Re-Advertisement Senior Officer - Strategic Planning at Northlink College

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• A relevant National Diploma/ Degree in Strategic Management, Public Management, Public Administration, Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A Postgraduate qualification in Strategic Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, or Public Management will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of 2 years' relevant experience in strategic planning, institutional planning, institutional performance or monitoring, evaluation and reporting, preferably within the public sector or TVET environment.
• Computer literacy.
• Valid Driver's Licence.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Sound knowledge of strategic planning, institutional planning, and institutional performance frameworks.
• Understanding of the public sector regulatory environment, including PFMA, Treasury Regulations, and relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of Annual Performance Plans (APPs), Strategic Plans, Operational Plans, and performance reporting processes.
• Understanding of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) principles, performance indicators, targets, and evidence management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret and report on performance data.
• Excellent report writing, presentation, and communication skills.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Coordinate and support the development, review, and implementation of the College's Strategic Plan, Annual Performance Plan (APP), and Operational Plans.
• Facilitate  institutional planning processes, planning workshops, and stakeholder consultations.
• Monitor and track institutional performance against approved plans, indicators, and targets.
• Collect, analyse, and consolidate performance information and evidence for reporting purposes.
• Compile and submit quarterly and annual performance reports in line with legislative and departmental requirements.
• Support the implementation of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) systems and frameworks.
• Coordinate the management and verification of evidence portfolios for audits and evaluations.
• Provide support during internal and external audits, including AGSA and DHET processes.
•  Identify performance gaps and risks, and recommend corrective actions and improvement plans.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and reporting timelines.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date planning and performance management records and databases.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on matters related to strategic planning and performance reporting.

CLOSING DATE: 24 July 2026