BANKING SECTOR EDUCATION AND TRAINING AUTHORITY (BANKSETA) VACANCIES

 
 
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
 
The BANKSETA is a statutory body established through the Skills Development Act of 1998 to enable its stakeholders to advance the national and global position of the banking and micro-finance industry. As guided by its mandate the BANKSETA is as such an agent of transformation by promoting employment equity and broad-based black economic empowerment through skills development.
 
Reference Number: BSLPSLIMPOPO102023
Job Title: SPECIALIST: LEARNING PROGRAMMES
Reporting Line: Manager: Limpopo/Mpumalanga
Full-time/Part-time/Contract: Full-time position
 
Remuneration: R 579 365,61 – R 733 863,09 CTC per annum. 
 
The purpose of the role: 
The overall purpose of the job is to provide administrative and strategic support to the Regional Manager by managing projects and contracts; assisting new employers and Skills Development Facilitators (SDF) on the BANKSETA system for the purpose of WSP submissions, drafting correspondence, checking quotations and processing payments for projects; checking compliance with all relevant Legislation, Regulations, Policies and managing customer/stakeholder relations.
 
Main Responsibilities: 

• Register new employers the BANKSETA System and link employers with SDFs. 
• Implements the BANKSETA Mandatory Grants Policy by amongst other things, informing stakeholders on how to access grants and assisting in completing WSP grants forms. 
• Contributes to the BANKSETA targets for organization’s that submit WSPs. 
• Registers SDFs electronically and manually and updates the database. 
• Assists employers and SDFs with queries on reporting requirements by advising them on the requirements through emails, one-on-one site visits or telephone. 
• Assists employers and SDFs to complete reporting templates by conducting one-on-one site visits, workshops and telephoning them. 
• Receiving, reviewing and interim approval of WSPs / ATRs by checking information that is outstanding for example no pivotal training submitted. 
• Conducts follow-ups on queries until conclusion 
• Contacts new / inactive organizations to participate in Skills Development by visiting them and building relationships with them. 
• Implements Discretionary Grant projects by managing the service provider 
• Checks that the BANKSETA project management process is implemented by checking compliance with and adherence to the requirements. 
• Contributes to the BANKSETA targets as indicated by the service level agreement (SLA) with the Department of Higher Education and Training and the BANKSETA Annual Performance Plan. 
• Checks that projects are implemented in accordance with the Discretionary Grant Policy, Discretionary Grant Regulations and QMS by checking that there is compliance with these. 
• Checks that all BANKSETA internal processes and procedures are followed for example checks that Supply Chain Management (SCM) Policy, Processes and Procedures, Finance and Governance are followed. 
• Assists the First Line Manager by amongst other things setting up of project steering committees and runs the meeting if First Line Manager is not available. 
• Attends events, meetings, employer visits and other stakeholder (government, service provider, professional body, institutions of higher learning and related) forums in own capacity or represents the First Line Manager on his or her behalf. 
• Ensures all performance information meets the Technical indicator descriptor requirements and evidence guidelines and prepare the evidence packs for audit. 
• Procures service providers, venues and other logistical arrangements (for example travel and catering amongst others) for training delivery and meetings by liaising with Supply Chain Management. 
• Serve on Bid Committees and Evaluation panels when required to do so. 
• Processes project payments and liaises with stakeholders on payment related queries by liaising with Finance. 
• Provides support and feedback to organisations by amongst other things advising them on Skills Development and reporting requirements. 
• Builds new strategic relationships with BANKSETA stakeholders for example by facilitating sessions on WSPs / ATRs and planned discretionary grant projects. 
• Disseminates reports and information to all relevant stakeholders. 
• Prepares quarterly reports accurately according to BANKSETA Standard Operating Procedures. 
• Check accuracy of the Commitment schedule on a monthlybasis 
• Record all evidence received on the register according to Standard Operating Procedure. 
• To support the regional manager in developing partnerships with BANKSETA stakeholders and public and private training providers to enhance and ensure that BANKSETA offerings impact positively in the region. 
• To travel to and within selected provinces whilst representing the BANKSETA at the various stakeholder forums, training events, employer site-visits, including Skills Development related events by stakeholders. 
• To develop relationships between public training providers and employers to facilitate work exposure for learners in their respective disciplines. 
• To support the regional manager in developing partnerships with BANKSETA stakeholders and public and private training providers to enhance and ensure that BANKSETA offerings impact positively in the region. 
• Provide information necessary for and specific compliance activities related to audits (internal, external audits and Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) visits) by amongst other things making information readily available during audits for example when training took place. 

 
Competencies:

• Creative Thinking 
• Sector Awareness 
• Conceptual Thinking 
• Audience Sensitivity 
• Fostering Learning 
• Knowledge Sharing 
• Information Seeking 
• Logical Reasoning 
• Organisational Awareness 
• Systemic Thinking 
• Stress Tolerance & Resilience 
• Judgement & Decision-Making 
• Analytical Thinking 
• Adaptability
• Results & Quality Focus 
• Stakeholder Engagement 
• Collaboration
• Reliability
• Planning & Organising 
• Interactive Communication 
• Accuracy

 
Knowledge and Skills Required: 

• Knowledge of BANKSETA Policies and Procedures ( i.e. Supply Chain Management Policies and Procedures, Finance Policies and Procedures) 
• BANKSETA Systems (SAGE, MIS) 
• WSP / SDF Functions 
• Knowledge of National strategies related to skills development and Skills Development Legislation 
• Knowledge of audit requirements 
• Knowledge of Procurement and Financial processes 
• Excellent knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft programmes i.e Word and PowerPoint 

 
Required Qualification: 

• B Degree or NDip in Human Resources or Learning and Development (or equivalent qualification) 
• Project Management Qualification 

 
Required Experience: 

• Learning and Development Experience 3 Years 
• Project Management Experience 5 Years 

 
 
Closing date for applications: 23 October 2023 at 16h30. 
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Please direct all applications (CV’s and qualifications included) to: learningspeclimpopo@bankseta.org.za with reference number BSLPSLIMPOPO102023 
 
Note: Preference will be given to candidates who meet the requirements and in line with the BANKSETA’s Employment Equity Plan. White, coloured and Indian candidates are encouraged to apply
 
 
 
 

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
 
The BANKSETA is a statutory body established through the Skills Development Act of 1998 to enable its stakeholders to advance the national and global position of the banking and alternative banking industry. As guided by its mandate the BANKSETA is as such an agent of transformation by promoting employment equity and broad-based black economic empowerment through skills development.
 
Reference Number: BSSTRATPROJMAN102023
Job Title: MANAGER: STRATEGIC PROJECTS
Reporting Line: Chief Executive Officer
Full-time/Part-time/Contract: Full-time position – Gauteng Based
 
Remuneration: R 965 609,33 – R 1 158 731,21CTC per annum 
The purpose of the role: 
 
The Manager: Strategic Projects reports directly to the CEO. The Manager: Strategic Projects provides innovative leadership, strategic management and support in the development and implementation of multifunctional projects of the BANKSETA that support Government-wide strategies and contribute to the strategic objectives of the organization. 
 
Main Responsibilities: 
Strategic Projects Management 

• Conceptualisation and implementation of the strategic projects’ strategy for the organisation. 
• Develop and review of strategic project policies, processes and procedures. 
• Develop relevant project management frameworks, systems and optimize delivery of strategic projects to meet NSDP targets. 
• Provide oversight and professional support in the implementation of strategic and rollover projects. 
• Ensure successful implementation and monitoring of strategic projects. 
• Identify and support integration of BANKSETA projects to high level government service delivery initiatives. 
• Planning, design and implement strategic projects in line with established processes and procedures. 
• Manage the flow and quality of performance information submitted. 
• Ensure maintenance of relevant records and information 
• Report on all aspects of strategic projects delivery. 

 
Governance, Risk and Compliance 

• Provide input into the strategic projects risk register in consultation with the other units. 
• Ensure efficient project governance processes and reporting. 
• Ensure and enforce compliance with all statutory provisions/mandate relevant to BANKSETA. 
• Support and provide evidence to all internal and external audit requirements.
• Undertake monitoring to review implementation progress and risk. 
• Oversee the maintenance and enforcement of all related Service Level Agreements to minimise business risk and ensure business continuity. 
• Ensure adherence to all relevant laws, policies and Standard Operating Procedures throughout the organisation. 
• Ensure timeous submission of management reports. 

 
Financial Management 

• Develop and manage strategic project budgeting and costing. 
• Ensure expenditure is in line with budget requirements. 
• Ensure compliance with the legislation e.g. (PFMA, PPFA, and BBBEE). 

 
Partnership Development, Stakeholder Liaison and Relations 

• Conceptualise and develop frameworks for collaboration. 
• Identify platforms for engaging stakeholder and partners. 
• Manage strategic partnerships with key stakeholders participating in projects of the BANKSETA. 
• Maintain effective networks, enhance relationships and advocacy on behalf of BANKSETA with key stakeholders, regulators etc. 
• Representation of the organisation in relevant structures and forums. 

 
Competencies:
Values

• Respect
• Innovative
• Stakeholder Focus 
• Professionalism
• Diversity
• Integrity
• Teamwork

 
Functional/Technical

• Strategic Capability and leadership skills 
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a variety of stakeholders. 
• Financial Management & project budgeting. 
• Project Management 
• Report Writing 
• Presentation
• Communication (Verbal and Written) 
• Transformation and Change Management 
• Risk Management 

 
Behavioural

• Proactive, engaged and a self-starter. 
• Planning and Organizing 
• Decision making 
• Problem solving and analysis. 
• Interpersonal relations 
• Stress tolerance and works well under pressure. 
• Deadlines driven. 
• Networking
• Excellent prioritization and time management skills. 
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. 
• Attentive to detail and accuracy 

 
Knowledge and Skills Required: 

• Technical proficiency in initiating, monitoring, and evaluating of projects. 
• Experience in development of application guidelines evaluation criteria and instruments 
• Experience in project assessment and due diligence assessment 
• Understanding of the project lifecycle, monitoring, and evaluation 
• Understanding of the socio-economic conditions in the country and associated Government strategies to address these. 
• Demonstrated ability to lead diagnostic and analytic work in project conceptualisation, partner identification and implementation. 
• All legislative and regulatory frameworks and requirements in a Skills Development environment (PFMA; Skills Development Act; Skills Development Levies Act, National Skills Development Plan) 
• Stakeholder relationship management 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, PowerPoint and Excel). 
• Required to work extensive hours. 
• Required to meet tight deadlines. 
• Undertake any reasonable duties as required by the CEO. 
• Required to travel. 
• Valid driver’s license. 

 
Required Qualification: 

• Bachelor’s degree in business/finance/management sciences/education/social science/development or equivalent 
• A post graduate qualification in project management will be an added advantage. 

 
Required Experience: 

• Minimum of 5 years relevant working experience in project management 
• Candidates that have experience in initiating, monitoring, and evaluating skills development projects, portfolios of projects and/or programmes in the private or public sector will have an added advantage. 

 
Closing date for applications: 23 October 2023 at 16h30. 
 
Please direct all applications (CV’s and qualifications included) to: stratprojman@bankseta.org.za with reference number BSSTRATPROJMAN102023 
 
Note: Preference will be given to candidates who meet the requirements and in line with the BANKSETA’s Employment Equity Plan. White, coloured and Indian candidates are encouraged to apply.
 
 
 
 

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
 
The BANKSETA is a statutory body established through the Skills Development Act of 1998 to enable its stakeholders to advance the national and global position of the banking and alternative banking industry. As guided by its mandate the BANKSETA is as such an agent of transformation by promoting employment equity and broad-based black economic empowerment through skills development.
 
Reference Number: BSGMCS102023
Job Title: GENERAL MANAGER - CORPORATE SERVICES
Reporting Line: Chief Executive Officer
Full-time/Part-time/Contract: Full-time position – Gauteng Based
 
Remuneration: R 1.5 mil to R 1.7 mil CTC per annum.
 
The purpose of the role: 
The Executive Manager: Corporate Services reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer. The Executive Manager: Corporate Services is responsible for managing all the activities and functions in the Human Resources, Facilities Management, Marketing and Communications and Information Communications Technology units. The incumbent in this role provides specialist support to maintain best practices in these functions and informed business decisions to be made. 
 
Main Responsibilities: 
To provide strategic leadership to the Division 

• Develop BANKSETA strategic plans and ensure implementation of the strategic plans developed. 
• Develop business plans for the Division. 
• Develop risk management strategies and risk register for the Division. 
• Conduct research and consult with the relevant industry bodies within the Banking/SETA sector. 
• Prepare budget and budget review for the Division and ensure compliance thereto. 
• Prepare and submit relevant statutory reports per reporting cycles of Government and Accounting Authority 

 
To direct the activities of Human Resources, Facilities Management, Marketing and Communications, and Information Communications Technology 

• Lead and manage the Corporate Services Division and set the necessary policies and rules frameworks in place to ensure proper and effective services with the units of Human Resources, Facilities Management, Marketing and Communications and Information Communications Technology (ICT). 
• Ensure that human resources functions (full HR value chain) is managed according to industry best practices and that alignment in the business is ensured with the HR strategy and policies. 
• Ensure that facilities owned / leased by the BANKSETA are properly managed and kept safe at all time. 
• Ensure that all refurbishment and facilities related projects are implemented within set plans and budgets. 
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation (OHS, LRA, EE, POPIA, PIA) 
• Ensure that all BANKSETA records and data systems are maintained properly. 
• Ensure the existence of relevant data security and recovery control processes and systems. 
• Ensure proper access and easy retrieval of BANKSETA related information to qualified users. 
• Ensure the development of information governance and security policy, standards and procedures. 
• Ensure that training related to information security takes place within the organization. 
• Ensure that the installation upgrading, maintenance, replacement and modernisation of the existing hardware, infrastructure and software is properly managed and controlled. 
• Ensure the effective provision of IT infrastructure technical and service support. 
• Develop and drive a corporate marketing and communication strategy and plan. 
• Ensure the development and implementation of a corporate identify manual and guidelines. 
• Ensure that these are communicated to all relevant stakeholders. 
• Ensure that brand integrity is managed across service lines and other relevant activities for BANKSETA, through relevant protocols and policies. 
• Share relevant information with a range of BANKSETA stakeholders. 

 
To ensure the availability of resources that facilitates service delivery in the Division 

• Manage the utilization of all systems in the Division. 
• Develop human resource staffing plans. 
• Manage the utilization of ICT systems to ensure they support business objectives. 
• Ensure implementation of BANKSETA’s performance management system. 
• Provide capacity building, through coaching and development of direct reports. 
• Undertake climate surveys to determine and address organization staff morale and culture.

 
Continuous improvement and optimization in the organization 

• Identify gaps within current functions and propose recommendations to management to resolve current issues. 
• Assist with the compilation of required project plans with relevant milestones, resources and budgets. 
• Manage the implementation of different projects and project streams in the BANKSETA. 
• Provide regular progress reports to BANKSETA, Accounting Authority and other principals
• Manage Service Level Agreements with third parties per legislation. 
• Keep up to date with new developments and changes in own field and within BANKSETA. 
• Maintain open and honest communication. 
• Engage in problem solving and continuous improvement processes to optimise output of the area. 
• Demonstrate visible ownership of business wide initiatives impacting on area of accountability. 
• Represent BANKSETA professionally when necessary with external and internal stakeholders.

 
Competencies:
Values

• Respect
• Innovative
• Stakeholder Focus 
• Professionalism
• Diversity
• Integrity
• Teamwork

 
Functional/Technical

• People development and management 
• Strategic thinking and leadership 
• Business Needs Analysis 
• Policy and Standards Design 
• and Development 
• Employment Legislation 
• Business Management 
• Reputational Management 

 
Behavioural

• Problem solving 
• Initiative
• Results driven. 
• Professional
• Stress tolerance 
• Interpersonal relations 
• Assertive
• Ability to work independently. 
• Attention to detail and accuracy 

 
Knowledge and Skills Required: 

• Extensive experience in human resource management, business management, organizational performance management, and people management 
• Proven track record of successfully leading and managing high-performance teams. 
• Knowledge of human capital policies, project management, and financial management principles. 
• Demonstrated ability to drive innovation, continuous improvement, and change management initiatives. 
• Experience in developing and implementing strategic plans aligned with organizational objectives. 
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills (written & verbal) and the ability to communicate with diverse audiences. 
• Negotiation and conflict management skills 
• Financial, Computer and project/programme management skills 
• Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Treasury Regulations 
• Knowledge /Experience in IT systems to support business operations 
• Flexibility in working hours will be required to meet demands of the role. 
• May be required to work overtime. 
• Valid driver’s License 

 
Required Qualification: 

• A relevant Honours Degree/ Postgraduate Degree in Human Resource Management or Business Management or any related field. 
• A relevant Masters Qualification in Human Resource Management or Business Management or any related field. 

 
Required Experience: 
10 years minimum experience (of which 5 years at senior management level) 
 
 
Closing date for applications: 23 October 2023 at 16h30. 
 
Please direct all applications (CV’s and qualifications included) to: GMCS@bankseta.org.za  with reference number BSGMCS102023 
 
Note: Preference will be given to candidates who meet the requirements and in line with the BANKSETA’s Employment Equity Plan. White, coloured and Indian candidates are encouraged to apply.


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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
 
The BANKSETA is a statutory body established through the Skills Development Act of 1998 to enable its stakeholders to advance the national and global position of the banking and micro-finance industry. As guided by its mandate the BANKSETA is as such an agent of transformation by promoting employment equity and broad-based black economic empowerment through skills development.
 
Reference Number: BSCEOMAN102023
Job Title: MANAGER: OFFICE OF THE CEO
Job Band: D
Reporting Line: Chief Executive Officer
Full-time/Part-time/Contract: Permanent
Location: Gauteng - Centurion (Head Office)
 
Remuneration: R 965609,33 – R 1 158 731,21 per annum. 
 
The purpose of the role: 
The Manager: Office of the CEO reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer and is responsible for the management and coordination of the CEO office operations, procedures and resources to facilitate effectiveness and efficiency for the entire organisation. This will include supporting the CEO in making decisions as well as managing and completing high level projects (for example, projects related to strategic directives, high-level stakeholder management, process implementation, staffing assignments and strategic events. 
 
Main Responsibilities: 
Strategic Support & Special Projects Management 

• Develop the operational plan for the office of the CEO and monitor the implementation thereof. 
• Review performance plan and scorecard and advise the CEO accordingly. 
• Review and actively manage departmental action plans. 
• Manage and coordinate operational committees reporting to the CEO. 
• Review project appeals and project change requests. 
• Develop and ensure the implementation of methodologies, policies, standards and procedures for the design, development, implementation and evaluation of all special projects within the organisation. 
• Ensure compliance to the methodologies, policies, standards and procedures. 
• Ensure that programme and project management advice and support is provided to all people in the organisation responsible for managing programmes and special projects.
• Develop and ensure that a repository of special projects is updated on a regular basis.
• Develop and ensure the implementation of methods and models to enable decision making regarding the special projects to embark on. 
• Develop and ensure the implementation of a resource capacity plan for resources to be used in different projects. 
• Assist the CEO in managing audit and assurance processes. 

 
Office Management 

• Manage and maintain an efficient filing and document management system for the CEO’s office and ensure all documentation (corporate records and reports) are kept in a safe and secure environment. 
• Respond to, or routes priority or confidential enquiries from external or internal sources with correspondence or other messaging on behalf of the CEO. 
• Reviews and comments on materials and documents related to the execution of high-profile strategic projects and programmes being presented to the CEO to ensure accuracy and quality. 
• Oversees and follows-up with staff on the timely and quality execution of planned activities related to strategic projects and decisions taken by the CEO. 
• Works closely and effectively with the CEO to keep him/her well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities and following up appropriately. 
• Continually monitor the flow of information going in and out of the CEO’s office. 
• Review, prioritise, direct and delegate a wide variety of complex and confidential requests (incoming memos, submissions and reports) that are presented to the CEO for consideration. 
• Facilitate and attend monthly departmental meetings and actively manage action plans. 
• Collate and manage the budget in the office of the CEO. 
• Review and implement operating practices and procedures in the CEO’s Office to improve efficiency such as workflow, reporting procedures, or minimise expenditure. 

 
Governance, Risk and Compliance 

• Coordination of Board and management committee plenary. 
• Produce Board and management committee plenary reports. 
• Collation and quality assurance of responses to the Board and subcommittees 
• Monitor all inter-departmental service level agreements and manage departmental performance targets. 
• Prepare and quality assure reports to/from stakeholders and ensure timeous submission. 
• Quality review Executive Management reports for Board and Board Committee submissions and ensure timeous submission. 
• Ensure accurate dissemination of information by maintaining corporate news board. 
• Manage all projects from the Office of the CEO and ensure implementation in line with the project plans. 
• Maintained strict confidentiality of all tasks executed. 
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the CEO. 

 
Stakeholder Management and Relations 

• Build and maintain relationships with all BANKSETA officers including EXCO, the Board and Board Committees for the purposes of expectations management and knowledge sharing. 
• Ensure timeous resolution of stakeholder complaints within agreed turnaround times as per SLA 
• Act as the principal contact point for external stakeholders as directed by the CEO. 
• Proactively manage submissions to/from the organisation’s principals i.e. DHET, SAQA, QCTO.
• Develop and actively track and monitor the Stakeholder Relations strategy and plan. 
• Manage all stakeholder relations pertaining to the Office of the CEO. 
• Manage SLA and contracts relating to the office of the CEO 
• Promote the image and reputation of the BANKSETA in the Office of the CEO. 

 
People Management 

• Provide appropriate supervision of the team, by planning, assigning, and monitoring tasks aligned to deliver on performance objectives and in response to changes in processes. 
• Provide support in the enhancement of relevant knowledge and skills through continuous coaching, mentoring and nurturing of supervised talent. 
• Provide support in creating a high-performance culture and manage team performance effectively and provide input into the annual performance goals and measures into individual work plans based on agreed upon objectives. 
• Provide support in the management of poor performance and disciplinary matters in line with the BANKSETA’s policies and procedures. 
• Manage key performance areas of directly reporting staff members to ensure achievement of the agreed objectives. 

 
Competencies
Values 

• Respect
• Innovative
• Stakeholder Focus 
• Professionalism
• Diversity
• Integrity
• Teamwork

 
Functional/Technical 

• Strategic Capability and leadership skills 
• Stakeholder Management and Relations 
• Administrative skills 
• Financial Management 
• Project Management 
• People Management 

• Report Writing 
• Communication (Verbal and Written) 
• Change Management 
• Conflict Management 
• Risk Management 
• Behavioural
• Organisational and planning 
• Decision making 
• Problem solving and analysis 
• Interpersonal Relations 
• Team Leadership 
• Resilience
• Proactive
• Honesty and integrity 
• Confidentiality
• Attentive to detail and accuracy 

 
Knowledge and Skills Required 

• Experience in a skills development environment would be an added advantage. 
• Required to work extensive hours. 
• Required to meet tight deadlines. 
• Ensures the confidentiality of CEO materials, records and deliberations as appropriate, or as directed by the CEO. 
• Undertake any reasonable duties as required by the CEO. 
• Required to travel. 
• Microsoft Office Packages 
• Knowledge and understanding of the appropriate legislative and regulatory frameworks. (King IV, PPPFA, BBBEE etc.) 
• Knowledge and understanding of the PFMA and NT regulations; 
• Report writing; 
• Understanding of POPIA, PAJA, SDLA, SDA, etc. 
• Knowledge of risk and legal compliance 

 
Minimum Requirements 

• 10 years relevant working experience, 5 years of which must have been working in the Executive, CEO or Senior Manager Office. 
• A proven track record in the strategic support and office management for Senior Executives, CEO and other high ranking officials of public entities, programmes, processes and systems. 
• Bachelor’s Degree/Advanced Diploma in Office Management / Business Administration or equivalent 
• Registration with the CIS will be an added advantage. 

 
 
Closing date for applications: 23 October 2023 at 16h30 
 
Please direct all applications to ceomanager@bankseta.org.za
 
Please use the reference number of this advert (BSCEOMAN102023) when applying. 
 
Note: Preference will be given to candidates who meet BANKSETAs Employment Equity Plan. White and coloured males/females are encouraged to apply.