The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is seeking a highly motivated and skilled individual to join their team as a Deputy Director: Parliamentary and Cabinet Support. This pivotal role coordinates departmental responses to parliamentary questions and cabinet matters, ensuring compliance and strategic handling of departmental communications with parliament and the cabinet.
Vacancy Details
- Reference number: 2024/41
- Location: Head Office (Pretoria) Centre
- Employer: Department of Public Works and Infrastructure
- Remuneration package: R811 560 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package)
- Enquiries: Mr. SC Zaba Tel No: (012) 406 1544
- Closing date: 10 May 2024 at 16:00
Requirements
- National Diploma in Public Administration/Management/ Political Science or equivalent qualification
- Relevance working experience at ASD level in the related environment
- A valid driver’s license
- Have knowledge of the Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS) Act
- People orientated, creative, trustworthy, assertive; hardworking
- Ability to work independently and under pressure
- Prepared to travel and work long hours
- Security clearance
Duties
- The Deputy Director coordinates Parliamentary and Cabinet correspondence
- Coordinates Departmental responses and to Parliamentary questions and cabinet matters
- Prepare briefings, correspondence and advice in response to ministerial correspondence
- Proactively identifies potentially contentious issues and contributes to the development of strategies
- Develops, manages and maintain a register of Parliamentary correspondences and advice
- Conduct relevant research as to where and when required
- Develop reports as required by Presidency and other Departments
- Provides support, direction and specialist advice to the Head of Office on parliamentary processes, systems and protocols
- Advises senior staff on, and ensures compliance with the communications protocol between the department, relevant ministers and members of parliament
- Act as a key liaison point between the Parliament, the Departments, Entities and strategic stakeholders
- Develop programmes for interactions between Ministry and critical stakeholders
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit their applications to:
- Address: The Director-General, Department of Public Works and Infrastructure, Private Bag X65, Pretoria, 0001 or CGO Building, Cnr Bosman and Madiba Street, Pretoria.
- For Attention: Ms. NP Mudau
- Applicants are requested to use the Z83 form, and must be signed when submitted, as failure to do so will result in their application being disqualified.
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This role as Deputy Director: Parliamentary and Cabinet Support is not just a job—it’s a crucial position within the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure that offers the opportunity to significantly impact the effective communication and operational functions between the government’s executive branches and its administrative structures.
If you have the relevant qualifications, experience, and the drive to contribute to governance and public administration, we highly encourage you to apply. Take this step to advance your career while actively participating in the shaping of public policy and administration at the highest levels.
Join a team committed to transparency, efficiency, and innovation in serving the public interest. Your expertise could be key to enhancing our nation’s governance and administrative efficacy.
