Providing strategic leadership, corporate services, and institutional support to ensure the effective functioning and governance of the Department.
Guiding the Department towards excellence in governance and planning
Building strong foundations for science and innovation
Fostering collaboration across the National System of Innovation
The Programme is geared towards supporting the high-level policy prioritisation of the Department of Science and Technology (DST) through coordinated planning, governance, and stakeholder engagement.
Coordinate strategic initiatives ensuring DST and entity priorities align to national priorities.
Develop and maintain good corporate governance systems for the Department and its entities.
Proactively position the Department positively to ensure informed employees and citizenry.