About the Role
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is seeking a Deputy Director-General: Policy Research & Regulation to be based in Pretoria. This pivotal role entails providing strategic leadership in the development and implementation of key legislation, policies, and strategies that directly impact the construction industry and property management sectors. By ensuring the alignment of branch policies with the department’s strategic objectives, this position plays a crucial role in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of public service initiatives that serve our communities.
In this role, you will engage with various stakeholders, both locally and internationally, to foster partnerships that promote transformation, growth, and development. The Deputy Director-General will also spearhead the creation of a regulatory framework that addresses critical issues within the construction sector. Your leadership will not only shape policies but will also ensure that the public sector operates under best practices in immovable asset management, ultimately benefiting South African citizens.
About the Department
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is committed to enhancing the socio-economic development of South Africa through effective infrastructure management and policy implementation. With a focus on sustainable development, the department plays an essential role in shaping the built environment and ensuring that public assets are managed efficiently. Working here means contributing to the transformation of communities and supporting government goals aimed at improving the lives of South Africans.
Within this dynamic department, employees are empowered to drive innovation and foster collaboration across various sectors. By prioritizing research and policy development, the department aims to address pressing challenges while promoting sustainable practices and regulatory compliance.
What You’ll Do
- Lead the development and implementation of legislation, strategies, and policies for the construction sector.
- Commission research on trends and challenges to inform policy development.
- Ensure branch policies align with departmental strategic objectives.
- Establish partnerships with stakeholders in the construction industry for best practices.
- Oversee the development of policies within the department related to property management.
- Manage the Policy Research and Regulation Branch, including performance management and budget oversight.
- Develop and implement an international relations framework to support strategic objectives.
What You’ll Need
- A minimum NQF level 08 qualification in a related field such as Built Environment, Property Management, Law, or Development Studies.
- A minimum of 8 years of experience in a senior managerial role relevant to research and policy development.
- Extensive knowledge of national, provincial, and local government functioning.
- Strong strategic management and executive management skills.
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage relationships at all levels.
How to Apply
Please refer to the application instructions below for submitting your application.
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Requirements
A minimum NQF level 08 qualification as recognised by SAQA in or directly related to the Built Environment, Property Management, Law, Policy Research and Development or Development Studies as recognised by SAQA; 8 years of experience at a senior managerial level in the relevant field; extensive experience in research and policy development.Knowledge: Functioning of national, provincial and local government; fundamental economics; financial management; EPWP goals and objectives; employment creation strategies; appropriate labour-intensive technologies and skills development strategies.
Skills: Strategic management; executive management skills; tender processes; effective communication (verbal and written); marketing and liaison; programme and project management; relationship management; influencing skills; negotiation.
Personal Attributes: Solution orientated; ability to design ideas without direction; ability to work under stressful situations; ability to communicate at all levels, including with political office bearers.
Job Duties
Provide strategic leadership in the development and implementation of legislation, strategies, and policies for the Branch: commission researches on latest trends, ensure the development and implementation of effective and efficient acts, strategies and policies, ensure that all branch policies are in line with the department's strategic objectives, determine and develop strategic intervention mechanisms where there are problems/challenges to implement efficient, effective and uniform procedures and policies, and ensure that the budget framework is in line with the Medium Term Expenditure Framework.Develop and implement regulatory framework aimed at addressing the transformation, growth and development of the construction industry: provide strategic leadership in the development of building regulations, norms and standards, research, develop, monitor and review construction sector policies, establish best practice partnerships with various stakeholders in the construction industry (local and international), facilitate policy integration with DPW Public Entities, oversee the development of policies within the Department, and regulate the property industry to promote transformation, growth and development.
Promote uniformity and best practice in immovable asset management in the public sector: research, develop, monitor and review policies and regulations, establish best practice partnerships with various stakeholders in the property industry (local and international), provide support to Immovable Asset Management, and oversee the development of policies within the Department.
Develop and manage the implementation of international relation framework: manage, integrate and coordinate international relations, identify and articulate issues of strategic significance to the department, and develop international relations framework.
Manage the Policy Research and Regulation Branch: establish and maintain appropriate internal controls and reporting systems in order to meet performance expectations, develop and manage the operational plan of the Branch and report on progress as required, manage performance and development of employees, establish, implement and maintain efficient and effective communication arrangements, compile and submit all required administrative 132 reports, quality control of work delivered by employees, and manage and monitor the budget and expenditures for the Branch.
