Assistant Director: Strategic Management Support

Overview

Assistant Director for Strategic Management Support at Provincial Treasury, Western Cape, coordinating strategic planning and performance reporting processes.

Requirements

• An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (or equivalent or higher qualification);
• A minimum of 3 years relevant experience.
• Competencies: Knowledge of the following: government strategic planning, monitoring, reporting, processes; departmental operation; policies of the government of the day; with specific reference to the provincial growth and development strategy of the Western Cape; global, regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape; experience with the legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line function; understanding of project management; understanding of policy development, and operational management, monitoring and review processes; understanding of public finance, human resources and discourse management processes; and understanding of performance management in general.

Duties

• Coordinate and facilitate the Departmental participation in developing strategic and operational planning processes.
• Coordinate and facilitate the Department's performance and reporting processes.
• Coordinate and compile the departmental service delivery improvement initiatives, including DPSA and Public Service Commission compliance.
• Managerial Functions: Operational management;
• People Management.

How to apply

Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

Enquiries: Mr B Damons Tel No: (021) 483 6127

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. OTHER POSTS