Job Alert: Division Manager: Core Business Support

CORE BUSINESS SUPPORT

DIVISION MANAGER: CORE BUSINESS SUPPORT

We offer a market and industry competitive total cost to company package

The Parliament of the Republic of South Africa is a premier institution in the country given its status as the only legislative authority of South Africa. It is the heart of our democracy where the country’s representatives gather to discuss important issues and debate policy affecting the citizens, engage with citizens in the process of passing laws meant to promote the public and improve the lives of citizens. The two houses that make up Parliament, the National Assembly, and the National Council of Provinces, each with their own distinct roles and functions set out in the Constitution, have a duty to promote the constitutional values of human dignity, equality, non-racialism, non-sexism, human rights, and freedom for all citizens.

JOB SUMMARY

Parliament is seeking a capable executive to serve as the Division Manager: Core Business Support. This is an executive role entrusted with providing comprehensive strategic oversight and direction to the Parliamentary Core Business Support Division. This role is accountable for enhancing the operational effectiveness and institutional integrity of the core functions of Parliament through the provision of comprehensive support to Committees. This support cuts across the core functions of Parliament ensuring alignment with constitutional mandates and democratic principles. This role plays a pivotal part in strengthening the institutional performance and democratic credibility of Parliament by ensuring that its core functions are fully supported, seamlessly coordinated, and constitutionally grounded. The Division Manager directly oversees the following key portfolios: Parliamentary Committees Support; Public Participation Coordination and Facilitation, and Liaison with the Office of the Leader of Government Business. This role requires an individual with strong leadership acumen, deep institutional insight, and a collaborative mindset capable of working across functions and with high-level stakeholders.

As a successful candidate your key responsibilities will be to:

• Strategic Management and Leadership
• Parliamentary Committee Support
• Public Participation Support
• Liaison with the Office of the Leader of Government Business (OLGB)
• Continuous Improvement and Innovation
• Operational Management
• Human Resources Management
• Budgeting and Financial Management

To qualify, you must have a minimum of:

• Honours Degree or Post Graduate Diploma in Social Sciences / Political Science / Public Administration / Public Management / Law or related qualification at an NQF level 8.
• A minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience in managing core business support processes within a legislature or public sector environment of which 5 years must have been at a senior management level.

 You must also demonstrate:

• Excellent knowledge and understanding of the core functions of Parliament
• Excellent understanding of the two Houses of Parliament and its distinct environment and operations
• Sound knowledge and experience of public participation and public education processes and activities.
• Proficiency in managing budgets and financial forecasting, with an understanding of cost optimization.
• Strong negotiation skills
• Thorough knowledge of the administrative, executive, and legislative processes.
• Ability to think strategically and manage multiple priorities in a complex environment.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of prevailing socio-political issues in South Africa.
• Thorough knowledge of Financial Management of Parliament Act FMPPLA, Supply Chain Management process and governance and applicable legislation.
• Thorough knowledge of all relevant and applicable policies and procedures.
• Excellent Conflict management skills
• Excellent presentation and report writing skills.

What you will experience working at Parliament:

In return for your hard work, we offer meaningful and engaging work that present exciting challenges and exposure to innovative projects that have a positive impact on the lives of millions. We are passionate about making a difference.  We are committed to recognising and rewarding dedication and high performance and are invested in your growth and development.  We offer numerous growth-promoting opportunities and resources such as a bursary scheme and numerous learning and development opportunities. Our culture is collaborative and inclusive. We value teamwork and believe that together, we can achieve extraordinary results.

About Us

Working at the Parliament of South Africa is a unique opportunity like no other. When you join us, you will become part of a community that is driven by the need to serve the nation. Hard work is not all there is to us. Your well-being is important to us, and we promote work practices that enable a healthy work-life integration, supported by our hybrid work arrangements that combines in-office and remote work. Our wellness program, including various sporting codes, is designed to promote emotional and physical well-being. In addition to the above, we offer a highly competitive remuneration package. No matter where you are placed in this premier institution, you will be part of a truly remarkable and exceptional team that serves the people of our great country and shapes the course of our nation's history every day.  If promoting the public good is what drives you, if you are passionate about shaping a brighter future for the citizens of South Africa, and you are ready to be part of something extraordinary where you can shine and make a real impact on the lives of people of our country, then Parliament is the place to be. If you are also a dynamic individual who values professionalism, openness, integrity, teamwork, accountability, responsiveness and shows mutual respect, we would like to hear from you. Our doors are open, and we are inviting you to become a part of this incredible journey.

This position is a 5-year contract with a 6-month probationary period.

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