DEPUTY DIRECTOR: INNOVATION REF NO: DPSA 35/2023
POSITION: Deputy Director – Innovation
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SERVICE AND ADMINISTRATION
SALARY: R811 560 per annum (Level 11), an all-inclusive remuneration package.
Annual progression up to a maximum salary of R952 485 is possible, subjected to satisfactory performance. The all-inclusive remuneration package consists of a basic salary, the state’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion that may be structured according to personal needs within a framework.
CENTRE: Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS:
For the Deputy Director of Innovation Role you will need:
A Senior Certificate, a minimum qualification at NQF level 7 in Information Management / Information Science / Knowledge Management / Public Management / Social Science / Public Administration, or a related qualification within the above-mentioned fields (at least a B. Degree at NQF level 7 qualification) as recognised by SAQA. Minimum of three (3) years at the middle management level. Minimum five (5) years’ experience in the innovation implementation environment. Knowledge of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, the government legislative framework, the public service legislative and policy framework, government programs such as the National Development Plan, and key strategic priorities of Government. Managerial skills: Decision-making, problem solving, written and verbal communication, stakeholder management and coordination, strategic thinking and leadership, analytical skills, teamwork, confidentiality, financial management, human resource management, change management, and project and programme management Diversity management, communication, and information management Interpersonal relations, facilitation, presentation, report writing, computer literacy, conflict management, research. Technical skills: policy development, knowledge management, innovation, monitoring and evaluation, and program and project management.
DUTIES:
Your responsibilities as the Deputy Director for Innovation include:
- To develop and implement the prescripts of innovation within the public service.
- Provide policy implementation support on innovation to departments within the public service.
- Develop and implement the monitoring of implementation and compliance with innovation prescripts within the public service.
- Develop and implement all the operations, systems, and processes of Sub-Directorate: Innovation.
NOTE:
Applications must quote the relevant reference number and consist of: A fully completed and signed NEW Z83 form which can be downloaded at www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp.’’From 1 January 2021 should an application be received using the incorrect application for employment (Z83), it will not be considered”, a recent comprehensive CV; contactable referees (telephone numbers and email addresses must be indicated); Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the Z83 and a detailed curriculum vitae (Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents, all non- SA citizens must attach a copy of proof of permanent residence in South Africa on or before the day of the interviews). Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Personnel suitability checks on criminal records, citizen verification, financial records, qualification verification and applicants could be required to provide consent for access to their social media accounts. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The successful candidate will be expected to enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement within 3 months of appointment, as well as completing a financial interests declaration form within one month of appointment and annually thereafter.
ENQUIRIES: Ms Vuyokazi Jezile Tel No: (012) 336 1214
APPLICATIONS: E-mail your applications for the Deputy Director for Innovation role to Advertisement352023@dpsa.gov.za.
CLOSING DATE: 06 November 2023
