About the Role
The Department of Local Government is proud to announce a vacancy for the position of Assistant Director: Integrated Development Planning, based in the vibrant city of Cape Town, Western Cape. This role is crucial in supporting municipalities throughout the province as they draft and review their integrated development plans (IDPs). The Assistant Director will play a significant part in ensuring that local communities receive the planning support they need to thrive, enhancing the quality of public service and development initiatives across the region.
The Assistant Director will work closely with municipalities to facilitate training and capacity-building initiatives, ensuring that all stakeholders are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary for effective IDP processes. By assessing the quality of these plans and aligning them with national and provincial priorities, this role directly contributes to the sustainable development and empowerment of communities in South Africa.
About the Department
The Department of Local Government is dedicated to promoting effective governance and sustainable development at the municipal level. Its mission encompasses providing strategic guidance and support to local government entities, fostering integrated planning, and ensuring that communities are actively involved in their development processes. Working within this department means being part of a team that is committed to enhancing the lives of South Africans through effective public service.
What You’ll Do
- Facilitate comprehensive support for municipalities in developing and reviewing their integrated development plans.
- Conduct training sessions to enhance capacity-building among municipal staff and stakeholders.
- Assess the quality and effectiveness of municipal integrated development plans.
- Ensure alignment between national, provincial, and municipal planning initiatives.
- Monitor and report on the progress of municipal IDP reviews and implementations.
- Maintain an accessible IDP document database for all three spheres of government.
What You’ll Need
- An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree in Town Planning, Development Studies, or Public Management.
- A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in town planning, development studies, or public management.
- Strong knowledge of IDP legislation, regulatory frameworks, and community-based participation processes.
- Competence in strategic management, project management, and performance management within the public sector.
- Excellent presentation, communication, and facilitation skills.
- Ability to analyze and implement strategic planning effectively.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
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Requirements
An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Town Planning or Development studies or Public Management; A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in town planning, development studies or public management.Competencies: Knowledge of the following: IDP legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and good practices; Municipal IDP, people-cantered development, community-based participation processes; Strategic management processes including strategic planning and performance management within government including inter-sphere and cross sector planning; Constitutional, institutional and developmental circumstances of municipalities; Project management and performance management; Public service procedures and regulations; Information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function; Operational management practices; Understanding of procurement and tendering processes.
Skills in the following: Presentation; Implementation and monitoring; Project management; Interpretation of legislation; Effective communication (verbal and written); Dispute resolution, facilitation in groups (within community) and conflict management; Problem solving; Basic accounting; Basic budgeting; Computer skills in report writing; Ability to analyse, promote, facilitate and implement strategic planning.
