Head: Treasury (12 Months Contract)

SUMMARY:
The Head of Treasury will be responsible for leading and directing the formulation and execution of an appropriate funding strategy

POSITION INFO:

Outputs

Financial Perspective:

• Lead the formulation of a cost-effective funding strategy aligned with the the company Corporate Plan.
• Coordinate execution of the Board-approved funding plan.
• Develop, review, and manage funding and risk hedging structures to optimise costs and minimise financial risk.
• Ensure regulatory compliance while protecting and optimising the company’s financial well-being.
• Implement robust financial strategies and monitor financial activities for organisational stability and growth.
• Develop and enforce Treasury policies and accounting practices.
• Manage trades on exits of listed investments approved by the Board.
• Advise on financial market risks, legal implications, and term structures including interest rates.
• Act as an authorized dealer with informed decision-making.

Internal Processes:

• Engage continuously with Operations to determine the company’s funding needs.
• Manage liquidity planning across short-, medium-, and long-term horizons.
• Ensure adequate credit facilities and trading lines are documented and in place.
• Facilitate funding arrangements for back-to-back deals and general funding pulls.
• Obtain external approvals from National Treasury, DTIC, etc.
• Finalize loan agreements in the company’s best interest with relevant parties.
• Oversee Balance Sheet Management for short- and long-term funding insights.
• Formulate treasury strategies for varying economic cycles.
• Develop and manage 5-year strategic models for cash and funding pipelines.
• Provide international economic insights to support Forex funding within JSE constraints.
• Review and update counterparty limits with Board approval.
• Manage credit reviews of financial counterparts.

Experience / Skills Required

• 10–12 years in Treasury/Investment Banking within complex organizations
• 5+ years in leadership roles
• DFI experience is an added advantage
• Knowledge and experience in Capital markets, funding tools, and associated risks
• Knowledge and experience in PFMA, Exchange Control, and Treasury regulations
• Knowledge and experience in Corporate Governance and Credit Rating processes
• Knowledge and experience in Asset and Liability Management
• Knowledge and experience in Foreign exchange procedures and controls
• Knowledge and experience in Statutory record maintenance
• Knowledge and experience in Budget monitoring and risk management
• Knowledge and experience in Treasury systems (Quantum, Bloomberg)
• Knowledge and experience in Funds Transfer Pricing

Qualification Requirements

• Minimum: Postgraduate BCom Accounting/Finance,
• Added advantage CA(SA)/CFA/MBA

Personal Attributes/Behaviours/Attitudes

Behavioural Competencies

• Operating in a multi-cultural environment
• Political Awareness
• Coping with Pressure and Setbacks
• Conflict Management
• Negotiating and Influencing

Technical Competencies

• Conceptual and Analytical Thinking
• Results Orientation
• Entrepreneurial Thinking
• Commercial Acumen
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Communication & Influence
• Customer Insight & Focus
• Project Management