Director: Sustainable Resource Management at Free State Department: Agriculture and Rural Development

REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate NQF level 7 qualification in Engineering, Natural Resource Management, or Land Use Planning. 5 years of experience at a middle / senior managerial level in a sustainable / natural resource management environment. Valid driver’s license (code B). Compulsory Nyukela SMS pre-entry certificate prior to appointment.
• Core and Process Competencies: Sound and in-depth knowledge of relevant polices and prescripts applicable to the area of responsibility.
• Generic Competencies: Strategic Capability and Leadership. People Management and Empowerment. Programme and Project Management. Financial Management. Change Management. Knowledge Management, Service Delivery Innovation. Problem Solving and Analysis. Client Orientation and Customer Focus, Communication (Verbal and written).
• Technical competencies: Legislation interpretation, Coordination and monitoring skills; Policy formulation & implementation.

DUTIES :

• Manage the provision of engineering services. Promote sustainable Land Care. Promote the implementation of sustainable use and management of land. Manage Agricultural Risk and Disaster Management Plan. Manage & coordinate all resources (e.g. human, finance, equipment, etc.) of the Directorate. Provide inputs to provincial policies on all aspects relating to service delivery and implementation of all policies which will enable the Department to fulfil its role in delivering a service in line with the strategic plan to communities / clients.
• Ensure partnership and coordination with relevant role players to enhance service delivery. Advice the Chief Director: Agricultural Development Support on all matters in order to ensure informed decision making and forward planning. Participate in the development of the 5-year strategic plan, the Annual Performance Plan and Operational Plan for the Directorate. Monitor the implementation of SRM matters and report monthly, quarterly and annually to enhance the overall performance of the Directorate.