The DA wishes to appoint technically savvy, innovative, and goal-driven individuals in its Governance and Cabinet Office. The successful candidates will be based at our Federal Head Office in Cape Town and will report to the Head of Governance and Cabinet Office.The successful candidates will be responsible for:Identifying and ensuring the management of risks in DA governments.Ensuring the alignment of such governments to the DA manifesto promises or party policies, and that the relevant programme of action is implemented.Seeking successes of DA government for amplification by the party and ensuring DA governments communicate.Providing advice to DA governments on matters of policy and strategy.Prospective applicants must meet the following requirements:National Senior Certificate or equivalent.Bachelor's degree in either Communications, Public Relations, Political Science, Law, or Governance and Administration.Experience in a governance-related role.Experience in local, provincial, or national government advantageous.Deep understanding of governance processes of municipalities and provinces.Understanding of the legal framework of local and provincial government.Knowledge of the South African political landscape.An understanding of the media environment.Ability to identify and assess political risk.Excellent communication skills with the ability to manage internal and external stakeholders.Strong report writing skills.Ability to use initiative in high-pressure situations.Commitment to the principles, policies, and programme of action of the Democratic Alliance.Ability to work effectively and energetically around a demanding work schedule, including working irregular hours on a frequent basis.Applicants MUST be in possession of a valid driver's licence and have access to an insured vehicle for daily use.Should you meet the above requirements and be interested, kindly forward the following to Applications, Democratic Alliance, Federal Head Office, PO Box 1475, Cape Town, 8000. Tel No: (021) 4651 431, Fax No: 086 4615 105 or e-mail: ******:Copy of your ID.Copy of your matric certificate and tertiary qualification.CV.1-page cover letter motivating why you would be a good fit for this role and why you wish to be employed by the DA.Kindly note the following:Any application received without the required documentation will not be considered.Correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates. Should you not hear from us within 30 days of the closing date please consider your application unsuccessful.We reserve the right not to make any appointments.The Party will not require applicants to pay any amount or undergo any health-related tests to be shortlisted.
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