Job Description

The Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to conduct policy research and analysis and provide strategic implementation support to the Directorate in implementing the Provincial Strategic Plan of the Western Cape Government. This post is stationed in Cape Town, CBD.
Minimum Requirements

An appropriate post graduate qualification in Arts, Social Sciences, Humanities, Economics, Planning, Public Policy or related qualification; A minimum of 6 years' relevant experience within a policy analysis and/ or research methodology environment.
Recommendation

Experience in the following: Social and economic policy development and implementation; Managing stakeholder relations, facilitation and networking; Proven experience in a fast-paced, flexible and dynamic environment. A valid code B (or higher) driving license.

NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.
Key Performance Areas

Research and analyse the provincial policy environment; Identify critical areas for provincial government intervention; Develop multi-functional policy and strategic responses; Initiate the development of appropriate, integrated and multi-disciplinary government programmes and strategic implementation; Support strategic provincial structures with appropriate policy formulation; Supervise operational planning and work organisation of the unit and Provide strategic support to the policy agenda of key strategic public and private partners.
Competencies

Knowledge of the following: Public policy analysis and public development processes; Strategy development, management, and monitoring; Modern systems of governance and administration; Policies of the government of the day; Global regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape; Intergovernmental and international relations. Skills needed: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc); Excellent strategy development; Excellent networking and network formation; Critical thinking; Innovation; Problem-solving; Good facilitation; Project management; Planning; Ability to: Analyse, conceptualise and implement policy and strategy; Work collaboratively and flexibly across teams within the organisation.
Remuneration

All-inclusive salary package of R958 824 per annum (Salary level 12)

Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service (MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees' service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.
Notes

Only applications submitted online at: www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time as determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency test. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. You may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Otherwise, all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

Western Cape Government