This vacancy has closed. It closed on 10 July 2026 and is kept here for reference only.
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT AND PLANNING
Department of Cooperative Governance
- Reference number
- COGTA 06/06/2026
- Salary
- R487 197 – R573 897 per annum (Level 09)
- Centre
- Bhisho
- Province
- Eastern Cape
- Closing date
- 10 July 2026
- Circular
- No 22 of 2026
Requirements
National Senior Certificate, plus undergraduate qualification (NQF level 6) in Public Management/ Management/Public Administration/Monitor and Evaluation. Three to Five (3-5) years’ experience at supervisory level 7/8 in strategic management/planning. Knowledge of Public Service Act, (Batho Pele Principles), PFMA, and Framework and Guideline for Strategic Pans and Annual Performance Plans. Application of planning methodology. Basic project management. Strategic formulation and implementation. Public sector governance framework. Communication (verbal and written). Problem solving and analysis. Planning and organising. Knowledge management. Diversity management. Budgeting and financial management. Basic research skills. Willingness to drive long Hours. Computer literacy. Thorough Knowledge of Microsoft Office. Valid Code 08 (EB) driving license. Incumbent must have worked in strategic planning or monitoring and evaluation. Competencies: Development and operational effectiveness, good people skill & teamwork, results orientated, self-starter, presentation and communication skills.
Duties
Coordinate and prepare inputs/presentations and feedback regarding the strategic, annual performance plan and operational plan for COGTA. Assist with the research or review or development of relevant departmental policies pertaining to COGTA procedures to the relevant role players. Facilitate, coordinate, develop, present and maintain strategic and annual planning processes. Coordinate the development, maintain and submission of strategic, annual performance plan and operational plans. Compile reports.
Enquiries
Ms. N. Gemby at 072 657 6518) e-Recruitment Technical Enquiries: recruitment@eccogta.gov.za
Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 22 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 26 June 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.
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