Deputy Director: Demography, Research and Statistics: Head Office at Limpopo Department of Social Development

key Performance Areas

• Manage the collection, processing, and management of demographic data for the province. Develop data collection frameworks and methodologies to ensure comprehensive coverage of demographic variables. Develop annual reports on demographic trends, focusing on population growth, age distribution, and migration. Conduct and oversee research on social development issues, utilizing demographic and statistical data to assess and predict trends. Develop research methodologies that integrate both qualitative and quantitative data analysis techniques. Coordinate the work of research teams, providing guidance and ensuring quality control. Support the development of social development policies based on demographic research and statistical analysis. Oversee the preparation and dissemination of statistical reports that inform decision-making in social development. Develop and implement a strategy for timely reporting and communication of demographic trends and social statistics. Build the capacity of staff and stakeholders in demographic data collection, analysis, and application. Collaborate with academic institutions to provide training and certification for social development practitioners in research and data analysis. Build and maintain collaborative relationships with provincial and national statistical bodies such as STATS SA.

Prerequisites

• MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate qualification at NQF level 6 or equivalent qualification in Demography / Statistics / Social Science / Economics as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience of which 3 years must be at Junior / Middle Management level. Valid motor vehicle driver’s license (with the exception of person with disabilities).

Person Profile

• CORE AND PROCESS COMPETENCIES: Strategic Capability and Leadership, Programme and Project Management, Change Management, Financial Management, People Management and Empowerment, Knowledge Management, Problem Solving and analysis, Client orientation and customer focus, good communication skills.
• KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Statistical methodologies, quantitative and qualitative research methods, data collection, validation, and management processes, Social Development indicators and poverty measurement tools, Social policy development and implementation frameworks, Government-wide Monitoring and Evaluation Systems (GWMES),Knowledge of national data systems (e.g. STATS SA, NIDS, GHS, Community Surveys),Public Service Regulations, PFMA, and strategic planning frameworks. Data privacy and ethical considerations in research, Analytical and statistical analysis skills, Research design and project management, Report writing and presentation skills, Data visualization and GIS mapping, Proficiency in statistical software, Policy analysis and advisory skills, Leadership and team coordination and Stakeholder engagement and relationship building