Head of Department - Social Development

Recruiter:

WMS Secure

Job Ref:

2099309355

Date posted:

Saturday, July 19, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

REQUIREMENTS: A relevant qualification in Social Work, Social Studies,Public Management, Business Administration or in a related field at NQF level 8 as recognized by South African Qualifications Authority
(SAQA). Ten (10) years’ experience at Senior Management level.

KEY COMPETENCIES: Proven ability to operationalize and ensure compliance with legislation and policy development at national, provincial and local level. Demonstrable experience in management at an executive level,
Strategic leadership, change management and project management skills, service delivery innovation, Compliance with the Public Service Act and regulations, legislation and regulations governing social issues, as well as the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and financial regulatory frameworks underpinning good corporate governance IN South Africa.
Excellent coordination, communication, networking, negotiation,
corporate governance, and multi-tasking skills. The ability to work under
pressure and willingness to work long and irregular hours and travel
extensively.

DUTIES: Serve as Accounting Officer of the Department in accordance with the provisions of the PFMA. Providing strategic leadership to the Department; Overseeing the development, implementation and monitoring of organizational programmes in line with organisational policies. Ensuring sound financial management and application of good
corporate governance principles. Ensuring that the highest standard of corporate governance and ethics are upheld.

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