Director: Strategic Partnership at Gauteng Department of Education

Requirements :

• An appropriate Advanced Diploma/B-Tech /Degree (NQF Level 7) qualification in Public Administration/ Public Management/ Education/Social Investment and/or Law, with at least 5 years’ experience at a middle/Senior Management level in strategic partnership or inter- governmental relations experience. Knowledge of public sector, local government and public/private entities systems and relevant legislation/statutes, Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, Public Service Act and Regulations, Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations. Valid South African driver’s license is essential.
• COMPETENCIES: Strategic capability and leadership. Ability to work under pressure. Knowledge and experience of the donor sector, preferably of education foundations and trusts. Strong strategic and analytical skills. Communication and stakeholder management skills, including an ability to work and communicate effectively with a broad spectrum of individuals, donors, business leaders, public figures, within a broad range of cultural environments. Excellent report writing, analytical, computer and communication skills, including oral presentation skills.

Duties :

• Develop and implement the strategic partnership strategy.
• Oversee the intergovernmental and intra institutional relations for the department. Ensure establishment of contacts and partnerships opportunities with education authorities in other countries as part of a learning network. Coordinate Departmental strategy on international relations and agreements (e.g. donor funding and cooperation agreements).
• Establish and oversee the stakeholder partnerships in support of strategic priorities of the department.
• Oversee the development and implement of policies and systems. Supervision and development of staff.