The function of Corporate Services in the Ministry of Defence, Justice and Security exists to facilitate, and coordinate planning and budgeting of human resource, supplies, procurement, transport and logistics for the Ministry and its departments.

REQUIRED PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

A talented, proactive, self-driven and visionary leader is therefore sought to lead and direct the operations of this function.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

1. Interprets corporate services policy and gives advice on policy issues.

2. Translates the Ministry vision into clear, compelling and challenging programmes.

3. Develops long, medium and short term corporate services objectives to achieve the Ministry vision.

4. Coordinates the formulation, review and implementation of corporate services policies.

5. Coordinates the development of operational guidelines for the Department based on established Public Service Rules and Regulations.

6. Reviews existing communication strategies and develops new strategies to ensure effective internal and external communication.

7. Coordinates management of financial, human and physical resources to meet strategic organisational and customer needs.

8. Monitors sustainability of products and service delivery by the Ministry of Defence, Justice and Security.

9. Coordinates the supervision and monitoring of performance and rewards.

10. Coordinates development programmes for staff

11. Facilitates engagement of consultancy services for the Ministry of Defence, Justice and Security as per need.

KEY SKILLS AND COMPETECIES

· Decision Quality

· Innovation Management

· Strategic Agility

· Managing Vision and Purpose

· Building Effective Teams

· Managing and Measuring Work

· Drive for Results

· Customer Focus

· Integrity and Trust

· Analytical Skills

· Risk Analysis Skills

QUALIFICATION PROFILE

To be considered for appointment to this position, candidates must have at least a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration or Strategic Management or equivalent, plus sixteen (16) years relevant post qualification experience.

Applicants must have served at least two years at senior management level in Government or equivalent in the Private Sector.

ADDED ADVANTAGE

Masters degree in a relevant field and an extensive knowledge of civil service structures, rules and regulations and good people management skills.

Salary: P398 808

Leave: 30 working days per annum

Medical Aid: Optional Contributory Medical Aid Scheme (Government pays 50% and employee pays 50%)

A contract of 24 to 36 months, with gratuity at the rate of 25% payable upon expiry of the contract.

Commensurate entertainment allowance.

In-service leadership training at Botswana Public Service College

Applications:

Applicants should quote the reference number of this vacancy circular and give the following details:

(i) Detailed Curriculum Vitae.

(ii) Certified true copies of certificates (Academic and Professional) and at least two (2) recent work related references.

iii) Serving officers should indicate present position and appointment thereto

Important:

Applications from serving Public Officers should be routed through their Heads of Departments and Permanent Secretaries. Applications not so routed will not be considered. Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements stipulated above will not be responded to. Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

In addition, applicants are required to submit an electronic summary of their CV. Please e-mail to klaolang@gov.bw and dmkobe@gov.bw to request for the required CV format.

Applications should be addressed to:

Permanent Secretary

Ministry of Defence, Justice and Security

Private Bag 00384

GABORONE

Hand Delivery:

The Square Building

East wing

Records Management Office No. 307

Floor 3

Closing Date: 8^th August 2014

For any clarifications, contact the Human Resource Office at 3698205, 3698303 or 3698260

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