Director: Strategic Management

Requirements

Grade 12 certificate. A relevant (NQF level 7) qualification as recognized by SAQA in Public Management/Administration/Monitoring and Evaluation or equivalent recognised by SAQA. A minimum five (5) years’ experience at middle/ Senior management level within Strategic Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation environment. Valid Drivers’ License. Knowledge: Extensive appropriate strategic management, Public 308 policies and strategies. Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). Knowledge of Public Services Act, public services regulations and frameworks. Ability Conceptualise policy and apply it successfully. Knowledge of Research and policy coordination. Skills: High level of written and verbal communication with ability to make presentations. Services delivery innovative and management skills. Leadership and administrative skills. High level of proficiency in financial management as well as ability to hold himself/herself accountable. Proven computer literacy. Ability to interact professionally and effectively with diverse Stakeholders. Analytic skill and problem-solving skills. Have the ability to generate new idea and improve where circumstances require. Personal Attributes: Must have good interpersonal skills and be able to maintain positive interpersonal relations. Ability to work independently and as part of the team. Must be willing to travel and be able to work under pressure. Must be able to manage and empower staff. High level of reliability, ability to act with tact and discretion. Competencies: Strategic Capability and Leadership, People Management and Empowerment, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management, Change Management, Knowledge Management, Service delivery innovation, Problem Solving and analysis, Client orientation, Customer Focus and Communication.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and manage the implementation of Departmental policies, strategic guidelines, directives and procedures with regards to performance information. Facilitate and coordinate operational and strategic planning processes. Manage the monitoring processes. Formulate and manage the component budget against its strategic objective. Ensure effective people management and empowerment in the Directorate. Manage the evaluation processes. Manage Departmental Research and evaluation plan. Commission research and evaluation studies in the Department. Oversee the Conducting of research 185 in the Department. Manage personnel of the Directorate and provide effective guidance on implementation of Government policies and regulations.

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