Job Description

Job Purpose

To support the implementation of the Executive priority projects.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3-year post school qualification (NQF 7); A minimum of 6 years relevant experience.

Recommendation

Knowledge and experience of the Western Cape Government environment.

Key Performance Areas

Strategic planning and Alignment. Programme and Project Management. Stakeholder Engagement and Change Management. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting. Innovation and Capacity Development. Risk and Resource Management.



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Competencies

Knowledge of the following

: Mentoring and coaching practices. National and provincial instruments and legislation pertaining to human resources management, financial management and supply chain management. Policies of the government of the day (national and provincial). Project management; Provincial government functions and services; Research methods / statistics (action research, quantitative and qualitative). Statutory framework governing the broad management of the public service; Strategic management.

Skills needed

: Conceptual and formulation. Team building and interpersonal. Communication. Planning and organising. People management. Computer literacy. Analytical. Investigation. Conflict management. Decision-making. Time management and project management. Render advice and guidance in an objective yet dedicated manner. Deal with ambiguity and manage under rapidly changing and pressurised circumstances. Persuade and influence. Handle conflict. Lead and direct teams of professionals and service providers.

Remuneration

All-inclusive salary package of R1,059 105 per annum (SalaryLevel 12)



Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD),the middle-management service (MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs relatedto 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 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 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.

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