An appropriate qualification at NQF level 8 as recognised by SAQA.

A minimum of 8 years’ experience at a senior managerial level.

Successful completion of the Certificate for entry into the SMS (Senior Management Service) prior to appointment: The successful candidate will be required to complete the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme (Nyukela) and submit the certificate before he/she can be appointed to this post.

Knowledge of the following:

Proven senior management expertise and practical experience in:

Legislation and Governance: Deep understanding of modern systems of governance and public administration, including a thorough understanding of the constitutional, legal and institutional frameworks governing the South African public sector, and the application thereof in the Western Cape Government people management priorities.

Regulatory Frameworks: The Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, Labour Relations legislation, and related financial prescripts, directives and collective agreements, with demonstrated ability to ensure compliance, risk management, and sound governance and Data Governance Frameworks.

Strategic Management: Policy development, strategic planning, monitoring, and evaluation and review of processes aligned with provincial priorities and government outcomes.

Financial Management: Public finance management, procurement and tendering processes, and human resource and discourse management.

People and Performance Management: Comprehensive experience in human resource management, team leadership and performance systems to drive accountability and results.

Operational Systems: Public service procedures, performance management systems, and information and knowledge management systems, enabling efficient operations, evidence-based decision-making and continuous improvement.

Programme and Project Management: End-to-end programme and project management, including planning, implementation, oversight, reporting and risk mitigation to achieve strategic and operational targets.

Contextual Awareness: Strong understanding of global, regional and local political, socio-economic and political dynamics, impacting the functioning of Western Cape and activities of provincial government departments, translating insights into informed strategic advice.

Service Delivery and Innovation: Skilled in operational and knowledge management systems supporting evidence-based decision-making, efficient operations, and continuous improvement.

Skills in the following:

Effective communication skills.

Strong ability to conceptualise, formulate and demonstrate thought leadership in complex applications.

Persuasion and influencing abilities.

Leadership, team-building and interpersonal skills.

Planning, organising, and people management skills.

Proven ability to multi-task, manage ambiguity, and perform efficiently in rapidly changing environments.