CHIEF DIRECTOR(WATER SERVICES PLANNING AND INFORMATION) – City of Cape Town

REQUIREMENTS:
A Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 7) in Engineering/Science or relevant qualification.
Postgraduate qualification in Water Management will serve as an added advantage.
Five (5) to (10) ten years Senior Management experience in WRM, Water Use Authorizations, Water Regulatory environment, Waste Policy and Strategy Development and Project Management experience.
A minimum of five (5) years’ experience should be as Senior Management level.
The disclosure of a valid unexpired drivers license. Sound knowledge of policies and developments in the water sector.
Understanding of water service processes e.g. purification and distribution. Financial management background is essential.
Solid technical knowledge of the business of WS such as water quality, distribution and funding.
Strategic capability and leadership. Knowledge and understanding financial, change, programme and project
management.
Service delivery innovation (SDI). People management and empowerment. Client orientation and
customer focus. Good communication skills both (verbal and written).
Accountability and ethical conduct.

DUTIES:
The provisioning of strategic leadership to urban and rural water management.
Facilitate the development of local government plans for the provisioning of sustainable adequate water services.
Provide guidance in the efficient use of water by different sectors and user groups.
Establish and maintain systems to monitor and report on the performance of water services authorities and water services providers.
The provision of business planning and general management of the directorate.

Advise DG, DDG’s and Minister on status of WS program and route of interventions  through water services information systems and effective planning.
Support the planning process by providing guidance
and information (e g. IDP and WSDP).