Director: Provincial Spatial Information (Ref No. DOTP 63/2026) at Western Cape Department of the Premier

Minimum Requirements

• An appropriate qualification at NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA.
•  A minimum of 5 years’ experience at a middle/senior managerial level.

Key Performance Areas

Line Management:

Strategic management, advice and leadership in respect of the following functional areas:

• Develop, implement, and oversee a provincial spatial analysis and Geographical Information Systems (GIS) framework, including provincial norms, standards, and harmonised spatial analysis standards and procedures.
• Facilitate the integration and alignment of spatial data analysis to support policy development, planning, and decision-making in line with provincial strategic imperatives.
• Drive advocacy, capacity building, and transversal GIS support to strengthen spatial analysis capabilities across the province.
• Spearhead strategic partnerships and collaboration with stakeholders across national government, local authorities, and private-sector data users and producers to harmonise spatial data analysis and product development to drive innovation.

Strategic Management (including change management):

• Define, review and drive the purpose, objectives, priorities and activities of the Directorate including the development and management of its strategic and business plans.
• Evaluate and report on the Directoriate’s performance against pre-determined objectives and standards, providing regular updates to the Chief Director on important operational matters.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and prescripts regarding record keeping of the Directorate’s activities and the resources (people, finances and assets) employed.
• Foster and promote a culture of innovation within the Directorate, and the Department, while diligently performig all assigned duties attached to the post.

People Management and Empowerment:

• Recruit, develop, and retain staff in appropriate numbers and grades to achieve the Directorate’s objectives.
• Motivate, train, and guide employees to achieve excellence in service delivery.
• Manage performance, evaluation, and development of staff.
• Oversee workforce planning, capacity building, and service delivery improvement initiatives.
• Promote sound labour relations and maintain discipline within the Directorate.

Financial Management:

• Manage participation in the Directorate budgeting process, including Annual and Adjustment Budgets.
• Assume accountability for efficient, economic, and effective management of the Directorate’s budget and expenditure.
• Ensure adherence to procurement, tender, and contract management requirements.
• Ensure alignment of expenditure with departmental and strategic objectives.
• Report on financial matters to the Chief Director and relevant oversight structures.
• Ensure appropriate risk management controls, asset management, and record-keeping are in place and adhered to.