About the Role
The Department of the Premier is seeking a dedicated Deputy Director: Secretariat Services to join their team in Cape Town, Western Cape. This pivotal role involves managing and providing vital secretariat and logistical support to executive structures within the department. The Deputy Director will play a key part in ensuring that executive decision-making is well-supported and that governance and compliance standards are upheld. This position is essential to maintaining the operational integrity and efficiency of public service, directly impacting the quality of governance in the Western Cape.
In this role, you will contribute to the overall performance of the Sub-directorate by overseeing planning, organizing, and evaluating the department’s processes. Your leadership will not only support the internal workings of the Department of the Premier but will also enhance the services delivered to the public, ensuring that the community benefits from effective governance and administration.
About the Department
The Department of the Premier is tasked with facilitating and coordinating the functioning of the Western Cape Government. It is committed to promoting good governance, public service excellence, and strategic leadership. Working within this department provides an opportunity to be at the forefront of public service, contributing meaningfully to the province’s development and the well-being of its citizens. The work done here is crucial for shaping policies and ensuring their effective implementation, making it a rewarding environment for anyone passionate about public service.
What You’ll Do
- Manage secretariat and logistical support for executive structures.
- Provide executive decision-making support to enhance governance and compliance.
- Plan and oversee the performance of the Sub-directorate, ensuring effective operations.
- Handle records and information management for informed decision-making.
- Lead people management processes, including recruitment, training, and performance evaluation.
- Oversee financial management aspects, including budgeting and procurement processes.
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and best practices in public service.
What You’ll Need
- A recognized 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher) on NQF level 6.
- A minimum of 3 years of relevant management experience.
- In-depth knowledge of decision support systems and public management practices.
- Familiarity with policy analysis, operational management, and legislative frameworks.
- Strong understanding of governance, public finance, and human resource management processes.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to lead a team 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 Tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher qualification) on NQF level 6 as recognised by SAQA; A minimum of 3 years relevant Management experience.Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of the following: decision support systems; the latest advances in public management theory and practice; policy analysis, policy development, and operational management, monitoring and review processes; the legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function; and project management; operational management practices; procurement and tendering processes; modern systems of governance and administration; public service procedures, processes and systems; the regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape; Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector; public finance, human resources and discourse management processes; Public Finance Management Act, National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements; the functioning of the province and the activities of sister departments/related functional areas; Knowledge and understanding of the policies of the government of the day; Labour Relations legislation and regulations; performance management in general.
