Job Description

The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government have an opportunity for a competent and suitably qualified individual to shape infrastructure transversally in the province through the management of infrastructure policy research and development in respect of sustainable integrated infrastructure management.
Minimum Requirements
An appropriate 3 year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in fields related to the Built Environment, Social Sciences, Economics or Human Geography; A minimum of 3 years management experience; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.
Recommendation
Master's Degree in relevant field of Built Environment, Social Sciences, Economics or Human Geography; Experience in public policy analysis and/or research in the following fields: social sciences, the built environment, human geography, economics and human settlements; Proven working knowledge with experience in the following: Managing research or policy development projects; Research, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills/abilities; Human settlements and/or local government legislation and policies; Sustainability initiatives and policies within the built environment and managing stakeholder engagement processes; Willing to travel for work as required.
Key Performance Areas
Facilitate the evaluation, analysis and development of provincial infrastructure policy; Conduct high level research / feasibility studies and scenario planning; Monitor policy implementation in collaboration with infrastructure partners; Facilitate the drafting and advice related to infrastructure legislation; Plan and manage the work of and account for the overall performance of the sub-directorate; People Management; Financial Management.
Competencies
Working knowledge and understanding of the following: Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; Information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function; Project management; Operational management practices; Procurement and tendering
processes; Policy development, and operational management, monitoring and review processes; Modern systems of governance and administration; Public service procedures,
processes and systems; Regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape; Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector; Public finance, human resources and discourse management processes; Public Finance Management Act, National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements; Functioning of the province and the activities of sister departments/related
functional areas; policies of the government of the day; Labour Relations legislation and regulations; Performance management in general. Skills in the following: Numeracy; Literacy; Computer Literacy; Language skills; Project Management; Policy analysis; Data Analysis.
Remuneration
All-inclusive salary package of R 896 436 per annum (Salary level 11)
Note on remuneration: to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service (MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees' service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.
Notes
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. 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 0861 370 214. 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.