GDF Annual Report - Gauteng Provincial Treasury

SECTION 3: REPORT ON THE PERFORMANCE OF PROGRAMMES1. Programme: Administration(Corporate Support)1.1. PurposeThe purpose of Corporate Support is to provide clearlyarticulated strategies to achieve the GDF strategicobjectives, ensure that the Department is adequatelyresourced to execute its programmes and report to thestakeholders on the progress on priorities and strategicprogrammes1.2. Strategic Objectives• To be a centre of excellence in the public sector instrategic and innovative information solutions.• To ensure sound corporate governance inthe province and to provide robust resourcemanagement services• To provide proactive strategic and operationalinstitutional support to stakeholders, thusenabling them to deliver quality services• To secure alternative finance sources, includingthe creation of new revenue streams.• To ensure cost efficiencies and consolidatingresources for economies of scale• To ensure effective and efficient management ofthe GDF and its programmes• To be a preferred employer, attracting and retaininghighly skilled and performing individuals.The department did not change the purpose andobjectives of programmes during the year underreview. However, changes to targets are reflected undereach relevant programme and sub-programme (ReferAdjusted Estimates of Provincial Expenditure). For easeof auditing the department’s performance information,the Annual Performance Report structure has beenkept the same as the approved Annual PerformancePlan.1.3. Sub-programme1: MEC’s OfficePurpose:To provide proactive, strategic and administrativesupport to the executive authority, thereby ensuringthat the MEC is able to provide political leadershipand direction to the departmentStrategic Objectives:• To provide proactive strategic and operationalinstitutional support to stakeholders, thusenabling them to deliver quality services.Measurable Objectives:• To support and challenge departments to helpthem deliver public services.Gauteng Department of Finance19