DEPUTY DIRECTOR–GENERAL: HEAD OF DEPARTMENT Jobs in South Africa

5-Year Contract
SALARY : R1025 133 per annum. All-inclusive flexible remuneration package, 10% non pensionable
Head of Department’s monthly allowance (the all-inclusive remuneration package consist of a basic salary of 60% and a 40% flexible portion structured according to personal needs) (Level 15)
CENTRE : Mafikeng (Head Office)
REQUIREMENTS :
*A postgraduate degree or equivalent qualification in Public Administration and or Agriculture
*Minimum of 5-10 years work experience as a senior manager preferably in the Public Service
*A relevant master degree qualification will be an added advantage.
Competencies:
*Dynamic strategic leader ship and communication skills
*Understanding of the operational environment of the Department and service delivery imperatives
* Extensive knowledge of the Public Service Regulatory Frameworks, including the Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations and the Public Service Act and Regulations* Proven ability to operationalise and ensure compliance with legislation and policy development at national and provincial level *Programme and project management skills
*People management and empowerment skills
* Demonstrable experience in stakeholder management, negotiation and corporate governance
*Client orientation and customer focus
*Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning and coordination of resources
*Strong analytical and innovation thinking abilities
*Strong organizational and conflict management skills.
DUTIES :
*As Head of Department and Accounting Officer in accordance Public Service Act, 1994 as amended, PFMA and Treasury Regulations, the successful candidate will be required to perform the following functions
*Develop Provincial policies and legislative framework conducive to sustainable Agriculture and Rural Development
*Ensure compliance with all the relevant legislative, statutory and regulatory requirements towards the  achievement of Departmental Service Delivery priorities and goals
*Develop, monitor, promote and co-ordinate the implementation of Departmental Service Delivery plans
*Monitor, evaluate and regulate Agriculture, Rural Development and related functions
*Manage the administration of Agriculture and Veterinary legislation and policies and co-ordination of Rural  Development activities
*Co-operative governance with National and Provincial Government.

ENQUIRIES : Mr Abbey Tlaletsi, tel. (018) 388-3040
APPLICATIONS : Applications, quoting the relevant reference, should be forwarded to Dr Kenneth
Boemah : The Director, Office of the MEC, Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, Private Bag X2039, Mmabatho 2735, or hand delivered at Agricentre Building, cnr Dr James Moroka Drive and Stadium Road, Mmabatho.
CLOSING DATE : 18 March 2011
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed form Z83 (Fully completed) obtainable from any Public Service Office, and should be accompanied by certified copies of educational qualifications, Identity Document together with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (covering full particulars of work experience,
training, qualification, skills, competencies and knowledge). Female candidates are encouraged to apply. Short-listed candidates will be subjected to competency assessment and security screening processes. The successful candidate will be subjected to a security vetting process and will sign off an oath of secrecy thereafter. The appointment of the successful candidate is subject to positive security vetting results and verified educational qualifications. It is the responsibility of applicants to make sure that foreign qualifications are evaluated by South African Qualifications Authority. Faxed or e-mailed and late applications will not be considered. Failure to comply with the above requirements will result in the disqualification of the application.