Description

Salary: R1 317 384 per annum

Requirements

The applicant must be in possession of a qualification at NQF Level 7 as recognised by SAQA , 5 years’ experience at a Middle/Senior managerial level In-depth experience in school nutrition, nutrition or food security programming, conditional grant programme management, or a comparable large-scale public sector programme, together with a sound understanding of the National School Nutrition Programme; Experience in policy formulation and implementation processes; Experience in managing diverse stakeholders and working effectively with communities; Strong analytical, strategic, research, programme and project-management skills; A sound understanding of the national, provincial, district and school interface within the education sector; Knowledge and understanding of nutrition/dietetics and related research; Knowledge and understanding of Government’s strategic vision and Public Service legislation and policies applicable to the education sector; Knowledge of the public sector policy, legislative and regulatory environment, particularly the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA) and Public Service Regulations (PSR); and An understanding of Government strategies and interventions relevant to the work of the Directorate. Process competencies: Knowledge Management; Service Delivery Innovation; Report Writing; Problem Solving and Analysis; Client Orientation and Customer Focus; and Communication. Core competencies: Strategic Capability and Leadership; Programme and Project Management; Financial Management; Knowledge Management; People Management and Empowerment; Communication; Innovation; and Creativity. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel extensively. The successful candidate must demonstrate strong computer literacy and the ability to work collaboratively and effectively in a dynamic and demanding environment.