Director: Youth Development at Mpumalanga Office of the Premier

REQUIREMENTS

• An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced National Diploma in Social Science/Developmental studies (NQF level 7) or related fields. A minimum of five (5) years’ experience at Middle/ Senior Management level. Experience in the field of youth development programmes would be an added advantage. 

DUTIES

• Manage and monitor the implementation of policy and procedures pertaining to youth development Manage the development of sector youth policy and its implementation in line with national policy Oversee the implementation provincial policies and plans Develop an effective project plan for Youth within government departments and ensure the implementation thereof Oversee the management and promotion of youth development projects and programs
• Monitor the mainstreaming of youth development programmes and projects in the province Coordinate the provision of necessary support to youth development initiatives  Monitor effective project plan and implementation Develop an engagement model that ensures interaction and integration of youth programs in the provincial government Facilitate and coordinate youth development imperatives Conduct needs analysis for the youth of the province
• Facilitate the identification of economic opportunities for the youth Develop database for unemployed youth and their skills Identify and collaborate with public and private sectors in supporting youth with skills development and economic opportunities Develop intervention strategy to address any challenges identified Manage the provision of administrative support services Managing human, financial and physical resources, as well as information.