Strategic Management General Manager Job at Government Printing Works in Pretoria

JOB TITLE: GENERAL MANAGER: STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT
REF NO: GPW14/02

Job Purpose:
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer: GPW.

The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership, direction and executive support services to the core business unit in order to improve organizational performance to achieve GPW’s strategic objectives and ensure alignment and integration between the respective units. Furthermore, the incumbent will be accountable for the strategic leadership in Information and Communications Technology and Physical Security Units in an environment that is classified as a national key point.

SALARY:
An all-inclusive salary package R1136910 per annum which consists of a Basic
Salary (70% of package), State’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund (13% of basic salary) and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the applicable rules. (Level 15)

CENTRE: Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS:
A recognised postgraduate qualification in Business Management or an NQF Level 7 equivalent with extensive relevant experience in strategic planning and/or monitoring and evaluation
* 6-10 years’ extensive experience in the management or a commercial function
* 5 years’ experience in a senior management position
* A dynamic, self-motivated individual with the ability to focus on detail, yet think laterally
* Sound knowledge of strategic coordination
planning, business planning, business process management, organisation
performance management, risk management as well as project management
*An effective negotiator
* Knowledge of Information Communication Technology
will be an added advantage.
Competencies
: • Strategic capability and leadership
• Programme and project management
• Financial management
• Change management
• Knowledge management
• Problem-solving and analysis skills
•People management and empowerment
• Client orientation and customer focus
•Communication skills
• Service Delivery Innovation
• Honesty and integrity.

DUTIES:
Key Performance Areas:

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following: specific tasks: Mainly accountable for the development of the strategic plan for the GPW and cascading strategic objectives into business units
* Align GPW’s strategy planning to the Medium Term Expenditure Framework, the management plans as well as the business processes of the organisation
*Ensure effective implementation of the Strategy Plan, Annual Performance Plan 14 and Business Plans
* Ensure effective definition of the performance measures according to performance monitoring and reporting standards
* Strategic direction and leadership regarding legal services to ensure high quality drafting, litigation,
commercial contract and advisory services in respect of legal matters, are available
* Oversee and ensure effective management of physical security and processes including Integrity Management on identification, quality analysis and investigation and prevention of breaches in security, fraud and corruption to support the GPW
* Ensure effective communication strategy and integrated communication liaison services
* Primarily accountable for the strategic direction
and leadership regarding Information Communication Technology to facilitate
effective and adequate (current, new and future) systems to support all business activities in a highly competitive and technologically advanced environment
*Develop a comprehensive marketing plan and improve product/brand awareness
with current and prospective clients
* Present the organisation at all forums and committees related to Governance, Communication, Intergovernmental Relations and Legislative matters
* Establish and maintain appropriate systems and policies to ensure effective and efficient management of resources
* Ensure effective management of business risk, resources and continuity
* Ensure effective promotion and practice of good corporate governance and compliance.


GOVERNMENT PRINTING WORKS

The Government Printing Works is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
 It is intended to promote representivity through the filling of these posts.
The candidature of persons whose appointment/transfer/promotion will promote representivity will receive preference.
The Government Printing Works is transforming and these exciting and innovative changes offer individuals an opportunity to satisfy the passion to build a legacy that awaits you at the Government Printing Works.

APPLICATIONS:
All applications must be forwarded to:

The Branch: Human Resources,
Government Printing Works, 149 Bosman Street,
Pretoria or Private Bag X85,
Pretoria 0001

or

e mail to:
recruitment@gpw.gov.za

Deadline Date:28.02.2014
How to Apply:

NOTE:
Applications must be submitted on form Z83 (obtainable from any Public Service
department) and must be completed in full and page 2 duly signed.
CVs without a Z.83 form will not be accepted. Clear indication of the post and reference number that is being applied for must be indicated on your Z.83. A recent, comprehensive CV.
Specifying all qualifications and experience, with respective dates and certified copies of qualifications and ID must be attached.
Applications received after the closing date as well as those who do not comply with the requirements will not be taken into consideration.
It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that his/her application(s) is with the GPW before the closing date.
GPW cannot be held responsible for postal or server delays.
If you have not received a response from this institution within three months of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

General information:
Short-listed candidates must be available for interviews at a date and time determine by the Government Printing Works.
Successful candidates must obtain a positive
security clearance.

NOTE:
The Government Printing Works reserves the right to fill or not fill the above-mentioned posts