Assistant Director: Strategy, Policy Research And Coordination

Requirements

Grade 12 plus National Diploma (NQF Level 6)/ Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Public Management & Governance/ Public Administration. 3-5 years’ relevant experience in strategy and governance experience. Valid driver’s license. Competencies: Good project management, financial, analytical and strategic thinking skills. Planning and policy coordination. Communication and strong interpersonal skills will be a prerequisite. Knowledge of the functional responsibilities of the Department and relevant legislation are also essential.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with the management and coordination of departmental strategic planning processes. Assist with the development and implementation departmental planning & policy systems and procedures. Assist with the development of APPs, and departmental Operational Plans. Participate in the departmental and provincial government planning processes. Advise and recommend to the department areas of planning processes, policy review & development, and implementation of policies. Co-ordinate research on departmental policies and update policy registers. Conduct evaluation studies on behalf of the department. Conduct site visits and interviews to gather information and assess project conditions on evaluations studies conducted. Assist with preparation of detailed reports on project findings for stakeholders. Assist in the coordination and interaction with other departments and stakeholders on aspects of work /issues related to the GDEnv mandate. Make follow-up with programme Managers on outstanding inputs. Compile presentations for planning, policy research and co-ordination and policy sub- unit. Participate constructively in the component and departmental meetings as required.

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