Regional Director: West Coast

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Overview This document outlines the role of Regional Director for the West Coast region within the Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government, as advertised in Dpsa Circular 37 of 2026 (Ref No: DSD 101/2026). The position offers an all-inclusive salary package of R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13). This is a senior management position responsible for strategic, people, and financial management at a regional level, focusing on social development programmes and corporate services. What you will do As the Regional Director: West Coast, you will be responsible for: * Line Management: Strategic management, advice and guidance in respect of the following functional areas: Families and Children Programmes, Special Programmes, Social Crime Prevention, Programmes, Support the service delivery unit (SDU) and service delivery partners with the implementation of programmes (children and families, and restorative services: Victim empowerment, crime Prevention and support, and substance abuse), District Business Planning, Information & Stakeholder Management. * Manage operational business planning and monitoring processes. * Community Development Programmes. * Manage Corporate Services at Regional Level. * Strategic Management (including Change Management): Define and review on a continual basis the purpose, objectives, priorities and activities of the Directorate; Drive the Directorate’s strategic planning process; Drive the development and management of the strategic and business plans for the Directorate; Evaluate the performance of the Directorate on a continuing basis against pre-determined key measurable objectives and standards; Evaluate regional performance against predetermined objectives and standards and report to the HOD; Report to the Chief Director on a regular basis on the activities of the Directorate and on matters of substantial importance relating to operational management support; Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and prescripts in respect of adequate and appropriate record keeping of the activities of the Directorate, and of the resources (people, finances and assets) employed by it; Foster and promote a culture of innovation within the Directorate, and the Department; Diligently perform all duties assigned to the post of Director. * People Management: Participate in the recruitment of employees in the numbers and grades appropriate to ensure the achievement of the Directorate’s Business Plan; Motivate, train and guide employees within the Directorate, to achieve and maintain excellence in service delivery; Actively manage the performance, evaluation and rewarding of employees within the Directorate; Monitor information capacity building within the Directorate; Ensure involvement in the compilation of a workforce plan, a service delivery improvement programme, and an information resources plan for the Directorate; Promote sound labour relations within the Directorate; Actively manage and promote the maintenance of discipline within the Directorate. * Financial Management: Manage participation in the budgeting process at Directorate level; Ensure the preparation of the Annual and Adjustment Budgets for the Directorate; Assume direct accountability for the efficient, economic and effective control and management of the Directorate’s budget and expenditure; Assume direct accountability for ensuring that the correct tender and procurement procedures are adhered to in respect of purchases for the Directorate; Assume direct accountability for ensuring contracts are managed effectively and efficiently for the Directorate; Ensure that all spending is aligned with the strategic objectives of the Directorate and Department; Report to the Chief Director and relevant oversight role players/committees on all aspects of the Directorate’s finances; Assume overall accountability for the management, maintenance and safekeeping of the Directorate’s assets; Assume direct accountability for ensuring that appropriate risk management procedures are in place and adhered to for the Directorate; Ensure that full and proper records of the financial affairs of the Directorate are kept in accordance with any prescribed norms and standards. Requirements (from the original advert) * An appropriate NQF 7 or higher qualification as recognised by SAQA. * A minimum of 5 years relevant middle/senior management level experience. * Successful completion of Certificate for entry into the SMS (Senior Management Service) prior to appointment is a requirement. The nominated candidate will be required to complete the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme (Nyukela) before the candidate can be appointed into this post. * **Competencies**: * Extensive knowledge of applicable policies and procedures: Educational environment. * Knowledge of the following: Applicable policies and procedures; Management principles. * Core Competencies: Strategic Capability and leadership, People Management and Empowerment, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management and Change Management. * **Skills**: Interpret and apply relevant policies and procedures; People Management planning; Problem solving; Sound Budgeting skills; Communication and facilitation skills; Strategic thinking and planning. Who should apply Candidates should possess an appropriate NQF 7 or higher qualification and a minimum of 5 years of relevant middle/senior management experience. Ideal applicants will have successfully completed (or be prepared to complete) the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme (Nyukela) for SMS appointment. They should demonstrate extensive knowledge of applicable policies and procedures, management principles, and core competencies in Strategic Capability and Leadership, People Management and Empowerment, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management, and Change Management. Strong skills in interpreting and applying policies, people management planning, problem-solving, budgeting, communication, facilitation, and strategic thinking are essential. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/western-cape-department-of-social-development-vacancies-dpsa-circular-37-of-2026#spani-ref-dsd-101-2026 Source: govpage

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