ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: STRATEGIC PLANNING

Department of Sport, Arts and Culture

Reference number: DSRAC 07/07/2026
Salary: R487 197 – R573 897 per annum (Level 09), an all-inclusive remuneration
Centre: Head Office (Qonce)
Province: Eastern Cape
Closing date: 17 August 2026
Circular: No 27 of 2026

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Requirements

National Senior Certificate plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 6) in Public Administration, Public Management / Business Management / Strategic Management / Management Sciences / Business Administration / Development studies/ Policy & Development Management / Monitoring & Evaluation / Project Management / Organizational Development/ Economics / Management Sciences / Governance / Development planning / Operations management / Social Sciences. Minimum of three (3) 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 Departmental Strategic Plans 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. 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. A valid driving license is required.

Duties

Coordinate operational and strategic planning processes. Facilitate the development, review, and alignment of strategic and operational plans in line with organisational objectives, policies, and legislative requirements. Facilitate planning sessions and provide guidance to business units on strategic planning processes, frameworks, and methodologies. Support the development of performance plans, implementation plans, and related planning documentation. Monitor progress against approved plans and identify risks, challenges, and opportunities for improvement. Compile strategic planning reports, dashboards, and briefing documents for management consideration. Ensure effective coordination between strategic priorities, operational activities, and resource allocation. Facilitate the identification of service delivery challenges and support the development of improvement plans and interventions. Facilitate stakeholder engagement to ensure service delivery initiatives are responsive to organisational and stakeholder needs. Support the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of service delivery improvement initiatives. Analyse performance information and provide recommendations to enhance efficiency, effectiveness and quality of service delivery. Track implementation progress and prepare reports on improvement initiatives, outcomes, and areas requiring intervention. Promote continuous improvement practices across the organisation. Coordinate and support the implementation of priority programmes /projects. Facilitate the planning, implementation, and monitoring of priority programmes and strategic projects. Provide project coordination support, including tracking milestones, deliverables, risks, and dependencies. Facilitate collaboration among internal and external stakeholders involved in priority initiatives. Monitor project performance against approved objectives, timelines, and outcomes. Prepare progress reports, presentations, and updates for management and relevant governance structures. Support the resolution of implementation challenges to ensure successful delivery of strategic priorities. Management of administration support. Give input in the development of policies and operational plans. Compile and submit monthly and quarterly reports. Determine and verify the authenticity of the evidence provided. Attend and respond to audit matters. Supervise human resources. Maintain staff discipline.

Where to send your application

Applications must be submitted as follows: via the provincial e-recruitment system accessible at: https://ecprov.gov.za and/or at https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za The Provincial e-Recruitment System is available 24/7 and closes at 23: 59 on the Closing Date. To report any e- Recruitment System challenges send an email with your (i) ID Number, (ii) profile email address, (iii) details of your issue to: e-recruitment- bhisho@ecdpw.gov.za Do not send any applications to this email address; should you do so, your applications/ CV will be regarded as lost and will not be considered. Technical support is limited to working hours: (08:00-16:30 Mon- Thursday and 08:00-16:00 on Friday). Hand-delivered/ E-Mailed/ Faxed/ Posted applications will not be accepted.

Enquiries

Ms. R. Swartbooi Tel No: (043) 492 0949 / 0936, Head Office – (Qonce) e-Recruitment Technical Enquiries – recruitment@ecsrac.gov.za

Note

Persons with a disability are encouraged to apply.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 27 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 31 July 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 31 July 2026.

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