About the Role
The Department Of Correctional Services is seeking a dedicated professional for the role of Deputy Director: Information Systems, located at the National Head Office in Pretoria. This position is vital for fostering an environment of knowledge generation and transfer within the department. By developing innovative knowledge management strategies, you will play a key role in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of public service operations. Your contributions will directly impact the department’s ability to serve the community and uphold the principles of justice and rehabilitation.
In this role, you will collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders to develop essential information and knowledge products. The work you do will not only aid in the smooth functioning of the department but also enrich the overall quality of service delivery. By ensuring that vital data is accessible and well-managed, you will help to build a more informed and capable public service in South Africa.
About the Department
The Department Of Correctional Services is dedicated to promoting a safe and just society through effective rehabilitation and reintegration of offenders. It operates under a mandate to ensure that correctional facilities function efficiently, providing an environment conducive to positive change. Working in this department means being a part of a mission that transcends traditional boundaries, focusing on social responsibility and community development.
Joining the Department Of Correctional Services offers a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful work that contributes to the well-being of society. Every day, employees of this department are involved in initiatives that aim to reduce recidivism and enhance public safety, making a genuine difference in the lives of individuals and families.
What You’ll Do
- Establish and develop mechanisms to facilitate knowledge generation, transfer, and reuse within the department.
- Create and implement knowledge management policies and strategies that align with departmental objectives.
- Communicate and execute various knowledge management projects and initiatives.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and manage information and knowledge products.
- Ensure effective data analysis and dissemination of information across the department.
- Develop and maintain knowledge management learning networks and ensure the proper functioning of resource centers.
- Provide technical support on knowledge management-related matters to departmental personnel and stakeholders.
- Manage the resources and performance information of the sub-directorate.
What You’ll Need
- A degree in Library/Information Management or a relevant qualification.
- Three to five years of management experience at an Assistant Director level in Knowledge Management, Business Management, or Library Information Management.
- Proficiency in computer software and applications.
- A valid driver’s license.
- In-depth knowledge of information management principles and practices.
- Strong understanding of policy formation, project management, and change management principles.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and people management skills.
How to Apply
Please refer to the application instructions provided below.
Requirements
Degree in Library/Information Management or relevant qualification.Three (3) - five (5) years management experience at an ASD level in Knowledge Management/Business Management/Library Information Management.
Computer literate.
Valid driver’s licence.
Competencies And Attributes: Knowledge in information Management.
Knowledge of business and management principles.
Sound knowledge of research.
Knowledge of experience in policy formation.
Knowledge of business writing and case study development.
A thorough understanding of relevant legislation, best practices and frameworks on Knowledge and Information Management communication, project and programme management, change management, problem solving, analysis, service delivery innovation, decision making, people management and empowerment.
Job Duties
Establish and develop mechanisms and processes that will ensure knowledge generation, knowledge transfer and knowledge re-use in the DCS environment.Develop and implement knowledge management policy, marketing and change management plan.
Communicate and execute knowledge management strategy and other knowledge management related projects and programs.
Work with internal and external stakeholders to develop information and knowledge products.
Develop and administer technologies for easy access to knowledge and information.
Ensure data analysis and transform it into information, package and share across the department.
Develop and implement data and information management strategy for the DCS.
Apply meta data and data integrity for all information and knowledge products.
Help entrench and institutionalise knowledge management plans, processes, procedures and all related plans.
Develop and manage knowledge management strategy, policies and procedures for the department.
Provide technical support on knowledge management issues to the department and relevant stakeholders.
Develop and implement knowledge capacity building programme for the department and relevant stakeholders.
Establish knowledge management learning networks/fora’s for the department and ensure proper functioning of the departmental resource centre.
Manage resources of the sub-directorate.
Manage performance information.
