EXECUTIVE MANAGER

                                             

ABOUT NCFE AND THE POSITION

The National Co-operatives Federation of Eswatini (NCFE) is the apex body representing and promoting the co-operative movement across the Kingdom of Eswatini. NCFE works closely with the Ministry of Commerce, the Commissioner for Co-operative Development, Apex organisations, ECODEC and donor/project funders to strengthen co-operative development and enterprise nationally.

NCFE is recruiting a visionary Executive Manager to drive the NCFE’s strategic direction, and lead the development and implementation of effective measures to secure and maximise donor funding and the medium to long-term sustainability of the organisation, while fostering an enabling environment for employee engagement, integrity, accountability, creativity and service excellence.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Strategic Direction

• Lead, in liaison with the Board, the development and review of NCFE’s corporate strategy.
• Translate strategy into actionable objectives and targets.
• Plan and oversee the allocation of resources and budgets required for effective performance and continuous improvement.

Leadership, Culture and Change Management

• Manage the performance and engagement of the NCFE management team and staff.
• Make sound operational decisions.
• Negotiate and recommend agreements for Board approval.
• Promote change initiatives that build a vibrant organisational culture.

Financial Management

• Together with the Board, take accountability for NCFE’s financial health and sustainability.
• Develop and control budgets.
• Implement sound financial systems and controls.
• Provide accurate financial reporting.
• Oversee audits and compliance.

Internal Processes and Administrative Responsibilities

• Oversee the development and implementation of administration and support services.
• Develop and maintain a corporate risk register.
• Oversee organisational compliance systems.
• Manage payroll and staff benefits administration.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Governance, Board Matters and Stakeholder Management

• Provide the executive linkage and advisory role to the Board.
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders, donors and project sponsors.
• Lead the development of sound corporate governance policies and practices.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s Degree in Management, Business Leadership or Finance.
• Professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA or CIMA is desirable but not essential.
• Advanced computer skills, including:
  • MS Office
  • Financial management packages
  • Relational databases
• Minimum 5 years’ senior management experience in a reputable private or public business enterprise or co-operative management.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in office and operations management.
• Knowledge and understanding of the co-operative business model will be an added advantage.
• Valid driving licence (Code B/LMV).
• Willingness to travel extensively within and outside Eswatini, including outside normal business hours.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Change Management
• Communication
• Business Acumen
• Industry Awareness
• Employee and Stakeholder Management
• Professional Conduct
• Performance Management
• Business Optimisation
• Critical Reasoning
• Presentation
• Policy and Procedure Development
• Sustainability Strategies and Processes

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Applications should be directed to the recruitment agency as follows:

The Recruitment Consultant
KQ Consulting (Pty) Ltd
P. O. Box 710
Manzini, Eswatini

📧 Email: recruitment@kq.co.sz

📅 Closing Date: Monday, 28th September 2026

Appointment will be subject to positive verifications, assessments and reference checks.

Correspondence will be limited to short-listed applicants only.

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