WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF THE PREMIER

 Apply advanced problem-solving skills which are results orientated; Aptitude to work with large volumes of spatial data; Oversee complex and advanced technology roll outs; Drafting of a project plan and realistically management resources; Professionalism by having a self-motivated and disciplined attitude; Fluent communication in multiple media formats. Ability to: Work under pressure and meet deadlines; Lead a team by example with punctuality and reliability; Assess situation/s and make strategic good rational decisions timeously; Skills: Exceptional planning and organization; Communication (written and verbal). Computer literacy in MS Office Package, MS Visio and Database tools. 

DUTIES : Manage spatial data services, processes and workflows to publish web services for multiple spatial data types including imagery and APIs’ like Geocoding and Routing; Implement continuous improvement services and automating the spatial data acquisition and dissemination change management processes and quality assurance; Manage GIS applications development and integration services by facilitating API builds & reuse; Keeping abreast of new technology and tool developments relevant to Location Intelligence; Provide GIS cloud infrastructure management and support services for applications and data. Manage and maintain the cloud hosting environment; Provide Transversal GIS co-ordination and collaboration services by promoting and enforcing the GIS technology platform as the corporate standard, to prevent duplication and contain costs; Oversee the compliance of GIS technology to governance frameworks and Enterprise Architecture; Collaborate with and provide support services to the GIS community at all levels including WCG departments, Local & National government and various related forums; Manage the coordination and facilitation of GIS related contracts for the Enterprise License agreement, GIS specialist skills and service level agreements. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms S. Begg at Tel No: (021) 483 2417 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

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POLICY AND STRATEGY ANALYST: POLICY RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS, REF NO. DOTP 32/2020 R1 (2 POSTS AVAILABLE) 
SALARY : R869 007 per annum (Level 12), (All-inclusive salary package) 
CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 
 
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 (and/or other related fields) development and implementation; Working with applied innovative methodologies Managing stakeholder relations, facilitation and be strong in networking; Ability to conceptualise, analyse, interpret, synthesise and present qualitative and quantitative complex information; Proven working experience in a fast-paced, flexible and dynamic environment. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Public policy analysis and public development processes; Strategy development, strategy management and strategy monitoring and review process; 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; Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South Africa public sector; Inter-governmental and international relations; Strong conceptual and formulation skills; Strong leadership skills with specific reference to the ability to display thorough leadership complex applications; Strong written and verbal communication, public speaking and facilitation skills; Proven computer literacy; Strong project management and organisational skills and detail orientated; The ability to lead and direct teams of professionals and service providers. 
 
DUTIES : 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 and decision-making methodology and support systems; Provide strategic support to the policy agenda of key strategic public and private partners; Supervision of operational planning and work organisation of the unit; Unit work organising; Unit operational planning; Directorate Strategic planning participation; Manage the staff of the unit; Staff performance; Training and development; Staff planning (recruitment, selection, leave management, well-being). 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms A Martinus at Tel No: (021) 483 3437 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: INVESTIGATIONS AND ADVICE REF NO: DOTP 06/2021 
SALARY : R376 596 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher qualification) in Social Sciences or a legal field; A minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience; A valid code B driving licence. Recommendation: Social policy expert/Children's Rights expert; LLM Degree or a Masters level Social Sciences Degree. Competencies: Knowledge in the following: Social policy; Child rights; Research methodologies; Needs, interests and rights of children; Critical issues and challenges which children face; Public budgeting for child rights realisation; Stakeholders within the sector; Management Skills: Strategy monitoring and review processes; People Management processes; Financial Management processes; Behavioural competencies: Applying Expertise and Technology; Analysing; Relating and Networking; Leading and Supervising; Skills: Conduct research and analysis; Interpret and apply relevant social policies and child rights; Understand and apply governance policies and procedures; Human resource planning; Problem solving skills; Sound Budgeting skills; Facilitation Skills; Presentation Skills; Report writing skills. 
 
DUTIES : Support the championing of child rights by applying expert research skills; Conduct research with regards to the rights, needs and interests of the children in the Western Cape; Applying qualitative and quantitative research skills including sector specific research skills in child rights research methods such as public budget monitoring and child participation research. Supervise and provide guidance to level 8 staff regarding their roles and functions; Assist with the development of tools and implementation of policies and strategic frameworks; Develop information and advice tools on children’s rights for persons, institutions or organs of state in the Western Cape whose policies and practices relate to children; Report on the activities of the Children’s Commissioner. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms D Reid - Donelle.Reid@westerncape.gov.za  
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co