About the Role
The Department of Public Service and Administration is inviting applications for the position of Chief Director: Corporate Management based in the vibrant city of Johannesburg at Umnotho House. This pivotal role is designed for an individual who is passionate about enhancing the effectiveness of corporate management policies and strategies within the public sector. The work you do here will directly contribute to improving the efficiency and productivity of public services, making a tangible difference in the lives of South Africans.
In this role, you will oversee the implementation of vital strategies and initiatives that enhance organisational performance. Your leadership will be instrumental in fostering a culture of compliance and continuous improvement within the department. This position is not just about managing processes; it’s about shaping the future of public service by ensuring that the corporate management framework supports the needs of both employees and the community.
About the Department
The Department of Public Service and Administration is committed to the advancement of an effective and efficient public service that meets the needs of the citizens of South Africa. It plays a crucial role in developing policies and frameworks that guide human resource management and public administration, ensuring that public services are accessible and responsive. Working in this department means being part of a team dedicated to fostering professional excellence and innovation in public service delivery.
What You’ll Do
- Oversee the implementation of corporate management policies, directives, and guidelines.
- Manage national strategies to improve productivity within the department.
- Conduct impact analyses to enhance corporate support services.
- Ensure compliance with corporate management policies and report on progress.
- Guide human capital management services and support human resource administration.
- Drive employee relations and wellness programmes.
- Lead efforts in organisational structure review and job evaluation processes.
- Promote service delivery improvement plans and Batho Pele initiatives.
- Manage communication and media liaison services effectively.
- Oversee legal services and support the drafting of legislation and agreements.
- Facilitate stakeholder interactions and strategic events.
- Manage departmental strategic planning and performance evaluations.
What You’ll Need
- A Grade 12 certificate.
- An NQF level 7 qualification in Human Resource Management, Public Administration/Management, or a related field.
- A Nyukela Certificate for entry into Senior Management Service from the National School of Government.
- A minimum of five years’ experience at Senior Management Service level or equivalent in a corporate management environment.
- A valid Code 8/10 driver’s license.
- Extensive knowledge of the Public Service environment and relevant regulations.
- Strong computer literacy, particularly with the MS Office suite.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
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Requirements
Grade 12.NQF level 7 qualification in Human Resource Management, Public Administration / Management or related field.
Nyukela Certificate for entry into SMS (Senior Management Service) from the National School of Government.
A minimum of five (5) years' experience at Senior Management Service (SMS) level or equivalent in Corporate Management and related environment.
Code 8/10 driver’s license is essential.
Extensive knowledge and understanding of the Public Service environment.
Skills And Act, Public Service Regulations, Relevant DPSA Prescripts.
Knowledge, Computer literacy (MS Office package).
Job Duties
Oversee the implementation of corporate management policies, directives, circulars, guidelines and procedures.Manage the implementation of National Strategies to facilitate productivity improvement.
Manage the development of measures and strategies for efficient management and monitoring of all processes to minimise manipulation of processes.
Conduct impact analysis to improve corporate support services and ensure timeous development of corrective actions where necessary.
Monitor the implementation of initiatives and strategies aimed at improving organisational performance.
Monitor compliance on corporate management policies, directives, circulars, guidelines and procedures and report thereof.
Guide the provision of human capital management services.
Support the provision of human resource administration.
Oversee the provision of human resource utilisation and development programmes.
Manage the coordination of human resource planning and information management services.
Lead the promotion of sound 158 employee relations.
Support the provision of employee health and wellness programmes.
Manage the provision of organisation efficiency.
Drive organisational structure review and redesign processes.
Manage the coordination of job evaluation and the development of job descriptions.
Promote the _institutionalisation of operations management framework (OMF).
Oversee the development and implementation of service delivery improvement plans and Batho Pele programmes.
Support the development and implementation of diversity management programmes.
Manage the provision of communication and media liaison services.
Oversee the provision of internal and external communication services.
Contribute to the provision of content management and media liaising support services.
Oversee the provision of outreach programmes through the implementation of stakeholder interactions and strategic events.
Support the provision of language management services.
Oversee the provision of information and communication technology (ICT).
Promote and support the provision of information management and information technology.
Enable the provision of operational applications services.
Support the provision of ICT operations and ICT infrastructure services.
Enable and encourage the establishment of information and knowledge management services.
Oversee the provision of legal services.
Lead and promote the provision of sound legal advice and litigation support.
Support the provision of legal opinions and litigations.
Oversee the drafting and amendments of legislation and legal instruments.
Support the drafting and management of service level agreement.
Lead the provision of strategic management, monitoring and evaluation.
Support the development and/or revision of the departmental strategic Plan and annual performance plans.
Oversee the development of departmental operational plan.
Guide the coordination of submissions and the analysis of quarterly reports, annual reports and budget votes documents.
Manage resources Perform strategic and operational planning.
Manage stakeholder relationships.
Oversee the administrative support functions Perform management functions.
Perform financial management functions.
Perform asset management functions.
