Jo’burg Child Welfare (JCW) is a non-profit organisation (NPO) founded in 1909. We provide a range of direct services to abused, abandoned, neglected, orphaned and vulnerable children.
Jo’burg Child Welfare seeks to appoint a competent Assistant Director to be based in Gauteng.
The Assistant Director will be working to enhance the organisation’s productivity and ensure compliance with rules and regulations. We are looking for an Assistant Director that is be well-versed in performance, strategic management, operations management, be competent in assuming delegated duties, and be a leader as well as a critical thinker, ready to solve problems before they become obstacles.Who will ensure services delivered are consistent with the vision, mission and core values of Jo’burg Child Welfare and support the Director in departmental planning and monitoring progress.
Job Type: 5 years Fixed Term Contract
Salary: Market related
Seniority Level: Director
The Requirements and Qualifications:
Bachelor of Social Work Degree
Masters/MA in Social Services will be an added advantage
Registration with the South African Council for Social Services Profession
Valid Drivers’ Licence
Experience:
Proven experience as assistant director or similar senior position
Proven 10 years’ experience in Senior Management or Executive Management.
Experience in management and leadership, and administration, with demonstrated knowledge and skills in the areas of supervision, policy development, program management, team building and organizational development. Experience in working with victims of violence.
Knowledge of, and experience in working with the Directives and legislative requirements. A minimum of 10 years’ experience in the field of Child Welfare, with demonstrated knowledge in the key areas of, child protection and residential care services.
Experience in Performance and Operations Management.
Responsibilities:
Provide leadership to, and management of, the service teams assigned and ensure the effective delivery of Jo’burg Child Welfare’s services.
Work effectively as part of the service management team by participating in meetings, communicating regularly with other Assistant Directors, interacting in a cooperative manner, supporting and implementing decisions made at the management level.
Participate in the development of leadership and management skills at the management level.
Ensure the development, implementation and evaluation of service work plans for assigned departments. Effectively manage the budget allotted to Jo’burg Child Welfare. Participate in strategic planning.
Prepare service reports.
Assist in the development and maintenance of policies and procedures to ensure that Jo’burg Child Welfare services are provided in compliance with the Children’s Act and within agency standards. Ensure service policies are being followed by the staff within assigned departments Oversee overall management of the children centres and core department.
Ensure units assigned are using appropriate Jo’burg Child Welfare case management practices and respect and support the decision reached through the case conferencing processes, become involved in direct case management for serious or contentious situations.
Ensure different programs are in place and effectively running
Deal with all queries related to the management of the centre
Proposal writing to potential donor
Donor retention
Donor maintenance
Management of project budget
Control financial functions
Financial reporting
Develop, monitor and implement business plan
Monitor and evaluate projects
understanding and acting in accordance with the legislation, Standards and the Policies and Procedures of his/her own service, program and Agency;
Understanding policy and procedures regarding employee rights, employment equity, access to information, privacy, safety and health – with respect to these policies, knowing the rights and obligations of employees.
knowing the relationship of the services of his/her own program to other Agency programs and to the Agency Mission and strategic direction;
Developing and maintaining respectful, cooperative working relationships to contribute to the integrated, seamless delivery of services to Jo’burg Child Welfare’s children, families and communities.
Participating constructively in the supervision process with the immediate Director.
Participate in the budgeting and financial planning process that includes accurate projections of services and financial data.
Ensure managers and staff of assigned units are held accountable for their performance as described in job descriptions and policy and procedure manuals.
Monitor service statistics for assigned units on a regular basis.
Compile JCW’s monthly statistics and ensure they are sent to the funder timeously.
Skills and knowledge required:
Excellent report writing and interviewing skills.
In-depth knowledge of the Children’s Act and other relevant legislations.
Good communication and administrative skills
Excellent supervisory, planning, organization, problem-solving, decision-making and inter-personal and leadership skills.
Ability to use authority in a respectful manner.
Ability to work positively within a multi-disciplinary Child Welfare team.
Ability to liaise with government, ministry officials and other social service agencies.
Time management and ability to function under pressure.
Outstanding communication and public speaking skills.
Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
Aptitude in problem-solving.
Knowledge of relevant regulations and quality standards.
Proficient in MS Office.
Outstanding communication and public speaking skills.
Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
Aptitude in problem-solving.
TO APPLY
Please direct all applications to [email protected]
Due to the large number of applications we envisage to receive, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within three (3) months, please accept that your application was unsuccesful.
For more about the Jo’burg Child Welfare, refer to www.jhbchildwelfare.co.za