ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: PROTOCOL SERVICES

Job Overview

The Department of the Premier within the Western Cape Government is hiring an Assistant Director: Protocol Services (Level 09) based in the Western Cape. Candidates require an NQF level 6 qualification, at least 3 years of relevant experience, and a valid code B driving license. Key responsibilities include assisting with the Premier's diary commitments, facilitating special projects, supporting international relations planning for official visits, and executing managerial functions. Applicants must possess strong project management, financial, and governance competencies.

Requirements & Qualifications

• An appropriate qualification at NQF level 6 (equivalent or higher qualification)
• A minimum of 3 years relevant experience
• A valid code B (or higher) driving license (People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply)
• Working knowledge and understanding of legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices bearing on line functions
• Working knowledge of information systems aiding knowledge and information management
• Knowledge of project management and operational management practices
• Knowledge of procurement and tendering processes
• Knowledge of policy development, operational management, monitoring and review processes
• Knowledge of modern systems of governance and administration, and public service procedures
• Knowledge of regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting the Western Cape Government
• Knowledge of constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector
• Knowledge of public finance, human resources, discourse management, PFMA, and National and Provincial Treasury regulations
• Knowledge of labour relations legislation, regulations, and performance management
• Skills in numeracy, computer literacy, language, project management, accounting, finance and audit

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist with the planning, coordinating and execution of the Premier's diary commitments with internal and external stakeholders
• Facilitate special projects of the Premier
• Support Directorate International Relations in the planning for incoming and outgoing international official visits
• Perform managerial functions

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