Policy and Strategy Analyst (2 Posts Available), Ref No. DOTP 81/2025 at Western Cape Government

Job Purpose    

• The Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to conduct research, analysis and implementation of provincial policies and strategies. Provide high level advice and guidance to departments with strategic implementation of policies and programmes. 

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate post graduate qualification in Economics, Social Sciences, Public Policy, Law, Planning, Built environment or related field
• A minimum of 6 years experience within a research environment and/or a policy development environment.

Recommendation    

• None.

Key Performance Areas    

• Research and analyse the provincial policy environment; Identify critical areas for provincial government intervention; Develop multi-functional policy and strategic responses
• Initiate the development of appropriate, integrated, and multi-disciplinary government programmes (cluster-based and transversal to clusters); Support strategic provincial structures with appropriate policy formulation and decision-making methodology and support systems; Provide strategic support to the policy agenda of key strategic public and private partners
• Supervision of operational planning and work organisation of the unit; Manage staff of the unit; Financial management of the unit; It will be advantageous to have a valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Competencies    

Knowledge of the following:

• Latest advances in public management theory and practice; Public policy analysis and public policy development processes; Strategy development, strategy management and strategy monitoring and review processes
• Latest trends in public sector innovation and innovative methodologies; Modern systems of governance and administration; Global, regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape
• Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South Africa public sector; Inter-governmental and international relations; National, provincial and strategies – NDP, MTDP, PSP, IDPs.

Skills needed:

• Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Communication skills (written and vertbal); Strong conceptual and formulation; Strong leadership skills with specific reference to ability to display leadership in complex applications; Strong written and verbal communication
• Team building and strong inter-personal; Outstanding planning, organising and people management; Excellent presentation, public speaking and facilitation skills at senior management level; Strong project management skills and must be detail orientated; The ability to lead and direct teams of professionals and service providers.

Remuneration    

• All-inclusive salary package of R1 059 105 per annum (Salary level 12)