About the Role
The Gauteng Provincial Government is seeking a skilled and strategic individual for the role of Director: Knowledge and Data Analytics, based in Johannesburg. This pivotal position plays a crucial role in enhancing the performance management and evaluation capabilities of the provincial government. As a director, you will lead initiatives that professionalise and institutionalise knowledge management, ensuring that data-driven decision-making is at the heart of public service in Gauteng. Your efforts will directly contribute to improved service delivery and better outcomes for the community.
This role is not just about data; it’s about transforming that data into actionable insights that can shape policies and improve lives. You will collaborate with a variety of stakeholders to develop frameworks and strategies that support the efficient operation of the Gauteng Provincial Government. The impact of your work will resonate throughout the province, making a meaningful difference in the lives of South Africans.
About the Department
The Gauteng Provincial Government is committed to fostering a culture of accountability, transparency, and excellence in public service. The department aims to enhance the quality of governance through effective performance monitoring and evaluation, ensuring that the needs of the community are met with precision and care. By working in this department, you will contribute to a mission that prioritises the well-being of citizens and the efficient use of resources, making it a rewarding environment for those passionate about public service.
What You’ll Do
- Manage and coordinate systems to elevate performance management and evaluation capabilities.
- Conduct analyses to support the implementation of knowledge management strategies.
- Develop frameworks, policies, and an implementation roadmap for knowledge management.
- Oversee the management of databases and data systems for evidence-based decision-making.
- Perform statistical data analysis and create reports to evaluate data quality.
- Provide strategic support for the development and implementation of ICT standards and protocols.
- Ensure the automation of key performance monitoring and evaluation processes.
- Liaise with stakeholders to enhance the branch’s operational effectiveness.
- Manage human and financial resources within the directorate.
What You’ll Need
- An NQF level 7 qualification in Knowledge Management, Data Science, or Information Technology.
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a middle/senior managerial role in performance monitoring, evaluation, and data systems.
- Strong strategic capability and leadership skills.
- Advanced knowledge in monitoring and evaluation systems and data governance.
- Excellent analytical skills for data collection, verification, and interpretation.
- Understanding of knowledge management principles to promote continuous improvement.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
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Requirements
An NQF level 7 qualification in Knowledge Management, Data Science or Information Technology.5 years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level in Performance Monitoring, Evaluation and Data Systems environment.
A Strong strategic capability and leadership skills.
Excellent knowledge of Monitoring and Evaluation systems, Strategic planning and reporting, Performance information management, Data analysis and interpretation, Research and impact assessment, development and management of databases, policy analysis Government planning frameworks and compliance Reporting.
Key Competencies: Advanced knowledge of data governance, data quality management, database administration, performance information systems, data analysis, and reporting.
Ability to collect, verify, analyse, interpret, and present data to support evidence-based decision-making, strategic planning, and performance monitoring.
Sound understanding of knowledge management principles, including the creation, capture, storage, sharing, and utilisation of organisational knowledge, lessons learnt, and best practices to promote institutional learning, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Ability to develop and maintain systems that ensure information accessibility, data integrity, compliance, and informed decision-making across the organisation.
Job Duties
Manage and coordinate systems and interventions to professionalise, institutionalise and enhance provincial Performance Management and Evaluation (PME) capabilities Knowledge Management.Conduct environmental analysis for Knowledge Management Implementation.
Establish knowledge management framework.
Develop Knowledge Management strategy, policies, assessment procedures, implementation plan and roadmap.
Analyse and monitor data and information in the PME systems - Data Management & Business Intelligence.
Developing and maintaining databases, and data systems, reorganising data in a readable format to support evidence-based decision making in Gauteng Provincial Government (GPG).
Perform statistical data analysis, developing reports and visual representations to assess the quality of data.
Provide strategic support for the development and implementation of ICT standards, policies, systems, and protocols that enhance performance monitoring, evaluation, data management, and reporting.
Oversee the automation of key processes within the performance monitoring and evaluation functions.
Provide technical expertise in data storage structures, data mining, and data cleansing.
Implement policies related to dissemination and utilisation of data stored in the performance monitoring and evaluations systems.
Coordinate and liaise with relevant stakeholders to support fulfilment of the roles of the branch at large.
198 Manage the implementation and utilisation of PME systems Knowledge Centre.
Subscribe and manage subscriptions of GPG.
Develop a knowledge Centre accessible to all GPG officials.
Manage articles produced by GPG employees for publishing to journals.
Manage and coordinate automation of PME systems.
Manage the Directorate’s human and financial resources.
ENQUIRES : Ms Khanyisile Mafiri Tel No: (011) 355 6060
