Policy & Administration Strategy Lead

Durban; Durban; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Durban is seeking a senior manager to lead policy development and administration. You will oversee policy processes, coordinate stakeholder input, and ensure alignment of projects to policy frameworks.

The role involves strategic planning with the Director, resource allocation, and performance oversight. Responsibilities include budgeting, ensuring an efficient administrative system, and delivering progress reports.

Qualifications

• Degree at NQF Level 7 in Public Administration/Public Management/Business Administration or related field.
• Valid motor vehicle driving license.
• Minimum 6 years relevant experience, including 2 years at management level.
• Computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Oversee policy development processes and stakeholder consultations.
• Coordinate policy and projects, aligning projects to policy directives.
• Formulate strategies for effective policy and administration management with the Director.
• Implement strategy by grouping functions, allocating resources and clarifying responsibilities.
• Monitor and review performance across directorate activities.
• Manage the policy and administration budget at a senior level.
• Lead and manage the administrative system of the Directorate.
• Present progress reports to the Director.

Skills

Policy development

Stakeholder engagement

Budget management

Planning and organising

Monitoring and control

Organisational awareness

Direction setting

Interpersonal relationships

Communication

Action and outcome orientation

Resilience

Impact and influence

Coaching and mentoring

Education

Degree (NQF Level 7) in Public Administration or Public Management or Business Administration or any related/equivalent qualification

Postgraduate qualification (NQF Level 8) in Public Administration or Public Management or Business Administration or related/equivalent

Job description

Durban is seeking a senior manager to lead policy development and administration. You will oversee policy processes, coordinate stakeholder input, and ensure alignment of projects to policy frameworks.

The role involves strategic planning with the Director, resource allocation, and performance oversight. Responsibilities include budgeting, ensuring an efficient administrative system, and delivering progress reports.