DIRECTOR: SOCIAL COHESION AND NATION BUILDING REF NO:DSAC-08/10/2023
DEPARTMENT OF SPORT, ARTS AND CULTURE (DSAC)
SALARY: R1 162 200 per annum, an all-inclusive remuneration package of, consisting of a basic salary (70% of the total remuneration package), State’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of basic salary) and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of applicable rules and guidelines.
CENTRE: Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS:
Senior Certificate/Matric Certificate/ Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent qualification; An Undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Law or Economics or any other relevant qualification; Successful completion of a Pre-entry Certificate for Public Sector Senior Management Leadership as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG); A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel; A minimum of 5 years relevant experience at a middle/senior management level; Knowledge and understanding of social cohesion and nation building programmes; Knowledge of Priority 6 Programme of Action; Strong cognitive, research, and analytical skills; Facilitation, coordination, and coaching; Good communication and interpersonal relations; Good organisational skills and administrative skills; Project management skills; Knowledge of Financial management and reporting writing; Computer literacy; Knowledge and understanding of relevant prescripts, Acts and Regulations; Analytical thinking and Problem-solving skills.
DUTIES:
- The purpose of this post is to manage and oversee social cohesion and nation building programmes and advocacy programmes that promote social cohesion and nation building;
- Manage the Coordination, Monitoring, and reporting of Priority 6 & Medium-Term Strategic Framework (MTSF);
- Manage the development of the 2024/2029 Medium Term Strategic Framework chapter on social cohesion and nation building, obtain approval and submit it to the Presidency;
- Manage, advise, and oversee the development of a monitoring tool and monitor Priority 6 strategic interventions in the Priority 6 Programme of Action;
- Develop an annual report and submit to Minister; Support Departmental entities by organizing mainstreaming sessions on Priority 6 (Social Cohesion and Nation Building);
- Manage, and support the efficiency of the Social Cohesion Advocates Programme; Establish, support, and manage the partnership with all relevant stakeholders including development agencies, research institutions and academia;
- Establish a working relationship with DSAC Provincial Departments and establish a Social Cohesion and Nation Building Coordinator’s Forum;
- Establish a working relationship with DSAC entities on their social cohesion and outreach program; Manage the development of the annual business plan of the Social Cohesion Advocates in line with the MTSF;
- Develop opinion pieces for social cohesion and negotiate publication in the print media; Oversee the implementation of Moral Regeneration Movement Programme;
- Conduct monthly briefings with the MRM at their headquarters in terms of programmatic work;
- Manage, guide and support in the development of the annual report for the Moral Regeneration Movement (MRM) Programmes with particular attention on strengthening Provincial Coordinators;
- Strengthen the MRM and Social Cohesion Councils in Provinces; Oversee the implementation of effective Community Conversations, and external partnerships;
- Manage and oversee the development and conceptualisation of National Days Programme; Oversee stakeholder relations for the successful implementation of the National days programme.
APPLICATIONS:
Email applications to job@onlinecareerguidance.co.za. Only emailed applications will be considered. Please quote the reference number/ post title in the heading/ subject line. There will be no follow-up emails to this address, correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered or accepted.
NOTE: It is our intention to increase the level of Female representativity at the Senior Management level; therefore, preference will be given to Female applicants and Persons with Disabilities.
ENQUIRIES: Ms J Boonzaaier Tel No: (012) 441 3230
CLOSING DATE: 03 November 2023 at 16:00
