Director: Monitoring And Evaluation

Requirements

An undergraduate qualification in Public Administration, Public Management, Management or related field at NQF level 7 as recognized by SAQA. 5 Years’ experience at a Middle / Senior Managerial level is required. Knowledge of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa. Knowledge and understanding of all relevant public service and Departmental Legislative Frameworks, as well as Government Structures. Understanding of Minimum Information Security Standard (MISS). Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Treasury regulations. Excellent abilities and vast experience in project management, project optimization, and the use of online systems. A Valid driver’s licence or ability to fulfil the operational travel requirements of the post independently, through maintaining reliable transport arrangements for the execution of official duties, as well as willingness to travel and work extended hours. Willingness to travel and work extended hours. Completion of the Senior Management Services Pre-entry Certificate upon appointment. Required skills and competencies: Strategic capability and leadership Execution. Service delivery innovation, client orientation and customer focus. People management and empowerment. Financial Management. Program and project management. Change management. Support with digital transformation. Excellent verbal and written communication, as well as presentation skills. Problem-solving and analysis. Influencing, networking and conflict management. Attention to detail. Process analysis and improvement. Stakeholder relations and customer focus. Interpersonal skills. Decision making and initiating action. Planning, organising and time management. Business report writing. Computer literacy. Patriotism, Honesty and Integrity.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following specific tasks: Ensure the Monitoring, Reporting and Evaluation on Organisational Performance. Monitor standard operating procedures, processes and service standards. Facilitate and manage quality standards for reporting. Facilitate and manage in-year and end of term reporting processes. Provision of monitoring and evaluation support to executive committees and branches. Facilitate periodic evaluations including policy legislation. Provision of statistical analysis for the DHA. Ensure the coordination and support of Monitoring and Evaluation processes and cycle according to approved policies and guidelines. Provide guidance and contribute to building Monitoring and Evaluation capacity. Monitor and create awareness of the value of Monitoring and Evaluation in the department. Manage the reporting system, including quarterly reviews, in order to comply with external reporting requirements related to performance. Establish and maintain effective relationships with key Department units such as Internal Audit, Planning, Research so as to collaborate, share relevant information and find synergies. Establish and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders with the view to enhance the Monitoring and Evaluation Function. Analyse results and lessons learned and provide strategies for improvement of performance. Establish, maintain and ensure a good working relationship with the department and relevant stakeholders. Provide strategic direction, and leadership and ensure the strategic positioning. Oversee the development and review of policies and code of practice for the Branch. Ensure effective risk and compliance management. Ensure effective and efficient management of human, physical and financial resources within the Chief Directorate. Coach and guide staff on compliance with all regulatory requirements.

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