Deputy Director: Recovery at Western Cape Government

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/ B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years management level experience in the field of disaster management.

Recommendation    

• Financial management and Project management experience; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. 

NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Key Performance Areas    

• Coordinate and facilitate the following: The disaster assessments and verification processes; Disaster debriefings/post events analysis studies; Disaster declarations and classifications; Disaster relief, rehabilitation and reconstruction projects; The application, allocation and monitoring of disaster grants; To oversee the strategic management planning, human resource performance management and risk management in the sub-directorate; To manage the finances/budget of the sub-directorate in terms of financial prescripts.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Disaster Management Act (Act 57 of 2002) as amended; Related policies and guidelines as well as applicable legislation; Understanding of the disaster management systems and procedures as applied in all three spheres of government with the focus on disaster recovery; Human Resource Management; Strategic planning; Skills needed: Proven computer literacy (MS Office); Communication (written and verbal); Ability to work independently and as part of a team.