Council for Geoscience Strategy 2014 to 2019

1. Council for Geoscience Strategy 2014 to 2019 02 July 2014

2. Structure • Mandate • Vision, Mission and Values • Strategy • Budgets for the MTEF period 2013/14-2016/17 • Strategic performance objectives and targets • Key programmes and priorities for action • Human capital

3. Mandate

4. The Geoscience Act (Act 100 of 1993)The Geoscience Amendment Act (Act 16 of 2010) • The systematic onshore and offshore geoscientific mapping of South Africa • Basic geoscience research into the nature and origin of rocks • The collection and curation of all geoscience data and act as a National Geoscience Repository • Rendering of geoscience knowledge services and advice to the State • Manage a number of national geoscience facilities on behalf of the country • Render commercial geoscience services and products to national and international clients

5. Strategic Alignment • National Development Plan 2030 • Strategic Plan for 2014 to 2019 - Government • National System of Innovation - Government • Stakeholders’ declaration on Strategy for the Sustainable Growth and meaningful Transformation of South Africa’s Mining Industry - DMR • Grand Challenges - DST

6. National Development Plan 2030 The CGS business model will address the following strategic national outcomes: • 4. Decent employment through inclusive economic growth (Increase the benefit of the mineral resources to the country by delivering geoscience information and services to increase the rail, water and energy infrastructure) • 5. A skilled and capable workforce to support an inclusive growth path (building capacity in respect of scientific, administrative and managerial/leadership skills; development of products, systems and services)

7. National Development Plan 2030 • 6. An efficient, competitive and responsive economic infrastructure network (geoscience information and services input to infrastructure development, contributes to South Africa’s economic development – coal, gas (shale gas), electricity and water resources) • 7. Vibrant, equitable and sustainable rural communities with food security for all (CGS assistance in the development of South Africa and its people through improved infrastructure development – mining and geotourism)

8. National Development Plan 2030 • 10. Environmental assets and natural resources that are well protected and continually enhanced (the CGS conducts research with regard to acid mine drainage, climate change and carbon capture technology) • 12. An efficient, effective and development oriented public service and an empowered, fair and inclusive citizenship (ensuring CGS compliance with legislative requirements, development of CGS regulatory systems and alignment with national mandates; addressing gender equality and employment equity).

9. Vision, Mission and Values

10. Vision Our aspiration is to become Leaders in Applied Geoscience Solutions CGS Vision 2019 unpacked To be acknowledged as the leading providers of public geoscience expertise for South Africa and the African continent

11. The Mission • To advance the knowledge, understanding and sustainable management of the geological environment, including geohazards, mineral, energy and water resources. • To provide timely geoscience data, information and knowledge to address the developmental priorities of the Nation. • Our public activities support evidence-based decision-making and build effective public capacity in the geosciences. • We build and maintain national geoscience infrastructure with qualified professionals • Our applied geoscience research is world-class, locally relevant, and responsive to the most important challenges facing our society.

12. The Values • We work together as a team across functions to solve problems, develop novel ideas that create new value for our stakeholders and improve the organizational performance of the CGS. • Our targets are challenging yet realistic and we take ownership of our personal actions and work commitments. We hold ourselves personally accountable for achieving results. • We consistently provide prompt and courteous service to our external and internal customers and stakeholders. • Our focus is excellence and continuous improvement in everything we do. • We strive for a diverse workplace by incorporating the contributions of people from a wide variety of backgrounds, promoting an inclusive culture and demonstrating respect for the individual. • We ensure the professional development and personal wellbeing our staff in a learning organisation.

13. Strategy

14. CGS Strategic Objectives • To generate revenue • To manage overhead efficiency • To address stakeholder needs • To effectively promote the CGS and disseminate strategic information to the public • To develop and implement effective policies and procedures • To drive preferential procurement

15. CGS Strategic Objectives (cont.) • To attract and retain a skilled workforce • To enhance present levels of excellence • To build a positive organizational culture • To reflect and embrace South Africa’s diversity

16. Five-year Goals Strategic outcome-oriented goals of the CGS • Employees view the CGS as an attractive career opportunity • The CGS is responsive to the developmental needs of the country and is recognized among global leaders in the geological field because of its commitment to excellence • The CGS is a financially viable and structurally robust organization catering for all stakeholders and utilizing multiple revenue streams

17. Critical Success Factors • A repositioned organisation with a structure that supports its strategy • An integrated approach to service delivery • Appropriate financial backing • Improved global economic environment • A workable balance between statutory and contract research work • Adequate and competent scientists • A happy workforce (high staff morale) • The transfer of knowledge, skills and expertise to young scientists • The retention of experienced scientists • A strategic place/brand within the national priorities framework.

18. Key Challenges • Declining contract revenue • Inadequate statutory funding • Ageing infrastructure • Continuing with Transformation • Refocusing and aligning the organization to address SA’s developmental challenges • Implementation of the Geoscience Amendment Act (Act No. 16 of 2010)

19. Budgets for the MTEF period 2013/14-2016/17

20. Budgets for the period 2013/14 to 2016/17

21. Government Grant Allocation for the period 2013/14 to 2016/17

22. Government Baseline Grant Allocation vs Personnel Costs

23. Strategic Performance Objectives and Targets

24. Economic / Financial Growth

25. Stake Holder / Customer Perspective

26. Stake Holder / Customer Perspective

27. Effective Systems Perspective

28. World-class People Perspective

29. World-class People Perspective (cont.)

30. Key Programmes and Priorities for Action

31. Geoscience Mapping • Geological maps provide the basic information for a range of applications including mineral exploration and hydrogeological, engineering, environmental (including climate change and geohazard) investigations and natural science research.

32. Modern Mapping Aids