.org.za by (17:00 on 9 June 2021). Interviews will be held with the short-listed candidates on 14-15 June 2021.

INTERIM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (REF: CE15)

(Three-month contract - Total cost to company pa R1 629 019.04)

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) reports directly to the Chairperson of the CBE Council.

Together with the CBE Council, the CEO will be responsible for leadership and management of the organisation in accordance with the strategic direction set, to execute the following:

1.	Act as a catalyst for the CBE and all Council subcommittees in the formulation and execution of policies

2.	Provide strategic leadership to the CBE in an efficient and effective manner, in line with the CBE Act 43 of 2000

3.	Manage and ensure that the CBE renders a professional service to all stakeholders of the Built Environment Professions and the general public

4.	Drive the Built Environment agenda to ensure growth, development and transformation

5.	Advocate good Corporate Governance

6.	Financial management that translates to unqualified audit

7.	Develop and maintain a credible image of the CBE

8.	Maintain productive stakeholder relations

Key Performance Areas

1.	Implement the CBE mandate

2.	Develop and implement the CBE’s strategy

3.	Manage and mitigate risks

4.	Position the CBE in line with the changes and priorities of the environment

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1.	Proven track record in strategy formulation and implementation

2.	Understanding of the Built Environment

3.	Delivery oriented

4.	Leadership skills

5.	Critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving ability

6.	Programme and project management

7.	Financial management experience at a senior level

8.	Stakeholder management

9.	Change management

10.	People and diversity management

11.	Computer literacy

12.	Valid driver’s license

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

The applicant must be in possession of a:

1.	Bachelor’s Degree (NQF8) in the Built Environment field, with at least seven (7) years’ experience at senior management level in the Built Environment) OR

2.	Master’s Degree (NQF9) in the Built Environment field, with at least five (5) years’ experience in an executive management role

3.	Master’s in Business Management (MBA) (NQF 9) will be an added advantage

4.	Registration with a relevant Council for the Built Environment Profession will be an added advantage

5.	Affiliation with a recognised, professional Voluntary Association will be an added advantage