Assistant Director: Strategic Planning and Management
Department of Correctional Services · National Head Office, South Africa
Closes 9 November
- Location
- National Head Office, South Africa
- Salary
- R487 197 per year
- Posted
- 24 October 2026
- Closing date
- 9 November 2026
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REF NO: HO 2026/11/60 Directorate: Strategic Planning and Management REQUIREMENTS: Recognised National Diploma (NQF Level 6) or Degree in Strategic Management / Monitoring and Evaluation / Accounting and or Auditing / Public Administration/ Business Management or related qualification. 3-5 years’ experience in a planning environment. Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence. Competencies And Attributes: Understanding of strategic planning processes and government planning cycle. Applied strategic thinking. Report writing and quality assurance. Excellent facilitation and communication skills. Understanding of excel and PowerPoi nt essential. Knowledge of government policies, acts and regulations. Understanding of monitoring and evaluation in government. Financial management. Good interpersonal relations. Approach to good governance. Analytical, planning and organising and problem -solving skills. Formal training in strategic planning and performance monitoring. NOTE: Appointment under the Public Service Act. DUTIES: Coordinate the development and review of the Departmental Strategic Plan, Annual Performance Plan (APP), and Annual Operational Plans. Monitor the implementation of departmental planning frameworks and approved plans. Provide strategic planning advice and technical support to Head Office and Regions. Liaise and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders on planning matters. Management of performance information, human resources, finance and assets. SALARY: R487 197 per annum CENTRE: National Head Office ENQUIRIES: National Head Office: Ms NS Khumalo Tel No: (012) 307 2174 or Ms TP Ngobeni Tel No: (012) 305 8589.
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