Head: Transformation

What You Will Do

• Define and lead RMA’s transformation strategy aligned to enterprise and business strategy
• Integrate transformation into organisational priorities, operating model, and value chain
• Provide thought leadership on transformation trends within insurance and social protection sectors
• Lead large-scale change initiatives (TOM, restructuring, capability shifts)
• Drive organisational design, effectiveness, and workforce alignment
• Ensure transformation initiatives enable business performance and customer impact
• Embed a high-performance, values-driven, and inclusive culture
• Partner with leadership to build transformation capability and accountability
• Align leadership behaviour with RMA’s purpose and social mandate
• Establish governance frameworks to track transformation progress and impact
• Develop and report on transformation KPIs (including B-BBEE, skills development, diversity)
• Provide regular updates to EXCO and Board
• Drive workforce transformation strategies (skills, talent pipelines, leadership capability)
• Align capability development with future business needs and strategic priorities
• Partner with HR and Learning teams to embed transformation into talent practices
• Influence EXCO, business leaders, and external stakeholders on transformation priorities
• Act as a trusted advisor on transformation risks, opportunities, and regulatory expectations
• Influence external bodies to strengthen RMA’s positioning as a responsible social insurer
• Enable initiatives that deliver meaningful societal impact aligned to RMA’s mandate
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion across the organisation
• Ensure transformation strategies support sustainable business and community outcomes

What You Will Get

We offer great opportunities for personal and professional development in a stable company that is 132 years strong. The role comes with a competitive salary package and various benefits. Furthermore, you will be part of a dedicated group of colleagues who value teamwork and collaboration.

Turnaround Time

The shortlisting process will only start once the advert due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress within the recruitment process and the availability of our managers.

Closing Date

Kindly note that should you not receive a response within 21 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Closing date: 2nd September 2026

Our Commitment to transformation

In accordance with the employment equity plan of Rand Mutual Assurance and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.