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DIRCO Strategic Plan 2012/2017
Presentation to the Portfolio Committee on International Relations and Co-operation(Incorporating Annual Performance Plan 2012-2013)
Presented byAmb JM MatjilaDirector-General
Cape Town15 February 2012
Introduction
Strategic Plan 2012-2017 and Annual Performance Plan fully aligned and compliant with Outcome 11 Delivery Agreement and Management Performance Assessment Tools (MPAT)
Also fully-aligned to National Treasury Guidelines of August 2010
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Overview Four Budget Programmes of the Department Planned Policy initiatives
1. SADPA
2. Foreign Service Bill Situational Analysis Organisational Environment Programmes
International Relations and Cooperation
- Enhanced African Agenda and sustainable development
- Strengthen political and economic integration of SADC
- Strengthen South-South relations
- Strengthen relations with strategic Formations of the North
- Participate in the Global System of Governance
- Strengthen Political and Economic Relations
Public Diplomacy and State Protocol
Administration
International Transfers
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Four Budget Programmes
International Relations and Cooperation (Programme 2) Public Diplomacy and State Protocol (Programme 3) Administration (Programme 1) International Transfers (Programme 4)(Programmes to be re-visited with NT as they no longer speak to the expanded
activities of the Department)
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Planned Policy Initiatives
Board of Trustees to ensure proper and effective use of the Fund- Policy and oversight
- Advisory role to Minister
Makes proposals regarding concurrence of Ministers of International Relations and Finance on approval of projects
Head of SADPA will be accounting authority for the Fund
Note: SADPA will have a strong emphasis on: Project and programme management Monitoring and evaluation
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1. PARTNERSHIP FUND FOR DEVELOPMENT:
Planned Policy Initiatives
The Partnership Fund will replace the African Renaissance and International Cooperation Fund (ARF, Act 51 of 2001) as a separate juristic person
-Changes were too numerous for just amending the ARF
To support all SA outgoing development cooperation commitments Provides for direct transfer of funds from multiple sources and foreign
donors directly into the Fund (not through RDP Fund)- Accountability elements and compliance with PFMA and Treasury
regulations
Provides for Audit Functions by Office of AG and for Actuarial Evaluations
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PARTNERSHIP FUND FOR DEVELOPMENT (CONT)
Planned Policy Initiatives
The Current Legal Framework The Public Service of SA is established in terms of section 197 of the
Constitution of SA of 1996
The Public Service is governed by the Public Service Act of 1994 (PSA)
DIRCO is a schedule 1 Department and is regulated by the PSA
Conditions of Service applicable to the Foreign Service (the Foreign Service
Dispensation) are determined by the Min of DPSA in terms of section 3(3) (c)
of the PSA
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2. FOREIGN SERVICE BILL
Planned Policy Initiatives
Current Reality
The Mandate of DIRCO is not legislated, nor articulated in the
Constitution
Role and Responsibility of DIRCO with regard to Foreign Policy
strengthened
The Role of the HOM as co-ordinator strengthened
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FOREIGN SERVICE BILL (CONT)
Planned Policy Initiatives
Rationale for a legal instrument
The Department : operates in an international environment that is not taken into account
by the PSA needs to take into account different Legal systems of various countries needs to consider cultures of the countries it operates within is bound by international obligations, treaties and protocols offers assistance to South Africans abroad may purchase properties and assets abroad conduct financial transactions abroad
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FOREIGN SERVICE BILL (CONT)
Planned Policy Initiatives
has an oversight role over other Government Departments on International Relations
is the custodian on International Law and International Agreements within Government
regulates, accredits Foreign representation and their interaction with the organs of state
provides employment in Missions abroad
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FOREIGN SERVICE BILL (CONT)
Situational Analysis Global environment characterised by major shift in global, economic and
social dynamics which include: Realignment of new economic powers New media and social networks New innovations Environmental change and the importance of environmental diplomacy Formations of new economic and political groupings challenging the established
political order
Convergence of information platforms, global mass media and social networking empowers the free-flow of information and ideas which impact on governance, economic activity and mobilisation over religious and social boundaries
Empowered advocacy groups pursuing political and social change ( e.g. MENA)
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Situational Analysis (cont)
Growth of South African economy, increasing link to new economic powers
Rules and institutions of the 20th century global and economic changing system under pressure for change
Notable growth in South- South trade Regional and preferential trading proliferating Globalisation continues to shape the world at an accelerated pace
Incidences of inter-state conflict on the decrease whilst resource-driven competition may lead to its resurgence
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Situational Analysis (cont)• Arab-Israeli conflict and increasing tensions between the West & Iran regarding its nuclear
weapons programme
• Widening Sunni-Shia Muslim conflict in the region, notably in Bahrain, Iraq & Lebanon,
resulting in major tensions between the leading Sunni and Shia powers Saudi Arabia & Iran
• Unsustainable levels of sovereign and private debt, global economic imbalances, climate
change and resource insecurity are causing insecurity, uncertainty and unpredictability. The
ongoing Eurozone public debt crisis and the expected recession there is threatening global
economic stability and growth
• The possible graduation of SA out of AGOA remains a threat and the non- renewal of the
Act in 2015 is uncertain
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Situational Analysis (cont)
• The US increasingly views its foreign policy through an economic prism (State of the Union Address); the US may revert to protectionist policies; increase pressure on SA to open markets similar to the benefits gained by EU countries
• Financial crisis putting pressure on the programme budgets of multilateral organisations, developments cooperation assistance and NGOs
• Major powers seek secure sustainable energy and other resources for their development, inclusive of Africa
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Situational Analysis (cont.)
• The SADC region is relatively stable. However a number of countries are experiencing internal challenges at various degrees. Remedies to these situations would need to go beyond peacemaking and include remedial and (re)constructive economic efforts, nation building and improved governance by affected countries themselves.
• Intra-SADC trade has grown by a significant 155% since the implementation of the Protocol on Trade in 2000. (SADC Secretariat 2012 doc: Framework for the SADC Customs Union). However, as a proportion of total SADC trade, intra-regional trade remains relatively low
• SA currently conducts its foreign policy in an uncertain global environment and a
successful foreign policy is a sine qua non for achieving South Africa’s domestic
priorities
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Situational Analysis
Political, Social and Economic Developments in Europe
Conservatism, the threat of the shift to the right and nationalistic tendencies Economic depression and the adjustment to the financial/ economic/ sovereign debt crisis
Ageing populace
Secessionist tendenciesInadequate policy and leadership on integration and migration Deeper political and economic integration with Euro-zone and rest of the worldChinese Investments in Europe and AfricaEnergy Security Developments in North Africa and the Middle East
The role of Rating Agencies in the Economic and Financial Crisis Assertive Russia
Political instability due to widespread industrial action and rising tensions related to the Euro- zone crisis
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Total Trade Relations between South Africa and BRICS (R'000)
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ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES
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•Projected Investment opportunities in four categories:• Consumer sector (Banking, telecommunication, consumer
goods)• Agriculture• Resources• Infrastructure
MGI: 2010
Africa: Major Political and Economic Trends
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Moderate to strong economic growth (GDP 3%+)Conflict hotspotsElectionsStable outlookMonitored
WESTERN SAHARAWestern
Sahara
WESTERN SAHARAWestern
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SOCIO-ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT TRENDS
INTRA-AFRICAN TRADE Intra- Africa trade accounts for 12 %
of cross border trade (MGI:2010) Africa’s exports to the world grew
faster than trade within the continent (1996-2005)
Pursue regional infrastructure programmes that will promote intra-regional trade, investment and economic development, in line with the priorities identified by AU HoS/G in the AU/NEPAD PIDA
Impact of the global Financial crisis The impact of the global financial
crisis in Africa will be minimal because of the lack of integration between Africa’s economy and the global financial markets
However, there will be a decrease in Africa’s economic growth rate due to a decline in global demand for commodities
Foreign Direct Investments (FDI) to Africa will also shrink due to the global financial crisis
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Foreign Direct Investment Europe
Europe: 2009Source: the dti, Financial Times (fdi
intelligence)
Europe :2011Source: the dti, Financial Times (fdi
intelligence)
Foreign Direct Investment Stock (2003-2011) (Rm)
Country Foreign Direct Investments (Rm)
Country Foreign Direct Investments(Rm)
United Kingdom 9 926,9m United Kingdom 18 283m 61,132.6m
Germany 7 082,1m Germany 3710, 3m 30,596.8m
Ireland 16 988,1m Ireland 3 710,1m 20 698,4m
Norway Norway 37,8m 15,022.4m
Switzerland3 754,1m
Switzerland14,900.0m
France208, 5m
France435,4m 14,830.0m
Belgium1 279, 8m
Belgium373, 5m 6,467.3m
Netherlands 358, 2m Netherlands 190,8m 6,037.0m
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High Level Organisational Structure
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Office of the Minister
Office of the Deputy Minister I
Office of the Deputy Minister II
Chief Directorate Internal Audit
Chief DirectorateResearch &Speech Writing
DDGAfrica
Bilateral
DDGAfrica
Multilat
DDGAsia & Middle East
DDGAmericas
& Caribbn
DDGMultilat
DDGEurope
DDGPublic
Diplomacy
DDGState Protcl
DDG HR
DDGDiplomatic Training & Devlpmnt
DDGCorp.
Services
Office of the Director-General
Head Office Posts -2130
Mission Posts -770
Total -2900
Missions per Region
Africa Bilateral – 46
Africa Multilateral – 1
Americas & Caribbean – 17
Europe – 27
Asia & Middle East – 32
Multilateral -2
Total: 125
Enhanced African Agenda and Sustainable Development
SADC once again approved Minister Dlamini Zuma as the candidate for the AU Commission Chairperson on 11 February 2012
Hosting of the Africa Diaspora Summit in May 2012 South Africa to implement the final key element of the African Diaspora
Roadmap by convening the African Diaspora Summit following the successful hosting of the Experts and Ministerial Meetings
NOCPM Facilitate and strengthen coordination of SA participation in Peace
Operations Promote Peaceful Resolution of conflicts with Focus on Conflict Prevention
and Early Warning Continue to enhance the role of women in peacekeeping guided by UN
Resolution 1325 Engage at AU level for the finalisation of the review of the Algiers Protocol
on Unconstitutional Changes of government
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Enhanced African Agenda and Sustainable Development (cont.)
NEPAD In implementing NEPAD we have ensured linkages to outcomes that
support SA’s National Priorities such as:
- Job Creation: New Growth Path,
- Integration: RECs Tripartite process, Market Access
- Infrastructure Development
- Partnerships: G8, G20, FOCAC, TICAD, Africa-India, Africa-Turkey; Africa-US
- Governance: APRM
- Prioritised Capacity Building Programmes
President Zuma’s Presidential Infrastructure Championing Initiative (PICI) givesimpetus to Africa’s infrastructure development within PIDA
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Enhanced African Agenda and Sustainable Development (cont)
African Renaissance Fund: Deal adequately with non-adherence by recipients of ARF Funds in transition to
SADPA
SADC Political Integration:
• Participate in high level SADC meetings in pursuit of SADC cohesion• Participate in the review of the jurisdiction of the SADC Tribunal
SADC Economic Integration:• Support and monitor the implementation of the SADC FTA • Support and monitor negotiations on Tripartite FTA and SADC Custom Union• Support and monitor the SACU work programme (SACU Industrial Development
Policy, Revenue Sharing Formula review and Common Negotiating Mechanism)
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Strengthen Political and Economic Integration of SADC
SADC Peace, Security and Stability:
• Continue to chair the SADC Organ on Defence, Politics and Security Cooperation for the 2011-2012 period
• Synergy in Peace and Security processes at UN, AU and SADC levels• Continued pursuit of negotiated political solutions in Zimbabwe and
Madagascar• Deepening democratisation and good governance in the Region through
participation and leadership in SADC Electoral Observer Missions and the operationalisation of the SADC Electoral Advisory Council
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STRENGTHEN SOUTH-SOUTH RELATIONS IN ORDER TO ADVANCE THE DEVELOPMENT AGENDA
The Non Aligned Movement (NAM): Through high-level participation at the NAM XVIth Summit in Tehran, Iran, in July 2012, South Africa will contribute to the development of common NAM positions on all issues on the agenda of the UN System and associated organisations
Engaging identified organisations and formations of the South in order to promote
the attainment of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and other agreed
International Developmental Goals (IDGs) through interaction at high-level
meetings
Fourth BRICS Summit, India (29 March 2012)
SA Hosting of the Fifth BRICS Summit (2013 Q1)
SA Hosting the 8th IBSA Trilateral Ministerial Commission in 2012.
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Strengthen South-South Relations to Advance the Development Agenda (cont)
Developing a BRICS Strategy which is also linked to preparations for the Fourth BRICS Summit (29 March 2012 in New Delhi), high-level objectives proposed include:
i) African Agenda and Sustainable Development: “positioning South Africa as a
gateway/springboard”;
ii) Global Governance System; and
iii) Strengthened Political and Economic Relations
Promoting closer economic cooperation between Africa and the GCC (Gulf
Cooperation Council) in order to secure substantial GCC investment in especially
African infrastructure, a major objective of DIRCO. - Sovereign Wealth Funds
(estimated at US$ 1604 billion in 2011)
Forum for China -Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) Ministerial Meeting in PRC, (Q2.
2012) 3535
STRENGTHEN RELATIONS WITH STRATEGIC FORMATIONS OF THE NORTH
G20: DIRCO forms part of the core team that coordinates South Africa’s participation in the G20. South Africa is Co-Chair of the Development Working Group (DWG). South Africa use its participation to promote the interest of Africa and the South. South Africa is actively lobbying G20 to afford Sub-Saharan Africa a better voice in governance of the IMF, by allocating a third IMF Board Chair to the region.
The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) and the World Economic Forum (WEF), the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and the International Energy Agency (IEA): Enhanced participation in the above bodies to augment and promote the New Growth Path for job creation, green economy and energy which is at the centre of South Africa’s domestic priorities.
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PARTICIPATE IN THE GLOBAL SYSTEM OF GOVERNANCE
South Africa’s non-permanent membership of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC): Will be guided by its commitment to strengthening the multilateral system and its support for a broader multilateral approach to international peace and security
South Africa will discharge its responsibility, alongside other members of the Council, and forge close partnerships and promote greater consultation with other members of the Council
South Africa will continue in its efforts to promote and enhance the UNSC’s cooperation with regional organisations particularly the AUPSC
South Africa will seek to strengthen cooperation between the three African countries in the UNSC (Togo, Morocco and South Africa), with the aim of elevating the African Agenda
South Africa will further contribute to the work of the UNSC by participating in its committees, working groups and other structures
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PARTICIPATE IN THE GLOBAL SYSTEM OF GOVERNANCE (cont)
South Africa chairs the UNSC’s 1540 Committee that imposes binding obligations on all States to establish domestic controls to prevent the proliferation of nuclear, chemical and biological weapons, and their means of delivery to non-state actors.
South Africa chairs the Working Group on Conflict Prevention in Africa and serves as Vice-Chair of the Côte d’Ivoire and Liberia Sanctions Committees.
The UNSC membership will also present an opportunity to contribute to reforming the working methods of the Security Council and to work towards the achievement of a representative, legitimate and more effective Security Council.
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PARTICIPATE IN THE GLOBAL SYSTEM OF GOVERNANCE (cont)
Addressing Climate Change: Minister Nkoana-Mashabane remains COP17/CMP7 President until the beginning of COP18/CMP8 in November 2012.South Africa will need to ensure that meetings are arranged to discuss follow-up actions, particularly with regard to the Ad hoc Working Group on the Durban Platform for Enhanced Action (AWG-DP) and the Green Climate Fund which were specifically negotiated under the auspices of the President. The President was also invited to appoint the two co-chairs to undertake a Work Programme on Long-term Finance in 2012. South Africa to ensure that Adaptation Committee is established and is operationalised in a manner that addresses the fragmented approach to adaptation
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PARTICIPATE IN THE GLOBAL SYSTEM OF GOVERNANCE (cont)
Participation in the international human rights system: Engage the political discourse and the international human rights system with a view to strengthen the protection gap through international human rights law, norms and standards and their effective implementation where appropriate
Adhering to obligations and compliance under international human rights law, including those by the United Nations Treaty Bodies and Human Rights Council Mechanisms
Strengthen protection mechanisms for victims of violence based on their Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity both domestically and internationally
Complete review on the implementation of the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC)
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PARTICIPATE IN THE GLOBAL SYSTEM OF GOVERNANCE (cont)
UN Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF): Negotiation of the new UNDAF for 2013 – 2017 with the UN Country Team will be based on the outcomes of the joint evaluation done in 2009
UNDP/UNFOA/UNOPS Board: Promotion of the African development agenda during the term of the board. The new Strategic Partnership Framework Agreement with UNDP has set a framework for future cooperation
Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (KPCS): Continue South Africa’s participation in the work and processes of the SA is Vice-Chair during 2012, and will be the Chair in 2013.
Commission on Social Development, Commission on Population development and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) : Promotion of consistent foreign policy positions and approaches in multilateral forums by different national stakeholders on Social Development issues including Poverty, Health, Education, Heritage, Youth, Gender, Families & Older Persons
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PARTICIPATE IN THE GLOBAL SYSTEM OF GOVERNANCE (cont)
Rio+20: Contribute to the outcome of the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development (UNSCD), known as Rio+20 (10 year anniversary of the World Summit on Sustainable Development – eWSSD).The report of the Global Sustainability Panel to be launched by President Zuma is expected to influence the outcome of the Rio+20
Square Kilometre Array (SKA): The bidding process for the project comes to a head in 2012. The decision on the bid is expected in early April 2012. South Africa with its partners and Australia are the only two bidders. Intense lobbying have started
International Labour Organisation (ILO): Enhanced engagement in order to find effective ways for job creation
World Trade Organisation (WTO): Advancement of a fair and equitable Multilateral Trading System which benefits all countries particularly developing countries and promote a pro-development outcome in the Doha round of negotiations
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PARTICIPATE IN THE GLOBAL SYSTEM OF GOVERNANCE (cont)
Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO): Contribute to the evolution of an equitable system of rules governing intellectual property and ensure that intellectual property is effectively used as an instrument for development, including the protection of indigenous knowledge systems
Follow-up to the 2011 Washington nuclear Security Summit to be held from 26 – 27 March 2012 in Seoul, Republic of Korea. South African delegation to be led by the President to affirm the need for nuclear disarmament. Approximately 50 Heads of Government to agree on a Communiqué that would reaffirm the nuclear security commitments
The Pelindaba Treaty: Prohibits possession and the stationing of nuclear weapons throughout Africa and encourages the peaceful use of nuclear science and technology. Implementation will be undertaken through the African Commission on Nuclear Energy (AFCONE). South Africa is one of the 12 members, as well as the Chair of AFCONE and is hosting the headquarters of AFCONE. Funding for the hosting is estimated at R3 - 5 million annually. The Executive Secretary of AFCONE is due to be appointed
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PARTICIPATE IN THE GLOBAL SYSTEM OF GOVERNANCE
Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT ): Each Review Conference is preceded by Preparatory Committee (PrepCom) meetings during the three years preceding it. The first PrepCom for the 2015 Revcon will be held in May 2012 in Vienna. South Africa views it as an important conference that will set the tone for future meetings and will emphasise the inextricable link between the three pillars of the NPT-nuclear disarmament; non-proliferation; the peaceful uses of nuclear energy.
Arms Trade Treaty (ATT): In July 2012 UN Member States will negotiate a Treaty on the transfer of conventional arms. South Africa’s view is that it should be as comprehensive as possible. It should require effective national arms control systems, including legislation and provide for assistance to those States that have yet to put these systems in place
Candidatures: South Africa will advocate for a reformed and strengthened multilateral rules-based system through seeking increased the influence and representation of Africa and the South in all bodies, organs, agencies, programmes and international organisations in association with the UN
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Strengthen Political, Economic and Social RelationsAfrica
Advance national priorities and foreign policy objectives through strengthened and expanded bilateral cooperation by means of:
Consultative mechanisms e.g High level visits, Special envoys
Structured bilateral engagements e.g Coordination of JBC, JCC, JMC, BNC and SOM including
participation by National Departments.
Conflict resolution e.g Promote and facilitate dialogue between parties towards sustainable
peace, support TRC processes
Elections e.g Support holding of credible elections through participation in monitoring
mechanisms and providing of election assistance
Support democratisation and good governance e.g Engage civil society and relevant institutions,
capacity building efforts, monitor reform initiatives
Country monitoring and analytical reporting e.g Early warning reports, country briefings and
assessments of domestic politics and security situation as well as the international influence in
African countries
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Use of Economic Diplomacy for the promotion of bilateral trade and investment to advance national priorities through:
- Intensifying economic engagement e.g Facilitate targeted business exchanges through cooperation with the DTI and private sector, participation in existing bilateral economic structures and consultations
- Marketing e.g Facilitation and participation in trade and tourism events in conjunction with relevant National Departments and sector relevant stakeholders in order to promote South Africa as a tourism and business destination
- Developmental projects e.g promotion and support of Public Private Partnerships in support of socio-economic development, explore opportunities for trilateral cooperation projects, coordinate bilateral PCRD and humanitarian assistance efforts
- Intra-African trade e.g Promote and support country specific infrastructure programmes in line with NEPAD North-South Corridor Project, use of bilateral engagements to promote South African and SADC interests in the COMESA-EAC-SADC FTA trade negotiations
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Use of Economic Diplomacy for the promotion of bilateral trade and investment to advance national priorities through:
- Intensifying economic engagement e.g Facilitate targeted business exchanges through cooperation with the DTI and private sector, participation in existing bilateral economic structures and consultations
- Marketing e.g Facilitation and participation in trade and tourism events in conjunction with relevant National Departments and sector relevant stakeholders in order to promote South Africa as a tourism and business destination
- Developmental projects e.g promotion and support of Public Private Partnerships in support of socio-economic development, explore opportunities for trilateral cooperation projects, coordinate bilateral PCRD and humanitarian assistance efforts
- Intra-African trade e.g Promote and support country specific infrastructure programmes in line with NEPAD North-South Corridor Project, use of bilateral engagements to promote South African and SADC interests in the COMESA-EAC-SADC FTA trade negotiations
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Top 5 Export Classes per Region
Central Africa1. Prepared foodstuffs; beverages, spirits2. Vehicles, aircraft, vessels & associated trade 3. Machinery & mechanical appliances; 4. Live animals; animal products5. Base metals and articles of base metal
Southern Africa1. Machinery & mechanical appliances; electrical2. Mineral products3. Base metals articles of base metal4. Products of the chemical or allied industries5. Vehicles, aircraft, vessels & associated trade
West Africa1. Base metals and articles
of base metal2. Machinery & mechanical
appliances; electrical3. Vehicles, aircraft, vessels
& associated trade4. Plastics & articles
thereof; rubber & articles5. Prepared foodstuffs;
beverages, spirits
East Africa1. Base metals and
articles of base 2. Machinery &
mechanical appliances; electrical
3. Vehicles, aircraft, vessels & associated trade
4. Products of the chemical or allied industries
5. Optical, photographic, cinematographic
North Africa1.Vehicles, aircraft, vessels & assoc. Trade2. Machinery & mechanical appliances; 3. Electrical plastics & articles thereof; Rubber and related articles4. Mineral products;5. Products of the chemical or allied industries
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Strengthen Political, Economic and Social RelationsAmericas and Caribbean (cont)
United States of America: SA-US relations manage in line with national priorities (remains influential, a pre-eminent
power, SA’s third largest trading partner) Strategic Dialogue at Ministerial level (Secretary Clinton to visit SA in May/June 2012) and the Annual
Bilateral Forum at Senior Official’s level with focus on engaging the USA in increasing support for Capacity Building and Training initiatives
Negotiations for the continuance of AGOA beyond 2015 remains a priority (Outside oil exports, SA main benefactor of AGOA) as well as encourage the reactivation of the Trade and Investment Framework Agreement (TIFA)
Continue to engage the African Diaspora in the USA to ensure that this remains a crucial element in the focus on the African Diaspora
Continue to seek FDI and Corporate Social investments from the US since it is one of the largest investments in SA with the presence of more than 600 companies in SA.
Caribbean: High-level visit to St Lucia (CARICOM Chair). SA articulates Caribbean developmental
imperatives and issues in the G20
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• South Africa to utilise high-level visits and structured bilaterals with Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Bolivia, Ecuador, Mexico, Chile and Panama to strengthen economic and other ties
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Strengthen Political, Economic and Social RelationsAmericas and Caribbean (cont)
Strengthen Political, Economic & Social RelationsAsia & Middle East
Promoting substantial economic ties with the region requires regular high-level engagement (PRC, Japan, Australia. New Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore, Philippines, Thailand, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Oman, Mongolia, Kazakhstan, Qatar, Jordan, Lebanon)
Strengthening people-to-people cooperation (civil society; sport; academia) Promoting and facilitating the transfer of skills to South African citizens Facilitating enabling conditions in pursuit of South Africa’s environmental
interests (protection of national heritage)
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STATE PROTOCOL SERVICES
To manage ceremonial events, international visits and conferences
To provide Protocol services to Provincial and Local Government
To manage State Protocol Lounges, Guest Houses and related facilities
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State Protocol Services (cont)
Facilitate accreditation of Heads of Diplomatic and Consular Missions
Manage implementation of the Diplomatic Immunities and Privileges Act
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Public Diplomacy
A comprehensive understanding and appreciation of what the SA brand stands for and how it contributes to the global multilateral governance system
Promote SA’s foreign policy nationally and internationally through the development and utilisation of varied platforms and vehicles
Entrench and protect Brand South Africa and its reputation through an assertive integrated marketing campaign (Brand management)
An increase in the uptake of DIRCO’s products and services by stakeholders/customers, both nationally and internationally
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Objectives Outcomes Effective and efficient allocation of financial resources in the Department
Efficient utilisation of funds
Achieve our Strategic Plan targets within budgetary confines
Comply with all financial prescripts
Manage and maintain secure Financial systems
Secured Financial System
Aligned Financial Code Structure
Manage expenditure in line with the approved budget
Approved Financial Statements
Unqualified audit opinion
Monitored implementation of audit outcomes
Monitored expenditure
Financial Management
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2012/13 MTEF ESTIMATES
2012/13 2013/14 2014/15
R million Total to be appropriated
Current payments
Transfers and
subsidies
Payments for capital
assets
Total Total
MTEF allocation
Administration 1,265 1,058 – 208 1,313 1,388
International Relations 2,803 2,764 – 39 3,095 3,276
Public Diplomacy andProtocol
223 223 – 0 239 252
International Transfers 826 – 826 – 874 923
Total expenditure estimates
5,117 4,044 826 247 5,521 5,839
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INDICATIVE BASELINE ALLOCATION AS PER THE STRATEGIC OBJECTIVE OF THE DEPARTMENT
R Million
Strategic objective
2010/11 Actual
2011/12 Revised Estimate
MTEF
2012/13 2013/14 2014/15
Management of the Department
R’00 R’00 R’00 R’00 R’00
1,057,990
1,239,376
1,265,310
1,313,036
1,387,736
Enhanced African Agenda and Sustainable Development:
971,385
1,052,794
1,122,225
1,231,911
1,303,248
Strengthen Political and Economic Integration of SADC
74,570 82,416
85,309
93,654
99,269
Strengthen South-South Relations
553,500
616,809
686,718
752,551
797,558 Strengthen Relations with strategic formations of the North
758,736
867,989
893,373
980,905
1,032,810
Participate in the Global System of Governance
635,993
562,332
604,656
655,644
695,085
Strengthen Political and Economic Relations
365,009
731,673
459,000
493,311
523,694
Total
4,417,183
5,153,389
5,116,591
5,521,012
5,839,400
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Supply Chain Management
Objectives Outcomes
Effective implementation of the SCM Framework both at Head Office and SA Missions abroad
Procurement of good and services in compliance with the provisions of the SCM Framework
Enhancement and maintenance of the Department’s Asset Register
Complete and accurate
Departmental Asset Register in terms of the Asset Management Framework
Effective and Efficient management of Departmental records
Compliance with the provisions of the National Archives Act
INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY
Objectives Outcomes
Provide a secure and fully functional ICT Environment
Effectively utilised Bandwidth
Stable and Fully Functional Missions
Integrated Business Systems
Incorporate effective governance and Service Delivery
Mature IT Governance Framework
Improved Service Delivery
Competent and skilled ICT Staff Capacitated ICT Structure
Trained and skilled ICT staff
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Property and Facilities Management
Objectives Outcomes
Strategic acquisition of Chanceries and Official Residences
Approved property acquisition strategy
Approved alternative funding mechanism
Pilot projects identified and approved
Comprehensive property management framework
Approved property norms and standards
Execution of the Capital Works Programme
100% spending of capital budget
Pro active and economical management of the lease portfolio
Lease portfolio managed economically, effectively and efficiently
Effective and efficient management of facilities and services
Facilities and services managed economically, effectively and efficiently
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Consular Services
Objectives Outcomes
Render consular assistance to South African nationals in distress or destitute (natural disasters or man-made) abroad as well as to their next of kin SA
Consular assistance rendered to South African nationals abroad as well as to their next of kin in South Africa
Facilitate transmission of Judicial Documents (e.g. Extradition requests; Mutual Legal Assistance; Court summonses; Divorce and Maintenance orders)
Facilitated the transmission of Judicial documents
Legalisation of public documents Legalisation of public documentsRaise awareness amongst members of the public about consular services in conjunction with Government Departments and other stakeholders in South Africa
Raised awareness amongst members of the public about consular services
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Organisational Strengthening: Establishment
Establishment as at 31 December 2011■ Head Office and Missions (transferred staff)■ Missions (LRP staff)
LOCATION TOTAL APPROVED POSTS
FILLED POSTS VACANT FUNDED
VACANT UNFUNDED
HEAD OFFICE 2070 1614 368 88
MISSION 770 676 66 28
DIP POOL 60 60 0 0
HR POOL 0 44 0 0
CADET / INTERNSHIP 0 89 0 0
TOTAL 2900 2483 434 116
Number of posts filled as at 31 December 2011 : 2483Head Office : 1614Missions : 676HR Pool : 44Training Pool : 60Diplomatic Cadets/ Internship : 89
LRP ESTABLISHMENT
TOTAL APPROVED
POSTS
FILLED POSTS
VACANT
TOTAL 2463 2214 249
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Organisational Strengthening: Employment Equity
The total of 2480 excludes the three Political Office Bearers
OVERALL DIRCO (As at 31 December 2011)
RACE & GENDER PROFILE
MANAGEMENT LEVEL
Data MALE FEMALE Grand Total
African Coloured
Indian White African Coloured
Indian White
TOP MANAGEMENT Count 9 0 3 0 5 0 0 0 17 % 53% 0% 18% 0% 29% 0% 0% 0% 100% SENIOR MANAGEMENT Count 104 11 17 39 64 4 4 24 267 % 39% 4% 6% 15% 24% 1.5% 1.5% 9% 100% MIDDLE MANAGEMENT Count 102 16 18 89 74 8 13 77 397 % 26% 4% 5% 22% 19% 2% 3% 20% 100% ASSISTANT DIRECTOR & BELOW Count 568 32 21 89 831 48 38 172 1799 % 32% 2% 1% 5% 46% 3% 2% 9% 100% Total Count 783 59 59 217 974 60 55 291 2480 Total % 32% 2% 2% 9% 39% 3% 2% 11% 100%
Female SMS percentage = 36%People with disabilities = 1,5%
Disability
Data MALE FEMALE GRAND TOTAL
African Coloured Indian White African Coloured Indian White
Count 9 0 1 13 8 1 0 4 36
% 25% 0% 3% 36% 22% 3% 0% 11% 100%
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Strategic Objectives of Human Resources
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Strategic objective Objective statement
An, efficient, effective, economical and fully capacitated department
Capacitate DIRCO through effective and efficient HR management practices
Diplomatic Training
Specialised Diplomatic Training Programme for all DIRCO Employees, International Practitioners in partner Departments and International Relations Liaisons through all spheres of Government
Specialised training interventions on Economic Diplomacy for Missions; covering all our missions in Africa and Asia regions (emerging countries) and strategic formations of the North
Continued implementation and delivery of standing training programmes; The Heads of Mission Designate Orientation, Counsellors’ Mission Preparation Programme and Diplomatic Training
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The International School
• Established in 2011 and hosted the first Diplomatic Training Programme for Diplomats from 11 countries in East Africa
• Objective: To advance South Africa’s national interests and to build diplomatic capacity in African and developing countries
• Promote South Africa’s Diplomacy: A country who facilitates peace, stability and development in the spirit of Ubuntu. (this could be the golden thread through all International School training programmes)
• Will develop a full menu of training programmes around the following themes: Post Conflict Reconstruction and Development, Building States and Nations, International Governance and African Regional Development, and Diplomacy. Funded through the ARF
• All incoming international training offers and scholarships to be better coordinated and aligned to national skills deficit
• International partnerships (UNITAR, Clingendael, Diplo-Foundation) towards skills development in strategic areas and issues
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Administration Management Training
MAC (Mission Administration Course) and
FAAC (Foreign Affairs Attaché Course)
The courses aim to enable administrators to execute their duties and render support services at a South African Mission abroad. The Directorate is committed to ensure that training will meet departmental needs and legislative requirements
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Language Training
Make English and French part of two residential programmes
Increase capacity in interpreting for the Minister and the Presidency
Collaborate with Universities in South Africa and abroad to offer interpreting programmes
Introduce high order English language skills (analysis and report writing) for junior and middle managers
Offer foreign language training for posting in line with the Placement Policy
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GENERIC SKILLS DEVELOPMENT
Training provided as per the Workplace Skills Plan
Implementation Leadership and Management Programmes: EDP, MDIPs
Implement Youth Programmes: Learnerships for unemployed youth
Conduct Skills Audit
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International Transfers
Payment of South African contributions to international organisations in full and on time (2013/14: R873,9 million)
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