STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP AND CAPACITY BUILDING REFERENCE NUMBER: G16/2025
Term: Permanent
SALARY :
R1 266 714 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive). PSR 44 will apply to candidates appointed in the Salary Level
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS :
A Degree qualification (NQF Level 7) in Public Administration,
Communications, Knowledge Management, Development Studies or a related
field. Minimum of 10 years relevant experience, of which at least 5 years must
be at middle/senior management level, preferably in the public sector. Proven
leadership in strategic stakeholder engagement, knowledge production, and
institutional learning.
Competencies Required:
Strategic Orientation: Strategic orientation is about taking a broad scale, long-term view, assessing options
and implications. It demonstrates an intimate understanding of the capabilities,
nature and potential of the department. It involves taking calculated risks based
on awareness of social, economic, market and political issues, trends,
processes and outcomes as they impact the strategic direction of the
department and its linkages with the direction of government.
Systems Thinking: Orientation to think in system-wide terms with regards to functions or
divisions within the organisation. This includes spotting opportunities to
connect the initiatives underway in other areas or proactively sharing
information or resources that can be seen to have relevance and impact for
others.
Policy Development and Management: Knowledge of relevant
legislation, the legislative process and public affairs as it pertains to GTAC.
Includes the ability to monitor legislation that is of interest to GTAC. Utilizes a
wide variety of resources and tools to develop, maintain, monitor, enforce and
provide oversight of policies and regulations.
Financial management: Knowledge, skills, and judgment required to plan, direct, monitor, and control
financial resources to achieve strategic objectives effectively and responsibly.
Project Management: Knowledge of the principles, methods, or tools for
developing, scheduling, coordinating, and managing projects and resources,
including monitoring and inspecting costs, work, and contractor performance.
DUTIES :
To lead and manage integrated functions that advance GTAC’s strategic
partnerships, knowledge management, capacity building, and communications
agenda. The role ensures that GTAC effectively collaborates with stakeholders,
produces high-quality knowledge products, and strengthens institutional
capabilities to support government priorities.
Strategic Planning, Performance Monitoring and Compliance: Lead the development, implementation and
monitoring of annual strategic, performance and operational planning. Manage
budgeting, performance indicators, and resource planning in alignment with
GTAC’s strategic objectives. Oversee preparation of strategic, operational, and
audit reports required by management and oversight bodies. Ensure
compliance with applicable legislative frameworks including PFMA, Treasury
Regulations, and government communication and knowledge management
standards. Implement systems for quality assurance and continuous
improvement across all functions.
Stakeholder and Strategic Partnership Management: Develop and manage partnerships with local and international institutions, academia, research bodies, and government stakeholders.
Facilitate collaboration agreements, joint initiatives, and knowledge-sharing
networks. Represent GTAC in strategic forums, intergovernmental committees
and external partnerships. Knowledge Management, Research and Capacity
Building: Manage the implementation and continuous improvement of GTAC’s
knowledge management strategy, systems, and processes. Coordinate
GTAC’s research agenda in collaboration with programme units, ensuring
alignment with public finance, infrastructure, and development priorities. Lead
the curation, development and dissemination of knowledge products,
publications and case studies. Design and deliver learning and development
programmes including seminars, workshops, brown bags, and conferences.
Support the establishment and sustainability of internal and external
communities of practice. Communication and Publication Management:
Oversee strategic internal and external communications aligned with GTAC’s
branding and government protocols. Manage the production of newsletters,
brochures, reports, web content, and communication campaigns. Ensure
accessibility and visibility of GTAC’s work through digital and print platforms.
Governance and Institutional Coordination: Provide oversight and coordination
support to relevant internal governance structures such as EXCO, MANCO,
and project steering committees. Ensure that knowledge and insights
generated across programmes inform GTAC governance, planning, and
reporting processes. Coordinate the flow of strategic information between
GTAC and National Treasury. Support institutional alignment with GTAC’s
mandate and strategic direction.
ENQUIRIES :
HR Enquiries: Kaizer Malakoane at 066 250 7072 kaizer.malakoane@gtac.gov.za