Role Summary

The successful applicant will provide leadership and guidance in all aspects of the day to day activities of the Department. Manages the budget and expenditure. Plans, develops and implements Government projects.

Main Responsibilities

1. Serve as chief advisor to the Government on matters relating to the department so that specialist, expert   advice is available for the Government to call upon.
2. Develop and present a reform strategy for the modernization of the Department in line with successful industry models, to streamline and improve its internal processes, as well as the public/private sector interface necessary for its continued effectiveness. Oversees the development of a succession plan for the Department.
3. Exercise general supervision over professional, supervisory and technical staff. Confer with and advise the Deputy Director and division heads on problems relating to the activities and their divisions in order to resolve issues in a timely and amicable fashion.
4. Plan, develop and oversee implementation of projects. Coordinate activities with other departments and outside agencies, as necessary in order to contribute to the effective management of the department.
5. Oversee the review process for compliance with contract requirements, development standards and other regulations and standards accordingly.
6. Investigate and recommend changes to policies, legislation and service delivery that would enhance the functioning of the department.
7. Consult with staff on grievances, conflicts, and other personnel matters. In collaboration with the any relevant Human Resources staff, approves the selection of the employees within the Department in order to maintain a dynamic and appropriate workforce.
8. Evaluate the work of division heads and support staff; identify training needs; provide counseling as needed. Counsel employees on performance and adjust assignments and training for developmental purposes to aid with the professional development of staff within the department.
9. Review operations or programs to ascertain whether results are consistent with established objectives and goals, and whether government operations or programmes are being carried out as planned to ensure continuous review that operations and projects will result in the intended outcome efficiently.
10. Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality customer service.
11. Serve as the Accounting Officer for the Department.
12. Prepare and manage the Department’s Annual Budget.
13. Ensure the preparation and submission of Performance Planning and Appraisal Report for all staff.
14. Develop and implement strategic plans.
15. Identify job specific and environmental factors and develop, where applicable, implement and promote the health and safety policies. Mitigate and minimise workplace hazards.
16. Performs any other related duties as required by Supervisor or any other senior officer in order to contribute to the effectiveness and efficiency of the department.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s Degree Business Administration, Civil or Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Seven(7) years’ experience in related area
• Excellent knowledge of Government structure, policies and procedures
• Excellent knowledge of relevant laws, regulations and policies
• Excellent planning skills
• Sound knowledge of relevant computer software applications
• Excellent analytical and decision-making skills
• Sound oral and written communication skills
• Sound interpersonal skills and the ability to work as a team player
• Excellent supervisory and managerial skills