About the Role
The Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) is seeking a passionate and skilled individual for the role of Director: Labour Activation Programmes in Pretoria. This pivotal position plays a crucial role in shaping and implementing strategies that guide the monitoring of Labour Activation Programmes, including TERS Funding. Working closely with various stakeholders, you will lead the provision of funding to institutions involved in executing these programmes, directly impacting the lives of South Africans by fostering employment opportunities and community development.
In this role, you will not only manage resources effectively but also provide strategic advice and detailed reports to the UIF Board, Investment Committee, and other governance structures. Your work will ensure that the Labour Activation Programmes meet their objectives, fostering a more resilient workforce and contributing to the public service commitment to uplift communities across the nation.
About the Department
The Unemployment Insurance Fund is dedicated to providing temporary financial assistance to workers who become unemployed or are unable to work due to maternity or illness. Its mission is to promote social protection and employment security in South Africa, ensuring that citizens have the support they need during challenging times. Working at UIF means being part of a team that is committed to making a real difference in people’s lives, contributing to national stability and economic growth.
What You’ll Do
- Manage the development and implementation of strategies for monitoring Labour Activation Programmes.
- Lead the provision of funding to institutions responsible for executing these programmes.
- Maintain partnerships and networks with relevant stakeholders in Labour Activation Programmes.
- Provide strategic advice and reports to various governance and oversight structures.
- Coordinate internal and external audit processes, ensuring timely implementation of audit recommendations.
- Manage resources effectively, including human, financial, and equipment assets.
What You’ll Need
- An undergraduate qualification (NQF 7) recognized by SAQA in Public Management, Public Administration, Accounting, Finance, Law, Auditing, Risk Management, or Project Management.
- Pre-entry certificate for Senior Management Services.
- A minimum of five years’ experience at middle or senior management level in Labour Activation Programmes, Public Employment Programmes, or a related field.
- Strong knowledge of Treasury Regulations, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations Act, and various compliance frameworks.
- Proven skills in financial management, risk management, project management, and strategic management.
How to Apply
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Requirements
An undergraduate qualification (NQF 7) as recognized by SAQA /Public Management/ Public Administration/ B-com in Accounting/ Finance/ LLB/ Auditing/ Risk Management/ Project Management.Pre-entry certificated for Senior Management Services.
Five (5) years’ experience at Middle/ Senior management level in Labour Activation Programme/ Public Employment Programmes/ Enterprise Development environment/, financial management, grant management, monitoring and evaluation of funds, governance, risk and compliance.
Experience in managing large-scale public sector programmes and funded entities will be added advantage.
Knowledge: Treasury Regulations.
Public Service Regulations (PSR).
Public Service Act (PSA).
Labour Relations Act (LRA).
Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA).
Diversity Management.
Strategic Management.
Project Management.
Financial Management.
Risk Management and compliance.
Audit Processes.
Skills: Financial Management.
Risk Management.
Project Management.
Strategy Management.
Diversity Management.
Policy Analysis and Development.
Computer Literacy.
Communication (verbal and written).
Quality Management.
Research Methodology.
Problem Solving and Decision Making.
Contract Management.
Monitoring and Evaluation.
Job Duties
Manage the development and implementation of the strategies and policies to guide the monitoring of Labour Activation Programme, TERS Funding.Lead the provision of funding to the institutions identified with the responsibility of executing Labour Activation Programmes.
Strategically manage and maintain partnerships and network with relevant stakeholders involved in Labour Activation Programmes.
Provide strategic advice and reports to the UIF Board, Investment Committee, Audit Committee, Executive Management, Minister, Director-General and other relevant governance and oversight structures.
Lead the coordination of internal and external audit processes, including AGSA audits, relating to LAP and ensure the timely implementation of audit recommendations and corrective action plans.
Manage resources (Human, Finance, Equipment/ Assets).
