Chief Director: Monitoring And Evaluation

Requirements

Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in a possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and a Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in Development Studies / Social Sciences / Public Administration (NQF Level 7) or related equivalent qualification and a Nyukela certificate (Pre-entry Certificate to the SMS) submitted prior to appointment. Minimum of 5 years’ experience at senior managerial level in monitoring and evaluation. Experience in monitoring for verification of the projects. Experience in integrated planning for multisector engagement for improved rural development outcomes. A valid driver’s licence. Job related knowledge: Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation frameworks including the Government wide monitoring and evaluation system. Knowledge of the legislation that is applicable to the Department and the sector. Job related skills: Interpersonal relations and presentation. Communication (verbal and written). Negotiation and advocacy. Interpretation ability. Project management. Strategic capacity and leadership ability. Computer literacy. Diplomatic. Report writing ability. Ability to conduct investigation.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the development and maintenance of an integrated monitoring and evaluation system. Develop / review the Department’s framework for monitoring and evaluating the performance of the Department and relevant State-Owned Entities (SOEs) the framework may include policy, strategy, processes, tools etc. Oversee the development/review of the Department’s systems for managing data and information as well as reporting. Oversee the development of a framework for assessing the effectiveness and efficiency of the monitoring and evaluation system. Oversee the conducting of periodic assessments to determine the effectiveness and efficiency of the monitoring and evaluation system. Oversee the development/review of the Department’s systems for managing data and information as well as reporting. Monitor and report on the performance of the Department in line with strategic plans, annual performance plans and operational plans. Drive operational excellence and governance of the Department. Develop and maintain performance monitoring tools and frameworks. Coordinate and compile institutional performance and strategic reports. Compile and consolidate inputs into the departmental annual report. Conduct evaluation assessments related to the programmes of the Department. Develop and maintain evaluation frameworks. Perform evaluation of strategic projects and programmes according to the departmental evaluation plan. Analyse and interpret evaluation data. Facilitate development of sectoral evaluation plan. Manage monitoring and evaluation functions and provide technical support to public entities. Oversee the processes of monitoring and reporting between DLRRD and public entities. Facilitate and coordinate capacity building on monitoring and evaluation matters. Facilitate the development and support implementation of monitoring and evaluation frameworks and guidelines for public entities. Facilitate and coordinate planning, monitoring and evaluation working groups. Provide strategic guidance and support on the development and review of performance indicators. Facilitate and coordinate monitoring of strategic projects performance and results. Create capacity to monitor and evaluate performance. Facilitate the provision of training with regards to monitoring and evaluation. Formulate and manage strategic partnerships to enhance the capacity of the Department to monitor and evaluate its performance. Establish and lead forums / structures aimed at enhancing monitoring and evaluation practises within the Department. Participate in national, regional and international forums and structures aimed at enhancing monitoring and evaluation practices.

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EE Targets: Coloured and White Males and African, Coloured and Indian Females and Persons with disabilities. OTHER POSTS