DEPUTY DIRECTOR: SECRETARIAT SERVICES

Job Overview

The Western Cape Government's Department of the Premier invites applications for a Deputy Director: Secretariat Services (Ref No: DOTP 37/2026). The successful candidate will earn an all-inclusive salary package of R932 292 to R1098 195 per annum. Requirements include an NQF level 6 tertiary qualification and at least 3 years of relevant management experience. Key responsibilities involve managing secretariat and logistical support to executive structures, executive decision-making support, governance and compliance support, as well as overseeing human resources, financial management, and sub-directorate performance.

Requirements & Qualifications

• An appropriate 3-year Tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher qualification) on NQF level 6 as recognised by SAQA
• A minimum of 3 years relevant Management experience
• Knowledge and understanding of decision support systems, public management theory and practice, policy analysis, and operational management
• Knowledge of legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies, and project management
• Understanding of modern systems of governance, administration, and public service procedures
• Knowledge of Constitutional, legal, and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector
• Familiarity with public finance, human resources, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), and Treasury Regulations
• Knowledge of Labour Relations legislation, regulations, and performance management

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage the provision of secretariat and logistical support to executive structures
• Manage the provision of executive decision-making support
• Manage the provision of executive governance and compliance support
• Plan and manage the work of and account for the overall performance of the Sub-directorate
• Perform planning, organising, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting duties
• Oversee records and information management
• Manage people management functions including recruitment and selection, training, performance management, mentoring, coaching, and discipline
• Handle financial management duties including budget, assets, procurement, and monitoring and evaluation

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