Director: Non-capital Incentives

What you will need

• A minimum SAQA recognised qualification at NQF level 7 in Accounting / Business Management / Economics / Business Administration / Development Finance or equivalent.
• Essential knowledge: A good understanding of the PFMA, National Treasury Regulations, relevant Public Sector Regulations, the Tourism Act and relevant Tourism policy documents (e.g.
• National Tourism Sector Strategy, Tourism Growth Partnership Plan, etc.).
• Knowledge of the structure and functioning of the Tourism sector.
• Knowledge of the role and functioning of government incentive and financial support programmes will be an added advantage.
• Skills requirement: Strategic thinking skills (analytical, conceptual, problem solving)
• Policy formulation and implementation skills
• Leadership and management skills (incl.
• Project Management, Financial Management, Human Resource Management, Risk Management and Stakeholder Management)
• Strong communication skills (verbal, written, presentation)
• and a high-level of Computer Literacy.
• Possession of a valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel.
• One of the minimum entry requirements for an SMS-level post is the pre-entry certificate.
• For more details on the pre-entry course, visit: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/.
• The candidate must complete the SMS pre-entry certificate prior to any appointment.

Experience

A minimum of 5 years’ experience in an appropriate field in a Middle / Senior Management position and experience in the provision of 113 support for small enterprises. Understanding and experience in Project Management.

Driver's licence

Possession of a valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel.

Skills and competencies

• Skills requirement: Strategic thinking skills (analytical, conceptual, problem solving)
• Policy formulation and implementation skills
• Leadership and management skills (incl.
• Strong communication skills (verbal, written, presentation)

Key responsibilities

• The successful candidate will be responsible for: Providing strategic direction for the directorate through the formulation of business plans aligned to Departmental objectives.
• Overseeing the development of operational plans to guide implementation of functional responsibilities.
• Monitoring implementation of programmes and projects to ensure alignment with developed plans and strategic departmental objectives.
• Compiling quarterly implementation and management reports.
• Design and refining of new and existing programmes.
• Managing the ongoing implementation and administration of programmes to facilitate growth and development.
• Ensuring that programmes are accessible to eligible enterprises and are effective in achieving the intended impact.
• Ensuring effective internal and external stakeholder management.
• Developing operating standards and procedures for the receipt, processing, evaluation and adjudication of applications to programmes Developing and applying effective internal controls to mitigate risks in the implementation of programmes.
• Ensuring fair assessment and evaluation of applications in line with programme guidelines.
• Providing relevant support to adjudication committees.
• Ensuring that budget preparation is in line with strategic plans and Departmental objectives and expenditure is correctly projected, monitored and reported on.
• Managing Human Resources.
• Monitoring and reporting on the utilisation of equipment.
• Co-ordinating and monitoring the implementation of memoranda of understanding, service level agreements and expenditure reviews.
• Managing the processing of claims and payments to service providers.
• Developing and review payment process documentation.
• Reviewing and approving project payments.

Additional details

• Grade: Provincial

How to apply

Email application: [email protected]

• Application method: Email
• Email: [email protected]
• Enquiries: Mr B Meyer
• Telephone: (012) 444 6580

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