Deputy Director: Strategic Planning - Government Communication and Information System



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POST 45/88: DEPUTY DIRECTOR: STRATEGIC PLANNING

REF NO: 3/1/5/1-22/100

Directorate: Strategic Planning & Performance Management

DUTIES:          

  • The incumbent will be required to conduct secondary data analysis and literature-based research on political,  social,  economic, technological and industry trends that may impact on the organisation.
  • Prepare summaries of government policy documents and reports and conduct additional background research that will inform the organisational situational environment.
  • Assist in setting SMART targets for the strategic objectives and indicators.
  • Assist in developing the multi-year strategic, and annual performance plan in line with relevant legislation.
  • Coordinate the process of cascading the departmental annual performance plan into the operational plan and performance plans and alignment to the ENE.
  • Ensure the timeous submission of the departmental plans and reports to the oversight bodies.
  • Assist in coordinating the departmental strategic planning sessions.
  • The successful incumbent must be able to work under pressure without constant supervision and meet deadlines.
  • All shortlisted candidates will be required to undertake a technical assessment.


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REQUIREMENTS:          

  • Applicants should be in possession of Grade 12, and an appropriate Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 7) / National Diploma (NQF 6) in Public Administration, Economics or Business Sciences or an equivalent related field, as recognised by SAQA.
  • A postgraduate qualification would be an advantage.
  • At least four (4) years of experience of which two (2) years should be at salary level nine (9) or ten (10) in strategic management within the public sector.
  • Knowledge and experience in strategic management, public sector and corporate planning practices and policies.
  • Experience in data collection and analysis to generate clear and concise management reports.
  • An ability to effectively and timely coordinate the submission of all organisational planning documents.
  • Sound understanding of government policy.
  • Good understanding of legislative frameworks governing planning and reporting in the public sector.
  • Excellent report writing skills and ability to write high-level reports to management.
  • Experience in the alignment of policy to departmental strategy.
  • Ability to interact and communicate with people of all levels.
  • A proven team player. High level of computer literacy.
  • Excellent analytical report writing skills and advanced proficiency in MS Office.
  • This is a middle management position and proven experience in managing junior employees is required.

ENQUIRIES: Ms N Peter Tel No: (012) 473 0339

SALARY: R766 584 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive remuneration package)

CENTRE: Pretoria




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