Special Programmes Officer: Special Programmes

Requirements

An NQF 6 qualification in Public Administration / Public Management / HRM / Gender Studies / Youth Studies / Disability Studies or equivalent as recognized by SAQA. Two (2) years’ experience in the Special Programmes / Administration within government. Valid driver’s license (with exception of persons with disability). Skills and Knowledge: Knowledge and understanding of the Public Service, HR Policies, Change Management Engagement, Employment Equity, Affirmative Action measures and other legislation related to transformation. Policy analysis, development and monitoring. Knowledge of Gender Equity and Women Empowerment Programme. Promotion of the rights of women, people with disabilities and the youth. Mainstreaming and implementation of gender, elderly programmes, youth developmental programmes and job access strategy. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Coordination skills. Planning and organisation skills. Leading and controlling skills. Research skills. Report writing and presentation skill. Knowledge management. Problem solving and analysis skills. Programme and project management skills. Financial management and service delivery innovation skills. Client orientation, stakeholder management and customer focus. Policy analysis, development and monitoring skills.

Key Responsibilities

Compile and submit progress reports on: Achieved equity targets and compliance with employment equity plan. Gender sensitive workplace. Disability friendly environment and percentage of disability targets achieved. Integration of youth, gender, disability and elderly programmes. Financial management within the directorate. Provide support at the districts and / or 175 head office on special programmes imperatives. Capacity building and awareness to all staff. Ensure efficient and effective resource management. Information dissemination. Networking and benchmarking for best practice. Manage all procurement and logistical needs for the sub-directorate at the district level and liaise with SCM for processing. Implementation of national and provincial directives.

How to Apply

Enquiries

Ms WA Klaassen Tel No: (015) 293 8691