Deputy Director: Youth Development at North West Provincial Government

REQUIREMENTS :

• Grade 12 Certificate. Advanced Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) as recognised by SAQA in Youth Development/ Community Development / Public Administration / Public Management. 3 – 5 years proven experience in the field, of which 3 years must be Assistant Director level. A valid driver’s license. Knowledge: Management, Service delivery innovation, Problem Solving and Analysis. Client Orientation and Customer Focus, Communication, Strategic Capacity and Leadership, People Management and Empowerment, Financial Management, Change Management, Programme and Project Management. In-depth knowledge and understanding of corporate services management in public service.
• Competencies: Strategic capability and leadership skills. Programme and project management skills, change management, problemsolving and conflict management skills. Presentation Skill, People management and empowerment skills. Client orientation, customer focus and communication skills. Honesty and integrity, knowledge management, networking, presentation skills and computer skills. Excellent in-depth knowledge and insight into all applicable policy frameworks governing the public sector and the social development environment.

DUTIES :

• Develop and manage youth development and empowerment strategies and programmes. Monitor the implementation of special programmes for youth development. Provide project management support to youth organisations. Facilitate the transformation of residential care services. Manage the youth development budget, as well as human and other resources.