Provincial Electoral Officers at Electoral Commission

The purpose of this position is to exercise overall responsibility for the leadership and operational management of the Electoral Commission mandate and activities within the province. The Provincial Electoral Officer reports to Chief Electoral Officer

Responsibilities/Duties

• Contribute to the formulation of the organisation's strategic direction and manage formulation and implementation of the provincial business plan.
• Strategic management of the development, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting on the Commission's programs and projects at the provincial and municipal level, including election management; civic education, democracy development and voter education programs; maintaining the national common voters' roll; updating the delimitation of voting districts and data on voting stations; managing political party liaison committees; achieving results and performance targets.

• Foster and maintain sound working relationships with stakeholders (political parties, service providers, government in province and municipalities).
• Lead the Provincial Political Liaison Committee, represent the province office in various forums; implementation of an internal and external communication strategy in the province.
• Financial management and reporting. Lead the identification, evaluation, reporting and implementation of risk and compliance programmes for the province and compliance with all relevant legislative frameworks and policies.
• Timely preparation of quarterly and annual performance reports as well as quarterly risk reports.
• Management of the human resources allocated to the province. 

Requirements

• Matric/N3 and an appropriate tertiary qualification with a minimum of 8 years relevant working experience at management level of which at least 6 must be at management level (manager or director or equivalent).
• Experience in election management will be an added advantage.
• Experience in project management and stakeholder engagement is essential;
• Understanding of democratic electoral processes in the country and legislative frameworks; comprehensive knowledge and familiarity with the province and its dynamics.

• Strategic leadership and management within a complex and diverse environment; people management; budget planning and management; building strategic relationships; problem-solving and decision-making; excellent verbal and written communication skills; good interpersonal skills; liaison and negotiation skills and experience; political and conflict resolution skills;
• knowledge and understanding of the PFMA, and treasury regulations; prepared to travel extensively both local and internationally and a valid driver's license.

In addition, knowledge of the languages predominantly spoken in the province will be advantageous.

Remuneration

Inclusive remuneration package of R1, 415,658 per annum   

More Information

DATE OF ASSUMPTION OF DUTY IS 1 JANUARY 2021

Applicants for the above positions must be South African citizens, who have not had a recent prominent political profile in the last 5 years.  Applications must in all cases be marked with the relevant reference number and be accompanied by updated comprehensive curriculum vitae (CV) as well as certified copies of all qualification documents and identity document. 

Should applicants be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Failure to attach the relevant reference number and to submit the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. 

Please note that the CV, all qualifications and references are subject to verification and appointments will only be made upon successful verification thereof. All appointments are subject to a probation period of not less than 12 months and successful applicants will be required to enter into a performance contract.

The Electoral Commission will only correspond with short-listed candidates and interviews will be conducted on a date and time specified by the interview panel. The Electoral Commission is under no obligation to fill the positions after advertising them and reserves the right not to make any appointment in the above posts. Although advertised, a position may be withdrawn, re-advertised or filled by way of transfer or deployment, should it be considered in the interest of service delivery. The Electoral Commission may in terms of the Electoral Commission Act, furthermore amend the requirements and functions of its positions from time to time.