Advisor : Community Safety And Assets Protection

Advisor : Community Safety and Assets Protection

POSITION INFO :

ROLE OVERVIEW: Reporting to the Specialist: Community Safety and Assets Protection, the incumbent will support and advise the organisation, ensuring representation of an informed company perspective on various policy matters related to Community Safety, Policing, and Enforcement at both national and provincial government levels and manage the company policy and programme interventions in the area of Community Safety, Policing, and Enforcement at a national level.

THE CANDIDATE PROFILE:

1. Ability to work and manage in a multidisciplinary environment
2. A dynamic, motivated self-starter with elevated levels of emotional maturity
3. Ability to draft, analyse and interpret reports in a professional and quality manner
4. Have Stakeholder Management and Influencing skills
5. Have strong Business Communication and writing skills
6. Computer Literate (MS Project Management is advantageous)
7. Strong analytical ability coupled with sound problem-solving skills
8. Have a sound understanding of policy and legislative frameworks in area of responsibility

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

1. A Degree in Policing; Community Safety or Security Management or other field of study relevant to the scope of the position; (a post graduate qualification will be an added advantage)
2. A Valid Code 08 drivers’ license and own vehicle
3. At least 5 years’ relevant experience of which at least 3 years have been at an equivalent level within a medium to large sized organisation
4. Knowledge of government policies, legislative processes, policy research, analysis, monitoring, and evaluation.

KEY PORTFOLIO AND PERFORMANCE FOCUS AREAS:

1. Research and Benchmarking: Provide ongoing analysis of the key challenges, needs and trends in the area of Community Safety, Policing, and Enforcement, to ensure that the organisation strategies and programmes are appropriately designed (with regards to both policy response and effective models of service delivery). In consultation with management, research and develop Policy Frameworks, Strategic Frameworks, positions, academic papers, and guidelines. Conduct and interpret research in the area of specialisation and create a learning and sharing platform to improve municipal efficiency in the area of specialisation.
2. Represent the interests of the company: Support management through representation on key platforms related to the development of integrated communities. Provide high quality advice on the legislative and regulatory framework of the organisation, and of the role and impact of the other spheres of the company at the local level, on those issues pertinent to the area of Community Safety, Policing, and Enforcement.
3. Support, Advice and Capacity Building of Municipalities: Provide management, legal and constitutional advice, and support to municipalities. In consultation with management guide, support and provide professional advice to municipalities in the areas of focus / professional discipline.
4. Stakeholder Management and Sponsorships: Assist management in the development and maintenance of sound relationships with relevant stakeholder groups (including civil society organisations, locally and internationally).
5. Business and Programme Planning: Assist management in co-ordinating all the business unit reporting requirements and ensure reports are delivered on time and are accurate.
6. Monitoring and Evaluation: In consultation with management conduct impact assessments of municipal programmes.
7. Financial and Expense Monitoring: Assist management in actively saving costs in the area of responsibility.
8. Governance, Compliance and Risk Management: Uphold sound corporate governance principles in the day-to-day operation of the area of responsibility.
9. Multidisciplinary Teamwork: Work as a multi-disciplinary and integrated team to find viable solutions to complex challenges in municipalities.