Director : Limpopo Youth Development : Polokwane

Limpopo Office Of The Premier; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent government office seeks a dynamic leader to drive youth development initiatives. You will develop policies, provide strategic direction, and collaborate with various stakeholders to enhance youth economic participation and social cohesion. This role requires strong management experience, relevant qualifications, and the ability to utilize data in decision-making.

Qualifications

• Five years’ experience at Middle/Senior Management level.
• SMS Pre-Entry (Nyukela) Certificate upon appointment.
• A valid driver's license required (except for people with disabilities).

Responsibilities

• Develop and review provincial youth development policies and strategies.
• Align youth development strategies with provincial growth initiatives.
• Oversee integrated youth development programmes across departments.

Skills

Strategic Planning

Policy Development

Partnership Building

Data Management

Community Engagement

Education

Undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7)

Job description

Job Location : Limpopo, Polokwane
Deadline : August 14, 2025
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Key Performance Areas

The successful candidate will be required to :

• Develop and review provincial youth development policies, frameworks, and strategies.
• Align youth development strategies with provincial growth and development strategies.
• Provide strategic direction to departments on mainstreaming youth development initiatives.
• Oversee the development and implementation of integrated youth development programmes across all provincial departments.
• Facilitate coordination of departmental and municipal youth development plans to avoid duplication and promote synergies.
• Drive initiatives that enhance youth economic participation, social cohesion, and skills development.
• Build and manage strategic partnerships with the National Youth Development Agency (NYDA), civil society, private sector, and academic institutions.
• Engage with formations, community-based organizations, and traditional leaders to promote inclusive youth development.
• Prepare quarterly and annual reports on youth development interventions and their contribution to provincial development goals.
• Ensure data-driven decision-making by maintaining an up-to-date youth development database.

Prerequisites

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in Public Management, Public Administration, Project Management, Community Development, Development Studies, or equivalent as recognized by SAQA.
• Five (5) years’ experience at Middle/Senior Management level.
• SMS Pre-Entry (Nyukela) Certificate upon appointment.
• A valid driver's license, except for people with disabilities.