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Requirements

Experience

3 years’ experience in a Monitoring and Evaluation environment at supervisory / management (ASD) level.

Proven experience in the development of evaluation tools/instruments; compilation of evaluation reports, dissemination of findings and recommendations.

Proven experience in the planning, designing and implementing of qualitative and quantitative M&E instruments, including the development of evaluation plans for Outcome and Impact evaluations.

Extensive experience in the analysis of quantitative and qualitative data, using the relevant software where applicable.

Knowledge

KNOWLEDGE: Thorough understanding of the public sector, relevant policies and applicable legislative frameworks (including but not limited to: Public Service Act; Public Administration and 78 Management Act; Public Service Regulatory Frameworks; the Government wide M&E Policy and the National Evaluation Policy Framework).

Specialist theoretical and analytical techniques, including extensive applied knowledge in monitoring & evaluation of programmes, projects, training interventions, and demonstrated ability to present analytical findings to different audiences.

Practical knowledge and experience of statistical analysis and interpretation of data.

Selecting and /or defining indicators, evaluation methodologies, data collection methods and reporting formats.

Total Quality Management Systems inclusive of monitoring and evaluation in the ETD environment.

Advanced computer literacy and practical knowledge of the use of software for monitoring and evaluation of training interventions, webinars. (Mentimeter, Google Forms, MURAL, SPSS, Atlas TI, Lime survey, Survey monkey).

Competencies

Skills

SKILLS: Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.

Advanced analytical skills in identifying and evaluating best practices.

Exceptional written, organisational and verbal communication skills.

Strong interpersonal skills.

Attention to detail.

Presentation and facilitation skills.

Project management skills.

Good research skills to produce credible and useful results that should help to guide organisational planning, decision making and curriculum development.

Must be able to work in an automated M&E environment.

Creativity skills, as monitoring and evaluation is not done in a linear and one size fits all approach.

Innovative thinking.

The ability to work under pressure and with group dynamics.

Personal Attributes

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES: Participate in professional development growth activities for maintaining professional knowledge and staying current with monitoring and evaluation practices and trends.

Ability to multi-task and organize, prioritize, and follow multiple projects and tasks through to completion with an attention to detail.

Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.

Commitment to quality and continuous learning.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with management, employees, stakeholders, and the public.

Integrity and honesty; trustworthy.

Detail oriented; creative and innovative.

Ability to work under pressure.

Travel extensively and work extended hours when required.

Preference will be given to African Females, Youth, African Males and Coloured Males and people with disability in accordance with our employment equity requirements.

Duties

The incumbent will be responsible for the following Key Results Areas: Plan, implement and manage the systematic monitoring of ETD interventions, in line with defined M&E frameworks, policies and standard operating procedures.

Undertake continuous assessment of ETD interventions to determine whether these are being undertaken as planned, and against key performance indicators.

Develop, quality assure and provide feedback on relevant reports (Facilitator and Participant Evaluation Reports) in line with defined M&E frameworks, policies and standard operating procedures.

Manage monthly, quarterly and develop annual data statistical reports, undertake the necessary analysis and provide recommendations for improvement.

Generate online survey links (special projects, master classes, seminars and webinars), analyse data and compile reports on the feedback received from surveys.

Provide guidance, advice and support on the monitoring, evaluation, and reporting frameworks of the National School of Government.

Plan, implement and manage the evaluation (design evaluations, programme evaluations, acquired learning evaluations, outcome evaluations and impact evaluations, including any other relevant evaluations) of ETD interventions, towards the achievement of results, milestones, and impact of the outcomes based on the use of performance indicators.

Develop, quality assure and provide feedback on relevant reports in line with defined M&E frameworks, policies and standard operating procedures.

Plan and conduct Evaluations of Acquired Learning (EALs) of identified ETD interventions by designing instruments, project plans for the evaluations and compiling reports for approval.

Plan, design instruments for and conduct outcome evaluations of identified ETD interventions.

Provide feedback to all stakeholders on the findings and follow up on action plans submitted by the various programme managers.

Compile outcome evaluation reports and evaluate the application of learning that occurred at a participant, business unit and institutional level.

Plan, implement and manage impact evaluation studies of identified ETD interventions.

Design, pilot and manage relevant instruments for conducting impact evaluations.

Implement impact evaluation plans, gather the relevant data and provide monthly progress reports.

Compile annual progress reports on impact evaluation studies (phase 1) and submit final reports on identified impact evaluations.

Provide evaluation 79 feedback to the relevant stakeholders at close out of the impact evaluations.

Facilitate the utilisation of evaluation findings for enhanced learning, sharing, ETD improvements, planning and decision making.

Develop survey links and manage the capturing of data related to all M&E activities.

Manage the data process (including capturing, efficiency, correctness, verification and quality) within determined time frames.

Manage the quality of information produced, through detailed analysis of data.

Manage the pro cesses related to information on the management information systems.

Develop and maintain systems to support evidence-based decision making in the NSG.

Manage the allocated resources (people, finance, systems, assets, contracts) within the sub- directorate.

Prepare reports on the performance of the sub-directorate against performance plans, business requirements and performance targets and present these during management meetings.

Implement operations management within the sub directorate, including service standards, standard operating procedures, business process management, total quality management and digital transformation.

Identify and manage operational risks within the sub directorate, as well as mitigation plans, including business continuity plans.

Support the functioning of relevant committees.

Provide strategic input at M&E related forums, task teams, seminars and workshops.

How to apply

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Notes

All applications must be submitted on a New Z83 form, which can be downloaded on internet at www.judiciary.org.za / www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp or obtainable from any Public Service Department and should be accompanied by a recent comprehensive CV only; contactable referees (telephone numbers and email addresses must be indicated).

Please send your documents in a PDF and put them in one folder.

Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources.

All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.

One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment.

Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.

All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical competency exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the Department.

Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools.

Applicants could be required to provide consent for access to their social media accounts.

Prior to appointment for SMS, a candidate would be required to complete the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to Senior Management Services as endorsed by DPSA which is an online course, endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG).

The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/.

Each application form must be fully completed, duly signed and initialed on both pages by the applicant.

The application must indicate the correct job title, the office where the position is advertised and the reference number as stated in the advert.

Failure by the applicant to complete, sign and initial the application form will lead to disqualification of the application during the selection process.

Applications on the old Z83 will unfortunately not be considered.

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Applicants who do not comply with the above-mentioned requirements, as well as applications received late, will not be considered.

Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered during the selection process.

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