Director: Strategy, Planning and Monitoring

About the role

The Department of Public Employment (DPE) is recruiting a Director for Strategy, Planning and Monitoring based in Pretoria. The position carries a salary of R 1 317 384 per annum (Level 13, all-inclusive package) and involves developing and managing the department's strategic plans, annual performance and operational plans, and monitoring performance information.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement frameworks for strategic planning, aligning departmental strategy with government-wide planning prescripts and frameworks such as the DPME Framework on Strategic Plans and Annual Performance Plans.
• Develop the departmental strategic plan and ensure Annual Performance Plan (APP) indicators align with strategic outcomes, including consultation with branches and business units.
• Coordinate the development of Annual Operational Plans (AOP) and the Service Delivery Improvement Plan (SDIP), and monitor the implementation of the SDIP.
• Coordinate monthly performance reporting, quarterly performance reports, and the annual, mid-term and end-term reports.
• Manage the Directorate: develop its operational plan, allocate and manage resources, formulate policy amendments, conduct financial planning and account for the allocated budget, and monitor, evaluate and report on performance.

Required profile

• Grade 12 plus a degree (NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA) in Business Management, Business Administration, BCom or Public Management.
• At least 5 years' experience at middle/senior level (Deputy Director) in a strategic management environment.
• Knowledge of departmental legislation, the Public Finance Management Act and Regulations, the South African Constitution, the Public Service Act and Regulations, and other relevant legislation.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of management, willingness to travel, extended working hours may be required, and a valid driver's licence.

Applications must be submitted through the online link on the vacancy page, attaching only a copy of the CV and the completed Z83 form (email size limited to 2MB).