Presidential Climate Commission
Chief Operating Officer
Location
South Africa
Type
Jobs
Sector
Goal 13: Climate Action
Seniority
Senior (10+ years)
Contract
Full-time
Salary
not disclosed
Deadline
Jul 7, 2025
Workspace Type
Hybrid
Description
Posted on:
May 27, 2025
The Presidential Climate Commission (PCC) is recruiting a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead internal operations, governance systems, and strategic resource management within the Secretariat. This is a senior leadership position reporting to the Executive Director and is ideal for a dynamic professional with a deep understanding of public sector governance, climate policy, and strategic planning.
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead strategic planning and budgeting processes
- Oversee donor engagement, funding proposals, and financial oversight
- Establish and manage governance, M&E, procurement, and administrative systems
- Support the PCC’s transition and development agenda with robust internal systems
Requirements:
- Postgraduate degree (Master’s preferred) in a relevant field
- At least 10 years’ experience (5 in senior management)
- Strong understanding of PFMA and climate-development intersections
- Demonstrated leadership, planning, and stakeholder engagement skills
Think you have what it takes but not sure you check every box? Research shows that while men apply to roles when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women often only apply when they meet every requirement. If you are hesitating, apply!
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