The Western Cape Government creates laws for and provides services to the people of the Western Cape. We work closely with the national government and municipalities in the Western Cape to ensure that the citizens of the province have access to the services, facilities and information they need. We are committed to delivering an open opportunity society for ...
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An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree/ equivalent or higher) in Disaster Management, Environmental, Geographic or related fields; A minimum of 3 years relevant supervisory level experience in a disaster management, disaster risk assessment / reduction or similar environment. A valid code B (or higher) driving licence.
Recommendation
Registered as a Disaster Management Associate with the Disaster Management Institute of Southern Africa (DMISA) or eligible to register within six months of appointment in the post.
Key Performance Areas
Ensure the following: Provincial Risk Profile is updated and maintained; Municipalities maintain and update disaster risk and vulnerability assessments; Line departments complete risk and vulnerability assessments; Risk and vulnerability mapping is included in the Decision Support Tool. Assist in the management of human resources, perfomance management and finances i th sub-directorate. Support Loval Government processes.
Competencies
Knowledge of the following: Disaster Management Act (Act 57 of 2002) as amended and related policies and guidelines; Good understanding of Disaster Management Programmes and services implemented; Project planning, management and coordination; Financial Management: Information Management and Data Analysis; Stakeholder engagements; Report writing; Facilitation and Coordination; Communication (written and verbal) skills; Computer proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Geographic Information Systems; Ability to work: Under pressure in high risk areas (emergency or disaster situations); Independently and within a team.