About the Role
The Department of Higher Education and Training is looking for a Deputy Director-General: Corporate Services based in the vibrant city of Pretoria. This pivotal role is crucial in ensuring the efficient and cost-effective management of corporate services that support the various branches within the department. By overseeing areas such as Human Resources Management, corporate communication, and information technology, you will contribute significantly to the public service landscape of South Africa. Your leadership will not only enhance departmental operations but will also foster an environment that promotes employee well-being and performance.
As a Deputy Director-General, you will play a key role in shaping the corporate services strategy, ensuring compliance with governance standards, and facilitating effective communication both internally and externally. This position directly impacts the department’s ability to meet its objectives and serve the community, making it a rewarding opportunity for those passionate about public service and organizational development.
About the Department
The Department of Higher Education and Training is dedicated to enhancing the skills and capacity of South Africa’s workforce through quality education and training. Its mission encompasses the promotion of equitable access to higher education, the development of a skilled workforce, and the support of lifelong learning initiatives. Working within this department offers the chance to contribute to the country’s educational standards and to help shape the future of South Africa’s youth.
What You’ll Do
- Manage and oversee corporate management support services across various branches.
- Provide leadership in Human Resources Management and Development Services.
- Ensure effective grievance and dispute resolution processes are in place.
- Oversee corporate communication, marketing, and publications.
- Manage information technology infrastructure and systems.
- Coordinate facilities management and security services.
- Ensure compliance with the Public Finance Management Act and related regulations.
- Monitor the preparation and quality assurance of executive documentation.
- Develop and implement strategic plans and performance agreements for the branch.
- Facilitate stakeholder engagement and efficient information flow involving the Director-General and Ministry.
What You’ll Need
- A relevant Postgraduate qualification (NQF level 8) in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- At least eight years of relevant experience at a senior management level in a corporate services environment.
- Five years of experience as a member of the Senior Management Service (SMS) in the Public Service.
- Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-entry Programme.
- Comprehensive knowledge of public service regulations, human resource management, and strategic planning.
- Strong leadership, financial management, and communication skills.
- A valid driver’s license.
How to Apply
DHET invites applicants to apply online on the New Z83 form by accessing the Departmental Website (click the ‘apply now’ button) or http://z83.ngnscan.co.za/apply
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Requirements
An appropriate Postgraduate qualification (NQF level 8) in Human Resource Management / Business Administration / Public Management / Public Administration / Management/ Marketing / Public Relations or related qualification.A minimum of eight (8) years’ relevant experience at senior management level in corporate service environment and five (5) years must be as a member of the SMS in the Public Service.
Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-entry Programmed as endorsed by NSG.
Knowledge and skills: understanding of the Higher Education sector; policies and governance environment of TVET Colleges; annual reporting requirements by the Higher Education Institutions; knowledge and understanding of TVET Administration; Public Service Acts and Regulations; PFMA; Information Technology and Communication; Facilities Management; Labour Relation Acts; Implementing DPSA Directive and PSBC resolutions; knowledge in human resource management/ OD and change management Directives.
Strategic capability and leadership; people management and empowerment; programmed and project management; change management; knowledge management; service delivery innovation; problem solving and analysis; client orientation; excellent verbal and written communication; decision making; financial management; conflict management.
Values required are: Client service focus, integrity, committed/ dedicated, proactive, loyal, ethics, professional, respect, and goal-driven.
Valid driver’s license.
Job Duties
To manage, oversee and provide efficient, cost-effective corporate management support services to the branches in the Department.Oversee Human Resources Management and Development Services.
Provide oversight of human resource administration and systems control services.
Ensure human resource development and performance management services.
Oversee organisational development, human resource planning, employment, equity, policy and strategy services.
Provide employee health and wellness programs.
Oversee grievance dispute and misconduct resolution processes.
Oversee the departmental collective bargaining.
Provide Corporate Communication services.
Ensure marketing and publications.
Oversee external communication and medialising.
Oversee internal communication and client services.
Provide oversight of Information Technology and Business Systems Management Services.
Oversee information technology (IT) infrastructure support and operation.
Ensure application development support.
Oversee information knowledge and records management services.
Align DHET’s information security to legislation, governance standards and security frameworks.
Provide Security Management Services and oversee Facilities Management services.
Oversee the physical security management services.
Manage the Vetting services and processes.
Provide Facilities Management services.
Oversee Asset management processes.
Provide Administrative support to the Offices of the Director-General and Ministry.
Ensure effective management of correspondence, documentation, records and confidential information.
Coordinate preparation and quality assurance of executive submissions, briefing notes and parliamentary responses.
Facilitate efficient information flow and stakeholder engagement involving the Director-General and the Ministry.
Ensure compliance with service standards, governance requirements and audit readiness.
Oversee and coordinate administrative, protocol and logistical support services for executive offices.
Management and Control of 24 the Branch: Corporate Services.
Provide strategic direction to Corporate Services and contribute to departmental strategic planning.
Provide guidance and ensure adequate support for the development of the staff of the branch.
Ensure compliance with all administrative requirements, regulations, rules and instructions pertaining to the branch.
Ensure implementation of the department’s strategic plan and performance agreements.
Establish and maintain governance and administrative system’s continuity within the work of the branch.
Ensure the development of financial reports for forecasting, trending and results analysis.
Oversee the preparation and submission of project plans and implementation plans.
Authorise expenditure, set budget levels ensuring that there is compliance with the PFMA, Treasury Regulations and related prescripts.
Monitor quality control of work and ensure the compilation of the annual report and strategic plan of the branch.
Ensure the monitoring, the planning, organising and delegation of work.
Ensure the development of strategic plan, annual performance plan and annual report.
Ensure monitoring and evaluation is carried out in all areas of the branch.
