CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

The Local Government Sector Education and Training Authority (LGSETA) is a public entity established in terms of the Skills Development Act (SDA), 97 of 1998, with the mandate to promote and facilitate skills development within the Local Government (LG) sector. As part of the national skills development architecture, the LGSETA contributes directly to South Africa’s human capital development agenda and supports the realization of the National Skills Development Plan (NSDP 2030).

Five–year fixed-term contract appointment for the LGSETA CEO

Given the above critical background, the LGSETA Accounting Authority invites suitably qualified and ethical leaders to apply for the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The CEO will provide strategic leadership and overall executive management to drive the LGSETA mandate in accordance with the National Skills Development Plan (NSDP 2030) and all relevant legislation governing public entities. The appointed candidate will enter into a performance agreement with the Accounting Authority.

Job Title: LGSETA Chief Executive Officer

Reference Number: CEO/001

Contract Term: Fixed-term appointment until 31 March 2030

Remuneration: Director-General Salary Levels as per the Department of Public

Service and Administration (DPSA) Regulations

Reporting lines: LGSETA Accounting Authority, supervised by the Chairperson of

the Accounting Authority

Location: Head Office in Gauteng Province (LGSETA has a national footprint with nine provincial offices)

Minimum Qualifications and Relevant Experience Qualifications

A postgraduate qualification at NQF Level 8 in Financial Management, Accounting, Education, Training & Development or Management and Governance, Business leadership or Public Administration or relevant postgraduate qualification. A master’s degree or higher qualification will be an added advantage.

Experience and Knowledge

Minimum 10 years’ experience in senior management with at least five (5) years at Executive Management level.

Public sector and/or Local Government sector experience, along with proven strategic leadership in a complex organization, will be highly advantageous. Knowledge and proven experience in sound financial management and accounting for a large organization.

Key Responsibilities and Competences

The CEO will report to and account to the LGSETA Accounting Authority and execute all delegated functions in accordance with LGSETA policies and the Delegation of Authority. The CEO will be expected to, among others, drive and effectively implement the following responsibilities:

o Governance & Compliance: Uphold the highest standards of corporate governance, ethics, and integrity. Ensure full compliance with all relevant legislation and policies (Skills Development Act, PFMA, National Treasury regulations, etc.) and implement sound risk management and internal controls. Maintain accountability by regularly reporting to the Accounting Authority and oversight bodies on the SETA’s performance.

o Ensure Effective Organizational Risk Management, alignment between strategy, policy and risk management. Ensure the effectiveness of the combined assurance functions. Implement the necessary systems, process, and provide the required resources for effective enterprise risk management. The CEO will provide strategic and operational support to all governance structures, ensuring the effective functioning and execution of their responsibilities.

o Strategic and Change Leadership: Provide visionary and change leadership to guide and direct the sector towards meeting its mandate and objectives. Implement the LGSETA’s long-term strategy in line with national skills development goals (NSDP 2030). Ensure the effective implementation of Accounting Authority decisions and organizational plans, programs, and initiatives to achieve its vision, mission, and objectives. Champion change management in all aspects that require change management implementation to minimize resistance that may lead to implementation delays.

o Financial Management: Oversee the financial health of the SETA, including budgeting, grant disbursement, resource allocation and financial controls. Ensure PFMA and Treasury Regulations compliance, robust audit outcomes, and value-for money in operations and risk management to meet organisational objectives and targets.

o Operational Excellence: Manage day-to-day operations to deliver core business functions and achieve annual performance targets. Oversee sector skills planning, learning programmes, quality assurance, and stakeholder support functions in line with DHET and other statutory bodies’ guidelines.

o Stakeholder Engagement: Build and sustain relationships with Parliamentary structures, the Executive Authority, DHET, the National Skills Authority, other SETAs, public and private sector employers, labour constituencies, training providers and institutions, community organisations, and all other relevant constituencies. Function as the principal ambassador of LGSETA and ensure effective communication and consultation with all LGSETA Stakeholders and Constituencies.

o People & Culture: Lead, mentor and inspire the LGSETA team to foster a high- performance, inclusive culture. Oversee human capital management, recruitment, development and retention of critical skills.o Technology advancement for innovative and agile service delivery: Ensure the advancement of technology and automation of business processes to constituent organizations for effective service delivery.

o Sector Skills Planning, Strategic Planning, Annual performance planning and organizational operational planning and execution: Lead the development of the plans in accordance with the requirements and oversee implementation of the plans across all constituencies and delivery sites.

o Performance Monitoring, Execution, and Reporting: Ensure the SETA meets or exceeds its targets in the Strategic Plan and Annual Performance Plan. Provide timely and accurate performance, compliance, financial, and any other relevant reports as required, and implement corrective actions in a timely manner where necessary.

Equity and Statutory Statements

The LGSETA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to employment equity. Candidates from designated groups are encouraged to apply. Applicants will be required to declare any conflict of interest and must disclose memberships, directorships, and financial interests. Failure to disclose such information may result in disqualification or termination of the appointment.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit the following by email or post as indicated below. Please ensure that your application clearly references the relevant reference number.

Required application documents:

• A detailed, updated curriculum vitae (CV) with full contact details.

• A covering letter that addresses core competencies and leadership achievements as per the advert requirements on qualifications, experience and competencies.

• Certified Copies of qualifications and academic transcripts.

• Certified Copy of South African Identity Document or a valid work permits not older than three months at the time of application.

• Certified copy of a valid Driver’s License.

NB: All certified copies should not be older than 3 months.

Submission details: careers@lgseta.org.za

Closing date: 26 June 2026 at 17h00

Important application notes:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. LGSETA reserves the right to verify all information supplied and to conduct pre-entry assessments, competency tests and security clearances.

LGSETA also reserves the right not to make any appointment should it be deemed necessary.Late applications will not be considered. Applications that do not comply with the requirements will be disqualified.