Assistant Director: Strategic Support, Ref No. WCMD 18/2024 R1 at Western Cape Government

Job Purpose

• The Mobility Department, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for suitably qualified and competent individual to assist with the provisioning of a departmental strategic management support function. The successful incubent must be able to work under pressure, willing to work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines.

Minimum Requirements

• An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Strategic Management, Transport Policy or Transport Economics
• A minimum of 3 years appropriate experience in a strategic environment
• A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence.
• NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Recommendation

• None.

Key Performance Areas

• Provide support to the compilation of the departmental strategies and plan (Strategic Plan and Annual Performance Plans (APP), Annual Operations Plans, Business Plans)
• Provide support with the development and alignment of departmental strategic objectives and performance indicators with national and provincial outcomes and objectives
• Provide support to the complilation of departmental annual, mid and end reports; Provide support to the Operations Management Framework /Service Delivery Improvement Programme; Managerial functions
• It will be advantageous to have an appropriate post-graduate qualification in Strategic Management, Transport Economics, Research, Monitoring and Evaluation or Policy development.

Competencies

• Knowledge of the following: Strategic planning and reporting processes;People Management and Financial Management; Relevant legislation and policy frameworks; Research and policy environment; Strategic business planning tools; Project management;
• Skills needed: Communication (written and verbal); Proven computer literacy (MS Office packages).

Remuneration

• R 468 459 - R 561 894 per annum (Salary level 9)

Closing Date

• 2025/09/29