Deputy Director: Funding Facilitation

In brief

**Overview** This is an explanation of the role of Deputy Director: Funding Facilitation at the Kwazulu-Natal Department Of Agriculture And Rural Development, based at Head Office - Cedara. The position offers an all-inclusive salary of R1 101 468 per annum (Level 12) within the MMS package. The role focuses on managing the facilitation and sourcing of project and programme specific funding for the department. **What you will do** Key responsibilities for this role include: * Managing the facilitation and sourcing of project and programme specific funding. * Developing and updating the Rural Funding Model Framework for rural SMME’s. * Providing accurate monitoring and reporting in respect of funding facilitation. * Developing policies and strategies aimed at improving service delivery. * Managing resources of the sub-directorate. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * **Qualifications:** An NQF level 07 degree in Business Management / Business Administration / Marketing and a valid driver’s licence. * **Experience:** 5 years’ relevant junior management experience. * **Knowledge:** RSA Constitution, Public Service Act, Public Administration Management Act, Public Service Regulations, Directive on Human Resources Management and Development for Public Service professionalization, PFMA, Labour Relations Act, EPMDS, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, International Relations Framework, Trade and Industry Guidelines, sector specific knowledge, relevant national and international legislation, standards, protocols, treaties and conventions, Donor Fund Management, co-operations management, trade and marketing. * **Skills:** Management, planning, diplomacy, literacy, communication, project management, interpersonal relations, organising, problem solving, motivational, computer literacy, financial management, report writing, time management, decision making, self-disciplined and ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate for this Deputy Director position should possess an NQF level 07 degree in Business Management, Business Administration, or Marketing, coupled with a valid driver’s licence. They should have at least 5 years of relevant junior management experience, demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of public service legislation, financial management frameworks, donor fund management, and trade/marketing. Essential skills include strong management, planning, communication, project management, financial management, and report writing abilities, along with self-discipline and the capacity to work under pressure with minimum supervision. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/kwazulu-natal-department-of-agriculture-and-rural-development-vacancies-dpsa-circular-37-of-2026#spani-ref-ssc26-2026 Source: govpage

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• At least 5 years of experience.

• Project management
• Driver's licence

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