Assistant Director: Office on the Rights of the Child at Northern Cape Office of the Premier

REQUIREMENTS :

• Applicants should be in possession of a recognised (NQF Level 6) qualification in Social Sciences; Public Administration; Child and Youth Development; Community Development; Public Management; Development Studies and Human Rights.
• Three (3) years’ proven experience at supervisory level in child rights, community development, policy analysis, advocacy, stakeholder management. A valid driver's licence, willingness and ability to travel extensively within the province and, where required, nationally, willingness to work extended hours, including after-hours, weekends, and public holidays when necessary; successful verification against the National Child Protection Register and other relevant screening processes, where applicable.

Competencies: The following key competencies and skills are required for the position:

• Strategic Capability and Leadership, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management, Change Management, Knowledge Management, Service Delivery Innovation, Problem Solving and Analysis, Client Orientation and Customer Focus, Communication and Information Management, People Management and Empowerment, Ability to provide guidance and support to stakeholders, Strong coordination and facilitation skills, Ability to influence and build consensus among diverse stakeholders, Sound decision-making and judgement, Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation, Ability to drive implementation and monitor performance. Ability to mentor. 

DUTIES :

• Coordination of the Integrated Child Rights Policy Implementation: Coordinate the implementation of national and provincial child rights policies, frameworks, strategies, and programmes; Institutional Development and Capacity Building: Develop and implement capacity-building programmes on child rights and protection.
• Child Rights Advocacy and Child Participation: Coordinate advocacy campaigns promoting the rights and well-being of children; facilitate child participation platforms, forums, dialogues, and consultations; promote awareness of child rights among children, families, communities, and stakeholders; support initiatives aimed at strengthening children's participation in decision-making processes.
• Stakeholder Engagement and Awareness Creation: Establish and maintain partnerships with government departments, municipalities, NGOs, NPOs, Chapter 9 Institutions, academic institutions, and development partners. Provide assistance with operational management, coordination, monitoring and evaluation of human resources and activities within the unit.