Director: Monitoring And Evaluation at Mpumalanga Department Economic Development and Tourism

REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate SAQA recognized NQF level (07) tertiary qualification in Public Management/Public Administration/ Econometrics/ Economics/ Monitoring and Evaluation with five (05) years work experience in economic impact assessment/monitoring and evaluation/ /socio-economic data analysis/ economic planning at a middle/senior managerial level. A valid Driver’s License. Good understanding and knowledge of government priorities including the National Development Plan. Proven track record in strategic planning, monitoring and evaluation of government performance. Excellent planning, organisational and communication skills, Excellent research and writing skills. Ability to work across levels within the Department and its entities and interact at a senior level. The successful candidate must possess strong strategic capability, analysis, leadership, programme, project management and financial and people management skills. Proven experience in Government policies and programmes. Sound knowledge and experience in Legislative Frameworks, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Project Management. Knowledge and skills: Computer skills (Microsoft Office Package), Good communication (written and verbal), Interpersonal Relations & Facilitation skills, Stakeholder networking, Organizational and Presentation skills. Ability to work independently as well as in a team under extreme pressure. Strong Project and team management skills. Strong oral and written communication skills, including report writing. Knowledge of Government budgeting processes. The preferable candidate must display these competencies: Strategic Capability, Leadership, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management, Change Management, Knowledge Management, Service Delivery Innovation, Problem Solving and Analysis, People Management and Empowerment, Client Orientation and Customer Focus and Communication, Honesty and Integrity.

DUTIES :

• Manage the development and implementation of monitoring and evaluation strategy in the Department. Conduct economic impact assessments to determine the changes that have been brought about through the implementation of economic plans and programmes. Monitor and evaluate the implementation of the Departmental priority programmes and projects. Evaluate the effectiveness of the economic policy interventions designed for sustain economic development. Disseminate monitoring and evaluation findings to relevant stakeholders and render an advisory service in this regard. Consult stakeholders within and outside of government. Manage the human resources and financial resources within the Directorate.

Deadline:12th December,2025