KWAZULU NATAL DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, TOURISM AND ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons for filling the following positions:
- Ability to communicate at all levels with relevant stakeholders, including: Provincial Departments, Senior Management, Private Sector Organisations, Media, International Organisations and the General Public -Proven knowledge and experience in policy development and events management. Candidates should demonstrate excellent skills in: -Communication and presentation -Public speaking -Basic financial and Supply Chain management -Computer literacy -Strategic planning -Research -Strong project management -Report writing -Business planning -Time management -Verbal and written communication and conflict management -Ability to work under pressure and to maintain confidentiality.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: -Coordinate and mobilize formal and informal business sectors to participate in RASET Programme -Provide strategic direction in the implementation of the RASET Strategic Master Plan and other founding documents on a continuous basis -Oversee the Bulk Buying Initiative in the Province -Oversee the management of human, financial and asset resources of the Chief Directorate. Note: In terms of the Departmental Employment Equity targets and Employment Equity Plan, Females and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. ENQUIRIES: Mr S. Myeza, tel. 033 264 2670. DIRECTOR: BULK BUYING TOTAL SALARY PACKAGE: R1, 057 326 p.a. (All-inclusive salary package to be structured in accordance with the rules of SMS) • SALARY LEVEL: 13 • DURATION: 3-YEAR FIXED TERM CONTRACT • LOCATION: DURBAN • REFERENCE NO: DIR BUYING - 02/MAY 2020 REQUIREMENTS: -An appropriate Bachelor's degree in Development Studies or Business Administration at (NQF Level 7) as recognised by SAQA -A minimum of five (5) years appropriate experience at a Middle/Senior Managerial level –A valid driver's licence. COMPETENCES: -Advance knowledge of the Business sector and environment -Sound knowledge and understanding of the regulatory framework for the Public Service, e.g. Public Service Act, PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations Act, Constitution of South Africa, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Skills Development Act, Service Delivery Frameworks (Batho Pele Principles), policies and strategies -Ability to communicate at all levels with relevant stakeholders, including: Provincial Departments, Senior Management, Private Sector Organisations, Media, International Organisations and the General Public -Proven knowledge and experience in policy development and events management. Candidates should demonstrate excellent skills in: -Communication and presentation -Public speaking -Basic financial and Supply Chain management -Computer literacy -Strategic planning -Research -Strong project management -Report writing -Good interpersonal skills -Good research and analytical skills -Business planning -Time management -Verbal and written communication and conflict management - Ability to work under pressure and to maintain confidentiality. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: -Coordinate and mobilize formal and informal business sector to participate in the Bulk Buying Programme -Develop and implement the Bulk Buying Strategy in the Department -Manage the provisioning of logistical support to SMME's participating in the Bulk Buying Initiative in the Province -Manage human, financial and asset resources of the Directorate. Note: In terms of the Departmental Employment Equity targets and Employment Equity Plan, Females and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. ENQUIRIES: Mr S. Myeza, tel. 033 264 2670.
DIRECTOR: DISTRICT MANAGEMENT (4 POSTS) TOTAL SALARY PACKAGE: R1, 057 326 p.a. (All-inclusive salary package to be Structured in accordance with the rules of SMS) • SALARY LEVEL: 13 • DISTRICTS: (UMgungundlovu and UThukela), (Amajuba & UMzinyathi), (ILembe & King Cetshwayo), (Zululand & UMkhanyakude) • REFERENCE NO: DIR-DISTR - 03/MAY 2020 REQUIREMENTS: -An appropriate Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in Public Management/Public Administration or relevant qualification at NQF Level 7 as recognised by SAQA -A minimum of five years managerial experience at a Middle/Senior Managerial level with extensive experience in an administration environment -A valid driver's licence. COMPETENCIES: -Broad understanding of the public sector environment -Knowledge of the National Development Plan (NDP), Provincial Growth and Development Plan (PGDP), District Growth and Development Plan (DGDP) –Knowledge and understanding of the regulatory framework for the Public Service, e.g. Constitution of Republic of South Africa, Public Service Act, PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Public Service Regulations, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act and Labour Relations Act. -Good stakeholder coordination and engagement -Sound research, knowledge management, strategic capability and leadership, problem solving and analysis and empowerment –Knowledge and understanding of the Employee Performance and Management System -Knowledge of Security Management Act, Bill of Rights, Community Outreach and Public participation. Candidates should demonstrate excellent skills in: -Ability to communicate at all levels, including Provincial Departments, Senior Management and Private Sector Organisations -Computer literacy, strategic planning, negotiating skills, programme and project management principles, report writing and presentations skills -Broad knowledge of service delivery innovation, change management and financial management -Strategic leadership, policy analysis and development, management and administration, advanced written and verbal communication, people management, corporate planning, decision making, research, knowledge management, problem-solving and analysis, dent orientation and customer focus. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: -Manage the development of strategic administration support services in the District -Establish and participate in the district stakeholder management forums -Ensure the development and implementation of policies and procedures in the districts -Manage human, financial resources and assets of the Directorate. Note: In terms of the Departmental Employment Equity targets and Employment Equity Plan, Females and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. ENQUIRIES: Mr F. Mbuli, tel. (033) 264 2518. DEPUTY DIRECTOR: RISK AND INTEGRITY MANAGEMENT TOTAL SALARY PACKAGE: R733 257 p.a. (All-inclusive salary package to be structured in accordance with the rules of MMS) • SALARY LEVEL: 11 • REFERENCE NO: DEP DIR-RISK- 04/MAY 2020 REQUIREMENTS: -An appropriate Bachelor's degree/National diploma in Risk Management/Accounting/Auditing at NQF Level 6/7 as recognised by SAQA -A minimum of three to five years Junior Management experience in Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) or Management experience -A valid driver's licence. COMPETENCIES: -Thorough knowledge of risk management principles and philosophy -Knowledge of risk management in the Public Sector - Sound knowledge of Treasury Regulations, Financial Disclosure Framework and the Promotion of Administrative Justice Act -Sound working knowledge of legislative/statutory requirements relating to risk management -Sound working experience in risk management policy and procedure development, implementation and reviews -Proven working experience in implementing Risk Management in a large organisational environment -Sound working knowledge of corporate governance frameworks -Proven experience in monitoring adherence to legislation, regulations, standards, codes and company policies and procedures relating to risk management -Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems -Understanding of Government priorities and mandates -Knowledge and understanding of the regulatory framework for the Public Service, e.g. the Public Service Act, PFMA, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Skills Development Act, Service Delivery Frameworks, HR Matters and relevant statutory provisions -Ability to communicate at all levels: Provincial Departments, Senior Management, Private Sector Organisations, Media, and the General Public -An ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment. The candidates should demonstrate excellent skills in: -Accountability and Ethical conduct -Computer literacy -Practical application of the concept of theory of change -Strategic planning, research skills, negotiating skills, people management, programme and project management -Report writing and presentations skills and basic financial and Supply Chain Management skills -Broad knowledge of service delivery innovation, change management, people management and empowerment -Public management and administration principles –Planning and coordination - Strategic capacity and leadership, policy analysis and development, management and administration -Advanced written and verbal communication, corporate planning, decision making, research, knowledge management, problem-solving and analysis, client orientation and customer focus -Ability to maintain confidentiality. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: -Implement the developed Risk Management framework for the Department –Facilitate ethics and integrity management within the Department -Monitor and report on the accuracy and timeous risk management information -Promote and institutionalize risk awareness culture and compliance -Manage human, financial resources and assets of the Sub-Directorate. ENQUIRIES: Ms Z. Dlamini, tel. 033 264 2530.
-Knowledge of Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA), Municipal Systems Act, 2002 (Act 32 of 2000), Municipal Structure Act, Ministerial Handbook of 2019, Manual on Promotion of Access to Information Act, regulations, frameworks, prescripts and directives –Knowledge and understanding of the regulatory framework for the Public Service e.g. Public Service Act, 1994 as amended it 2007, Public Service Regulations of 2016, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, Labour Relations Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act and Service Delivery Framework –Knowledge of the National Development Plan (NDP), Provincial Growth and Development Plan (PGDP), District Growth and Development Plan (DGPP) and KwaZulu-Natal Citizen's Charter, 2009-2014. Candidates should demonstrate excellent skills in: -Stakeholder management, strategic management, public relations management, human resource management and report writing -Project management, conflict management and policy development – Research organising, coordination, business planning and financial management skills -Computer literacy (Microsoft PowerPoint Excel and Word) -Interpersonal and presentation skills -Problem solving and communication skills (written and verbal).
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: •Ensure the development of strategies, policies and plans on Intergovernmental Relations within the Department in conjunction with all spheres of Government -Facilitate co-operation and co-ordination of Departmental IGR activities of mutual interest with all spheres of Government -Facilitate and coordinate effective establishment, functioning and oversight of Departmental IGR structures •Participate in IGR platforms and processes -Ensure the provision and management of International Relations Services for the Department •Develop relevant strategies and policies •Manage human, financial and assets resources of the Sub-directorate. ENQUIRIES: Ms L. Luswazi, tel. 033 264 2845. ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: RISK AND INTEGRITY MANAGEMENT SALARY NOTCH: R376 596 p.a. • SALARY LEVEL: 09 • REFERENCE NO: ASST DIR-RISK- 06/MAY 2020 REQUIREMENTS: •An appropriate Bachelor's degree/National diploma in Risk Management/Auditing/Professional Ethics at NQF Level 6/7 as recognised by SAQA •A minimum of three years administrative experience in Risk Management or Integrity and Ethics •Two years supervisory experience will be an added advantage •A valid driver's licence. COMPETENCIES: •Knowledge and understanding of the regulatory framework for the Public Service, e.g. the Public Service Act, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Skills Development Act and Service Delivery Frameworks • Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems -Risk Management policies and procedures, risk management principles and philosophy •Government financial systems •Knowledge of risk management in the public sector •Knowledge of implementing policies •Knowledge and experience in Anticorruption initiatives in the public service •Operational (practical) knowledge of the financial disclosure system (e-disclosure system) •Knowledge of Professional Ethics infrastructure in the public service •Ability to conduct research to compile reports based on good governance legislation, especially, the extent to which it relates to Professional Ethics •No criminal record. The candidates should demonstrate excellent skills in: -Problem solving and analysis -Client orientation and customer focus -People and diversity management •Accountability and Ethical conduct •Committed to high level of quality control •Organisational skills •Good communication skills (Ability to communicate at all levels): Provincial Departments and Senior Management • An ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment •Report writing skills •Facilitation and presentation skills –Problem solving and analysis -Service delivery innovation -Operational knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) and analytical skills for report writing. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: •Assist in the implementation of the Risk Management framework, integrity and ethics management strategy and plan for the organisation •Supervise, facilitate and advise on the risk assessment process • Monitor and review the identified risk and ethics response activities •Conduct research on Risk Management, Anti-Corruption initiatives and Professional Ethics to inform policy development •Perform administrative functions of the unit. ENQUIRIES: Ms Z. Dlamini; tat 033 264 2530. ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: FLEET MANAGEMENT SALARY NOTCH: R376 596 p.a. • SALARY LEVEL 09 • REFERENCE NO: ASST DIR-FLEET - 07/MAY 2020 REQUIREMENTS: -An appropriate Bachelor's degree/National diploma in Public Management/Public Administration/ Fleet Management/Transport Management/Fleet/Transport Economics/Logistics Management at NQF Level 6/7 as recognised by SAQA •A minimum of three (3) to five (5) years administrative experience in Fleet Management of which two years should be at supervisory level •A valid driver's licence. COMPETENCIES: •Thorough knowledge of Government Fleet Operation •Knowledge of Government Fleet and Travel Policies and Procedures •Thorough knowledge of the Road Traffic Management Act, Transport Circular No. 4 of 2000 and Supply Chain Management Framework •Knowledge and understanding of the regulatory framework for the Public Service. e.g. Public Service Act, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Skills Development Act and Service Delivery Frameworks •Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems •Knowledge of Departmental Policy and Procedures and knowledge of implementing policies. The candidates should demonstrate excellent skills in: -Problem solving and analysis -Client orientation and customer focus -People and diversity management •Organisation, good research and analytical skills •Strong project management and planning skills •Basic financial and Supply Chain Management skills •Good communication skills (Ability to communicate at all levels): Provincial Departments and Senior Management -An ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment •Investigation and report writing skills •Facilitation and presentation skills •Service delivery innovation •Operational knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) -Analytical skills for report writing. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: -Ensure efficient provisioning of state vehicles, including subsidized vehicles • Ensure proper control over the safeguarding and management of vehicles -Assess and dispose vehicles through the Departmental Dispose Committee • Supervise human, financial and asset resources of the component •Monitor implementation of accident processes and procedures in the Department •Compile monthly fleet management reports. ENQUIRIES: Mr F. Mbuli, tel. 033 264 2518. ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: SECURITY SERVICES SALARY NOTCH: R376 596 p.a. • SALARY LEVEL: 09 • REFERENCE NO: ASST DIR-SECUR - 08/MAY 2020 REQUIREMENTS: -An appropriate Bachelor's degree/National diploma in Security Management/SSA Security Training Diploma at NQF Level 6/7 as recognised by SAQA or Training to the level of Sergeant in the SANDF/SAPS/ SSA/SA Correctional Services/Security Training Grade A •A minimum of three (3) to five (5) years administrative experience in Security •A valid driver's licence. COMPETENCIES: •Broad knowledge of Security related Acts and policies •Government Regulations related to Security investigations -Knowledge of security function and security management •Knowledge and understanding of the regulatory framework for the Public Service, e.g. Public Service Act, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Skills Development Act and Service Delivery Frameworks •Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems •Knowledge of Departmental Policy and Procedures and knowledge of implementing policies. The candidates should demonstrate excellent skills in: •Security investigation •Problem solving and analysis -Client orientation and customer focus •People and diversity management •Organisation skills, good research and analytical skills •Strong project management and planning skills •Basic financial and Supply Chain Management skills •Good communication skills (Ability to communicate at all levels): Provincial Departments and Senior Management •An ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment, investigation and report writing skills •Facilitation and presentation skills •Service delivery innovation •Operational knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) •Analytical skills for report writing. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: •Ensure provision of access control in the Department •Provide management of vetting service in the Department -Facilitate the provision of document security •Investigate and report on breaches to security in the Department -Provide advice, guidance and input to security policies. ENQUIRIES: Mr B. E. Buthelezi, tel. 033 264 2575. NOTES TO CANDIDATES 1. The Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Applications from candidates whose appointment will bolster the Employment Equity profile of the Department will serve as an added advantage and will be considered favourably; hence candidates from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act, women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply 2. Location: PIETERMARITZBURG (Not unless otherwise specified for the post) 3. All information submitted will be treated as confidential. The Department reserves the right to withhold the filling of any of the abovementioned posts at any time prior to an appointment being made. 4. Special concession during COVID-19 lockdown to restrict unnecessary movement: All applicants must complete the prescribed application for employment form (Z83) obtainable online at www.gov.za. The application form must be accompanied by the applicant's comprehensive CV. These two unsigned documents must be emailed to the email address/portal provided. Shortlisted candidates will be advised in due course of the method the interview would take. Interviews would either take the form of a face-to-face interaction (following all health and safety protocols), telephonic or online. Should a face-to-face interview be the recommended choice, candidates must bring all original supporting documentation for verification which includes, inter alia, ID, driver's licence, all qualifications, etc. as per post requirement. Should an applicant be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). If a candidate fails the verification process, he/she will be deemed disqualified and will not be permitted to be interviewed. If a telephonic or online interview is a preferred choice the recommended candidate will be required to produce all the above mentioned documents prior to an appointment letter being issued. Should the candidate fail to produce all the original documents he/she will also be deemed disqualified and the next recommended candidate will be provided the opportunity. 5. Ordinarily, a candidate's appointment is subject to a positive outcome obtained from the State Security Agency for the following checks (security clearance, qualification, citizenship and previous employment verifications). Also, the Department will conduct reference checks with the HR of the current and/or previous employer(s) apart from referees listed. However, there may be instances due to the urgency of filling of posts and with due consideration of the pandemic that the outcome of these verifications may only be available after an appointment letter has been issued. In this instance, if it is found that the candidate has misrepresented himself or herself in the application documents or has an unfavourable reference check, the candidate will be deemed as automatically disqualified and disciplinary action will be instituted against the candidate. 6. Kindly note that Written Exercises/Tests may be used as a shortlisting or interview criteria for some of the positions. 7. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the Department. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of a competency based assessment). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. 8. CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIVING APPLICATIONS: 26 JUNE 2020 AT 16H00 9. Applicants requiring additional information regarding an advertised post must direct their enquiries to the person whose name appears under each post. 10. Due to the anticipation of the volume of applications the department will receive in response to this advertisement, correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. Should you not hear from us within six months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. 11. Forward your application, quoting the relevant reference number and the name of the publication in which you saw this advertisement to: [email protected]
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