FREE STATE OFFICE OF THE PREMIER
 
Free State Provincial Government is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representativity (race, gender and disability) in the province through the filling of these posts and candidates whose appointment/promotion/transfer will promote representativity will receive preference. 
 
APPLICATIONS : Dr. M Phera, Director General, Office of the Premier, Attention: Ms. Ruth Sefali, Room 406, OR Tambo House, St Andrew Street, Bloemfontein, 9301, E-mail: ruth.sefali@fspremier.gov.za
 
CLOSING DATE : 06 February 2026 @ 16:00 
 

​NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department. The Z83 form must be completed in full and signed by the applicant. All applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV only. Communication from the HR of the department regarding the submission of certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date. E-mailed applications may be submitted, subject to subsequent verification. Applications must be submitted to the address mentioned in the advertisement. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment, the logistics of which will be communicated by the department. Nominated candidates must attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification on appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. Applications from persons with disabilities are welcomed.

​MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
HEAD OF DEPARTMENT: DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, SMALL BUSINESS, TOURISM AND ECONOMIC AFFAIRS REF NO: HOD-DESTEA 
(5-year employment contract position) 
SALARY : R1 813 182 per annum (Level 15), all-inclusive remuneration package, Plus a 10% non-pensionable Head of Department allowance. The remuneration package consists of the basic salary, the Government’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion, which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion and which may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, homeowner’s allowance and medical aid assistance. This appointment is subject to the signing of an employment contract, not exceeding a term of five years, a security clearance of top secret, a competency assessment and an annual performance agreement. The successful candidate will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein (DESTEA) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : The candidate must be in possession of a post graduate qualification (NQF level 8) in Economics/Business Administration or any equivalent qualifications as recognized by SAQA as well as 10 years of experience at a senior managerial level. Potential applicants for posts in the Senior Management Service as well as existing SMS members who will progress to higher levels within the SMS are expected to successfully complete the compulsory pre-entry Certificate for entry into the SMS which took effect on 1 April 2020 (Full details can be sourced by following the link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Individual applicants are expected to pay for the course. The duration of the course is 120 hours). No applicant will be appointed in the absence of the certificate. 
 
DUTIES : Give strategic direction and monitor the effective and efficient functioning of the department in terms of PSA,1994 (as amended) and the PSR including effective utilization and training of staff, maintenance of discipline, promotion of sound labour relations and proper use and care of state property, effective HRM, and performance and development of officials, including: Internal Audit: Promote good governance; Corporate Services: Ensure availability of skilled, health and motivated workforce; Financial Management Services: Provide financial administration support; Risk Management: Provide enterprise risk management services; and Minimum Information Security Standard (MISS) and overall accountability for security at the Department. To function as the Accounting Officer of the Department in terms of Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations, including: Convene departmental budget meetings and provide strategic direction and oversight for the department; and Ensure that allocations are in line with objectives of different departmental programs set to provide services as required. In addition also perform the following administrative responsibilities, including: Ensure the effective implementation of Government Policies in the relevant areas of responsibility of the department mentioned and the Public Service as well as Provincial and National legislation relevant to the Portfolio; Provide the MEC with sufficient information and advice to enable a sound and informed decision; and Ensure development and implementation of a Strategic and Annual Performance Plan for the department in support of the implementation of the priorities and objectives of the department. Oversee the enhancement of economic development, small business growth, development and sustainability in the province and ensure- provision of economic development programmes and services; Provision of the integrated economic, trade and sector development services; Management and provision of business regulatory and consumer affairs services within the Province and Provide and oversight role for the Provincial State-Owned Entities. Overseeing the adequate planning, growth, development and transformation of the Provincial Tourism Industry, including: Strengthen strategic partnerships for Tourism Development; Ensure facilitation and promotion of tourism for transformation of the sector within the Province and manage the departmental resorts for the benefit of attracting wide range of tourists; and Ensure development, implementation and execution of the departmental tourism strategic marketing plans in order to attract potential customer and retain existing ones. Oversee the implementation of air quality, biodiversity, Climate change, Compliance, Environmental impact, Protected areas, Pollution control, and waste management, including: Ensure the regulations and management of all bio-diversity, protected areas and conservation matters in a manner that facilitates sustainable economic growth and development in the Province; and Ensure regulation, management and provision of environmental management services in the Province through facilitation of skills development, employment creation and infrastructure development. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr. M. Phera, Director General at 082 3315 188, E-mail: molefinyana.phera@fspremier.gov.za
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
HEAD OF DEPARTMENT: PROVINCIAL TREASURY REF NO: HOD-TREASURY 
(5-year employment contract position) 
SALARY : R1 813 182 per annum (Level 15), all-inclusive remuneration package, Plus a 10% non-pensionable Head of Department allowance. The remuneration package consists of the basic salary, the Government’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion, which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion, and which may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, homeowner’s allowance and medical aid assistance. This appointment is subject to the signing of an employment contract, not exceeding a term of five years, a security clearance of top secret, a competency assessment and an annual performance agreement. The successful candidate will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein (Treasury) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : The candidate must be in possession of a relevant postgraduate qualification (NQF level 8) as well as 10 years of relevant experience at a senior managerial level. Knowledge of PFMA, MFMA, Treasury Regulation, Public Service Act and Public Service Regulations. Potential applicants for posts in the Senior Management Service as well as existing SMS members who will progress to higher levels within the SMS are expected to successfully complete the compulsory pre-entry Certificate for entry into the SMS which took effect on 1 April 2020 (Full details can be sourced by following the link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Individual applicants are expected to pay for the course. The duration of the course is 120 hours). No applicant will be appointed in the absence of the certificate. 
 
DUTIES : Ensure sound financial management in the department and full compliance with Section 38, 39 and 40 of the Public Finance Management Act 1 of 1999, including: Convene MTEC bilateral meetings with Departments and provide strategic direction and oversight for provincial MTEF budget process; Ensure that MTEF allocations to provincial departments are in line with service delivery improvement, provincial growth initiatives and fiscal policy; Obtaining of approval for MTEF budget from Mincom Bud and Legislature; Tabling of provincial budget, Appropriation Bill and budget statements by due deadline; and Provide strategic financial direction to provincial infrastructure planning and delivery. Provision of strategic financial leadership in the province which includes budgeting, promoting and enforcing transparency and effective management in respect of revenue, expenditure, assets, liabilities in departments including entities thereby ensuring provincial resources are spent efficiently, effectively and economically, including: Review policy framework for new SCM policy initiatives in respect of cooperatives programmes, as well as BBBEE procurement targets for provincial departments; Allocate appropriate resources for programmes within MTEF budget Framework; Monitor implementation of provincial SCM plans in departments to ensure achievement of provincial procurement policy objectives; and Monitor performance against quarterly and annual targets. Ensure compliance with key legislative, regulatory and policy requirements applicable to the departments including Treasury and Municipalities, including: Provide strategic leadership to SGMs iro policy priorities in areas of financial and fiscal management; Convene regular meetings with SGMs to monitor progress; Report progress and policy implications to and Legislature on regular basis; Chair fora such as Economic Technical Cluster of Legislature, and coordinate provincial programme of action for cluster; and Lead Treasury delegations to national fora such as TCF. Overseeing monitoring compliance on the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA), 2003 of delegated municipalities and entities on municipal budgets and performance outcomes in line with sections 5(3) & 5(4) of the MFMA, 2003, including: To ensure the management and implementation of norms and standards (MFMA) services to municipalities in the Free State Province; To undertake and manage the monitoring function as required in terms of section 5 (3 & 4) of the MFMA; Create and sustain a culture of accountability within Free State Municipal Administration on Internal Audit and Risk Management; To manage and ensure that all municipalities in the Free State Province; Comply with the Municipal Finance Management Act and legislation; Ensure planning and management of municipal budget; and To assess and monitor the state of municipal finances and support, guide, advice compliance with best practice financial management in local government sphere and assist in drafting municipal financial recovery plans. Specific capacity building, inter-governmental relations and reporting. Give strategic direction to and monitor the effective and efficient functioning of the department in terms of Public Service Act, 1994 (as amended) and the PSR including effective utilization and training of staff, the maintenance of discipline, the promotion of sound labour relations and the proper use and care of State property, effective HRM, and performance and development of officials, including: Shared Internal Audit: Promote good governance; Corporate Management Services: Maintain a culture of high performance within the department; Provide Financial Management support services; Provide enterprise risk management services; and Minimum Information Security Standard (MISS) and overall accountability for security at the Department. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr. M. Phera, Director General at 082 3315 188, E-mail: molefinyana.phera@fspremier.gov.za

 
FREE STATE OFFICE OF THE PREMIER
 
Free State Department of the Premier is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Department through the filling of positions and candidates whose appointment/promotion/transfer will promote representivity; will receive preference. 
 
APPLICATIONS : Submitted to Thabo Tsotetsi or Leanne Terblanche, Room 7, Ground floor, O.R Tambo House, Bloemfontein or e-mail to recruitment@fspremier.gov.za.
 
CLOSING DATE : 17 October 2025 
 

​NOTE : Applications must be submitted using the newly implemented Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department or the DPSA website, under public service vacancy circulars and should be accompanied by a comprehensive CV only (with full particulars of the applicants’ training, qualifications, competencies, knowledge, duties & experience). All required information on the Z83 application form must be provided. Communication from the HR of the Department regarding the submission of certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applications that do not comply with the above-mentioned requirements will not be considered. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks/security clearance. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. Applicants are respectfully informed that if no response is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. The department reserves the right not to fill these positions. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference will be given to the EE Targets. No late or faxed applications will be considered.

​MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
DIRECTOR: PROVINCIAL COUNCIL ON AIDS REF NO: 10/2025 
SALARY : R1 266 714 per annum (Level 13), (an all-inclusive salary package). The remuneration package includes a basic salary, State’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion; and may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Appropriate NQF Level 7 qualification as recognised by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) preferable in Public health and/or related disciplines. 5 years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level. Experience in social science, HIV, TB and STI related issues. Relevant experience working with Non-Governmental Organisations (NGO’s) and Donor funded programmes. Experience in the monitoring and evaluation of policies/implementation strategies and the management of resources. Planning, organising analytical and problem solving skills. Potential applicants for posts in the Senior Management Service as well as existing SMS members who wish to progress to higher levels within the SMS are expected to successfully complete the compulsory pre-entry Certificate for entry into the SMS which took effect on 1 April 2020 (Full details can be sourced by following the link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Individual applicants are expected to pay for the course and the duration of the course is 120 hours). No applicant will be appointed in the absence of the certificate. 
 
DUTIES : Provision of professional administrative and secretariat services to Free State PCA, including: Manage and coordinate Provincial Council on AIDs meetings; Develop annual schedule for the PCA sittings in collaboration with Executive Council support services; Prepare documentation for the sittings of the PCA and distribute the packs to members electronically; Prepare manual packs for Civil Society members and the chairperson; Record the proceedings of all sittings of the PCA and related governance structures i.e. Programme Review committee, Resource Mobilisation, Private Sector Forum and Technical Task Teams (TTTs); Manage and supervise implementation and monitor the PCA and Technical Committee resolutions/Directives; Quality assure reports and memorandum to be presented to the PCA; Supervise logistical arrangements for the sittings of the PCA and PCA Technical Committees; Manage the annual schedule for all PCA Technical Committee sittings; Draft the Agenda for the sittings of All PCA Technical Committees; and Supervise distribution of electronic packs to all members of PCA. Manage and provide oversight on the implementation of the integrated multi-sectoral Provincial Implementation Plan for HIV, TB &STIs, including: Manage and supervise the development of an integrated multisectoral Provincial strategy (i.e. Provincial Implementation Plan); Coordinate provincial stakeholders involvement on the implementation of the Provincial Implementation Plan (PIP); Provide technical support, advice to and supervise the development of Districts and Local Municipality to develop their own multisectoral District Implementation Plans based on the approved PIP; Collaborate with developmental partners on matters related to HIV, TB and STIs programme; Provide technical support and advice on the commemoration of the provincial World AIDS Day and world TB day and any campaigns and/or project approved by the Provincial AIDS Council; and Supervise key provincial campaigns aligned to the PCA and SANAC mandates. Manage the establishment of HIV, TB, and STI’s related Programme Forums, monitor and oversee implementation of resolutions, including: Supervise the establishment of Resource Mobilisation Committee and sitting of meetings; Manage the establishment of Programme Review Committee and sitting of meetings; Manage the establishment of the provincial Private Sector Forum (PSF) in collaboration with the National PSF; Supervise and facilitate coordinated M&E and Programmes Technical working groups; and Provide Technical Support to Programmatic technical task teams aligned to the PIP. Monitor and evaluate the multi-sectoral response on HIV, TB and STI’s in the province, including: Facilitated the approval of the provincial strategy on HIV, STIs and TB every 5 years; Manage the development of the mid-term and end term evaluation review report of the approved HIV, STIs and TB strategy; Manage and supervise monitoring of the implementation of the HIV, STIs and TB strategy; Assess the Provincial spending on HIV, STIs and TB related issues by all key stakeholders contributing to the response; Manage the development of the Monitoring and Evaluate (M&E) plan and tools to monitor the provincial integrated multi-sectoral response on HIV, STIs and TB; and Supervise the development of annual progress reports based on the implementation of the PIP 2017-2022. Supervise multistakeholder coordination including social mobilization (i.e. door to door) of HIV and TB programmes and provide strategic support to the Free State Provincial AIDS Council and all its structures i.e. District & Local AIDS Councils, including: Supervise planning and monitoring of social mobilization interventions aligned to the PCA implementation strategy; Supervise and provide oversight on multi-sectoral interventions implemented in the district using structures of the DAC and civil society sectors; Strengthen knowledge and Advice FSPCA on the mandate of AIDS Councils (PCA, DAC & LAC); Manage relations with Donors, Partners and private sector contributing to the HIV, TB and STI response for improved coordination and implementation of interventions; Manage the development of the integrated multi-sectoral research agenda related aligned to the PIP; and Support the AIDS council conferences, summits, campaigns and events. Manage resources (Human, physical and financial) in accordance with relevant directives and legislations, including: Evaluate and monitor performance and appraisal of employees; Ensure capacity and development of staff; Enhance and maintain employee motivation and cultivate a culture of performance management; Monitor and report on the utilization of physical resources; Ensure budget spending is maximized in line with strategic objective; Coordinate expenditure; and Manage human resources in the unit and maintain discipline. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. M Silwana, email: mzwandile.silwana@fspremier.gov.za
 
NOTE : The successful candidate will be required to enter into a Performance Agreement within 3 months after assumption of duty and will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 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. The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools.

 
FREE STATE OFFICE OF THE PREMIER
 
Free State Department of the Premier is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Department through the filling of positions and candidates whose appointment/promotion/transfer will promote representivity; will receive preference. 
 
APPLICATIONS : Submit by hand to: Room 7, Ground floor, O.R Tambo House, Bloemfontein. Attention: Thabo Tsotetsi or Leanne Terblanche, or e-mail to recruitment@fspremier.gov.za. (Please include the reference number in the subject line) 
 
CLOSING DATE : 12 September 2025 @ 16:00 
 

NOTE : Applications must be submitted using the newly implemented Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department or the DPSA website, under public service vacancy circulars and should be accompanied by a comprehensive CV only (with full particulars of the applicants’ training, qualifications, competencies, knowledge, duties & experience). All required information on the Z83 application form must be provided. Communication from the HR of the Department regarding the submission of certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applications that do not comply with the above-mentioned requirements will not be considered. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks/security clearance. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. Applicants are respectfully informed that if no response is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. The department reserves the right not to fill these positions. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference will be given to the EE Targets. No late or faxed applications will be considered. 
 
 

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MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
CHIEF DIRECTOR: PROVINCIAL HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT REF NO: 01/2025 
SALARY : R1 494 900 per annum (Level 14), (an all-inclusive salary package). The remuneration package includes a basic salary, State’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion; and may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A NQF Level 7 qualification as recognised by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). 5 years appropriate experience at a senior managerial level. Potential applicants for posts in the Senior Management Service as well as existing SMS members who wish to progress to higher levels within the SMS are expected to successfully complete the compulsory pre-entry Certificate for entry into the SMS which took effect on 1 April 2020 (Full details can be sourced by following the link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Individual applicants are expected to pay for the course and the duration of the course is 120 hours). No applicant will be appointed in the absence of the certificate. Special knowledge of relevant frameworks applicable to Major Government Programmes that must be implemented. Special knowledge on the co-ordination and implementation of substantial programmes/projects. Strategic thinking, project management, financial management and organizing skills. 
 
DUTIES : Administer the Provincial Bursary function within the FSPG, including: Manage, coordinate, guide and support all local and international bursaries; and Manage and coordinate stakeholder management for full-time bursaries for the FSPG. Coordinate and monitor the implementation of provincial skills development programmes within the FSPG, including: Facilitate and coordinate the implementation of provincial skills development; Facilitate and coordinate the implementation of provincial sector skills development initiatives; Render effective and efficient administrative support services to the Provincial Skills Development Coordination component; and Render secretariat services for Human Resource Fora and Career Guidance. Administer proficient and professional training and development services for the FSPG, including: Manage generic and operational training for salary levels 1 to 12 within the FSPG; Manage SMS strategic management development programmes from salary level 13 and higher within the FSPG; Manage Impact Assessment and Training evaluation within the FSPG; Manage Public Service skills development coordination within the FSPG; and Manage logistical and administrative arrangements for the Free State Academy. Manage resources of the Chief Directorate, including: Provide strategic direction in terms of provincial HRD; Manage the budget as a Responsibility Manager; Manage human resources in line with applicable legislation and policy frameworks; and Manage equipment and assets in line with prescriptions and policy guidelines. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr. Molefinyana Phera, DDG: Corporate Administration and Coordination, molefinyana.phera@fspremier.gov.za
 
NOTE : The successful candidate will be required to enter into a Performance Agreement within 3 months after assumption of duty and will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 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. The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. 
 
 
 
 
 
CHIEF DIRECTOR: CORPORATE REFORM REF NO: 02/2025 
SALARY : R1 494 900 per annum (Level 14), (an all-inclusive salary package). The remuneration package includes a basic salary, State’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion; and may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A qualification at NQF level 7 as recognized by SAQA preferable in Public Administration. 5 years appropriate experience at a senior managerial level. Potential applicants for posts in the Senior Management Service as well as existing SMS members who wish to progress to higher levels within the SMS are expected to successfully complete the compulsory pre-entry Certificate for entry into the SMS which took effect on 1 April 2020 (Full details can be sourced by following the link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Individual applicants are expected to pay for the course and the duration of the course is 120 hours). No applicant will be appointed in the absence of the certificate. Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies applicable to transverse corporate reform issues. Knowledge of corporate reform issues in the public sector. Strategic thinking, Planning & Organising, Analytical and Problem solving skills. 
 
DUTIES : To co-ordinate Human Resource Matters within the FSPG; including: Strategically advise on human resource matters within the FSPG; Maintain well informed and coordinated Human Resource departments; Oversee the development of transverse Human Resource policies for the FSPG; Provide strategic direction on transverse labour relations issues to provincial departments; Provide strategic direction to all provincial departments with regard to Employee Programme and Occupational Health and Safety; Monitor and report on the implementation of transverse corporate policies/strategies; Oversee the outcome of research and analysis of information that will impact on the future policy direction of FSPG; and Liaise and benchmark with provincial, national and international stakeholders in order to obtain information on the latest developments. To manage Organizational Development & related services & support rendered to the FSPG, including: Ensure that job evaluation systems is facilitated and coordinated in the FSPG; Ensure that a Performance Development and Management System is facilitated and coordinated in the FSPG; Strategically oversee the development of transverse policies/strategies with regard to Organisational development directorate; Render business process improvement services to the FSPG; Monitor and report on the implementation of transverse corporate policies/strategies; Oversee the outcome of research and analysis of information that will impact on the future policy direction of FSPG; and Liaise and benchmark with provincial, national and international stakeholders in order to obtain information on the latest developments. To manage the implementation of Information Communication Technology with the FSPG, including: Ensure optimum utilization of ICT resources within the FSPG; Strategically oversee the development of transverse policies/strategies with regard to ICT; Ensure that ICT is continuously updated to international standards and is deployed in a uniform and organized manner; Monitor and report on the implementation of transverse corporate policies/strategies; Oversee the outcome of research and analysis of information that will impact on the future policy direction of FSPG; and Liaise and benchmark with provincial, national and international stakeholders in order to obtain information on the latest developments. The management of resources to ensure the effective and efficient attainment of objectives, including: Management of the budget of Corporate Reform; Management of all personnel within Corporate Reform; Facilitate changes of Job Descriptions within the unit; Manage and monitor the performance of personnel within the unit; Identify and facilitate training needs; and Give strategic direction & advice to personnel within the unit. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr. Molefinyana Phera, DDG: Corporate Administration and Coordination, molefinyana.phera@fspremier.gov.za
 
NOTE : The successful candidate will be required to enter into a Performance Agreement within 3 months after assumption of duty and will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 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. The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
CHIEF DIRECTOR: GOVERNMENT COMMUNICATION SERVICES REF NO: 03/2025 
SALARY : R1 494 900 per annum. (Level 14), (an all-inclusive salary package). The remuneration package includes a basic salary, State’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion; and may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A NQF Level 7 qualification as recognised by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) preferable in the Media/Communication field. 5 years appropriate experience at a senior managerial level in a similar environment. Extensive experience with regard to implementing turn-around strategies. Potential applicants for posts in the Senior Management Service as well as existing SMS members who wish to progress to higher levels within the SMS are expected to successfully complete the compulsory pre-entry Certificate for entry into the SMS which took effect on 1 April 2020 (Full details can be sourced by following the link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Individual applicants are expected to pay for the course and the duration of the course is 120 hours). No applicant will be appointed in the absence of the certificate. Special knowledge of relevant legislation and policies applicable to transverse corporate reform issues. Knowledge of corporate communication and media liaison issues in the Free State and South Africa. Strategic thinking, analytical and problem solving skills. 
 
DUTIES : Provide strategic direction regarding transverse Government communication issues to promote an environment conducive to the positive image of the Free State Provincial Government (FSPG), including: Develop and implement Provincial Government Communication strategy and ensure alignment with the 3 GNU Priorities, MTDP and FSGDP; Develop operational plans for all the business units, ensure alignment to the Provincial Communications Strategy; Continuous monitoring and evaluation of business units’ achievements against operational plans and strategic objectives; Report quarterly on Annual Performance Plans; Coordinate and manage the Provincial Communicator’s fora; Provide strategic interventions for corporate communications training needs of the province. Strategically oversee the development of transverse policies/strategies with regard to corporate communication and media liaison that will contribute to the positive image of the FSPG. Event and campaigns management and ensure successful project management and implementation to uphold image and reputation of the FSPG, including: Develop and implement policies governing communication management across various government departments and agencies; Manage the procurement of media monitoring and analysis tool for the FSPG and ensure daily, weekly and monthly media monitoring analysis reports are submitted to departments, executive authority (EXCO) and forum of heads of departments (FOHOD); Develop and manage implementation of media strategies and plans; Manage effective participation of Provincial MLOs and HoCs in the weekly media rapid response platforms coordinated by GCIS Head Office, to ensure prompt crisis media communication response; Develop strategic and solid media relationships, Nationally, Provincially and Locally, and intentionally building media networking sessions with all media houses; Manage the production and distribution of all publications; Monitor and manage relevant transversal accounts for advertising, events and media marketing service providers and measure performance against the agreed upon SLAs; and Manage the coordination and development of project plans for all events and marketing campaigns programmes. Provide Strategic direction in the development of the Provincial Digital Content Footprint, Digital Hub for all created content across social media platforms. Manage Website look & feel, content upload and updates. Develop footage archiving and stock piling plan for all produced video and photographic content. Develop Branding and Marketing strategy. Establish standards operating procedures and guidelines for all government communications to ensure consistency in messaging, branding, graphic designs and digital footprint of the FSPG. Manage the conceptualization and execution of Provincial social media strategy and implementation plan across all social media platforms of the Provincial Government. Manage the establishment of social media influencer databases and oversee accurate deployment to enhance government social media messaging across all social media platforms. Manage the development and production of all brand marketing collateral and oversee safe upkeep of all branding material. Manage the development of a digital content hub of all produced footage and stockpiles (videography and photography). Manage the FSPG website, content uploads, look & feel and its functionality as part of the province’s external corporate communications tool. Attend Provincial and National Fora regarding transverse corporate communications and media networking, to enhance our strategies/policies for effective communication and report on progress. Liaise with provincial, national and international stakeholders in order to obtain information on the latest developments with regard to corporate communication and media liaison. Participate in all Provincial strategic fora i.e, EXCO, PCF, FOHOD, SMS group, PCF (Provincial Communicators Forum) LGCF (Local Government Communicators Forum). Identify strategic partnerships and pursue collaborations with public and private sector stakeholders to enhance government programmes. Participate in offered training programmes for corporate comms, media relations, digital and brand marketing, to keep abreast with developments in the sector. Advocate for public policies and government initiatives by engaging with stakeholders, influencers, and opinion leaders. Manage the government’s image and reputation through proactive public relations efforts, including community outreach and events. Design and execute public information campaigns to raise awareness about government policies, programs, and services. Budget & Financial Management, including: Develop and manage budget of the unit by ensuring financial efficiency and compliance; Ensure that budget is costed to support the implementation of the communication strategy; Maximize revenue and reduce expenditure through effective cost containment measures; Monitor financial control, spending patterns through monthly reports and ensure compliance of procurement processes with all applicable legislation i.e. PFMA, BBBEE; and Ensure audit compliance and attend to audit queries. Overall management of the Component to ensure the effective and efficient utilization of resources including the management of the performance of the personnel falling under this component; Provide strategic direction and management of all personnel in Government Communication Service; Facilitate changes of Job Descriptions within the unit; Manage and monitor the performance of personnel within the unit; Conduct skills audits and identify and facilitate training needs for development; Drive implementation of talent acquisition, succession planning and retention of skilled personnel; Create a high-performance culture, ethical and professional conduct within the unit; Ensure the working environment contributes to improving employee engagement, recognition and increased productivity; and Ensure the management of poor performance and disciplinary matters in line with public service regulations and applicable prescripts. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr. Molefinyana Phera, DDG: Corporate Administration and Coordination, molefinyana.phera@fspremier.gov.za.
 
NOTE : The successful candidate will be required to enter into a Performance Agreement within 3 months after assumption of duty and will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 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. The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools.

​CHIEF DIRECTOR: PROVINCIAL INTERVENTION REF NO: 04/2025 
SALARY : R1 494 900 per annum (Level 14), (an all-inclusive salary package). The remuneration package includes a basic salary, State’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion; and may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A NQF Level 7 qualification as recognised by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) in the Social Science field. 5 years appropriate experience at a senior managerial level in a similar environment. Extensive experience in developing & implementing turn-around strategies. Experience in budgeting and financial management. Potential applicants for posts in the Senior Management Service as well as existing SMS members who wish to progress to higher levels within the SMS are expected to successfully complete the compulsory pre-entry Certificate for entry into the SMS which took effect on 1 April 2020 (Full details can be sourced by following the link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Individual applicants are expected to pay for the course and the duration of the course is 120 hours). No applicant will be appointed in the absence of the certificate. Special knowledge of relevant legislation and policies applicable to transverse corporate reform issues. Strategic thinking, analytical and problem solving skills. 
 
DUTIES : Manage Premier’s Intervention Services, including: Ensure the rendering of Community Contact Services; Ensure research and technical support services in terms of interventions; Manage Provincial Intervention Services; and Manage Local Intervention Services. Manage Premier’s Public and Community Contact Centre, including: Coordinate and render the Presidents Hot Line services in the FSPG; and Coordinate and render Provincial Contact Centre Service in the FSPG. Manage CDW Coordination and Thusong Services within the FSPG, including: Manage CDW Services within the FSPG; and Manage Thusong Service Centres within the FSPG. The management of resources to ensure the effective and efficient attainment of objectives, including: Management of the budget of the component as Sub Programme Manager; Management of all personnel within the component; Co-ordination of the development of Job Descriptions within the component; Co-ordination of the evaluation of performance of personnel within the component; Facilitate training interventions; and Provide strategic direction & advice to officials within the component. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. N. Tyali, Acting DDG: Provincial Monitoring and Evaluation at 072 408 7322 
 
NOTE : The successful candidate will be required to enter into a Performance Agreement within 3 months after assumption of duty and will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 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. The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
DIRECTOR: ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT REF NO: 05/2025 
SALARY : R1 266 714 per annum (Level 13), (an all-inclusive salary package). The remuneration package includes a basic salary, State’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion; and may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A NQF Level 7 qualification as recognised by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Training in Job Evaluation & Performance Management. 5 years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level in an Organisational Development environment. Potential applicants for posts in the Senior Management Service as well as existing SMS members who wish to progress to higher levels within the SMS are expected to successfully complete the compulsory pre-entry Certificate for entry into the SMS which took effect on 1 April 2020 (Full details can be sourced by following the link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Individual applicants are expected to pay for the course and the duration of the course is 120 hours). No applicant will be appointed in the absence of the certificate. Knowledge of Public Service Act & Regulations, Policy analysis & development, Job Analysis and Job Evaluation principles. Knowledge of Organisational and Structural Design and Performance Management principles. Strategic Thinking, Inter-personal, Facilitation training & presentation skills. 
 
DUTIES : The effective & efficient management of the Job Evaluation System for the public service in the Free State, including: Determine the strategic direction on job evaluation matters for the public service in the Free State; Advise Provincial Departments on job evaluation implementation including the interpretation thereof (including FOHOD, G & A Cluster & EXCO); Advise the Provincial Job Evaluation Panel on job evaluation matters; Manage job evaluation data base (the Equate System); Co-ordinate training initiatives on job evaluation; Co-ordinate Job Evaluation Quality Assurance forum; Co-ordinate the compilation of the annual job evaluation report for the FSPG; Co-ordinate and part-take in Inter-Provincial Job Evaluation forums; and Co-ordinate research on job evaluation and job evaluation systems. The management of Performance and Development System towards improved service delivery & productivity within the Free State Provincial Government, including: Determine the strategic direction on performance management matters within the Free State Provincial Government; Advise on the management of performance and the implementation of relevant systems (including FOHOD, G & A Cluster & EXCO); Co-ordinate research on Performance and Development and Performance Management Systems; Co-ordinate Inter-Departmental Task Team meetings; and Co-ordinate reporting mechanisms on performance management (to EXCO, DPSA and PS Commission). The effective management of Business Process Improvement for the Public Service in the Free State, including: Give strategic Direction on business process improvement, productivity enhancement and transformation for the public service in the Free State; Manage the data bases of the approved organisational and establishment structures for all Provincial Departments within the FSPG; Assist Provincial Departments regarding consultation with the MPSA on organisational & establishment matters; Co-ordinate research and benchmarks on business process improvement practices; Co-ordinate investigations on business process improvement matters within FSPG Provincial Departments; and Facilitation of the development of organisational structure design and other change & transformational matters within FSPG Provincial Departments. The effective management of Customer Care and Service Delivery Improvement Strategy for the Public Service in the Free State, including: Give strategic direction on Service Delivery Improvement Planning, Batho Pele and Customer Care initiatives; Advice on the implementation of Service Delivery Improvement Planning, Batho Pele and Customer Care initiatives; Co-ordinate Inter-Departmental Task Team meetings; and Co-ordinate reporting mechanisms on Service Delivery Improvement Planning, Batho Pele and Customer Care initiatives. (to EXCO, DPSA and DPME). Facilitate and coordinate the implementation of knowledge management within the Free State Provincial Government, including: Implement knowledge management within the Office of the Premier; and Facilitate and coordinate knowledge management within the Free State Provincial Government. The management of resources to ensure that the overall objectives of the Organisational Development Directorate are achieved, including: Management of the budget of the Organisational Development Directorate; Management of all staff within the Organisational Development Directorate; Co-ordination of the development of Job Descriptions within the unit; Co-ordination of the management of performance of staff within the unit; Facilitation of training interventions for staff; and Give strategic direction and advice to staff within the unit. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr. Molefinyana Phera, DDG: Corporate Administration and Coordination, molefinyana.phera@fspremier.gov.za
 
NOTE : The successful candidate will be required to enter into a Performance Agreement within 3 months after assumption of duty and will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 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. The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
DIRECTOR: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY REF NO: 06/2025 
SALARY : R1 266 714 per annum. (Level 13), (an all-inclusive salary package). The remuneration package includes a basic salary, State’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion; and may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, homeowner’s allowance and medical aid assistance. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A NQF Level 7 qualification as recognised by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) in Information Technology and Information Management. 5 years appropriate experience at a middle/senior managerial level. Potential applicants for posts in the Senior Management Service as well as existing SMS members who wish to progress to higher levels within the SMS are expected to successfully complete the compulsory pre-entry Certificate for entry into the SMS which took effect on 1 April 2020 (Full details can be sourced by following the link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Individual applicants are expected to pay for the course and the duration of the course is 120 hours). No applicant will be appointed in the absence of the certificate. Knowledge of Public Service Legislation, ICT Policy and Strategies, ICT Tenders and ICT Acquisition and Deployment. Knowledge of Business Agreements and Service Level Agreements. ICT Research, formal presentation, organizing and negotiation skills. 
 
DUTIES : To ensure that Information Communication Technology (ICT) is deployed in a uniform and organised manner within the national policy framework, including: Oversee the establishment of an information plan, information technology plan and operational plans to give effect to the strategic direction and management plans of provincial departments; Align the FSPG's information management (information management systems included) and information technology (as enabler) strategy with the strategic direction, management plans and the business processes of the Province, with due consideration of the strategic direction of the Government; Develop departmental supporting information management and information technology enabler policies and strategies, regulations, standards, norms, guidelines, best practices and procedures, derived from the national information management and information technology policy and strategy, standards and norms developed by the GITO Council and DPSA, but focused on the specific requirements of the department; Facilitate the implementation of and adherence to the policies and strategies as contained in the different plans, policies, etc.; Manage the SITA relationship: This entails control of the Business Agreement (BA) and Service Level Agreements (SLA’s) with SITA and/or other suppliers of information management and information technology goods and services. Represent the relevant department at the GITO Council, including: Participate as a member on the National Government Information Technology Officer’s Council (GITOC). To ensure the optimum utilisation of ICT resources within the Office of the Premier, including: Promote effective management of information and information technology as enabler as a strategic resource; Create an enabling environment for other managers to perform their functions more effectively and efficiently; Close communication as part of the top management team of the department with the top echelon of the department to promote the utilisation of information; Raising the level of awareness of top management to the potential of the delivery of information services through enabling technologies; Change the culture of the department to embrace an enterprise-wide information management and information technology approach. This requires the visible, strong and continuous support of senior managers; and take a leadership role in knowledge management. To provide support to other provincial departments, including: Apply an enterprise wide approach to the use of information management, (information technology systems and infrastructure included) in supporting the business units and business processes, bridging diverse systems to establish a client-focused service strategy, eliminating unnecessary duplication, increase overall co-ordination and control, and rapidly introduce new systems and technology to improve service delivery; Development information and technology systems infrastructure architecture and conduct investigations into the maintenance of existing technologies, availability, needs and demand of new technologies. Rationalise unnecessary duplication and redundancy of information and technologies in the department. Where feasible, promote common solutions for common requirements across the department; and promote the utilisation of technology as a key enabler for the future in delivering information and services and promote its use in the re-engineering/transformation of government service delivery. To manage resources to ensure that the objectives of the component are achieved, including: Management of staff within the component; The development and updating of Job Descriptions for reporting staff; The performance management of staff within the component; Facilitation of training interventions; and Give direction, guidance and advice to staff within the component. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr. Molefinyana Phera, DDG: Corporate Administration and Coordination, molefinyana.phera@fspremier.gov.za
 
NOTE : The successful candidate will be required to enter into a Performance Agreement within 3 months after assumption of duty and will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 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. The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools.

​DIRECTOR: SPECIAL PROGRAMMES REF NO: 07 /2025 
SALARY : R1 266 714 per annum (Level 13), (an all-inclusive salary package). The remuneration package includes a basic salary, State’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion; and may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A NQF Level 7 qualification as recognised by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). 5 years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level in a similar environment. Relevant experience in developing & implementing turn-around strategies. Potential applicants for posts in the Senior Management Service as well as existing SMS members who wish to progress to higher levels within the SMS are expected to successfully complete the compulsory pre-entry Certificate for entry into the SMS which took effect on 1 April 2020 (Full details can be sourced by following the link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Individual applicants are expected to pay for the course and the duration of the course is 120 hours). No applicant will be appointed in the absence of the certificate. Relevant experience in Budgeting, Financial Management and in Project Management. Knowledge of legislation & policies applicable to special programmes. Coordination, monitoring & evaluation mechanisms systems and processes. Strategic thinking, inter-personal and organising and planning skills. 
 
DUTIES : Develop and monitor various transverse policies/strategies with regard to special programme, including: Establish and maintain a database of international, national and provincial policies/strategies with regard to special programmes; Analyse and update provincial policies/strategies; Identify the need for new policies/strategies; Facilitate the development of new provincial policies/strategies; Facilitate the establishment of the necessary institutional machinery at Local Government level to deal with special programmes; Do presentations to decision making structures within the department of the Premier and the FSPG with regard to the proposed policies/strategies; Monitor and report on the implementation of the Provincial Policies/Strategies; Assist departments with the development of departmental policies/strategies; Align all provincial policies/strategies with national priorities; Align all provincial policies/strategies with the Free State Growth and Development Strategy; Set up appropriate structures to enhance monitoring; and Design frameworks/indicators on special programmes to use as monitoring tools. Manage special projects with regard to special programmes as identified by the Premier, including: Organize and/or co-ordinate activities for commemoration of special days and events applicable to special programmes or assigned to Special Programmes by the Premier. Implement Special Programmes in the Office of the Premier, including: Customize provincial special programmes policies for the Office of the Premier; and Monitor the implementation of special programme policies in the Office of the Premier. The management of resources to ensure the effective and efficient attainment of objectives, including: Management of the budget of the Special Programmes Directorate; Management of all personnel within the Special Programmes Directorate; d Co-ordination of the development of Job descriptions within the Directorate; Co-ordination of the evaluation of performance of personnel within the Directorate; Facilitation of training intervention; and Give strategic direction & advice to personnel within the unit. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr. MP Mokalobe, Deputy Director General: Provincial Policy Planning and Coordination at 079 882 0300 
 
NOTE : The successful candidate will be required to enter into a Performance Agreement within 3 months after assumption of duty and will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 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. The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
DIRECTOR: PUBLIC & COMMUNITY LIASON CENTRE REF NO: 08/2025 
SALARY : R1 266 714 per annum (Level 13), (an all-inclusive salary package). The remuneration package includes a basic salary, State’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion; and may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A NQF Level 7 qualification as recognised by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) in the Social Science field. 5 years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level in a similar environment. Relevant experience in developing & implementing turn-around strategies. Potential applicants for posts in the Senior Management Service as well as existing SMS members who wish to progress to higher levels within the SMS are expected to successfully complete the compulsory pre-entry Certificate for entry into the SMS which took effect on 1 April 2020 (Full details can be sourced by following the link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Individual applicants are expected to pay for the course and the duration of the course is 120 hours). No applicant will be appointed in the absence of the certificate. Knowledge of legislation & policies applicable to Community Liaison services. Knowledge of policy analysis & development, coordination, monitoring & evaluation mechanisms, systems and processes. Strategic Thinking, Interpersonal, Organising and Planning and problem-solving skills. 
 
DUTIES : Strategic Management of Direct Liaison Services; including: Ensure the prevention or ending of social conflict in terms of service delivery issues: Develop and implement proactive strategies for identifying and mitigating potential service delivery flashpoints; Establish robust early warning systems for emerging community grievances related to service delivery; Lead and direct rapid response interventions to address and de-escalate social conflicts arising from service delivery challenges; and Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with community leaders, civil society organizations, and relevant government departments to facilitate conflict resolution. Promote a healthy relationship between the community and the FSPG: Design and oversee the implementation of communication strategies that foster transparency, trust, and mutual understanding between the FSPG and its citizens; Initiate and manage community outreach programs to gather feedback, disseminate information, and build goodwill; Champion citizen participation initiatives to empower communities in shaping service delivery solutions; and Monitor and evaluate public perception of the FSPG, implementing corrective measures where necessary to enhance positive relationships. Support the Moral Regeneration Movement of the FSPG: Integrate the principles of the Moral Regeneration Movement into all direct liaison activities and community engagement strategies; Lead initiatives that promote ethical conduct, accountability, and good governance within the context of service delivery; and Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to amplify messages of moral regeneration and their practical application in community interactions. Ensure counselling services are rendered as identified: Establish protocols and partnerships for the provision of appropriate counselling services to individuals or communities affected by service delivery challenges; Oversee the identification of specific needs for counselling interventions and ensure timely and sensitive referrals; and Monitor the effectiveness of counselling services and adapt approaches as required to meet community needs. Strategic Management of the Provincial Call Centre (Including Presidential and Premier's Hotlines), including: Coordinate the complaints of the President’s Hotline with relevant stakeholders: Develop and implement efficient systems for the rapid reception, categorization, and routing of complaints received via the President's Hotline; Establish and maintain high-level liaison with national government departments and provincial departments and municipalities to ensure timely and effective resolution of complaints; Ensure rigorous tracking and monitoring of all Presidential Hotline complaints through to their resolution; and Prepare comprehensive analytical reports on trends and patterns identified from Presidential Hotline complaints for strategic decision-making at the highest levels. Coordinate the complaints of the Premier’s Hotline with relevant stakeholders: Oversee the seamless operation of the Premier's Hotline, ensuring prompt and accurate capture of all complaints; Build and maintain strong collaborative relationships with all Free State Provincial Government departments and entities to facilitate efficient complaint resolution; Implement robust follow-up mechanisms to ensure that complaints are addressed within stipulated timeframes and to the satisfaction of the complainant; and Conduct regular quality assurance checks on the handling and resolution of Premier's Hotline complaints. Report on progress and tendencies in respect of the complaints received: Develop and present comprehensive, data-driven reports on the volume, nature, progress, and resolution of complaints from both hotlines to senior management and relevant executive authorities; Identify recurring service delivery issues and systemic challenges highlighted by the complaints data; Provide strategic recommendations to relevant departments and the FSPG leadership to address identified tendencies and improve service delivery; and Utilize data analytics to forecast potential service delivery pressure points and inform proactive interventions. Strategic Management of Thusong Service Centres (hubs) and Integrated Mobile Services ( National departments, Provincial departments and Municipalities), including: Increase access to government services through the strategic oversight of Thusong Service Centres: Provide strategic leadership for the effective operation and expansion of Thusong Service Centres across the province; Ensure that Thusong Service Centres are optimally resourced and equipped to provide a comprehensive range of government services to communities; Foster strong inter-departmental collaboration to maximize the service offerings and impact of Thusong Centres; and Monitor and evaluate the accessibility, efficiency, and effectiveness of services rendered at Thusong Centres, implementing improvements as necessary. Strategic Management of Community Workers Development Programme, including: Coordinate government service delivery to the communities through the effective deployment of Community Development Workers: Provide strategic direction and oversight to the network of Community Development Workers (CDWs) across the province; Ensure that CDWs are adequately trained, equipped, and supported to effectively bridge the gap between communities and government services; Develop clear mandates and performance indicators for CDWs, aligning their activities with broader community development objectives; Facilitate seamless collaboration between CDWs and relevant government departments to ensure coordinated and responsive service delivery; and Monitor and evaluate the impact and effectiveness of CDW interventions, identifying best practices and areas for improvement. Determine the needs of the communities with regards to government services: Develop and implement robust methodologies for conducting comprehensive community needs assessments, utilizing both qualitative and quantitative approaches; Oversee the collection, analysis, and interpretation of data on community needs and priorities related to government services; and Engage directly with communities through various platforms (e.g., public meetings, focus groups, surveys) to accurately ascertain their service delivery requirements. Strategic Resource Management and Organisational Leadership, including: Management of the budget of the component.: Develop, manage, and monitor the annual budget for the Public and Community Liaison Centre, ensuring fiscal prudence and alignment with strategic objectives; Implement robust financial controls and reporting mechanisms to ensure accountability and transparency in expenditure; and Identify opportunities for resource optimization and secure additional funding where necessary to enhance service delivery capabilities. Management of all personnel within the component: Provide visionary leadership and effective management to all staff within the Public and Community Liaison Centre; Foster a high-performance culture, promoting teamwork, innovation, and continuous professional development.; Oversee talent acquisition, retention, and succession planning within the component.; and Ensure compliance with all human resource policies and labour relations frameworks. Co-ordination of the development of Job Descriptions within the component. Lead and guide the development and regular review of comprehensive and accurate job descriptions for all positions within the Centre, ensuring alignment with organizational goals; Co-ordination of the evaluation of performance of personnel within the component; Establish and implement a robust performance management system for all staff, setting clear objectives, providing regular feedback, and conducting fair and objective performance appraisals; and Identify training and development needs based on performance evaluations and facilitate appropriate interventions. Facilitate training interventions: Identify critical skills gaps within the component and develop targeted training programs to enhance the capabilities of staff, particularly in areas of conflict resolution, data analysis, and community engagement; and Promote continuous learning and professional development opportunities for all personnel. Provide strategic direction & advice to officials within the component: Offer expert guidance, mentorship, and strategic advice to all officials within the Public and Community Liaison Centre, empowering them to excel in their roles; and Act as a key resource and escalation point for complex issues, providing decisive leadership and solutions. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. N. Tyali, Acting DDG: Provincial Monitoring and Evaluation at 072 408 7322 
 
NOTE : The successful candidate will be required to enter into a Performance Agreement within 3 months after assumption of duty and will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 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. The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. 
 
 
 
 
 
DIRECTOR: DELIVERY INTERVENTION REF NO: 09/2025 
SALARY : R1 266 714 per annum (Level 13), (an all-inclusive salary package). The remuneration package includes a basic salary, State’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion; and may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A NQF Level 7 qualification as recognised by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) in Public Management, Business Management or Project Management. A postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage. 5 years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level with strong preference for experience within a government or public sector environment. Extensive experience in project management methodologies, extensive experience in stakeholder engagement and a proven track record in successful service delivery initiatives. Potential applicants for posts in the Senior Management Service as well as existing SMS members who wish to progress to higher levels within the SMS are expected to successfully complete the compulsory pre-entry Certificate for entry into the SMS which took effect on 1 April 2020 (Full details can be sourced by following the link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Individual applicants are expected to pay for the course and the duration of the course is 120 hours). No applicant will be appointed in the absence of the certificate. Knowledge of relevant frameworks applicable to Major Government Programmes. Knowledge on the co-ordination and implementation of substantial programmes/projects. High level strategic thinking, project planning, analytical and problem solving skills. 
 
DUTIES : Strategic Oversight and Management of Premier's Special Service Delivery Operations, including: Develop and execute comprehensive strategies for the effective coordination and execution of special service delivery operations initiated by the Premier across the entirety of the Free State Province; Conduct rigorous evaluations and provide insightful reports on the tangible impact of the Premier's special service delivery operations within the province, highlighting successes and areas for improvement; Represent the FSPG at both provincial and national forums concerning special service delivery operations, actively contributing to strategic development and providing transparent reports on implementation progress to key stakeholders; Facilitate the prompt and effective implementation of injunctions related to the Premier's special service delivery operations by ensuring seamless referral to the appropriate provincial departments; and Maintain continuous oversight and provide regular, detailed reports on the implementation progress of all injunctions stemming from the Premier's special service delivery operations. The rendering of stakeholder engagement and support services within the FSPG, including: Cultivate and sustain robust relationships with a diverse range of provincial and national stakeholders to forge strategic partnerships that facilitate successful project implementation; Orchestrate and facilitate service delivery task team meetings within various municipalities, fostering a collaborative environment to proactively address and resolve localized challenges; Proactively identify and resolve challenges that may arise between service providers and government entities, ensuring smooth and efficient service delivery; and Establish and maintain clear, effective communication channels between service providers and the FSPG, promoting seamless collaboration and mutual understanding. The coordination of technical and professional services within the FSPG, including: Implement targeted strategies to enhance capacity within distressed projects, meticulously identifying critical areas requiring intervention and improvement; Coordinate the provision of essential technical and professional services across the FSPG to effectively address and mitigate challenges encountered in distressed projects; and Monitor and report on the quality, efficacy, and impact of technical and professional support rendered to distressed projects, ensuring continuous improvement and optimal outcomes. Resource Management and Team Leadership, including: Exercise astute financial stewardship by efficiently managing the allocated budget for the component, ensuring fiscal responsibility and maximizing resource utilization; Provide comprehensive oversight and management of all personnel within the component, fostering a highly productive, collaborative, and high-performing work environment; Lead the coordination of the development and regular review of comprehensive Job Descriptions for all roles within the component, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and evolving needs; Coordinate and facilitate robust personnel performance evaluations, ensuring alignment with individual and organizational objectives, and promoting continuous professional development; Identify critical skill gaps and facilitate relevant training interventions to enhance the capabilities and professional growth of the team; and Offer strategic direction and expert guidance to officials within the component, empowering them to achieve successful project delivery and contribute to broader provincial goals. Strategic Oversight and Management of Premier's Special Service Delivery Operations, including: Develop and execute comprehensive strategies for the effective coordination and execution of special service delivery operations initiated by the Premier across the entirety of the Free State Province; Conduct rigorous evaluations and provide insightful reports on the tangible impact of the Premier's special service delivery operations within the province, highlighting successes and areas for improvement; Represent the FSPG at both provincial and national forums concerning special service delivery operations, actively contributing to strategic development and providing transparent reports on implementation progress to key stakeholders.; Facilitate the prompt and effective implementation of injunctions related to the Premier's special service delivery operations by ensuring seamless referral to the appropriate provincial departments; and Maintain continuous oversight and provide regular, detailed reports on the implementation progress of all injunctions stemming from the Premier's special service delivery operations. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. N. Tyali, Acting DDG: Provincial Monitoring and Evaluation at 072 408 7322 
 
NOTE : The successful candidate will be required to enter into a Performance Agreement within 3 months after assumption of duty and will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 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. The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools.

 
FREE STATE OFFICE OF THE PREMIER
 
Free State Provincial Government is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representativity (race, gender and disability) in the province through the filling of these posts and candidates whose appointment/promotion/transfer will promote representativity will receive preference. 
 

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DIRECTOR-GENERAL: FREE STATE PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT REF NO: DG 
(5 year employment contract position) 
SALARY : R2 259 984 per annum (Level 16), all-inclusive remuneration package plus a 10% non-pensionable Head of Department allowance. The remuneration package consists of the basic salary, the Government’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion, which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion and which may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance. This appointment is subject to the signing of an employment contract, not exceeding a term of five years, a security clearance of top secret, a competency assessment and an annual performance agreement. The successful candidate will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 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. Nominated candidates must attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. 
CENTRE Bloemfontein (Free State Office of the Premier) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : The candidate must be in possession of a post graduate qualification (NQF level 8) as recognized by SAQA as well as 10 years of experience at a senior management level. Potential applicants for posts in the Senior Management Service as well as existing SMS members who will progress to higher levels within the SMS are expected to successfully complete the compulsory pre-entry Certificate for entry into the SMS which took effect on 1 April 2020 (Full details can be sourced by following the link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Individual applicants are expected to pay for the course. The duration of the course is 120 hours). SMS Pre-entry certificate should be submitted prior to appointment. The candidate must have knowledge of the following: Knowledge of the latest advances in public management theory and practice; Advanced knowledge of modern systems of governance and administration; Knowledge of the policies of the government of the day; Knowledge of global, regional and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Free State; Knowledge of global, regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Free State; Knowledge of Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector; Knowledge of intergovernmental and international relations; and Knowledge of communications, media management, public relations, public participation and public education. The candidate must be in possession of the following skills: In-house advisory and consulting skills; String conceptual, interpretative and formulation skills; Strong leadership skills with specific reference to the ability to display thorough leadership in context; Team-building and strong interpersonal skills; Excellent communication skills; Outstanding planning, organizing and people management skills; Ability to multi-task, deal with ambiguity and manage under rapidly changing and pressurized circumstances; Persuading and influencing skills; Conflict management skills; and Leadership skills. 
 
DUTIES : Strategic management, guidance and advice in respect of the rendering of efficient and cost effective, transparent and responsive public administration, including: Professionally support the executive (Premier and Cabinet) in respect of high-level policies, strategies and provincial strategic stakeholder engagement; Ensure that the provincial executive’s policy development, strategic planning, programme and project implementation initiatives are informed by appropriate and reliable strategic management information; Provide executive governance support services; and Responsible for intergovernmental relations, intra-government co-operation and the co-ordination of actions and legislation of departments. Provide strategic management for the Free State Province, including: Functions of, and organizational arrangements in the public service; Employment and other personnel practices, including the promotion of broad representativity and human resources management and training in the public service; The salaries and other conditions of service of officers and employees; Labour relations in the public service; Information management and information technology in the public service; Public service transformation and reform; and Report to the Premier on a regular basis on the activities of the Department and on matters of substantial importance to the Administration. Provide People Management services to the Department, including: Participate in the recruitment of employees in the numbers and grades of appropriate to ensure the achievement of the Department’s Strategic Plan; Motivate, train and guide employees within the Department to achieve and maintain excellence in service delivery; Actively manage the performance, evaluation and rewarding of employees within the Department; Monitor information capacity building within the Department; Ensure involvement in the compilation of a workforce plan for the Department; Promote sound labour relations within the Department; and Actively manage and promote the maintenance of discipline within the Department. Provide financial management services to the Department, including: Manage participation in the budgeting process at Departmental level and at branch level; Ensure the preparation of the Annual and Adjustment Budgets for the Department; Assume direct accountability for the efficient, economic and effective control and management of the Department’s budget and expenditure; Assume direct accountability for ensuring that the correct tender and procurement procedures are adhered to in respect of purchases for the Department; Report to the Premier and relevant oversight role players/committees on all aspects of the Department’s finances; Diligently perform all duties assigned to the post of Director-General; Assume overall accountability for the management, maintenance and safekeeping of the departmental assets; and Ensure that full and proper records of the financial affairs of the Department are kept in accordance with any prescribed norms and standards. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. Limakatso Nqoko, Acting Chief Director: Corporate Reform, Office of the Premier, E-mail: limakatso.nqoko@fspremier.gov.za, at 063 688 6685 
APPLICATIONS : Mr. M. Silwana, Office Manager: Office of the Director General, Office of the Premier, Attention: Ms. Matshidiso Modisapudi, Room 446, OR Tambo House, St Andrew Street, Bloemfontein, 9301. E-mail: matshidiso.modisapudi@fspremier.gov.za.
 
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department. The Z83 form must be completed in full and signed by the applicant. All applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV only. Communication from the HR of the department regarding the submission of certifies copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date. E-mailed applications may be submitted, subject to subsequent verification. Applications must be submitted to the address mentioned in the advertisement. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification on appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. Applications from persons with disabilities are welcomed. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 22 April 2025 at 16:00 
 
 
 
 
 
 
HEAD OF DEPARTMENT: DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT REF NO: HOD: AGRIC 
5-year employment contract position 
SALARY : R1 741 770 per annum (Level 15), all-inclusive remuneration package plus a 10% non-pensionable Head of Department allowance. The remuneration package consists of the basic salary, the Government’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion, which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion and which may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance. This appointment is subject to the signing of an employment contract, not exceeding a term of five years, a security clearance of top secret, a competency assessment and an annual performance agreement. The successful candidate will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 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. Nominated candidates must attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. 
CENTRE : Glen (Department of Agriculture and Rural Development) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : The candidate must be in possession of an appropriate NQF level 8 as recognized by SAQA in Agriculture, Science, Economics, Business Management or Public Management as well as 10 years Senior Management experience. Valid driver’s license (Code 8). Knowledge: Extensive knowledge and understanding of public service policies and procedures. Knowledge of the functioning of Provincial/National Government. Skills: Basic Knowledge of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Competency in the principles of Corporate Governance. Professional leadership abilities. Strategic, Financial and people Management Skills. Transformation and Change management skills. Highest standard of ethical and moral conduct. Potential applicants for posts in the Senior Management Service as well as existing SMS members who will progress to higher levels within the SMS are expected to successfully complete the compulsory pre-entry Certificate for entry into the SMS which took effect on 1 April 2020 (Full details can be sourced by following the link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Individual applicants are expected to pay for the course. The duration of the course is 120 hours). SMS Pre-entry certificate should be submitted prior to appointment.
 
DUTIES : To perform all functions and the responsibilities attached to the post as Head of Department in terms of the Public Service Act and the Regulations issued in terms thereof which inter alia include the: Efficient and effective management and administration of the department; Effective utilization and training of staff; Maintenance of discipline; Promotion of sound labour relations; Proper use and care of state property; and Rendering of efficient and effective management system to the department, including resource management, financial management, information management and pro-active communication system. Manage and administer, as Accounting Officer, the budget vote of the Department of Agriculture & Rural Development to execute all responsibilities as set out in section 38 of the Public Finance Management act,1999 (Act 29 of 1999) and Treasury Regulations. Develop and implement a Strategic and Annual Performance Plan for the department in support of the implementation of the priorities and objectives of the department. Assist and advice the Member of Executive Council in terms of his/her executive powers in relation to the Department, so as to ensure effective service delivery within the legal mandates of the enable him/her to make sound and informed decision in terms of his/her portfolio. Assist the Director-General as Head of the FSPG by means of the inter Departmental Management Committee as well as its Technical Committees to ensure coherent governance in the FSPG as a corporate entity, which inter alia include: Attendance of various Committees related to Agriculture and other matters of the province, so as to improve service delivery to the community; Participate with the development and implementation of the Free State Development Plan, so as to improve the corporate functioning of the Free state Provincial Government as a whole and Implement outcome-based performance system and annual priorities of the department and province as a whole. Ensure the effective implementation of Government Policies in the relevant areas of responsibility of the department and the public service as well as provincial and national legislation relevant to the portfolio, which inter alia include: Assist with the development of appropriate policies relevant to the particular department and advise the MEC in this regard.
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr. M. Phera, Deputy Director General: Corporate Administration and Co-ordination, Tel: 082 3315 188, E-mail: molefinyana.phera@fspremier.gov.za
APPLICATIONS : Dr. M Phera, Deputy Director General: Corporate Administration and Coordination, Office of the Premier, Attention: Ms. Ruth Sefali, Room 406, OR Tambo House, St Andrew Street, Bloemfontein, 9301. E-mail: ruth.sefali@fspremier.gov.za.
 
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department. The Z83 form must be completed in full and signed by the applicant. All applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV only. Communication from the HR of the department regarding the submission of certifies copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date. E-mailed applications may be submitted, subject to subsequent verification. Applications must be submitted to the address mentioned in the advertisement. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification on appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. Applications from persons with disabilities are welcomed. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 22 April 2025 at 16:00

​HEAD OF DEPARTMENT: DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT REF NO: HOD: SD 
5-year employment contract position 
SALARY : R1 741 770 per annum (Level 15), all-inclusive remuneration package plus a 10% non-pensionable Head of Department allowance. The remuneration package consists of the basic salary, the Government’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion, which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion and which may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance. This appointment is subject to the signing of an employment contract, not exceeding a term of five years, a security clearance of top secret, a competency assessment and an annual performance agreement. The successful candidate will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 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. Nominated candidates must attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein (Department of Social Development) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : The candidate must be in possession of a post graduate qualification (NQF level 8) as recognized by SAQA as well as 10 years of experience at a senior management level. Potential applicants for posts in the Senior Management Service as well as existing SMS members who will progress to higher levels within the SMS are expected to successfully complete the compulsory pre-entry Certificate for entry into the SMS which took effect on 1 April 2020 (Full details can be sourced by following the link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Individual applicants are expected to pay for the course. The duration of the course is 120 hours). SMS Pre-entry certificate should be submitted prior to appointment.
 
DUTIES : The administration and management of the Department is subject to the overall political vision and Executive Council (MEC). The Head of Department is an accounting officer and shall perform his functions as the Accounting Officer for the Department in accordance with the provisions of the Public Finance Management Act. The Head of Department is responsible for, and accountable to, the MEC for: The functioning of, and organizational arrangement in the public services within the Department; Employment and other personnel practices, including the promotion of board representivity as well as Human Resource Management and training; Labour relations, and public service transformation and reform; The Departments strategic direction, operations and performance; The realization of the outcome-based performance management, and annual priorities and plans; and The effective and efficient management and administration of the Department, which includes the effective utilization, training & development of staff, the maintenance of discipline and the promotion of sound labour relations within the Department, and the proper use and care of state property. The Head of Department can be assigned to coordinate certain interdepartmental technical committees as deemed fit by the Executive Council. The Head of Department is the Chief Information Officer of the Department. The Head of Department shall be responsible for managing the Department in compliance with the law, relevant prescripts and within its budget. The Head of Department shall be responsible to the MEC for carrying out functions and duties of the Department, tendering free and frank advice to the MEC, the general conduct of the Department and the efficient and effective management of the activities of the Department. The Head of Department shall be responsive to the MEC’s policy, information and support requirements and priorities taking into account the Department’s capacity and budget. The Head of Department shall be responsible for the promotion of sound resource management in respect of: Human Resource, Financial Resource, Physical Resource, Information Resource and Statutory Resource. The Head of Department shall where necessary, delegate power vested in him without lessening the responsibility and accountability for action taken on his behalf. To enable the Head of Department to perform his/her duties and exercise the power entrusted to him/her, the MEC shall: Provide support for the efficient execution of the core responsibilities articulated in the agreement; Ensure regular consultation and review opportunities; Ensure an enabling environment for the Head of Department to deliver against the core responsibilities as set out in the agreement; and Ensure effective communication on all relevant matters pertaining to the aforementioned responsibilities to be executed by the Director-General. The relationship between the MEC and the Head of Department is pivotal to good government and administration. Within his/her relationship the Head of Department shall act with integrity and professionalism, within the law and with respect to the constitutional and legislative responsibilities of MEC. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr. M. Phera, Deputy Director General: Corporate Administration and Co-ordination at 082 3315 188, E-mail: molefinyana.phera@fspremier.gov.za
APPLICATIONS : Dr. M Phera, Deputy Director General: Corporate Administration and Coordination, Office of the Premier, Attention: Ms. Ruth Sefali, Room 406, OR Tambo House, St Andrew Street, Bloemfontein, 9301. E-mail: ruth.sefali@fspremier.gov.za.
 
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department. The Z83 form must be completed in full and signed by the applicant. All applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV only. Communication from the HR of the department regarding the submission of certifies copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date. E-mailed applications may be submitted, subject to subsequent verification. Applications must be submitted to the address mentioned in the advertisement. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification on appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. Applications from persons with disabilities are welcomed. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 22 April 2025 at 16:00 
 
 
 
 
 
 
HEAD OF DEPARTMENT: DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, SMALL BUSINESS, TOURISM AND ECONOMIC AFFAIRS REF NO: HOD-DESTEA 
5-year employment contract position 
SALARY : R1 741 770 per annum (Level 15), all-inclusive remuneration package plus a 10% non-pensionable Head of Department allowance. The remuneration package consists of the basic salary, the Government’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion, which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion and which may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance. This appointment is subject to the signing of an employment contract, not exceeding a term of five years, a security clearance of top secret, a competency assessment and an annual performance agreement. The successful candidate will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 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. Nominated candidates must attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein (DESTEA) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : The candidate must be in possession of a post graduate qualification (NQF level 8) in Economics/Business Administration or any equivalent qualifications as recognized by SAQA as well as 10 years of experience at a senior management level. Potential applicants for posts in the Senior Management Service as well as existing SMS members who will progress to higher levels within the SMS are expected to successfully complete the compulsory pre-entry Certificate for entry into the SMS which took effect on 1 April 2020 (Full details can be sourced by following the link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Individual applicants are expected to pay for the course. The duration of the course is 120 hours). SMS Pre-entry certificate should be submitted prior to appointment.
 
DUTIES : Give strategic direction and monitor the effective and efficient functioning of the department in terms of PSA,1994 (as amended) and the PSR including effective utilization and training of staff, maintenance of discipline, promotion of sound labour relations and proper use and care of state property, effective HRM, and performance and development of officials, including: Internal Audit: Promote good governance; Corporate Services: Ensure availability of skilled , Health and motivated workforce; Financial Management Services: Provide financial administration support; Risk Management: Provide enterprise risk management services; and Minimum Information Security Standard (MISS) and overall accountability for security at the Department. To function as the Accounting Officer of the Department in terms of Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations, including: Convene departmental budget meetings and provide strategic direction and oversight for the department; and Ensure that allocations are in line with objectives of different departmental programs set to provide services as required. In addition also perform the following administrative responsibilities, including: Ensure the effective implementation of Government Policies in the relevant areas of responsibility of the department mentioned and the Public Service as well as Provincial and National legislation relevant to the Portfolio; Provide the MEC with sufficient information and advice to enable a sound and informed decision; and Ensure development and implementation of a Strategic and Annual Performance Plan for the department in support of the implementation of the priorities and objectives of the department. Oversee the enhancement of economic development, small business growth, development and sustainability in the Province and ensure- provision of economic development programmes and services; Provision of the integrated economic, trade and sector development services; Management and provision of business regulatory and consumer affairs services within the Province and Provide and oversight role for the Provincial State Owned Entities. Overseeing the adequate planning, growth, development and transformation of the Provincial Tourism Industry, including: Strengthen strategic partnerships for Tourism Development; Ensure facilitation and promotion of tourism for transformation of the sector within the Province and manage the departmental resorts for the benefit of attracting wide range of tourists; and Ensure development, implementation and execution of the departmental tourism strategic marketing plans in order to attract potential customer and retain existing ones. Oversee the implementation of air quality, biodiversity, Climate change, Compliance, Environmental impact, Protected areas, Pollution control, and waste management, including: Ensure the regulations and management of all bio-diversity, protected areas and conservation matters in a manner that facilitates sustainable economic growth and development in the Province; and Ensure regulation, management and provision of environmental management services in the Province through facilitation of skills development, employment creation and infrastructure development.
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr. M. Phera, Deputy Director General: Corporate Administration and Co-ordination at 082 3315 188, E-mail: molefinyana.phera@fspremier.gov.za
APPLICATIONS : Dr. M Phera, Deputy Director General: Corporate Administration and Coordination, Office of the Premier, Attention: Ms. Ruth Sefali, Room 406, OR Tambo House, St Andrew Street, Bloemfontein, 9301. E-mail: ruth.sefali@fspremier.gov.za
 
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department. The Z83 form must be completed in full and signed by the applicant. All applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV only. Communication from the HR of the department regarding the submission of certifies copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date. E-mailed applications may be submitted, subject to subsequent verification. Applications must be submitted to the address mentioned in the advertisement. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification on appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. Applications from persons with disabilities are welcomed. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 22 April 2025 at 16:00

 
FREE STATE OFFICE OF THE PREMIER
 
Free State Department of the Premier is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Department through the filling of positions and candidates whose appointment/promotion/transfer will promote representivity; will receive preference. 
 
APPLICATIONS : Posted to Mr. Thabo Tsotetsi, Office of the Premier, Human Resources Advice, Co-ordination and Management Directorate, P.O Box 517, Bloemfontein, 9300 or Hand delivered to: Thabo Tsotetsi, Room 7, Ground floor, O.R Tambo House, Bloemfontein or e-mail to recruitment@fspremier.gov.za.
 
CLOSING DATE : 09-October 2023 @ 16:00
 

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NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department. All applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV only. Communication from the HR of the department regarding the submission of certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date. Applications must be submitted to the address mentioned in the advertisement. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification on appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. Applications from people with disabilities are welcomed.

OTHER POSTS
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: GOVERNANCE ADMINISTRATION & JUSTICE SECTOR RESEARCH REF NO: 18/2023 
SALARY : R527 298 per annum (Level 10), a basic salary 
CENTRE : Office of The Premier-Bloemfontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Degree (NQF Level 7). Relevant experience of policy analysis and development. Experience of Coordination, monitoring and evaluation mechanisms, systems and processes. Experience in research. Knowledge of Research methodology, report writing and strategic planning processes. Basic computer literacy. Organizing, planning of resources and effective communication skills.
 
DUTIES : Analyze and compare FSDP against all National, Provincial and Local policies in terms of outcome, goals, strategies, outputs, projects and performance measures to align the FSDP with Government strategies. Conduct research with regard to Provincials strategies as portrayed in the FSDP to enhance decision-making process within government structures. Facilitate research on the feasibility of certain projects of the FSDP to improve their success rate. Conduct research on request to strengthen strategic planning process. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. C.H. Oelofse at 082 336 8721 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: PLANNING REF NO: 19/2023 
SALARY : R424 104 per annum (Level 09), a basic salary 
CENTRE : Office of The Premier-Bloemfontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Degree (NQF Level 7). Relevant experience of policy analysis and development. Experience of Coordination, monitoring and evaluation mechanisms, systems and processes. Experience of facilitation of development of strategic plans. Knowledge of strategic planning processes, report writing, marketing and transformation and development policies. Organising, analytical, facilitation and communication skills. 
 
DUTIES : Facilitate the development and annual review of the Free State Development Plan (FSDP) to keep in line with the developmental needs of the province. Facilitate the review and implementation of the FSDP through ensuring alignment of departmental and municipal plan with the FSDP to enhance synergy of plans. Evaluate departmental and municipalities strategic plans in terms of the FSDP to measure their impact on the development of the province. Market the FSDP on all relevant levels to gain support from all stakeholders. Train all strategic planners of all departments and municipalities on strategic issues to capacitate strategic planners of departments and municipalities. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. C.H. Oelofse at 082 336 8721

 
FREE STATE OFFICE OF THE PREMIER
 
Free State Department of the Premier is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Department through the filling of positions and candidates whose appointment/promotion/transfer will promote representivity; will receive preference.
 
CLOSING DATE : 21 August 2023 at 16:00 
 

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NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department. All applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV only. Communication from the HR of the Department regarding the submission of certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date. Applications must be submitted to the address mentioned in the advertisement. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification on appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. Applications from people with disabilities are welcomed.

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MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR-GENERAL: CORPORATE ADMINISTRATION AND CO-ORDINATION REF NO: 13/2023 
SALARY : R1 663 581 per annum (Level 15), (an all-inclusive salary package). The remuneration package includes a basic salary, State’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion; and may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 7) and a post graduate qualification (NQF Level 8) as recognized by SAQA. 8 – 10 years of experience at a senior managerial level in the private or public sector. Potential applicants for posts in the Senior Management Service as well as existing SMS members who wish to progress to higher levels within the SMS are expected to successfully complete the compulsory pre-entry Certificate for entry into the SMS which took effect on 1 April 2020 (Full details can be sourced by following the link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Individual applicants are expected to pay for the course and may enrol for it at a cost of R265.00. The duration of the course is 120 hours). No applicant will be appointed in the absence of the certificate. 
 
DUTIES : Facilitate effective and efficient Free State Provincial Government Communication Services, including: Manage the rendering of effective and efficient Corporate Communication Services; and Manage the provision of effective and efficient media strategy and liaison services to the Office of the Premier and the Executive Council. Render Corporate Reform Services to the Free State Provincial Administration, including: Coordinate and provide effective and efficient human resource advisory and management services to the Free State Provincial Administration; Provide effective and efficient organisational development services to the Free State Provincial Administration; and Plan, manage and coordinate Information and Technology Services for the Free State Provincial Administration. Administer Provincial Bursaries, Skills Development and Public Sector Training and Development Programmes, including: Administer the Provincial Bursary function for the Free State Provincial Administration; Coordinate and monitor the implementation of Provincial Skills Development Programmes for the Free State Province; and Administer proficient and professional Training and Development services for the Free State Provincial Administration. Render professional and effective Legal Services for the Free State Provincial Administration, including: Manage the provision of legal advice to the Premier, Members of the Executive Council, Heads of Department and Provincial Departments and Municipalities including assistance to Provincial Departments with court cases; assistance to Provincial Departments in the prevention and resolution of labour disputes; Coordinate editing and drafting of policy documents; the drafting and editing of legislation/contracts in Free State Provincial Administration; and provide legal advice to Provincial Departments to assist with decision making. Manage resources allocated to the Corporate Administration and Coordination branch, including: Act as Programme Manager; Report quarterly on the APP; Draft strategic plans for the branch; Ensure the implementation of Performance Management within the branch; Manage personnel within the branch; Ensure the implementation of training interventions; and Give strategic direction and advice to personnel in the branch. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr AJ Venter Tel No: (051) 405 4926
APPLICATIONS : Posted to Ms. Jo-Ann Kleynhans, Office of the Premier, Corporate Administration & Co-ordination Directorate, P.O Box 517, Bloemfontein, 9300 or Hand delivered to: Ms. Jo-Ann Kleynhans, Room 406, 4th Floor, O.R Tambo House, Bloemfontein or e-mail to joann.kleynhans@fspremier.gov.za.
 
NOTE : The successful candidate will be required to enter into a Performance Agreement within 3 months after assumption of duty and will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 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 competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools.

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OTHER POSTS
 
 
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER: THUSONG SERVICE CENTRE REF NO: 14/2023 
SALARY : R294 321 per annum (Level 07), (a basic salary) 
CENTRE : Mohokare Thusong Service Centre (Zastron) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : NQF Level 5 qualification. 1-2 years supervisory experience in an administrative environment. Knowledge of Basic Personnel Administration, BAS, Treasury Regulations and Financial Regulations. Literacy, Financial Management and Computer literacy Skills. 
 
DUTIES : To Monitor and coordinate customer services to be rendered, including: Monitor and evaluate multiple services provided by department/institutions in the Hlasela/Thusong Service Centre to ensure that they adhere to the Memorandum of Agreement for the co-operation in the provision of services in the Hlasela/Thusong Service Centre; Conduct oversight regarding the services standards which are provided by the department in the Hlasela/Thusong Service Centre; Facilitate process of collecting information on community needs to ensure improved service delivery; Manage and promote liaison between the community and departments/institution providing services at the Hlasela/Thusong Service Centre to ensure that service delivery meets with the needs of the community; Facilitate the improvement/expansion of services, and the activation of new services at Hlasela/Thusong Service Centre to ensure that service delivery meets the community needs; Co-ordinate information and marketing programmes to educate and make the public aware of the services that are available at the Hlasela/Thusong Service Centre; and Be responsible for the day to day functioning of the Hlasela/Thusong Service Centre. Provide input and assist with the compilation of various reports, including: Coordinate and facilitate the provision of regular operational reports to the management Committee of the Hlasela/Thusong Service Centre; and Provide monthly operational and management reports to the supervisor. To coordinate the infrastructure needs, including: Ensure that Memorandum of Agreement with departments/Institutions for the co-operation in the provision of services in the Hlasela/Thusong Service Centre are in place; Liaise with the Department of Public Works and Property Owners as per the responsibility of the lessee stated in the lease Agreement; and Ensure payment of rentals and operational cost by all departments/institutions in the Hlasela/Thusong Service Centre in line with MoAs and signed cost sharing models. To facilitate the management committees, including: Establish a Management Committee for the Hlasela/Thusong Service Centre. A “Management Committee” means supervisors of all service delivery departments/institutions which are located within the Hlasela/Thusong Service Centre. The Management Committee is responsible for service delivery oversight within the Hlasela/Thusong Service Centre; and Facilitate and coordinate regular Management Committee meeting to monitor and evaluate progress. The Management of resources to ensure that the objectives of the Hlasela/Thusong Service Centre are achieved, including: Management of staff within the component; The development and updating of Job Description for reporting staff; Give strategic direction, guidance and advice to staff within the component; Maintain service records, check performance standards and attend to any challenges that the Hlasela/Thusong Service Centre may face; Facilitate and coordinate the provision of training to the administrative staff of Hlasela/Thusong Service Centre with a view of ensuring the smooth running of Hlasela/Thusong Service Centre; Determine the staff development needs and the budget for the running of the Hlasela/Thusong Service Centre; Coordinate, supervise and control the work of the staff at the Hlasela/Thusong Service Centre (administrative staff and cleaners) to ensure a high standard of work quality; Ensure that performance and development plans and quarterly performance assessments for the staff at the Hlasela/Thusong Service Centre (administrative staff and cleaners) are done in terms of the prescribed timeframes; Be responsible for the safekeeping and security of the Hlasela/Thusong Service centre; and Ensure compliance to the Occupational Health and Safety prescripts. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. M Motloung Tel No: (051) 403 3212 
APPLICATIONS : Posted to Mr. Thabo Tsotetsi, Office of the Premier, Human Resources Advice, Co-ordination and Management Directorate, P.O Box 517, Bloemfontein, 9300 or Hand delivered to: Thabo Tsotetsi, Room 7, Ground floor, O.R Tambo House, Bloemfontein or e-mail to recruitment@fspremier.gov.za.
 
 
 
 
 
CLEANER: KOPANONG THUSONG SERVICE CENTRE REF NO: 15/2023 
SALARY : R125 373 per annum (Level 02), (A Basic salary) 
CENTRE : Trompsburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS : ABET training. Knowledge of work procedures with regard to cleaning services. Basic literacy and numeracy skills. Basic interpersonal relations skills. 
 
DUTIES : Perform cleaning services of a routine nature to ensure high levels of hygiene in the offices\training venues, including: Empty dustbins; Wash crockery and cutlery of component and officials; Dust furnisher in offices and training venues; vacuum carpets in offices and training venues; Sweep offices and training venues; Polish furniture in office and training venues; Sweep corridors and the vacant offices; Wash windows and walls; Clean and keep toilets tidy; Place toilet rolls and soap; Clean and keep kitchen tidy; Place water crockery for meetings in the venue/s and offices; and clean meeting venue/s. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. M Molaoa at 0792997022 
APPLICATIONS : Posted to Mr. Thabo Tsotetsi, Office of the Premier, Human Resources Advice, Co-ordination and Management Directorate, P.O Box 517, Bloemfontein, 9300 or Hand delivered to: Thabo Tsotetsi, Room 7, Ground floor, O.R Tambo House, Bloemfontein or e-mail to recruitment@fspremier.gov.za.

 
FREE STATE OFFICE OF THE PREMIER
 
Free State Department of the Premier is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Department through the filling of positions and candidates whose appointment/promotion/transfer will promote representivity; will receive preference. 
 
APPLICATIONS : Posted to Mr. Thabo Tsotetsi, Office of the Premier, Human Resources Advice, Co-ordination and Management Directorate, P.O Box 517, Bloemfontein, 9300 or Hand delivered to: Thabo Tsotetsi, Room 7, Ground floor, O.R Tambo House, Bloemfontein or e-mail to recruitment@fspremier.gov.za.
 
CLOSING DATE : 14 July 2023 at 16:00 
 

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NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department. All applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV only. Communication from the HR of the department regarding the submission of certifies copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date. Applications must be submitted to the address mentioned in the advertisement. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification on appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. Applications from people with disabilities are welcomed.

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OTHER POST
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: FRONTLINE SERVICE DELIVERY AND ACCESS TO GOVERNMENT SERVICE MONITORING, REF NO: 06/2023 
SALARY : R424 104 per annum. (Level 9) A basic salary 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS : NQF Level 7 qualification. Experience in implementing frontline service delivery monitoring strategies/intervention plans. Experience in a similar environment. Knowledge of legislation & policies applicable to frontline service delivery monitoring in the Public Service. Knowledge of Frontline Service Delivery Monitoring or change management programmes of the Free State & in South Africa. Knowledge of co-ordination, monitoring & evaluation mechanisms, systems and processes. Inter-personal, analytical, organising and planning skills. Valid Driver’s License 
 
DUTIES : Research and information gathering with regard to frontline service delivery challenges within the Free State Province, including: Assist with the gathering of information on Frontline Service Delivery Monitoring challenges within the Free State Province; Conduct research and provide inputs into the best possible tools to be used for the different sectors during frontline visits; and Assist with the development and maintenance of sector specific tools to be utilized for the monitoring of frontline offices. Implementation of a Provincial Frontline Service Delivery Monitoring (FSDM) Strategy within the Free State Province, including: Assist with the development and maintenance of a Frontline Service Delivery Monitoring Strategy within the Free State Province based on identified challenges; Participate in discussions to facilitate the implementation of the FSDM Strategy for the Free State Province; Conduct frontline visits based on the annual Frontline Service Delivery Monitoring Plan for the Free State Province; Develop reports on the findings, including challenges observed, at frontline facilities during frontline visits; Provide inputs into recommendations on how challenges at frontline offices can be addressed; Assist with the development of Sector Specific Improvement Plans based on findings during visits; Follow-up on the implementation of Sector Specific Improvement Plans; Provide assistance to the DPME during integrated frontline visits undertaken within the Free State Province based on identified national priorities; Participate in FSDM Meetings within the Free State Province; Assist with the compilation of provincial reports on the findings at frontline facilities; and Assist with the creation of awareness & build capacity on service delivery excellence and related principles within the FSPG. Assist with the establishment, facilitation & co-ordination of Sectorial structures on Frontline Service Delivery Monitoring matters, including: Assist with the facilitation and organization of different Frontline Sector Structures and Forums within the Free State Province as needed; and Assist with the development of presentations and documents to provide feedback on the implementation of FSDM matters during Sectoral Meeting, Provincial Forums, etc.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. Irene Griffiths, Chief Director: Monitoring and Evaluation Programmes, telephone 051-4055054 or 082 411 7594

 
FREE STATE OFFICE OF THE PREMIER
 
Free State Provincial Government is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representativity (race, gender and disability) in the province through the filling of these posts and candidates whose appointment/promotion/transfer will promote representativity will receive preference. 
 
APPLICATIONS : Mr. AJ Venter, Head: Corporate Administration, Office of the Premier, PO Box 517, Bloemfontein, 9300, Room 406, OR Tambo House, St Andrew Street, Bloemfontein, 9301, E-mail: joann.kleynhans@fspremier.gov.za
FOR ATTENTION : Ms J Kleynhans 
 
CLOSING DATE : 07 July 2023 @ 16:00 
 

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NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department. All applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV only. Communication from the HR of the department regarding the submission of certifies copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date. E-mailed applications may be submitted, subject to subsequent verification. Applications must be submitted to the address mentioned in the advertisement. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification on appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. Applications from people with disabilities are welcomed.

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MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
HEAD OF DEPARTMENT: DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY SAFETY, ROADS AND TRANSPORT REF NO: HOD: CSR&T 
(5 year employment contract position) 
SALARY : R2 158 533 per annum (Level 16), all-inclusive remuneration package, Plus a 10% non-pensionable Head of Department allowance. The remuneration package consists of the basic salary, the Government’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion, which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion and which may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance. These appointments are subject to the signing of an employment contract, not exceeding a term of five years, a security clearance of top secret, a competency assessment and an annual performance agreement. The successful candidate will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 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. Nominated candidates must attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein (Dept. of Community Safety, Roads and Transport) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : The candidate must be in possession of an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) and a post graduate qualification (NQF level 8) as recognized by SAQA as well as 8 – 10 years of experience at a senior management level (at least 3 years of which must be with any organ of State as defined in the Constitution, Act 108 of 1996). Potential applicants for posts in the Senior Management Service as well as existing SMS members who will progress to higher levels within the SMS are expected to successfully complete the compulsory pre-entry Certificate for entry into the SMS which took effect on 1 April 2020 (Full details can be sourced by following the link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Individual applicants are expected to pay for the course and may enrol for it at a cost of R265.00. The duration of the course is 120 hours). No applicant will be appointed in the absence of the certificate. The candidate must have knowledge, skills, training and competencies in the principles of Corporate Governance; dynamic professional leadership abilities, as well as strategic, financial and people management skills; the ability to initiate and support organisational transformation and change, explore and implement new ways of delivering services that contribute to the promotion of the area of responsibility of the particular department in the province; the highest standard of ethical and moral conduct; and a thorough understanding of the issues relating to the area of responsibility of the particular department within the Free State Province and South Africa. Recommendation: A post graduate qualification in any of the areas of responsibility of the particular department and/or management will be a recommendation. 
 
DUTIES : To perform all the functions and the responsibilities attached to the post as Head of the Department in terms of the Public Service Act and the Regulations issued in terms thereof, which inter alia include the efficient management and administration of the Department, the effective utilisation and training of staff, the maintenance of discipline, the promotion of sound labour relations and the proper use and care of state property, including the rendering of efficient and effective management systems to the Department which include resource management, financial management, information management and pro-active communication systems, as well as such functions, which may be prescribed. To function as Accounting Officer of the Department in terms of the Public Finance Management Act, the Treasury Regulations, and any other law. This successful candidate will also be responsible to: Assist with the development of appropriate policies relevant to the particular department and advise the MEC in this regard; ensure the effective implementation of Government Policies in the relevant areas of responsibility of the department mentioned and the Public Service as well as Provincial and National legislation relevant to the Portfolio; provide the MEC with sufficient information and advice to enable him/her to make sound and informed decisions in terms of his/her portfolio; to develop and implement a Strategic and Annual Performance Plan of the department in support of the implementation of the priorities and objectives of the particular department; and such other responsibilities as may be directed. Although the candidate is based in Bloemfontein, the post may require extensive traveling, both domestically and internationally. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. AJ Venter, Deputy Director General: Corporate Administration and Coordination: Cell: 0825538178 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
HEAD OF DEPARTMENT: DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT REF NO: HOD: SD 
(5 year employment contract position) 
SALARY : R2 158 533 per annum (Level 16), all-inclusive remuneration package, Plus a 10% non-pensionable Head of Department allowance. The remuneration package consists of the basic salary, the Government’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion, which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion and which may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance. These appointments are subject to the signing of an employment contract, not exceeding a term of five years, a security clearance of top secret, a competency assessment and an annual performance agreement. The successful candidate will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 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. Nominated candidates must attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein (Dept. of Social Development) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : The candidate must be in possession of an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) and a post graduate qualification (NQF level 8) as recognized by SAQA as well as 8 – 10 years of experience at a senior management level (at least 3 years of which must be with any organ of State as defined in the Constitution, Act 108 of 1996). Potential applicants for posts in the Senior Management Service as well as existing SMS members who will progress to higher levels within the SMS are expected to successfully complete the compulsory pre-entry Certificate for entry into the SMS which took effect on 1 April 2020 (Full details can be sourced by following the link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Individual applicants are expected to pay for the course and may enroll for it at a cost of R265.00. The duration of the course is 120 hours). No applicant will be appointed in the absence of the certificate. The candidate must have knowledge, skills, training and competencies in the principles of Corporate Governance; dynamic professional leadership abilities, as well as strategic, financial and people management skills; the ability to initiate and support organisational transformation and change, explore and implement new ways of delivering services that contribute to the promotion of the area of responsibility of the particular department in the province; the highest standard of ethical and moral conduct; and a thorough understanding of the issues relating to the area of responsibility of the particular department within the Free State Province and South Africa. Recommendation: A post graduate qualification in any of the areas of responsibility of the particular department and/or management will be a recommendation. 
 
DUTIES : To perform all the functions and the responsibilities attached to the post as Head of the Department in terms of the Public Service Act and the Regulations issued in terms thereof, which inter alia include the efficient management and administration of the Department, the effective utilisation and training of staff, the maintenance of discipline, the promotion of sound labour relations and the proper use and care of state property, including the rendering of efficient and effective management systems to the Department which include resource management, financial management, information management and pro-active communication systems, as well as such functions, which may be prescribed. To function as Accounting Officer of the Department in terms of the Public Finance Management Act, the Treasury Regulations, and any other law. This successful candidate will also be responsible to: Assist with the development of appropriate policies relevant to the particular department and advise the MEC in this regard; ensure the effective implementation of Government Policies in the relevant areas of responsibility of the department mentioned and the Public Service as well as Provincial and National legislation relevant to the Portfolio; provide the MEC with sufficient information and advice to enable him/her to make sound and informed decisions in terms of his/her portfolio; to develop and implement a Strategic and Annual Performance Plan of the department in support of the implementation of the priorities and objectives of the particular department; and such other responsibilities as may be directed. Although the candidate is based in Bloemfontein, the post may require extensive traveling, both domestically and internationally. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
HEAD OF DEPARTMENT: DEPARTMENT OF SPORT, ARTS, CULTURE AND RECREATION REF NO: HOD: SPORT 
(5 year employment contract position) 
SALARY : R2 158 533 per annum (Level 16), all-inclusive remuneration package, Plus a 10% non-pensionable Head of Department allowance. The remuneration package consists of the basic salary, the Government’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion, which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion and which may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance. These appointments are subject to the signing of an employment contract, not exceeding a term of five years, a security clearance of top secret, a competency assessment and an annual performance agreement. The successful candidate will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 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. Nominated candidates must attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein (Dept. of Sport, Arts, Culture & Recreation) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : The candidate must be in possession of an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) and a post graduate qualification (NQF level 8) as recognized by SAQA as well as 8 – 10 years of experience at a senior management level (at least 3 years of which must be with any organ of State as defined in the Constitution, Act 108 of 1996). Potential applicants for posts in the Senior Management Service as well as existing SMS members who will progress to higher levels within the SMS are expected to successfully complete the compulsory pre-entry Certificate for entry into the SMS which took effect on 1 April 2020 (Full details can be sourced by following the link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Individual applicants are expected to pay for the course and may enroll for it at a cost of R265.00. The duration of the course is 120 hours). No applicant will be appointed in the absence of the certificate. The candidate must have knowledge, skills, training and competencies in the principles of Corporate Governance; dynamic professional leadership abilities, as well as strategic, financial and people management skills; the ability to initiate and support organisational transformation and change, explore and implement new ways of delivering services that contribute to the promotion of the area of responsibility of the particular department in the province; the highest standard of ethical and moral conduct; and a thorough understanding of the issues relating to the area of responsibility of the particular department within the Free State Province and South Africa. Recommendation: A post graduate qualification in any of the areas of responsibility of the particular department and/or management will be a recommendation. 
 
DUTIES : To perform all the functions and the responsibilities attached to the post as Head of the Department in terms of the Public Service Act and the Regulations issued in terms thereof, which inter alia include the efficient management and administration of the Department, the effective utilisation and training of staff, the maintenance of discipline, the promotion of sound labour relations and the proper use and care of state property, including the rendering of efficient and effective management systems to the Department which include resource management, financial management, information management and pro-active communication systems, as well as such functions, which may be prescribed. To function as Accounting Officer of the Department in terms of the Public Finance Management Act, the Treasury Regulations, and any other law. This successful candidate will also be responsible to: Assist with the development of appropriate policies relevant to the particular department and advise the MEC in this regard; ensure the effective implementation of Government Policies in the relevant areas of responsibility of the department mentioned and the Public Service as well as Provincial and National legislation relevant to the Portfolio; provide the MEC with sufficient information and advice to enable him/her to make sound and informed decisions in terms of his/her portfolio; to develop and implement a Strategic and Annual Performance Plan of the department in support of the implementation of the priorities and objectives of the particular department; and such other responsibilities as may be directed. Although the candidate is based in Bloemfontein, the post may require extensive traveling, both domestically and internationally.

 
FREE STATE OFFICE OF THE PREMIER
 
Free State Department of the Premier is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Department through the filling of positions and candidates whose appointment/promotion/transfer will promote representivity; will receive preference. 
 
APPLICATIONS : Posted to Ms. Leanne Terblanche, Office of the Premier, Human Resources Advice, Co-ordination and Management Directorate, P.O Box 517, Bloemfontein, 9300 or Hand delivered to: Leanne Terblanche, Room 7, Ground floor, O.R Tambo House, Bloemfontein or e-mail to recruitment@fspremier.gov.za.
 
CLOSING DATE : 26 May 2023 @ 16:00 
 

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NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department. All applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV only. Communication from the HR of the department regarding the submission of certifies copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date. Applications must be submitted to the address mentioned in the advertisement. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification on appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. Applications from people with disabilities are welcomed. 
 
 

MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
DIRECTOR: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY REF NO: 02/2023 
SALARY : R1 105 383 per annum (Level 13), (an all-inclusive salary package). The remuneration package includes a basic salary, State’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion; and may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A SAQA recognized undergraduate or equivalent qualification (NQF Level 7) in Information Technology and Information Management; and a minimum of 5 years appropriate experience at middle/senior managerial level in the private or public sector. Potential applicants for posts in the Senior Management Service as well as existing SMS members who which to progress to higher levels within the SMS are expected to successfully complete the compulsory pre-entry Certificate for entry into the SMS which took effect on 1 April 2020 (Full details can be sourced by following the link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Individual applicants are expected to pay for the course and may enrol for it at a cost of R265.00. The duration of the course is 120 hours). No applicant will be appointed in the absence of the certificate. 
 
DUTIES : To ensure implementation of Corporate Governance of ICT and that Information Communication Technology (ICT) is deployed in a uniform and organized manner within the national policy framework, including: Overseeing the establishment of an information plan, information technology plan and operational plans to give effect to the strategic direction and management plans of provincial departments; Align the FSPG’s information management (information management systems included) and information technology (as enabler) strategy with the strategic direction, management plans and the business processes of the Province, with due consideration of the strategic direction of the Government; Develop departmental supporting information management and information technology enabler policies and strategies, regulations, standards, norms, guidelines, best practices and procedures, derived from the national information management and information technology policy and strategy, standards and norms developed by the GITO Council and DPSA, but focused on the specific requirements of the department; Facilitate the implementation of and adherence to the policies and strategies as contained in the different plans, policies etc; Manage the SITA relationship: This entails control of the Business Agreement (BA) and Service Level Agreement (SLA’s) with SITA and/or other suppliers of information management and information technology goods and services. Represent the relevant department at the GITO Council, including: Participate as a member on the National Government Information Technology Officer’s Council (GITOC). To ensure the optimum utilisation of ICT resources within the Office of the Premier, including: Promote effective management of information and information technology as enabler as a strategic resource; Create an enabling environment for other managers to perform their functions more effectively and efficiently; Close communication as part of the top management team of the department with the top echelon of the department to promote the utilisation of information; Raising the level of awareness of the top management to the potential of the delivery of information services through enabling technologies; change the culture of the department to embrace an enterprise-wide information management and information technology approach. This requires the visible, strong and continuous support of senior managers; Take a leadership role in knowledge management. To provide support to other provincial departments, including: Apply an enterprise wide approach to the use of information management, (information technology systems and infrastructure included) in supporting the business units and business processes, bridging diverse systems to establish a client-focused service strategy, eliminating unnecessary duplication, increase overall co-ordination and control, and rapidly introduce new systems and technology to improve service delivery; Development information and technology systems infrastructure architecture and conduct investigations into the maintenance of existing technologies, availability needs and demand of new technologies. Rationalise unnecessary duplication and redundancy of information and technologies in the department. Where feasible, promote common solutions for common requirements across the department; Promote the utilisation of technology as a key enabler for the future in delivering information and services and promote its use in the re-engineering/transformation of government service delivery. To manage resources to ensure that the objectives of the component are achieved, including: Management of staff within the component; The development and updating of Job Descriptions for reporting staff; the performance management of staff within the component; Facilitation of training intervention; Give direction, guidance and advice to staff within the component. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr. M. Phera Tel No: 051 405 4392 
 
NOTE : The successful candidate will be required to enter into a performance agreement within 3 months after assumption of duty; and will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 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 competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools.

OTHER POST
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: TECHNOLOGY DEPLOYMENT REF NO: 03/2023 
SALARY : R811 560 per annum (Level 11), (an all-inclusive salary package). The remuneration package includes a basic salary, Annual Service Bonus, the Employer’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion; and may include Medical Aid contribution, 13th cheque, motor car allowance, housing allowance and non-pensionable cash allowance. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS : NQF level 7 qualification in Information Technology. Approximately six years appropriate experience plus managerial experience. Knowledge of Public Service Legislation. Knowledge of ICT policies, strategies, tenders, acquisition and deployment. Knowledge pertaining to Project Management, Business Agreements, Service Level Agreements and Functioning of a Provincial Government. Computer literate, ICT Research and Formal Presentation Skills. 
 
DUTIES : To assist with implementation of Corporate Governance of ICT; To keep abreast with ICT developments and render advice on acquisition and deployment of ICT to ensure compatibility and cost – effectiveness, including: Do research on new developments that is applicable on the available infrastructure and environment that can be on international trends on best practices, methods, MISS, ISO standards, security, quality; Research done through internet, books, magazines – all applicable resources; Ensure that technicians’ qualifications are not outdated. When they were trained, windows 95 as still applicable, in other words their qualifications are also outdated; Advice on new developments e.g. the jobholder advised PGITOC and management to upgrade the LAN. They must have sound knowledge on these issues in order to give advice and do recommendations; Stay abreast with the brands that are available e.g. WIRELESS VS STRUCTURE; Monitor international trends and know enough to know the positive and negative on these trends; Give advice to users when they need new PC equipment; Manage the telephone system. To manage the development of ICT strategies, policies and implementation plans to ensure the optimum utilization of ICT as a strategic resource, including: Develop ICT strategies, policies and implementation plans to ensure the optimum utilization of ICT as a strategic resource; Consult with relevant stakeholders; Obtain legal advice on contents where necessary; Exercise project management; Submit progress reports to management; Manage all IT issues at EXCO meetings. To manage the design, development, implementation and maintenance of information systems to improve service delivery, including: One of the oversight functions is to develop programmes for the department as an oversight function; Maintain the current systems that are running by provincial departments - systems that are web-based and desktop based; Test outsourced system(s) (e.g. Intranet) on a weekly basis for functionality. To represent the CIO on various forums, including: Participate as a member on the National Government Information Technology Officer’s Council (GITOC); As a member of the PGITOC, Chair for the following standing committees: Risk, Audit, Project and Change Management, E–government and E–governance. To manage resources to ensure that the objectives of the component are achieved, including: Management of staff within the component; The development and updating of job descriptions for reporting staff; The performance management of staff within the component; Facilitation of training interventions; Give direction, guidance and advice to staff within the component. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr. M. Phera Tel No: 051 405 4392


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FREE STATE OFFICE OF THE PREMIER
 
Free State Department of the Premier is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Department through the filling of positions and candidates whose appointment/promotion/transfer will promote representivity; will receive preference. 
 
APPLICATIONS : Posted to Ms. Leanne Terblanche, Office of the Premier, Human Resources Advice, Co-ordination and Management Directorate, P.O Box 517, Bloemfontein, 9300 or Hand delivered to: Leanne Terblanche, Room 7, Ground floor, O.R Tambo House, Bloemfontein or e-mail to recruitment@fspremier.gov.za.
 
CLOSING DATE : 09 December 2022 at 16:00

NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department. All applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV only. Communication from the HR of the department regarding the submission of certifies copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date. Applications must be submitted to the address mentioned in the advertisement. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification on appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. Applications from people with disabilities are welcomed.

OTHER POSTS
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: SKILLS DEVELOPMENT COORDINATION REF NO: 23/2022 
SALARY : R766 584 per annum (Level 11), (an all-inclusive salary package) The remuneration package includes a basic salary, Annual Service Bonus, the Employer’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion; and may include Medical Aid contribution, 13th cheque, motor car allowance, housing allowance and non-pensionable cash allowance. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A three year tertiary qualification (NQF Level 7) in Human Resource Management and Development. Extensive experience in the human resource development and training field. Relevant experience in Assessment of training courses in the government. Experience in research. Working knowledge of the designing and development of training courses. Ability to do research and benchmarking regarding management/generic and transverse training. Report writing, computer, presentation and interpersonal relations skills. 
 
DUTIES : Administer curriculum development for the Free State Training Academy, including: Evaluate training needs; Evaluate new training courses; Design courses to address training needs; Re-design existing courses in collaboration with stakeholders; Develop and implement a strategy to market the Academy; and Advice on the establishment of partnerships to provide training. Administer quality assurance of training programmes for the Free State Training Academy, including: Conduct research and evaluate assessment tools to determine the impact of training interventions; Moderate assessment of portfolios; Manage training system and certification; and Report on the impact of training interventions. Facilitate skills development within the Office of the Premier (OTP), including: Facilitate the development of a work place skills plan for the OTP; Monitor the implementation of the work place skills plan; Report on the status of the work place skills plan; Manage internship and learnership programmes; and Manage bursary administration. Manage resources, including: Manage staff within the Section; Develop Job Descriptions within the Section; Manage performance of staff within the Section; Facilitate training interventions; and Give operational direction, guidance and advice to staff within the Section. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. L. Nibe-Nkutha, Director: Free State Training Acedemy, Tel No: 051 4098009 
 
 
 
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: GENERIC AND OPERATIONAL TRAINING REF NO: 24/2022 
SALARY : R766 584 per annum (Level 11), (an all-inclusive salary package). The remuneration package includes a basic salary, Annual Service Bonus, the Employer’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion; and may include Medical Aid contribution, 13th cheque, motor car allowance, housing allowance and non-pensionable cash allowance. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS : NQF level 7 qualification. 3-5 years’ experience in middle management and, including assessment of training courses in the government. Knowledge of designing and development of training courses, research and benchmarking, and public service policies. Presentation, communication and interpersonal skills. 
 
DUTIES : To provide advice and support on generic and transversal training, including: Consult the Skills Development Facilitators on respective management of training needs; Develop a training schedule for management training; Quality assure training needs for generic/transversal management; and Market generic and training in the schedule. To facilitate and coordinate the provision of middle management and level 1-5 interventions, including: Coordinate the provincial departments nomination process; Consult the relevant service providers; Write submission for approval; Liaise with departments for implementation of training; and Coordinate the implementation of training. To develop and manage an integrated competency based learning pathway for junior officials and middle management development, including: Align training to competency standards of middle managers; Consolidate into the training schedule; Consult with relevant providers; and Liaise with departments for the implementation of training. The coordinate Compulsive Induction Programmes (CIP) for salary levels 1 to 12 and higher, including: Conduct baseline on CIP 1-1; Consult the Skills Development Facilitators on their respective needs of CIP1-12; Intergrade needs to the training schedule; and Submit CIP report. To manage resources to ensure that the objectives of the component are achieved, including: Management of staff within the component; The development and updating of Job Descriptions for reporting staff; The performance management of staff within the component; Facilitation of training interventions; and Give direction, guidance and advice to staff within the component. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. L. Nibe-Nkutha, Director: Free State Training Acedemy, Tel No: 051 4098009 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SECRETARY TO THE DIRECTOR: CORPORATE COMMUNICATION REF NO: 22/2022 
SALARY : R181 599 per annum (Level 05), (A basic salary) 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 with typing as a subject or any other training/qualification. Secretarial experience within a middle/senior management office. Knowledge of telephone etiquette, records management and office administration. Language, basic written communication, computer and organizing skills. 
 
DUTIES : Provides a secretarial/receptionist support service to the Manager, including: Co-ordination of telephone calls, e.g. receive telephone calls and refers the calls to the correct role players if not meant for the Manager; Records appointments and events in the diary of the Manager; Types documents for the Manager and other staff within the unit; Operates office equipment like fax machines and photocopiers. Provides a clerical support service to the Manager, including: Liaises with travel agencies to make travel arrangements. Checks the arrangements when the relevant documents are received; Arranges meetings and events for the Manager and staff in the unit. Identify venues, invites role players, organizes refreshments and sets up schedules for meetings and events; Processes travel and subsistence claims for the unit; Processes all invoices that emanate from the activities of the work of the Manager; Drafts basic minutes of the meetings of the Manager where required; Drafts routine correspondence, reports and other documentation; Does filing for the Manager and unit according to the Archives Act.; Administers matters like leave registers and telephone accounts; Receives, records and distributes all incoming and outgoing documents; Coordinates the procurement of standard items like stationary and refreshments; Collects all relevant documents to enable the Manager to prepare for meetings. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. S.K. Maphalla Tel No: 051 403 3928

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FREE STATE OFFICE OF THE PREMIER
 
Free State Office of the Premier is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representativity (race, gender and disability) in the Department through the filling of positions and candidates whose appointment/promotion/transfer will promote representativity; will receive preference.
 
APPLICATIONS : Posted to Ms. Leanne Terblanche, Office of the Premier, Human Resources Advice, Co-ordination and Management Directorate, P.O Box 517, Bloemfontein, 9300 or Hand delivered to: Leanne Terblanche, Room 7, Ground floor, O.R Tambo House, Bloemfontein or e-mail to recruitment@fspremier.gov.za
 
CLOSING DATE : 18 November 2022 @ 16:00
 
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department. All applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV only. Communication from the HR of the department regarding the submission of certifies copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date. Applications must be submitted to the address mentioned in the advertisement. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification on appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. Applications from people with disabilities are welcomed.

OTHER POST
 
 
REGISTRY CLERK (DIRECTOR GENERAL’S OFFICE) REF NO: 20/2022
SALARY : R176 310 per annum (Level 05), (A basic salary)
CENTRE : Bloemfontein
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 certificate or equivalent qualification. Knowledge of registry duties, practices as well as the ability to capture date, and operate computer. Working knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework governing the Public Service. Understanding of the work in registry. Planning, organizing and language skills.
 
DUTIES : It will be expected of the successful candidate to perform the following duties: To Provide registry counter services, including: Attend to clients; Handle telephonic and other enquiries received; and Receive and register hand delivered mail/files. Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, including: Receive all mail; Sort, register and dispatch mail; and Distribute notices on registry issues. Render an effective filing and record management service, including Opening and close files according to record classification system; Filing/storage, tracing (electronically/manually) and retrieval of documents and files; and complete index cards for all files. Operate office machines in relation to the registry function, including Open and maintain Franking machine register; Frank post, record money and update register on a daily basis; Undertake spot checks on post to ensure no private post is included; Lock post in postbag for messengers to deliver to Post Office; Open & maintain remittance register; Record all valuable articles as prescribed in the remittance register; Hand delivers and signs over remittances to finance; Send wrong remittances back to sender via registered post and record reference number in register; and Keep daily record of amount of letters franked. Process documents for archiving and/ disposal, including Electronic scanning of files; Sort and package files for archives and distribution; Compile list of documents to be archived and submit to the supervisor; and Keep records for archived documents.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. S.C. Polelo Tel No: 051 405 5801

 
FREE STATE OFFICE OF THE PREMIER
 
Free State Department of the Premier is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Department through the filling of positions and candidates whose appointment/promotion/transfer will promote representivity; will receive preference.
 
APPLICATIONS : Posted to Ms. Petro Norval, Office of the Premier, Human Resources Advice, Co-ordination and Management Directorate, P.O Box 517, Bloemfontein, 9300 or Hand delivered to: Petro Norval, Room 5, Ground floor, O.R Tambo House, Bloemfontein or e-mail to recruitment@fspremier.gov.za
 
CLOSING DATE : 16 September 2022 @ 16:00
 

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NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department. All applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV only. Communication from the HR of the department regarding the submission of certifies copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date. Applications must be submitted to the address mentioned in the advertisement. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification on appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. Applications from people with disabilities are welcomed.

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OTHER POST
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: INSTITUTIONAL PERFORMANCE MONITORING (IPM) REF NO: 15/2022
SALARY : R744 255 per annum (Level 11), (an all-inclusive salary package). The remuneration package includes a basic salary, Annual Service Bonus, the Employer’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion; and may include Medical Aid contribution, 13th cheque, motor car allowance, housing allowance and non-pensionable cash allowance.
CENTRE : Bloemfontein
 
REQUIREMENTS : Degree (NQF Level 7), preferable in Public Administration 3 years or more relevant experience. Practical application and knowledge of the assessment and monitoring of the Institutional Performance within Organizations. Knowledge and understanding of the Government-Wide Monitoring and Evaluation System. Inter-personal, Facilitation, Presentation, Problem Solving and monitoring skills. Valid Driver’s License.
 
DUTIES : Management of resources of the Sub-directorate to ensure the effective and efficient attainment of the objectives of the Component. This entails inter alia the following: Overall management of the Component; Prepare and submit quarterly reports to the Director; Management of all personnel within the component; Assessment of performance of personnel within the unit; Facilitation of training interventions for personnel; and Provide direction & advice to personnel within the Unit. Execute research and develop provincial institutional capability monitoring tools and mechanisms as needed. This entails inter alia the following: Conduct desk top research on the development and implementation of Provincial Institutional Capability Monitoring Tools; Consult with National counterparts/Policy Departments (e.g. Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation [DPME], Department of Public Service and Administration [DPSA], etc.), Institutions of Higher Learning and other appropriate Communities of Practice on the development and implementation of methodologies and tools to measure the capability of the state to deliver on its mandate; Coordinate and provide inputs into national tools being utilized for the assessment and monitoring of Institutional Capability; Develop in collaboration with key stakeholders Provincial Institutional Capability Methodologies and Tools; and Maintain the Provincial Institutional Capability Monitoring Tools and make amendments as needed to stay relevant in terms of the changing public service environment Monitor the institutional capabilities of Provincial Departments within Free State Provincial Government (FSPG). This entails inter alia the following: Facilitate, co-ordinate and oversee the implementation of government-wide (i.e. national and provincial) institutional capability monitoring tools within the FSPG in collaboration with the National DPME; Collect data through various sources to determine the state of Provincial and Individual Provincial Departments based on national and provincial capability monitoring tools within the FSPG; and analyse monitoring results and develop capability profiles for the Province and individual Provincial Departments. Develop and present reports on the capability of the FSPG to deliver on its mandates. This entails inter alia the following: Develop Provincial and individual Provincial Departmental Reports based on the capability profiles and triangulate (use other sources) information on the outcome of institutional capability monitoring exercises; Conduct detailed discussions with different units within Provincial Departments to obtain qualitative data sets on the quantitative departmental profiles as developed; Based on the quantitative and qualitative data sets develop high level reports on the capability of the State to implement its mandates based on the monitoring results for presentation to Political and Administrative Leadership within the Province; Conduct verifications where applicable based on the departmental capability profiles to ensure the validity and reliability of collected information; Develop Reports on the verifications findings, highlight and engage with departmental Management on the identified discrepancies between the capability profiles and verification findings; Advice on corrective measures and support initiatives where institutional capabilities is not complying with the Public Service Regulations and other Good Governance Frameworks of Government; Present the institutional capability monitoring results at identified inter departmental and other platforms to create awareness of gaps in institutional capability and sharing of best practices; Manage and coordinate the development of Departmental Improvement Plans based on the outcome of institutional capability monitoring exercises; Ensure that progress with the implementation of departmental improvement plans are provided; and Work with a number of stakeholders including the National DPME to facilitate improvement in the institutional capabilities of the Province and Individual Provincial Departments to deliver on their mandates and improve service delivery. Provide assistance to the Director: IPM with support to the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) with the monitoring of the institutional performance of Municipalities within the Free State Province. This entails inter alia the following: Support the Director: IPM in consultations with COGTA on the assistance needed with the implementation of the Local Government Management Improvement Model (LGMIM) Tool within Municipalities; Attend meetings arranged by DPME and COGTA on the implementation of LGMIM as directed by the Director: IPM; Support the Director: IPM in participating on LGMIM awareness initiatives through COGTA where needed; Support the Director: IPM in consultation with COGTA with the implementation of the LGMIM Tool within Municipalities where needed; and Support the Director: IPM with the writing of reports on the outcome of the monitoring results in terms of LGMIM where needed.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. Irene Griffiths, Chief Director Monitoring and Evaluation Programmes Tel No: 051 405 5054

 
FREE STATE OFFICE OF THE PREMIER
 
Free State Department of the Premier is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representativity (race, gender and disability) in the Department through the filling of positions and candidates whose appointment/promotion/transfer will promote representativity; will receive preference.
 
APPLICATIONS : Posted to Ms. Petro Norval, Office of the Premier, Human Resources Advice, Co-ordination and Management Directorate, P.O Box 517, Bloemfontein, 9300 or Hand delivered to: Petro Norval, Room 5, Ground floor, O.R Tambo House, Bloemfontein or e-mail to recruitment@fspremier.gov.za
 
CLOSING DATE : 09 September 2022 @ 16:00
 

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NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department. All applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV only. Communication from the HR of the department regarding the submission of certifies copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date. Applications must be submitted to the address mentioned in the advertisement. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification on appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. Applications from people with disabilities are welcomed.

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OTHER POSTS
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: EMPLOYEE HEALTH AND WELLNESS REF NO: 16/2022
SALARY : R382 245 per annum (Level 09), A basic salary
CENTRE : Bloemfontein
 
REQUIREMENTS : NQF Level 7 in Social Science/ Psychology or related qualification. Registration with South African Council for Social Services Professions (SACSSP) as a Social Worker or Health Professionals Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Psychologist. Minimum 3-5 years’ experience as a practitioner within Employee Health and Wellness (EHW) environment. Knowledge of policy development and analysis and the Public Service. Knowledge of the Employee Health and Wellness Strategic Framework for the Public Service. Application of Employee Health and Wellness Counselling skills. Project Management, highly evolved verbal and writing skills.
 
DUTIES : To implement SHERQ Management principles in the workplace in order to create a safe working environment for employees, including: To promote occupational health and safety at the work place; To manage the environment through inspections / information sessions, etc; Conduct risk management through assessments, disaster management, etc; and Compliance with regard to quality management in terms of health and safety standards. To promote Health & Productivity Management through various activities / programmes, including: To promote health education through awareness sessions, workshops, distribution of information, etc; The management of incapacity due to ill health and retirement through information sessions, support and counselling; The management of mental health in the work place through information sessions distribution of information, etc; and The management of non-communicable and communicable diseases through screening / information sessions and the establishment of support groups. To implement programs on HIV & AIDS, STI and TB in the workplace, including: To protect human rights of employees living with HIV & TB (preventing discrimination / human rights violations); To sustain health and wellness of employees in pursuit of a healthy life-style; To accelerate the prevention and reduction of new HIV, TB and STI infections; and To address social and structural factors impacting on HIV, TB and STI’s. To promote and facilitate employee wellness through various activities / programs, including: To promote physical Individual wellness through for example physical activity, good nutrition healthy sleep techniques, tobacco management, etc; To promote psycho-social Individual wellness through for example stress management / alcohol and drug abuse programs, etc; To promote organizational wellness through information sessions, etc; and Aim towards sustaining work life balance through various programs and sessions on retirement for example.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. L.V. Nqoko-Rametse Tel No: 051 405 4756
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT REF NO: 17/2022
SALARY : R382 245 per annum (Level 09), A basic salary
CENTRE : Bloemfontein
 
REQUIREMENTS : Appropriate NQF 7 qualification preferably in the Human Resource Management. Minimum of 6 years’ experience in the management of Human Resource Management Policies/Strategies or similar environment. Knowledge of relevant Provincial and National legislation. Knowledge of Public Service Administration. Knowledge of Conditions of service benefits. Computer, Communication and Interpersonal Relations skills.
 
DUTIES : Ensure successful implementation of policies on Conditions of Service Benefits and Human Resource Provisioning, including: Ensure compliance with regard to: Quality assurance of all documents, by ensuring compliance with regard to: Legislation, Public Service Regulations, Directives and Collective Agreements, and Norms and standards; Provide support in the development and maintenance of HR policies; Implement updated national policies and regulations; Embark on information sessions to alert and inform employees on amendments/changes on policies; Ensure compliance by making use of templates that are provided as implementation tool from DPSA. Ensure correct implementation of human resource matters, including: Oversee the implementation, monitoring and continuous review of appropriate HR policies and procedures; Advice employees on service benefits; Advice the Office of the Premier on the process of human resources in line with relevant prescripts; Inform and guide the Office of the Premier on human resource matters in line with legislation, policies and prescripts; Guide newly appointed SMS and MMS members on the structuring and implementation of their packages; Structure the SMS/MMS packages on the system before implementation. Prepare and consolidate reports on personnel administration issues, including: Report on the following: Conditions of service benefits: Leave; Housing; Medical; Injury on Duty; Terminations; Long Service Recognition; Overtime; Re-allocation; Pension; Allowance; etc), Human Resource Provisioning (Advertisements; Selection; Recruitment; Appointments), Establishment Management: ensure compliance with the legislative and regulatory framework of the Public Service, Develop and manage relevant human resource reports and databases to enable effective management decision making. Authorise transactions on PERSAL according to delegations, including: Approve transactions on the PERSAL system; Disapprove incorrect transactions on the PERSAL system and advice the implementer on the correct capturing of transactions; Monitor the outcome of implemented/approved and authorized transaction; File log sheets correctly in personal files. Act as PERSAL personnel controller, including: Manage HR information system; Reset PERSAL users on PERSAL system when revoked; Printing PERSAL reports; Attend provincial PERSAL meetings; Schedule training for PERSAL users; Monitor the access to PERSAL functions for PERSAL users; Manage the oversight on PERSAL system. To manage resources to ensure that the objectives of the component are achieved, including: Management of staff within the component; Provide support and advice to line managers and ensure compliance to HR legislation and policies; The development and updating of Job Descriptions; Monitoring and facilitating employee performance management of staff; Management and monitoring of records management; Facilitation of training interventions; Give direction, guidance and advice to staff within the component.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. L.V. Nqoko-Rametse Tel No: 051 405 4756
 
 
 
 
 
 
PERSONNEL PRACTITIONER: RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION REF NO: 18/2022
SALARY : R261 372 per annum (Level 07), A basic salary
CENTRE : Bloemfontein
 
REQUIREMENTS : Appropriate NQF 6 qualification preferably in the Human Resource Management. Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in HR Practices. Knowledge of relevant legislation. Knowledge of Human Resource matters. Computer literacy. Communication, Planning and Organising skills.
 
DUTIES : Render a recruitment advisory service to the Department by investigating, analysing, benchmarking and interpreting legislation and prescripts and other human resource related issues to promote an effective human resource environment, including: Analyse Recruitment and sélection documents by ensuring compliance with regard to: Législation: Public Service Régulations; and Directives and Collective Agreement. Provide advice to management and staff on recruitment and selection matters: e.g: Advice on draft adverts for consideration to be approved for advertisement in consultation with the relevant SMS member. Advise on long lists of all recruitment applications; Advise on practices for shortlisting; Advise Interview Panels in relation with recruitment processes and practices for posts graded as allocated.; Advise on the outcome of interview processes for posts graded as allocated; Advise provincial departments on a consistent approach within recruitment; Investigate recruitment related problems and advice management thereon. Promote effective and efficient human resource recruitment by researching, analysing, developing, monitoring and reviewing departmental policies, strategies, guidelines and circulars to contribute to the consistent and effective application of human resource practices within the department/province, including: Assist with the drafting of provincial policies, stratégies, guidelines, procédures and provincial circulas with regard to Recruitment and sélection; Implémente update policies, régulations, stratégies, guidelines, procédures and circulars; Liaise with the Department of Public Service and Administration in respect to recruitment practices and policies; Compile draft adverts for consideration to be approved for advertisement in consultation with the relevant SMS member; Obtain approval for the départemental advertisement of vacancies; Arrange for placement of départemental vacancies: Compile long lists of all recruitment applications; Provide secretariate/support services to selection panel during selection processes; Facilitate/ Coordinate or render verification services on recommended candidates; Draft appointment submission and letters on the outcome of interview processes for posts graded as allocated.; Handling all recruitment related enquiries in the department. Provide Human Resource Information and Knowledge Management Services to the Department, including: Maintain an up to date data basis of Recruitment information; Gather and analyse information related to best Recruitment and sélection practices; Identify needs for clarification within the Recruitment process; Promote correct Recruitment practices within the Office of the Premier; and Provide reports on Recruitment matters to the Département.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. L.V. Nqoko-Rametse Tel No: 051 405 4756

 
FREE STATE OFFICE OF THE PREMIER
 
Free State Department of the Premier is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representativity (race, gender and disability) in the Department through the filling of positions and candidates whose appointment/promotion/transfer will promote representativity; will receive preference.
 
APPLICATIONS : Posted to Ms. Petro Norval, Office of the Premier, Human Resources Advice, Co-ordination and Management Directorate, P.O Box 517, Bloemfontein, 9300 or Hand delivered to: Petro Norval, Room 5, Ground floor, O.R Tambo House, Bloemfontein or e-mail to recruitment@fspremier.gov.za
 
CLOSING DATE : 15 July 2022
 

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NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department. All applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV. Communication from the HR of the department regarding the submission of certifies copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date. Applications must be submitted to the address mentioned in the advertisement. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability check. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification on appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. Applications from people with disabilities are welcomed.

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OTHER POSTS
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: JOB EVALUATION AND BUSINESS PROCESS RE-ENGINEERING REF NO: 12/2022
SALARY : R382 245 per annum (Level 09), (A basic salary)
CENTRE : Bloemfontein
 
REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma in Organisational Development field (NQF Level 6). 5 Years’ experience in the Organisational Design/ Job Evaluation field. Knowledge of Organisational Design principles, legislation and processes. Knowledge of Job Evaluation processes, legislation and principles. Knowledge of BPM legislation, principles and legislation. Knowledge of Job Description legislation, policies and processes. Organising, presentation and Communication skills.
 
DUTIES : Implement, advice and support Provincial Departments with Organisational Design, including: Analyse proposed changes to organisational structures of Provincial Departments in line with relevant legislation, directives and organisational design principles; Provide feedback on proposed changes to organisational structures as received for consultation in line with Organisational Design Principles; Support Provincial Departments with proposed changes to organisational structures; Liaise with the Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) with consultation of proposed changes to organisational structures to finalise the consultation process for final consideration by the respective Department; Report on the status of organisational design interventions of allocated Provincial Departments. Implement Organisational Design within the Office of the Premier, including: Analyse the organisational structure in terms of proposed changes to the organisational structure; Draft proposals in terms of the proposed changes to the organisational structure; Submit draft reports in line with relevant legislation and policies on proposed changes to organisational structures. Implement, advice and support Provincial Departments with Job Evaluation, including: Support Provincial Department with job evaluation; Provide advice to Provincial Departments in terms of Job Evaluation; Draft schedules of posts to be presented at the PQA; Inform PQA members and relevant Job Analysts of PQA meetings; Attend the Provincial JE Quality Assurance Committee (PQA); Render secretariat services to the PQA; Provide input on the Provincial JE Policy. Job Evaluate posts within the Office of the Premier, including: Collect information on allocated job; Conduct job evaluation interview with relevant officials; Capture job information on the job evaluation system; Present the post to the Departmental Provincial Job Evaluation Committee (DPQA) and thereafter to the PQA for consideration; Draft a report on the outcome of the job evaluation for consideration to be implemented; Assist with the job evaluation of posts every 60 calendar months; Maintain a register of posts job evaluated. Implement, advice and support Provincial Departments with Business Process Management (BPM), including: Support Provincial Departments with business process management and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs); Provide advice to Provincial Departments in terms of BPM and SOPs; Report on the status of BPM and SOPs within allocated Provincial Departments. Implement Business Process Management within the Office of the Premier, including: Collect information of services to be captured from relevant officials and management; Draft Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for relevant service; Consult draft SOP with relevant officials; Draft Business Process Map (BPMs) of relevant service in line with policy and standards of BPM; Analyse process for improvement and amend accordingly when needed; Draft report to obtain approval for the draft SOP and BPMs for implementation; Maintain register for SOP and BPM s. Implement, advice and support Provincial Departments with Job Descriptions, including: Support Provincial Departments with job description administration; Provide advice to Provincial Departments with the development or implementation of job descriptions; Report on the status of job description administration within allocated Provincial Departments; Provide input into the Provincial Job Description Policy. Implement Job Description Administration within the Office of the Premier, including: Support supervisors with the review of job description; Provide advice to officials on job descriptions; assist with the review of job descriptions every 60 calendar months; Maintain a register of job descriptions.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. C. Ledwaba Tel No: 051 405 5774
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT MANAGEMENT REF NO: 13/2022 (X2 POSTS)
SALARY : R382 245 per annum (Level 09), (A basic salary)
CENTRE : Bloemfontein
 
REQUIREMENTS : Appropriate qualification (NQF Level 6) preferably in the Management Advisory Services field. 3-5 years experience in the Performance Management or similar environment. Provide Training in Performance Management. Knowledge of Policy analysis, Evaluation mechanisms, systems and processes, Organisational and Structural Design, Performance Management principles and Basic Training Principles. Analytical, planning, Inter-personal, communication, training & presenting skills.
 
DUTIES : The implementation of Performance Management for salary levels 1-12 within the Office of the Premier to enhance productivity & service delivery, including: Render advice on the implementation of Performance Management Systems; Implementation of Provincial and National Policies; Implementation of National Directives affecting performance management implementation ; Participate in Performance Management Committees; Render secretariat services for Performance Management Committees and other relevant Bodies; Assist with the research on Performance Management implementation and Systems; Render advice/guidance and compile performance agreements, including Job Descriptions.; Conduct quality assurance on performance agreements and performance assessments; Assist with performance improvement within the Department; Build capacity on performance management within the Department; Conduct surveys and analysis of outcomes; Preparation and presentation of all performance related documentation at various committees/for a Review and respond to grievances. The co-ordination of Performance Management for salary levels 1-12 within the Free State Provincial Government to facilitate provincial compliance and service delivery., including: Render advice and guidance on: implementation of Performance Management Systems; implementation of Provincial and National Policies; implementation of National Directives affecting performance management implementation; performance agreements and assessments; best practices; Job Descriptions; Departmental committees. Monitor and report on Provincial implementation of and compliance with Performance Management Directives, Policies and Systems; Participate in Provincial Performance Management Committees/For a; Render secretariat services for Provincial Performance Management Committees/For a; Assist with the research on Performance Management implementation and Systems; Assist with performance improvement within Provincial Departments; Conduct surveys and analysis; Consolidation and analysis of provincial information for reporting to FOHOD, EXCO and DPSA; Monitoring and co-ordination Roadshows. The provisioning of training to facilitate the proper implementation of the Performance Management Systems, including: Maintain training material to remain relevant to Policies, Regulations and Directives; Keep a data base of all trained officials; Make relevant logistical arrangements; Produce and re-produce training material; Design and implement practical training exercises; Capacity building/training roadshows.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. C. Ledwaba Tel No: 051 405 5774
 
 
 
 
 
SECRETARY TO THE DIRECTOR: ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT REF NO: 14/2022
SALARY : R176 310 per annum. (Level 05), (A basic salary)
CENTRE : Bloemfontein
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 with typing as a subject or any other training/qualification. Secretarial experience within a middle/senior management office. Knowledge of telephone etiquette, records management and office administration. Language, basic written communication, computer and organizing skills.
 
DUTIES : Provides a secretarial/receptionist support service to the Manager, including: Co-ordination of telephone calls, e.g. receive telephone calls and refers the calls to the correct role players if not meant for the Manager; Records appointments and events in the diary of the Manager; Types documents for the Manager and other staff within the unit; Operates office equipment like fax machines and photocopiers. Provides a clerical support service to the Manager, including: Liaises with travel agencies to make travel arrangements. Checks the arrangements when the relevant documents are received; Arranges meetings and events for the Manager and staff in the unit. Identify venues, invites role players, organizes refreshments and sets up schedules for meetings and events; Processes travel and subsistence claims for the unit; Processes all invoices that emanate from the activities of the work of the Manager; Drafts basic minutes of the meetings of the Manager where required; Drafts routine correspondence, reports and other documentation; Does filing for the Manager and unit according to the Archives Act.; Administers matters like leave registers and telephone accounts; Receives, records and distributes all incoming and outgoing documents; Coordinates the procurement of standard items like stationary and refreshments; Collects all relevant documents to enable the Manager to prepare for meetings.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. C. Ledwaba Tel No: 051 405 5774

FREE STATE OFFICE OF THE PREMIER
 
Free State Office of the Premier is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representativity (race, gender and disability) in the Department through the filling of these posts and candidates whose appointment/promotion/transfer will promote representativity will receive preference. 
 
APPLICATIONS : Posted to: Ms. Petro Norval, Office of the Premier, Human Resources Advice, Co-ordination and Management Directorate, PO Box 517, Bloemfontein, 9300 or Hand delivered to: Petro Norval, Room 5, Ground floor, OR Tambo House, Bloemfontein or e-mail petro.norval@fspremier.gov.za
 
CLOSING DATE : 4 April 2022 
 

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NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department. All applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV, copies of all educational qualifications and supporting documents such as an identity document, drivers’ licence etc. Such copies need not be certified when applying for the post. The communication from the HR of the department regarding the requirements for certified document will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date. Applications must be submitted to the address mentioned in the advertisement. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification on appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. Applications from people with disabilities are welcomed.

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MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
OFFICE MANAGER: OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR GENERAL, REF NO: 08/2022 
SALARY : R1 073 187 per annum. (Level 13) (An all-inclusive salary package) The remuneration package includes a basic salary, State’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion; and may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A SAQA recognized undergraduate or equivalent qualification (NQF Level 7); and a minimum of 5 years appropriate experience at middle/senior managerial level in the private or public sector. Potential applicants for posts in the Senior Management Service as well as existing SMS members who which to progress to higher levels within the SMS are expected to successfully complete the compulsory pre-entry Certificate for entry into the SMS which took effect on 1 April 2020 (Full details can be sourced by following the link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Individual applicants are expected to pay for the course and may enrol for it at a cost of R265.00. The duration of the course is 120 hours). No applicant will be appointed in the absence of the certificate. Key Competencies And Skills: Knowledge and understanding of public service policies and procedures. Working knowledge of the functioning of Provincial Government. Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Have the ability to execute research and analyse complex information to compile documents. Co-ordinate and integrate the activities of the office. Work under pressure. Excellent interpersonal relations skills. 
 
DUTIES : It will be expected of the successful candidate to perform the following duties: Manage Engagements of the Director-General, including: Ensure that the Personal Assistant compile realistic programmes of appointments and journeys for the Director-General; Liaise with and/or sensitize the Director-General regarding priority appointments. Render administrative support services, including: Set up and maintain systems in the Office of the Director-General that will contribute towards improving efficiency in the office; Ensure, oversee and advise on the effective flow of information and documents to and from the Office of the Director-General; Oversee the safekeeping of all documentation in the Office of the Director-General; Oversee responses drafted by the Personal Assistant on enquiries received from internal and external stakeholders; Draft responses with regard to more complex issues for internal and external stakeholders; Prioritise issues in the Office of the Director-General; Co-ordinate and compile reports of a transverse nature for the Director-General and advise/sensitize the Director-General on reports to be submitted by Provincial Departments, Municipalities, Components etc; Follow-up on reports to be submitted by Provincial Departments, Municipalities, Components, etc. to the Office of the Director-General; Develop presentations and speeches for the Director-General. Execute research, analyse information and compile complex documents for the Director-General, including: Research and compile comprehensive documents (not linked to a specific line function) for the Director General with regard to issues forthcoming from meetings such as FOHOD, Municipal Managers meeting etc; Compile EXCO Memoranda and memoranda with regard to sensitive issues that are not linked to a specific line function; Scrutinize complex submissions/reports and make abbreviated notes and/or recommendations for the Director-General. Provide support to the Director-General with regard to meetings, including: Scrutinise documents to determine actions/information/documents required for the meeting; Record minutes/decisions and communicate to relevant role-players, follow-up on progress made and prepare briefing notes for the Director-General; Arrange for the placements of items on the agenda of meetings chaired by the Director-General and to ensure circulation of accompanying memoranda; Ensure that the logistical arrangements for meetings are executed. Manage the budget of the Office of the Director-General, including: Determine and collate information with regard to the budget needs of the Office of the Director-General; Keep record of expenditure commitments, monitor expenditure and alert the Director-General with regard to possible over- and under spending; Identify the need to move funds between items and compile submissions for this purpose. Remain up to date with regard to the applicable prescripts/policies and procedures applicable to his/her work terrain to ensure effective and efficient support to the Director-General, including: Studies the relevant Public Service and departmental prescripts/policies and other documents and ensure that the application thereof is understood properly; Remain abreast with the procedures and processes that apply in the Office of the Director-General. Build the necessary capacity with regard to Office Support in the Offices of Heads of Department in the FSPG, including: Liaise and communicate on a regular basis with the Offices of Heads of Department and ensure that Support Personnel of Heads of Department understand how the FSPG functions and the expectations with regard to documents to be submitted to the Office of the Director-General; Co-ordinate and advice on the necessary training programmes for Office Support Staff in the Offices of the Heads of Department. The management of resources to ensure that the objectives of the component are achieved, including: Management of staff within the Sub-Directorate; The development of Job Descriptions within the Sub-Directorate; The performance management of staff within the Sub-Directorate; Facilitation of training interventions; Give strategic direction, guidance and advice to staff within the Sub-Directorate 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. A.J. Venter, DDG: Corporate Administration and Coordination, Cell: 0825538178 
 
NOTE : The successful candidate will be required to enter into a performance agreement within 3 months after assumption of duty; and will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 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 competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools.

 
FREE STATE OFFICE OF THE PREMIER
 
Free State Office of the Premier is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representativity (race, gender and disability) in the Department through the filling of positions and candidates whose appointment/promotion/transfer will promote representativity; will receive preference. 
 
APPLICATIONS : Posted to Ms. Petro Norval, Office of the Premier, Human Resources Advice, Co-ordination and Management Directorate, P.O Box 517, Bloemfontein, 9300 or Hand delivered to: Petro Norval, Room 5, Ground floor, O.R Tambo House, Bloemfontein or e-mail to petro.norval@fspremier.gov.za. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 28 March 2022 
 

 
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department. All applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV, copies of all educational qualifications and supporting documents such as an identity document, drivers’ license etc. Such copies need not be certified when applying for the post. The communication from the HR of the department regarding the requirements for certified document will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date. Applications must be submitted to the address mentioned in the advertisement. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification on appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. Applications from people with disabilities are welcomed.

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OTHER POSTS
 
 
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER: OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR GENERAL REF NO: 06/2022 
SALARY : R261 372 per annum (Level 07), A basic salary 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 or equivalent qualification. Supply Chain Management and BAS certificates. Relevant administrative experience in Supply Chain Management, Financial Management and Budget administration. Knowledge of Basic Personnel administration, BAS, Treasury Regulations and Financial Regulations. Literacy, financial management, computer literacy and informal training skills. 
 
DUTIES : It will be expected of the successful candidate to perform the following duties: Implement financial administration to support the Manager with financial administration, including: Develops and assists in the managing of the Directorate’s budget to ensure cost effectiveness; Exercises expenditure control to ensure the effective utilisation of funds; Handles all matters pertaining to the FMS to reconcile expenditure; Follows up audit queries to supply the Manager with the required information; and Handles monthly private telephone accounts to ensure timely collection and paying in of amounts due to the cashier. Render supply chain management support services to the Manager, including: Obtain quotations and complete the request forms/ submissions for ordering stationary/ equipment; Acts as Loss Control Liaison Officer to report all losses in the Directorate to the Loss Control Officer; and Acts as Sub Inventory Controller to control all the equipment in the Directorate. Render general support services to the Directorate, including: Handles all matters pertaining to personnel enquiries in the Directorate; Represents the Directorate on the Health and Safety Committee of the Department; Handle travel and accommodation arrangements for officials of the Directorate to ensure coordinated and cost effective travelling as well as handling of subsistence and travel claims; and Liaise with service providers to ensure the maintenance of equipment (Facsimile, photocopy machine, etc.). Supervises and controls resources to ensure a satisfactory workflow and service delivery, including: Supervising of downline staff within Office of the Director-General; The evaluation of performance of downline staff within the Office of the Director-General; and Give guidance and advice to downline staff within the Office of the Director-General. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. S.C. Polelo Tel No: 051 405 5801 
 
 
 
 
 
REGISTRY CLERK (DIRECTOR GENERAL’S OFFICE) REF NO: 07/2022 
SALARY : R176 310 per annum (Level 05), A basic salary 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 certificate or equivalent qualification. Knowledge of registry duties, practices as well as the ability to capture date, and operate computer. Working knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework governing the Public Service. Understanding of the work in registry. Planning, organizing and language skills. 
 
DUTIES : It will be expected of the successful candidate to perform the following duties: To Provide registry counter services, including: Attend to clients; Handle telephonic and other enquiries received; and Receive and register hand delivered mail/files. Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, including: Receive all mail; Sort, register and dispatch mail; and Distribute notices on registry issues. Render an effective filing and record management service, including Opening and close files according to record classification system; Filing/storage, tracing (electronically/manually) and retrieval of documents and files; and complete index cards for all files. Operate office machines in relation to the registry function, including Open and maintain Franking machine register; Frank post, record money and update register on a daily basis; Undertake spot checks on post to ensure no private post is included; Lock post in postbag for messengers to deliver to Post Office; Open & maintain remittance register; Record all valuable articles as prescribed in the remittance register; Hand delivers and signs over remittances to finance; Send wrong remittances back to sender via registered post and record reference number in register; and Keep daily record of amount of letters franked. Process documents for archiving and/ disposal, including Electronic scanning of files; Sort and package files for archives and distribution; Compile list of documents to be archived and submit to the supervisor; and Keep records for archived documents. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. S.C. Polelo Tel No: 051 405 5801

 
FREE STATE OFFICE OF THE PREMIER
 
Free State Office of the Premier is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representativity (race, gender and disability) in the Department through the filling of positions and candidates whose appointment/promotion/transfer will promote representativity; will receive preference. 
 
APPLICATIONS : Posted to Ms. Petro Norval, Office of the Premier, Human Resources Advice, Co-ordination and Management Directorate, P.O Box 517, Bloemfontein, 9300 or Hand delivered to: Petro Norval, Room 5, Ground floor, O.R Tambo House, Bloemfontein or e-mail to petro.norval@fspremier.gov.za.
 
CLOSING DATE : 04 March 2022
 

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NOTE : Applications must be submitted on a new Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department and must be accompanied by copies of qualifications; driver's license, identity document and a C.V. Such copies need not be certified when applying for the post. The communication from the HR of the department regarding the requirements for certified document will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Applicants are requested to complete the new Z83 form properly and in full. If a Z83 could not be obtained, a comprehensive CV should be submitted as application. The following information should be included in the CV: Personal information – Surname, Name, ID number, Driver’s License, Race, Gender, Disability, Nationality and an indication of criminal offences; Contact details; Language Proficiency; Qualifications; Work experience and References. (Separate application for every vacancy should be submitted).
Applications without a reference number or a clear indication of the post for which you apply will not be considered. Applications received after the closing date and those that do not comply with these requirements will not be considered. The onus is on the applicants to ensure that their applications are posted or hand delivered timeously. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). The successful candidate will be subjected to the verification of qualifications, employee reference checks, criminal record check as well as vetting where necessary. Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification on appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. Applications from people with disabilities are welcomed.

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OTHER POST
 
 
STATE LAW ADVISOR GRADE 1 REF NO: 05/2022
(Re-advertisement)
SALARY : R774 660 per annum (LP-7), an all-inclusive salary package, (OSD)
CENTRE : Bloemfontein
 
REQUIREMENTS : LLB degree. Minimum of 5 years appropriate post qualification litigation/advisory experience. Knowledge of legislation and case law relating to administrative law, promotion of access to information, protection of personal information, procurement law, the law of contract, interpretation of statutes and other areas of South African law applicable to the public sector. Research and legal writing skills. Innovative problem solving skills. Analytical, presentation and computer literacy skills.
 
DUTIES : It will be expected of the successful candidate to perform the following duties: Attend consultations with Departmental officials and provide advice and guidance on both procedural and substantive legal issues, including: Analyse procedural and substantive legal issues Advise client department on the legal matters; Guide relevant stakeholders on the legal matters; Draft advice and/or guidance report/s on the legal matters. Negotiate, draft and edit contracts, including: Consult client departments on contracts; Consider content of the contracts against relevant legislation; Edit contracts to be aligned to relevant legislation; Draft contracts according to relevant legislation and needs of the client department; and Consult with relevant stakeholders of the contract.  Provide legal advice and legal opinions to MECs, Heads of Department and other departmental officials on procedural and substantive legal issues, including: Determine the legal issues that need to be assisted with; Consider the relevant legislation and case law of the legal matter; Consult with relevant client department on the legal matter; and Draft legal opinion or advice on the legal matter. Draft legal correspondence and replies, including: Consult the client department on the legal matters; Consider the relevant legislation and case law on the legal matters; and Draft correspondence and replies on the legal matters. Manage all aspects of litigation on behalf of client departments.
 
ENQUIRIES : Adv. KJC Ditira, Cell: 0764020050

 
FREE STATE OFFICE OF THE PREMIER
 
Free State Provincial Government is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representativity (race, gender and disability) in the province through the filling of these posts and candidates whose appointment/promotion/transfer will promote representativity will receive preference. 
 
APPLICATIONS : Mr. AJ Venter, Head: Corporate Administration, Office of the Premier, Attention: Ms J Kleynhans, PO Box 517, Bloemfontein, 9300, Room 406, OR Tambo House, St Andrew Street, Bloemfontein, 9301, E-mail: joann.kleynhans@fspremier.gov.za
 
CLOSING DATE : 25 February 2022 at 16:00 
 

 
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department. All applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV, copies of all educational qualifications and supporting documents such as an identity document, drivers’ licence etc. Such copies need not be certified when applying for the post. The communication from the HR of the department regarding the requirements for certified document will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date. Faxed or e-mailed applications may be submitted, subject to subsequent verification. Applications must be submitted to the address mentioned in the advertisement. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification on appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. Applications from people with disabilities are welcomed. 
 
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MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
HEAD OF DEPARTMENT: DEPARTMENT OF POLICE, ROADS AND TRANSPORT HOD: PR&T 
(5 year employment contract position) 
SALARY : R1 978 533 per annum, all-inclusive remuneration package, Plus a 10% non-pensionable Head of Department allowance. The remuneration package consists of the basic salary, the Government’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion, which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion and which may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein (Dept. of Police, Roads and Transport) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : The candidate must be in possession of an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) and a post graduate qualification (NQF level 8) as recognized by SAQA as well as 8 – 10 years of experience at a senior management level (at least 3 years of which must be with any organ of State as defined in the Constitution, Act 108 of 1996) Potential applicants for posts in the Senior Management Service as well as existing SMS members who will progress to higher levels within the SMS are expected to successfully complete the compulsory pre-entry Certificate for entry into the SMS which took effect on 1 April 2020 (Full details can be sourced by following the link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Individual applicants are expected to pay for the course and may enrol for it at a cost of R265.00. The duration of the course is 120 hours). No applicant will be appointed in the absence of the certificate. The candidate must have knowledge, skills, training and competencies in the principles of Corporate Governance; dynamic professional leadership abilities, as well as strategic, financial and people management skills; the ability to initiate and support organisational transformation and change, explore and implement new ways of delivering services that contribute to the promotion of the area of responsibility of the particular department in the province; the highest standard of ethical and moral conduct; and a thorough understanding of the issues relating to the area of responsibility of the particular department within the Free State Province and South Africa. Recommendation: A post graduate qualification in any of the areas of responsibility of the particular department and/or management will be a recommendation. 
 
DUTIES : To perform all the functions and the responsibilities attached to the post as Head of the Department in terms of the Public Service Act and the Regulations issued in terms thereof, which inter alia include the efficient management and administration of the Department, the effective utilisation and training of staff, the maintenance of discipline, the promotion of sound labour relations and the proper use and care of state property, including the rendering of efficient and effective management systems to the Department which include resource management, financial management, information management and pro-active communication systems, as well as such functions, which may be prescribed. To function as Accounting Officer of the Department in terms of the Public Finance Management Act, the Treasury Regulations, and any other law. This successful candidate will also be responsible to: Assist with the development of appropriate policies relevant to the particular department and advise the MEC in this regard; ensure the effective implementation of Government Policies in the relevant areas of responsibility of the department mentioned and the Public Service as well as Provincial and National legislation relevant to the Portfolio; provide the MEC with sufficient information and advice to enable him/her to make sound and informed decisions in terms of his/her portfolio; to develop and implement a Strategic and Annual Performance Plan of the department in support of the implementation of the priorities and objectives of the particular department; and such other responsibilities as may be directed. Although the candidate is based in Bloemfontein, the post may require extensive traveling, both domestically and internationally. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. AJ Venter, Deputy Director General: Corporate Administration and Coordination: Cell: 0825538178 
 
NOTE : These appointments are subject to the signing of an employment contract, not exceeding a term of five years, a security clearance of top secret, a competency assessment and an annual performance agreement. The successful candidate will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 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. Nominated candidates must attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. 

 
FREE STATE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT 
 
CLOSING DATE : 04 February 2022 
 

 
NOTE : All applications must be submitted in a New Z83 form obtainable on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies,asp or obtainable from any Public Service Department and must be accompanied by (1) a comprehensive CV, and (2) copies of all qualifications (including matriculation), identity document and valid driver’s licence (where is required) as one document in a PDF format (Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents/copies on or before the day of the interviews). It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Candidates whose appointments promote representativity in terms of race, gender and disability will receive preference. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks (criminal record check, citizenship verification, qualification/study verification and previous employment verification). Applications received after the closing date will not Be Considered Note: All short-listed candidates will be required to undertake writing/presentation exercises. The successful candidate will be required to write a competency assessment, sign an annual performance agreement, disclose his/her financial interests and be subjected to security clearance. Disclaimer Considering restrictions on travel during phases 5 to 1 of lockdown levels, you are encouraged to e-mail your application with the relevant supporting documentation. You must quote the reference number in the subject line. The successful candidate will not be appointed before completion of the Pre-entry Certificate for SMS positions as prescribed by the DPSA Please note: The candidate(s) will be required to sign an annual performance agreement, disclose his/her financial interests and be subjected to security clearance. 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. Candidates will be required to undergo SMS Competency Assessment. No appointment will take place without the successful completion of pre-entry certificate and submission thereof. For more details on the pre-entry course visit: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/.

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MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
CHIEF DIRECTOR: SPECIALIST SOCIAL SERVICES REF NO: DSDFS 01/22 
SALARY : R1 251 183 per annum (Level 14), (an all-inclusive package). The remuneration package consists of the basic salary, the Government’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion, which may be structured in terms of the rules for structuring of the flexible portion and which may include a 13thcheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance 
CENTRE : Provincial Office (Bloemfontein) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA. Five (5) years relevant experience at a Senior Managerial Level. The candidate must have sound knowledge: White Paper on Social Welfare, Integrated Service Delivery model and reviewed Social Welfare Services Framework and Social Welfare Legislations. The candidate must have strategic capabilities and leadership skills, change management skills, problem solving and conflict management, people management and conflict management, people management and empowering skills, knowledge management and networking skills. Values/attitudes: Batho Pele principles. 
 
DUTIES : Oversee the provision of strategic direction to the specialist social services and Programmes. Manage and coordinate all activities towards ensuring the effective and efficient functioning of the Chief Directorate. Facilitating implementation of the following Sub Programmes: HIV/AIDS, Anti-Substance Abuse, Social Crime Prevention and Victim Empowerment and Support Programmes, Provide leadership, management, planning and coordination of the functions of the Chief Directorate. Facilitate programme implementation, monitoring and reporting on the planned strategic outputs and outcomes of the Chief Directorate. Ensure integration and coordination of services with sector departments and all other relevant partners. Ensure compliance with key legislative and other regulatory requirements applicable to the Chief Directorate of the Department, by managing the development of policies in respect Specialist Social Services. Manage the review process of policies in line with new developments or amended legislation. Ensure the participation in formation of policy/legislation at National and Provincial level. Ensure the prompt and accurate response to Auditor General findings and queries based on AG timeframes. Ensure sound financial management within the Chief Directorate, by developing and managing the budget of the Chief Directorate, ensure expenditure of the allocated budget with the prescripts of PFMA and other policies and legislations, ensure the implementation of financial controls within the Chief Directorate, prevent unauthorized, irregular, fruitless and wasteful expenditure and report non- compliance to the CFO. Overall manage and development of the resources of the Chief Directorate. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Adv TJ Phahlo Tel No: 082 0440 057 
 
 
 
 
 
DIRECTOR: INSTITUTIONAL CAPACITY BUILDING AND SUPPORT REF NO: DSDFS 02/22 
SALARY : R1 057 326 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive Remuneration Package) structured as follows: Basic salary – 70% of package, State contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund 13% of basic salary. The remaining flexible portion may be structured in terms of the applicable remuneration rules. 
CENTRE : Provincial Office (Bloemfontein) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA. Five (5) years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level. Relevant/appropriate experience. Knowledge of NPO Sector, NPO Act. The candidate must have ability to work under pressure, Ability to work in a team. 
 
DUTIES : Strategically plan, guide, coordinate and manage the development and successful implementation of the departmental policies and strategies as well as services in the Department in line with National and Provincial frameworks: Ensure that funded and unfunded NPOs are capacitated in terms of the NPO Act and other relevant prescripts. Facilitate the registration of NPOs (emerging and existing CBO’s and FBO’s with National DSD. Facilitate the establishment of Integrated NPO Forums at Provincial, District and Local/Municipal levels in collaboration with other service delivery partner. Assess the quality of service delivery by NPOs which receive financial awards from the Department of Social development through structured processes of Financial Monitoring and Compliance. Ensure the development of the Directorates’ 5- year Strategic Plan, 3 year Performance Plan and Annual Business Plan in line with priorities as set out in the Free State Growth and Development Strategy and monitor the performance of the Directorate against its strategic objectives, including implementing remedial steps where and when necessary towards improving the performance of Directorate. Represent the Department and participate in National and Provincial Committees and fora on matters related to the above. Manage, plan and co-ordinate all resources in the Directorate in line with departmental policies and strategies, which includes the budget, human resources, equipment, official vehicles. etc. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. W Direko Tel No: 066 4876 191 
 
 
 
 
 
 
DIRECTOR: SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT REF NO: DSDFS 03/22 
SALARY : R1 057 326 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive salary package) structured as follows: Basic salary – 70% of package, State contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund 13% of basic salary. The remaining flexible portion may be structured in terms of the applicable remuneration rules. 
CENTRE : Provincial Office (Bloemfontein) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Financial Management/ Public Administration/ logistics/Purchasing or equivalent qualification as recognized by SAQA, coupled with a minimum of 5 years middle/senior managerial level experience in supply chain management. A valid driver’s license. Knowledge and skills: Knowledge of code of conduct for Supply Chain Management Practitioners, Knowledge of LOGIS, BAS,CSD and other relevant information management systems and Public Service SCM policies and procedures. Interpersonal relations skills, communication, negotiation skills, facilitation, presentation, report writing computer literacy skills, honesty and integrity, problem solving and decision making skills. 
 
DUTIES : Maintain and improve the departmental supply chain management system in line with legislative requirements and National Treasury’s norms and standards. Manage and direct the provision of demand and acquisition management service. Develop efficient and cost-effective supply chain strategies. Manage the departmental bidding process i.e. specification, evaluation and adjudication processes in line with relevant policies and standard operating procedures. Responsible for asset management and disposal. Establish and maintain proper control systems for departmental assets and mechanisms aimed at eliminating theft and losses, wastage and misuse of assets. Manage and direct the provision of contract management services Manage Service Level Agreements (SLA’s) with suppliers and service providers. Effective and efficient inventory management. Effective and efficient fleet management. Manage the allocated resources in line with legislative and departmental policy directives and comply with corporate governance and planning imperatives. 
 
ENQUIRIE : Ms. JF Maphisa Tel No: 066 4384 844 
APPLICATIONS : Applications must be submitted electronically via email to recruitment@fssocdev.gov.za for attention of Ms. MV Mophethe, Tel No: 0835559270 or The Department of Social Development, Private Bag X20616, Bloemfontein 9300. Applications may be also be submitted at the Old Standard Bank Building, placed in an application box at Cnr Charlotte Maxeke and West Burger Street, Bloemfontein.

 
FREE STATE OFFICE OF THE PREMIER
 
Free State Provincial Government is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representativity (race, gender and disability) in the province through the filling of these posts and candidates whose appointment/promotion/transfer will promote representativity will receive preference. 
 
MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 

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HEAD OF DEPARTMENT: DEPARTMENT OF. COOPERATAIVE GOVERNANCE AND TRADITIONAL AFFAIRS REF NO: HOD: COGTA 
SALARY : R1 978 533 per annum, (all-inclusive remuneration package) Plus a 10% non-pensionable Head of Department allowance. The remuneration package consists of the basic salary, the Government’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion, which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion and which may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein (Dept. of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : The candidate must be in possession of an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) and a post graduate qualification (NQF level 8) as recognized by SAQA as well as 8 – 10 years of experience at a senior management level. (At least 3 years of which must be with any organ of State as defined in the Constitution, Act 108 of 1996) Potential applicants for posts in the Senior Management Service as well as existing SMS members who will progress to higher levels within the SMS are expected to successfully complete the compulsory pre-entry Certificate for entry into the SMS which took effect on 1 April 2020. (Full details can be sourced by following the link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/.  Individual applicants are expected to pay for the course and may enrol for it at a cost of R265.00. The duration of the course is 120 hours.) No appointment to successful applicant will be concluded in the absence of the certificate. The candidate must have knowledge, skills, training and competencies in the principles of Corporate Governance; dynamic professional leadership abilities, as well as strategic, financial and people management skills; the ability to initiate and support organizational transformation and change, explore and implement new ways of delivering services that contribute to the promotion of the area of responsibility of the particular department in the province; the highest standard of ethical and moral conduct; and a thorough understanding of the issues relating to the area of responsibility of the particular department within the Free State Province and South Africa. Recommendation: A post graduate qualification in any of the areas of responsibility of the particular department and/or management will be a recommendation. 
 
DUTIES : To perform all the functions and the responsibilities attached to the post as Head of the Department in terms of the Public Service Act and the Regulations issued in terms thereof, which inter alia include the efficient management and administration of the Department, the effective utilization and training of staff, the maintenance of discipline, the promotion of sound labour relations and the proper use and care of state property, including the rendering of efficient and effective management systems to the Department which include resource management, financial management, information management and pro-active communication systems, as well as such functions, which may be prescribed. To function as Accounting Officer of the Department in terms of the Public Finance Management Act and the Treasury Regulations. Any other responsibility required by law. This candidate will also be responsible to: Assist with the development of appropriate policies relevant to the particular department and advise the MEC in this regard; ensure the effective implementation of Government Policies in the relevant areas of responsibility of the department mentioned and the Public Service as well as Provincial and National legislation relevant to the Portfolio; provide the MEC with sufficient information and advice to enable him/her to make sound and informed decisions in terms of his/her portfolio; to develop and implement a Strategic and Annual Performance Plan for the department in support of the implementation of the priorities and objectives of the particular department; and such other responsibilities as may be directed. Although the candidate is based in Bloemfontein, the post may require extensive traveling, both domestically and internationally.
  
ENQUIRIES : Mr. AJ Venter Tel No: 051 – 405 4926 
APPLICATIONS : Mr. AJ Venter, Head: Corporate Administration, Office of the Premier, Attention: Ms J Kleynhans, PO Box 517, Bloemfontein, 9300, Room 406, OR Tambo House, St Andrew Street, Bloemfontein, 9301, E-mail: joann.kleynhans@fspremier.gov.za,  Fax: 051 – 405 4955 
 
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 form, obtainable from any public service Department. All applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV, copies of all educational qualifications and supporting documents such as an identity document, drivers’ licence etc. Such copies need not be certified when applying for the post. The communication from the HR of the department regarding the requirements for certified document will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date. Faxed or e-mailed applications may be submitted, subject to subsequent verification. Applications must be submitted to the address mentioned in the advertisement. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification on appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. Applications from people with disabilities are welcomed. These appointments are subject to the signing of an employment contract, not exceeding a term of five years, a security clearance of top secret, a competency assessment and an annual performance agreement. The successful candidate will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 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. Nominated candidates must attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 04 February 2022 at 16:00


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HEAD OF DEPARTMENT: DEPARTMENT OF. SPORT, ARTS CULTURE AND RECREATION REF NO: HOD: SPORT 
SALARY : R1 978 533 per annum, (all-inclusive remuneration package) Plus a 10% non-pensionable Head of Department allowance. The remuneration package consists of the basic salary, the Government’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion, which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion and which may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein (Dept. of Sport, Arts Culture and Recreation) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : The candidate must be in possession of an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) and a post graduate qualification (NQF level 8) as recognized by SAQA as well as 8 – 10 years of experience at a senior management level. (At least 3 years of which must be with any organ of State as defined in the Constitution, Act 108 of 1996) Potential applicants for posts in the Senior Management Service as well as existing SMS members who will progress to higher levels within the SMS are expected to successfully complete the compulsory pre-entry Certificate for entry into the SMS which took effect on 1 April 2020. (Full details can be sourced by following the link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Individual applicants are expected to pay for the course and may enrol for it at a cost of R265.00. The duration of the course is 120 hours.) No appointment to successful applicant will be concluded in the absence of the certificate. The candidate must have knowledge, skills, training and competencies in the principles of Corporate Governance; dynamic professional leadership abilities, as well as strategic, financial and people management skills; the ability to initiate and support organizational transformation and change, explore and implement new ways of delivering services that contribute to the promotion of the area of responsibility of the particular department in the province; the highest standard of ethical and moral conduct; and a thorough understanding of the issues relating to the area of responsibility of the particular department within the Free State Province and South Africa. Recommendation: A post graduate qualification in any of the areas of responsibility of the particular department and/or management will be a recommendation. 
 
DUTIES : To perform all the functions and the responsibilities attached to the post as Head of the Department in terms of the Public Service Act and the Regulations issued in terms thereof, which inter alia include the efficient management and administration of the Department, the effective utilization and training of staff, the maintenance of discipline, the promotion of sound labour relations and the proper use and care of state property, including the rendering of efficient and effective management systems to the Department which include resource management, financial management, information management and pro-active communication systems, as well as such functions, which may be prescribed. fo function as Accounting Officer of the Department in terms of the Public Finance Management Act and the Treasury Regulations. Any other responsibility required by law. This candidate will also be responsible to: Assist with the development of appropriate policies relevant to the particular department and advise the MEC in this regard; ensure the effective implementation of Government Policies in the relevant areas of responsibility of the department mentioned and the Public Service as well as Provincial and National legislation relevant to the Portfolio; provide the MEC with sufficient information and advice to enable him/her to make sound and informed decisions in terms of his/her portfolio; to develop and implement a Strategic and Annual Performance Plan for the department in support of the implementation of the priorities and objectives of the particular department; and such other responsibilities as may be directed. Although the candidate is based in Bloemfontein, the post may require extensive traveling, both domestically and internationally. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. AJ Venter Tel No: 051 – 405 4926 
APPLICATIONS : Mr. AJ Venter, Head: Corporate Administration, Office of the Premier, Attention: Ms J Kleynhans, PO Box 517, Bloemfontein, 9300, Room 406, OR Tambo House, St Andrew Street, Bloemfontein, 9301, E-mail: joann.kleynhans@fspremier.gov.za,  Fax: 051 – 405 4955 
 
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 form, obtainable from any public service Department. All applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV, copies of all educational qualifications and supporting documents such as an identity document, drivers’ licence etc. Such copies need not be certified when applying for the post. The communication from the HR of the department regarding the requirements for certified document will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date. Faxed or e-mailed applications may be submitted, subject to subsequent verification. Applications must be submitted to the address mentioned in the advertisement. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification on appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. Applications from people with disabilities are welcomed. These appointments are subject to the signing of an employment contract, not exceeding a term of five years, a security clearance of top secret, a competency assessment and an annual performance agreement. The successful candidate will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 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. Nominated candidates must attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 04 February 2022 at 16:00 
 
 
 
 
 
 
HEAD OF DEPARTMENT: DEPARTMENT OF. HUMAN SETTLEMENTS REF NO: HOD: HS 
SALARY : R1 978 533 per annum, (all-inclusive remuneration package) Plus a 10% non-pensionable Head of Department allowance. The remuneration package consists of the basic salary, the Government’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion, which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion and which may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein (Dept. of Human Settlements) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : The candidate must be in possession of an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) and a post graduate qualification (NQF level 8) as recognized by SAQA as well as 8 – 10 years of experience at a senior management level. (At least 3 years of which must be with any organ of State as defined in the Constitution, Act 108 of 1996) Potential applicants for posts in the Senior Management Service as well as existing SMS members who will progress to higher levels within the SMS are expected to successfully complete the compulsory pre-entry Certificate for entry into the SMS which took effect on 1 April 2020. (Full details can be sourced by following the link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Individual applicants are expected to pay for the course and may enrol for it at a cost of R265.00. The duration of the course is 120 hours.) No appointment to successful applicant will be concluded in the absence of the certificate. The candidate must have knowledge, skills, training and competencies in the principles of Corporate Governance; dynamic professional leadership abilities, as well as strategic, financial and people management skills; the ability to initiate and support organizational transformation and change, explore and implement new ways of delivering services that contribute to the promotion of the area of responsibility of the particular department in the province; the highest standard of ethical and moral conduct; and a thorough understanding of the issues relating to the area of responsibility of the particular department within the Free State Province and South Africa. Recommendation: A post graduate qualification in any of the areas of responsibility of the particular department and/or management will be a recommendation. 
 
DUTIES : To perform all the functions and the responsibilities attached to the post as Head of the Department in terms of the Public Service Act and the Regulations issued in terms thereof, which inter alia include the efficient management and administration of the Department, the effective utilization and training of staff, the maintenance of discipline, the promotion of sound labour relations and the proper use and care of state property, including the rendering of efficient and effective management systems to the Department which include resource management, financial management, information management and pro-active communication systems, as well as such functions, which may be prescribed. To function as Accounting Officer of the Department in terms of the Public Finance Management Act and the Treasury Regulations. Any other responsibility required by law. This candidate will also be responsible to: Assist with the development of appropriate policies relevant to the particular department and advise the MEC in this regard; ensure the effective implementation of Government Policies in the relevant areas of responsibility of the department mentioned and the Public Service as well as Provincial and National legislation relevant to the Portfolio; provide the MEC with sufficient information and advice to enable him/her to make sound and informed decisions in terms of his/her portfolio; to develop and implement a Strategic and Annual Performance Plan for the department in support of the implementation of the priorities and objectives of the particular department; and such other responsibilities as may be directed. Although the candidate is based in Bloemfontein, the post may require extensive traveling, both domestically and internationally. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. AJ Venter Tel No: 051 – 405 4926 
APPLICATIONS : Mr. AJ Venter, Head: Corporate Administration, office of the Premier, Attention: Ms J Kleynhans, PO Box 517, Bloemfontein, 9300, Room 406, OR Tambo House, St Andrew Street, Bloemfontein, 9301, E-mail: joann.kleynhans@fspremier.gov.za,  Fax: 051 – 405 4955
 
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 form, obtainable from any public service Department. All applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV, copies of all educational qualifications and supporting documents such as an identity document, drivers’ licence etc. Such copies need not be certified when applying for the post. The communication from the HR of the department regarding the requirements for certified document will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date. Faxed or e-mailed applications may be submitted, subject to subsequent verification. Applications must be submitted to the address mentioned in the advertisement. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification on appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. Applications from people with disabilities are welcomed. These appointments are subject to the signing of an employment contract, not exceeding a term of five years, a security clearance of top secret, a competency assessment and an annual performance agreement. The successful candidate will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 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. Nominated candidates must attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 04 February 2022 at 16:00

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FREE STATE OFFICE OF THE PREMIER
 
Free State Department of the Premier is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representativity (race, gender and disability) in the Department through the filling of positions and candidates whose appointment/promotion/transfer will promote representativity; will receive preference. 
 
APPLICATIONS : Posted to Ms. Petro Norval, Office of the Premier, Human Resources Advice, Co-ordination and Management Directorate, P.O Box 517, Bloemfontein, 9300 or Hand delivered to: Petro Norval, Room 5, Ground floor, O.R Tambo House, Bloemfontein or e-mail to petro.norval@fspremier.gov.za. Kindly note that applicants needs to verify @ 051 4054757 whether application is received due to problems experience with our e-mail) 
 
CLOSING DATE : 03 December 2021 
 

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OTHER POST
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: BUDGET MANAGEMENT REF NO: 04/2021 
SALARY : R744 255 per annum (Level 11), (An all-inclusive salary package). The remuneration package includes a basic salary, Annual Service Bonus, the Employer’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion; and may include Medical Aid contribution, 13th cheque, motor car allowance, housing allowance and non-pensionable cash allowance. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 7), as recognized by SAQA, preferably in the Financial Management Studies. A minimum of 3 years of experience in the management of Financial Management and policies/strategies or similar environment. Knowledge of relevant National & Provincial legislations, Public Administration, Budget Management, Treasury and Financial Regulations. The candidate should possess the following skills: Decision making, Problem solving, Facilitation & Presentation, People Management & Empowerment as well been able to function under pressure. 
 
DUTIES : It will be expected of the successful candidate to perform the following duties: The compilation of the budget, evaluation and obtaining agreement on the requested and approved budget: This includes inter alia the following: Consolidation and prioritize the inputs from different directorates, Propose prioritized budget to executive management. Submit budget to Provincial Treasury. Obtaining agreement on requested and approved budget. Preparation of presentations and reports on statistical analyses on budget expenditure. The monitoring, evaluation and compilation of in year reports and budget report on a monthly basis. This includes inter alia the following: Monitor the batch and internal control. Monitor and verify all budgetary control functions. Consolidate monthly progress reports. Compile monthly expenditure reports on actual figures. Compare the monthly expenditure to budget amounts. Compile the remaining months financial forecast. Submit the in-year reports to financial treasury on a monthly basis. Compiling the monthly and quarterly expenditure report to management and the quarterly report to provincial legislature. Monitoring of the budget to advice management on fund shifts .The compilation of financial reports on a monthly and quarterly basis for programme monitoring in terms of financial projections, actual progress and deviations. This includes inter alia the following: Compile monthly expenditure reports on actual figures. Compare the monthly expenditure to budget amounts. Compile the remaining months financial forecast. Submit the in-year reports to financial treasury on a monthly basis. Compiling the monthly and quarterly expenditure report to management and the quarterly report to provincial legislature. Monitoring of the budget to advice management on fund shifts. The provision of advice, guidance and information to enhance the correct implementation of budget management practices. This includes inter alia the following: The provision of advice to management on statistical analysis of trends in budget, expenditure, shifting of funds and virement. Advice end users on the interpretation of policies .To manage the internal control measures. This includes inter alia the following: Implement fraud and risk prevention plans to eliminate risks in the Financial and Supply Chain Management Services. Monitor the implementation of financial and supply chain management delegations and instructions on departmental and public entities for the Department of the Premier. To manage resources to ensure that the objectives of the component are achieved. This includes inter alia the following: Management of staff within the component. The development and updating of Job Descriptions for reporting staff. The performance management of staff within the component. Facilitation of training interventions. Give direction, guidance and advice to staff within the component. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. S. Tsunke Tel No: 051 405 4202

 
FREE STATE OFFICE OF THE PREMIER
 
Free State Office of the Premier is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representativity (race, gender and disability) in the Department through the filling of these posts and candidates whose appointment/promotion/transfer will promote representativity will receive preference. 
 
APPLICATIONS : Posted to: Mr. Mokgosi Jonas, Office of the Premier, Human Resources Advice, Co-ordination and Management Directorate, PO Box 517, Bloemfontein, 9300 or Hand delivered to: Mokgosi Jonas, Room 10, Ground floor, OR Tambo House, Bloemfontein or e-mail Mokgosi.jonas@fspremier.gov.za. Kindly note that applicants needs to verify @ 051 4054754 whether application is received due to problems experience with our e-mails) 
 
CLOSING DATE : 04 October 2021 
 

OTHER POST
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT REF NO: 02/2021 
SALARY : R733 257 per annum (Level 11), (An all-inclusive salary package). The remuneration package includes a basic salary, Annual Service Bonus, the Employer’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion; and may include Medical Aid contribution, 13th cheque, motor car allowance, housing allowance and non-pensionable cash allowance. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 7), as recognized by SAQA in Finance or Management. 3 years relevant experience in Financial Accounting at supervisory/management (ASD) level. 
 
DUTIES : It will be expected of the successful candidate to perform the following duties: Manage the financial revenue, expenditure management and accounting sub directorate. This entails inter alia the following: Monitor the policy and legislative framework to ensure that cognizance is taken of new developments. Develop and maintain policies and processes; Monitor revenue collected and expenditure incurred and submit reports and plans as required; Monitor compliance with financial prescripts; Provide advice and guidance to role players on revenue and expenditure procedures. Undertake revenue, expenditure management and accounting work as required. This entails inter alia the following: Revenue management - Ensure that cashier, banking, debt management, monitoring and reporting services are rendered. Expenditure management – Ensure that payment for compensation of employees, goods and services, transfers, subsidies and reporting are efficiently and effectively performed.; Accounting – To provide financial administration and accounting services (legers/journals, accounting and reporting (interim and annual financial statements).Manage the sub-directorate revenue, expenditure management and accounting This entails inter alia the following: maintenance of discipline; Management of performance and development; Undertake Human Resource and other related administrative functions.; Establish implement and maintain efficient and effective communication arrangements; Develop and manage the operational plan of the sub-directorate and report on progress as required; Develop implement and maintain processes to ensure proper control of work. Compile and submit all required administrative reports; Serve on transverse task teams as required; Procurement and asset management for the sub directorate; Planning and allocate work; Quality control of work delivered by employees; and Functional technical advice and guidance. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. S. Tsunke Tel No: (051) 4054202

 
FREE STATE OFFICE OF THE PREMIER
 
Free State Provincial Government is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representativity (race, gender and disability) in the province through the filling of these posts and candidates whose appointment/promotion/transfer will promote representativity will receive preference.
 
 
MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 

REQUIREMENTS : The candidate must be in possession of an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) and a post graduate qualification (NQF level 8) as recognized by SAQA as well as 8 – 10 years of experience at a senior management level. (At least 3 years of which must be with any organ of State as defined in the Constitution, Act 108 of 1996). Potential applicants for posts in the Senior Management Service as well as existing SMS members who which to progress to higher levels within the SMS are expected to successfully complete the compulsory pre-entry Certificate for entry into the SMS which took effect on 1 April 2020. (Full details can be sourced by following the link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/.  Individual applicants are expected to pay for the course and may enrol for it at a cost of R265.00. The duration of the course is 120 hours.). No appointment to successful applicant will be concluded in the absence of the certificate. The candidate must have knowledge, skills, training and competencies in the principles of Corporate Governance; dynamic professional leadership abilities, as well as strategic, financial and people management skills; the ability to initiate and support organizational transformation and change, explore and implement new ways of delivering services that contribute to the promotion of the area of responsibility of the particular department in the province; the highest standard of ethical and moral conduct; and a thorough understanding of the issues relating to the area of responsibility of the particular department within the Free State Province and South Africa. Recommendation: A post graduate qualification in any of the areas of responsibility of the particular department and/or management will be a recommendation.
 
DUTIES : To perform all the functions and the responsibilities attached to the post as Head of the Department in terms of the Public Service Act and the Regulations issued in terms thereof, which inter alia include the efficient management and administration of the Department, the effective utilization and training of staff, the maintenance of discipline, the promotion of sound labour relations and the proper use and care of state property, including the rendering of efficient and effective management systems to the Department which include resource management, financial management, information management and pro-active communication systems, as well as such functions, which may be prescribed. To function as Accounting Officer of the Department in terms of the Public Finance Management Act and the Treasury Regulations. Any other responsibility required by law. This candidate will also be responsible to: Assist with the development of appropriate policies relevant to the particular department and advise the MEC in this regard; ensure the effective implementation of Government Policies in the relevant areas of responsibility of the department mentioned and the Public Service as well as Provincial and National legislation relevant to the Portfolio; provide the MEC with sufficient information and advice to enable him/her to make sound and informed decisions in terms of his/her portfolio; to develop and implement a Strategic and Annual Performance Plan for the department in support of the implementation of the priorities and objectives of the particular department; and such other responsibilities as may be directed. Although the candidate is based in Bloemfontein, the post may require extensive traveling, both domestically and internationally.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. A.J. Venter Tel No: 051 405 4926
APPLICATIONS : Mr. AJ Venter Head: Corporate Administration, Office of the Premier, , PO Box 517, Bloemfontein, 9300, Room 406, OR Tambo House, St Andrew Street, Bloemfontein, 9301, E-mail: joann.kleynhans@fspremier.gov.za, Fax: 051 – 405 4955
FOR ATTENTION : Ms J Kleynhans
 
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 form, obtainable from any public service department. All applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV, copies of all educational qualifications and supporting documents such as an identity document, drivers’ licence etc. Such copies need not be certified when applying for the post. The communication from the HR of the department regarding the requirements for certified document will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date. Faxed or e-mailed applications may be submitted, subject to subsequent verification. Applications must be submitted to the address mentioned in the advertisement. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification on appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. Applications from people with disabilities are welcomed. NB: The successful candidate will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 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. Nominated candidates must attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools.
 
CLOSING DATE : 17 September 2021 at 16:00
 
 
 
 
 
HEAD OF DEPARTMENT: DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY REF NO: HOD: TREASURY
SALARY : R1 978 533 per annum, All-inclusive remuneration package PLUS a 10% non-pensionable Head of Department allowance. The remuneration package consists of the basic salary, the Government’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion, which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion and which may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance. These appointments are subject to the signing of an employment contract, not exceeding a term of five years, a security clearance of top secret, a competency assessment and an annual performance agreement.
CENTRE : Bloemfontein (Dept. of Treasury)
 
REQUIREMENTS : The candidate must be in possession of an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) and a post graduate qualification (NQF level 8) as recognized by SAQA as well as 8 – 10 years of experience at a senior management level. (At least 3 years of which must be with any organ of State as defined in the Constitution, Act 108 of 1996). Potential applicants for posts in the Senior Management Service as well as existing SMS members who which to progress to higher levels within the SMS are expected to successfully complete the compulsory pre-entry Certificate for entry into the SMS which took effect on 1 April 2020. (Full details can be sourced by following the link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Individual applicants are expected to pay for the course and may enrol for it at a cost of R265.00. The duration of the course is 120 hours.) No appointment to successful applicant will be concluded in the absence of the certificate. The candidate must have knowledge, skills, training and competencies in the principles of Corporate Governance; dynamic professional leadership abilities, as well as strategic, financial and people management skills; the ability to initiate and support organizational transformation and change, explore and implement new ways of delivering services that contribute to the promotion of the area of responsibility of the particular department in the province; the highest standard of ethical and moral conduct; and a thorough understanding of the issues relating to the area of responsibility of the particular department within the Free State Province and South Africa. Recommendation: A post graduate qualification in any of the areas of responsibility of the particular department and/or management will be a recommendation.
 
DUTIES : To perform all the functions and the responsibilities attached to the post as Head of the Department in terms of the Public Service Act and the Regulations issued in terms thereof, which inter alia include the efficient management and administration of the Department, the effective utilization and training of staff, the maintenance of discipline, the promotion of sound labour relations and the proper use and care of state property, including the rendering of efficient and effective management systems to the Department which include resource management, financial management, information management and pro-active communication systems, as well as such functions, which may be prescribed. To function as Accounting Officer of the Department in terms of the Public Finance Management Act and the Treasury Regulations. Any other responsibility required by law. This candidate will also be responsible to: Assist with the development of appropriate policies relevant to the particular department and advise the MEC in this regard; ensure the effective implementation of Government Policies in the relevant areas of responsibility of the department mentioned and the Public Service as well as Provincial and National legislation relevant to the Portfolio; provide the MEC with sufficient information and advice to enable him/her to make sound and informed decisions in terms of his/her portfolio; to develop and implement a Strategic and Annual Performance Plan for the department in support of the implementation of the priorities and objectives of the particular department; and such other responsibilities as may be directed. Although the candidate is based in Bloemfontein, the post may require extensive traveling, both domestically and internationally.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. A.J. Venter Tel No: 051 405 4926
APPLICATIONS : Mr. AJ Venter, Head: Corporate Administration, Office of the Premier, PO Box 517, Bloemfontein, 9300, Room 406, OR Tambo House, St Andrew Street, Bloemfontein, 9301, E-mail: joann.kleynhans@fspremier.gov.za, Fax: 051 – 405 4955
FOR ATTENTION : Ms J Kleynhans
 
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 form, obtainable from any public service department. All applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV, copies of all educational qualifications and supporting documents such as an identity document, drivers’ licence etc. Such copies need not be certified when applying for the post. The communication from the HR of the department regarding the requirements for certified document will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date. Faxed or e-mailed applications may be submitted, subject to subsequent verification. Applications must be submitted to the address mentioned in the advertisement. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification on appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. Applications from people with disabilities are welcomed. NB: The successful candidate will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 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. Nominated candidates must attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools.
 
CLOSING DATE : 17 September 2021 at 16:00
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DEPUTY DIRECTOR-GENERAL: PROVINCIAL POLICY PLANNING AND COORDINATION REF NO: 1/2021
SALARY : R1 521 591 per annum (Level 15), (An all-inclusive salary package). The remuneration package consists of the basic salary, the Government’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and flexible portion, which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion and which may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance.
CENTRE : Bloemfontein (Office of the Premier)
 
REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 7) and a post graduate qualification (NQF level 8) as recognized by SAQA. 8 – 10 years of experience at a senior managerial level. Potential applicants for posts in the Senior Management Service as well as existing SMS members who which to progress to higher levels within the SMS are expected to successfully complete the compulsory pre-entry Certificate for entry into the SMS which took effect on 1 April 2020. (Full details can be sourced by following the link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/.  Individual applicants are expected to pay for the course and may enrol for it at a cost of R265.00. The duration of the course is 120 hours.) No appointment to successful applicant will be concluded in the absence of the certificate.
 
DUTIES : The duties are mainly, but not limited to, the following: Provide leadership to ensure that the strategic thrust and objectives of Policy Research, Development and Co-ordination are achieved within the Free State Province. This entails inter alia the following: Co-ordinate the implementation of Major Government Programmes and projects and any other National Programme of Government, having a provincial impact that needs to be implemented at provincial level. Development of policies and processes to ensure implementation of integrated development and planning. Determining the impact of the policy direction of Free State Provincial Government on the overall growth and development of the Free State and advise accordingly. Assess the impact of the implementation of policies/strategies including the Provincial Growth and Development Strategy in order to take corrective action where necessary and/or improve on policies/strategies for purposes of developing policy/strategies and or reporting on progress with implementation. Execute research that will impact on the macro policy direction of the Free State with regard to the macro-economic policy and other priority areas as identified. Manage Intergovernmental Relations and Special Programmes relating to vulnerable groups. Management of the Component to ensure the effective and efficient utilization of resources including the management of the performance of the personnel falling under this component.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. A.J. Venter, DDG: Corporate Administration and Coordination, Tel No: 051 4054926
APPLICATIONS : Posted to: Ms. Lerato Motsie, Office of the Premier, Human Resources Advice, Co-ordination and Management Directorate, PO Box 517, Bloemfontein, 9300 or Hand delivered to: Lerato Motsie, Room 8, Ground floor, OR Tambo House, Bloemfontein or e-mail lerato.motsie@fspremier.gov.za  (Kindly note that applicants needs to verify at 051 4055276 whether application is received due to problems experience with our e-mails.
 
NOTE : Directions to applicants: Applications must be submitted on form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department and must be accompanied by copies of qualifications; driver's license, identity document and a C.V. Such copies need not be certified when applying for the post. The communication from the HR of the department regarding the requirements for certified document will be limited to shortlisted candidates Applicants are requested to complete the Z83 form properly and in full. If a Z83 could not be obtained, a comprehensive CV should be submitted as application. The following information should be included in the CV: Personal information – Surname, Name, ID number, Driver’s License, Race, Gender, Disability, Nationality and an indication of criminal offences; Contact details; Language Proficiency; Qualifications; Work experience and References. (Separate application for every vacancy should be submitted). Applications without a reference number or a clear indication of the post for which you apply will not be considered. Applications received after the closing date and those that do not comply with these requirements will not be considered. The onus is on the applicants to ensure that their applications are posted or hand delivered timeously. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). The successful candidate will be subjected to the verification of qualifications, employee reference checks, criminal record check as well as vetting where necessary. Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification on appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. Applications from people with disabilities are welcomed. NB: Note: This appointment is subject to the signing of an employment contract, a security clearance and an annual performance agreement. The successful candidate will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 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 competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools.
 
CLOSING DATE : 17 September 2021 at 16:00

 
FREE STATE OFFICE OF THE PREMIER 
 
Free State Office of the Premier is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representativity (race, gender and disability) in the Department through the filling of these posts and candidates whose appointment/promotion/transfer will promote representativity will receive preference.
 
APPLICATIONS : Posted to: Ms. Lerato Motsie, Office of the Premier, Human Resources Advice, Co-ordination and Management Directorate, PO Box 517, Bloemfontein, 9300 or Hand delivered to: Lerato Motsie, Room 8, Ground floor, or Tambo House, Bloemfontein or e-mail lerato.motsie@fspremier.gov.za (Kindly note that applicants needs to verify @ 051 4055276 whether application is received due to problems experience with our e-mails) 
 
CLOSING DATE : 21 February 2020
 

It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). The successful candidate will be subjected to the verification of qualifications, employee reference checks, criminal record check as well as vetting where necessary. Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification on appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. Applications from people with disabilities are welcomed. 
 
 
MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
CHIEF DIRECTOR: PROVINCIAL INTERVENTION REF NO: 88/2020 
SALARY : R1 251 183 per annum. (Level 14) (An all-inclusive salary package) The remuneration package consists of the basic salary, the Government’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and flexible portion, which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion and which may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 7), as recognized by SAQA. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at senior managerial level in the public or private sector. Knowledge of Legislation & Policies applicable to Community Liaison, Intervention and System Management Services. Knowledge of intervention Management Issues in the Free State and in South Africa. Strategic Thinking and Interpersonal skills. Potential applicants for posts in the Senior Management Service as well as existing SMS members who which to progress to higher levels within the SMS are expected to successfully complete the compulsory pre-entry Certificate for entry into the SMS which takes effect on 1 April 2020. (Full details can be sourced by following the link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/.  Individual applicants are expected to pay for the course and may enrol for it at a cost of R265.00. The duration of the course is 120 hours.) No appointment to successful applicant will be concluded in the absence of the certificate. 
 
DUTIES : Provide strategic direction, guidance and oversight on the following work streams: Free State Integrated Service Delivery Model (Operation Hlasela); Thusong and Operation Hlasela Service Centres; Direct and Community liaison assistance/intervention services; Community Development Workers Programme; Presidential Hotline; and 30 Days Payments Contact Centre. This entails inter alia the following: Ensure implementation of the Annual Performance targets in the 2018/19 APP; Ensure submission of the Quarterly Performance Reports for the component in line with the 2018/19 APP, Operational Plan and Technical Indicators; Interpretation of policies in areas of responsibility; Make proposals on how policies can be improved; and Develop the Transport policy for the Provincial Intervention Component. Coordinate and Monitor the Implementation of FSPG’s Service Delivery Priorities/Injunctions. This entails inter alia the following: Analyse the 2018 SOPA and Budget Vote Speeches and prepare the injunctions; Send the SOPA and Budget Vote injunctions to Departments to update progress; and Receive, analyse and prepare analysis reports on implementation of the SOPA and Budget Vote Injunctions. Plan, organize, coordinate and control activities pertaining to the Provincial Intervention Component. This entails inter alia the following: Defining the key result areas of the Provincial Intervention Component and develop the Component’s 2019/20 Annual Performance Plan (APP) Develop the Annual Operational Plan for the component; Supervise and provide direction to Provincial Intervention component; Establishing Performance Standards; and Monitoring the outputs of Provincial Intervention Units. The management of resources to ensure the effective and efficient attainment of objectives. This entails inter alia the following: Management of the budget of the component; Management of all personnel within the component; Co-ordination of the development of Job Descriptions within the component; Co-ordination of the evaluation of performance of personnel within the component; Facilitate training interventions; and Provide strategic direction & advice to officials within the component 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. Hellen. Kekana, DDG: Provincial Monitoring and Evaluation Tel No: (051) 405 4300 
 
NOTE : This appointment is subject to the signing of an employment contract, a security clearance and an annual performance agreement. The successful candidate will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 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 competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. 
 
 
 
 
 
CHIEF DIRECTOR: PROVINCIAL HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT REF NO: 12/2020 
SALARY : R1 251 183 per annum. (Level 14) (An all-inclusive salary package) The remuneration package consists of the basic salary, the Government’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and flexible portion, which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion and which may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 7), as recognized by SAQA. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at senior managerial level in the public or private sector. Potential applicants for posts in the Senior Management Service as well as existing SMS members who which to progress to higher levels within the SMS are expected to successfully complete the compulsory pre-entry Certificate for entry into the SMS which takes effect on 1 April 2020. (Full details can be sourced by following the link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/.  Individual applicants are expected to pay for the course and may enrol for it at a cost of R265.00. The duration of the course is 120 hours.) No appointment to successful applicant will be concluded in the absence of the certificate. Key Competencies and Skills: Special knowledge of relevant frameworks applicable to Major Government Programmes that must be implemented. Special knowledge on the co-ordination and implementation of substantial programmes/projects. Strategic thinking, project management, financial management and organizing skills. 
 
DUTIES : It will be expected of the successful candidate to perform the following duties: Administer the Provincial Bursary function within the FSPG. This entails inter alia the following: Manage, coordinate, guide and support all local and international bursaries; and Manage and coordinate stakeholder management for full-time bursaries for the FSPG. Coordinate and monitor the implementation of provincial skills development programmes within the FSPG. This entails inter alia the following: Facilitate and coordinate the implementation of provincial skills development; Facilitate and coordinate the implementation of provincial sector skills development initiatives; Render effective and efficient administrative support services to the Provincial Skills Development Coordination component; and Render secretariat services for Human Resource Fora and Career Guidance. Administer proficient and professional training and development services for the FSPG. This entails inter alia the following: Manage generic and operational training for salary levels 1 to 12 within the FSPG; Manage SMS strategic management development programmes from salary level 13 and higher within FSPG; Manage Impact Assessment and Training evaluation within the FSPG; Manage Public Service skills development coordination within the FSPG; Manage logistical and administrative arrangements for the Free State Academy. Manage resources of the Chief Directorate. This entails inter alia the following: Provide strategic direction in terms of provincial HRD; Manage the budget as Responsibility Manager; Manage human resources in line with applicable legislation and policy frameworks; and Manage equipment and assets in line with prescriptions and policy guidelines 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. A.J. Venter, DDG: Corporate Administration and Coordination, Tel No: (051) 405 4926. 
 
NOTE : The successful candidate will be required to enter into a performance agreement within 3 months after assumption of duty; and will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 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 competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools.

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DIRECTOR: FREE STATE TRAINING ACADEMY REF NO: 14/2020 
SALARY : R1 057 326 per annum. (Level 13) (An all-inclusive salary package) The remuneration package includes a basic salary, State’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion; and may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A SAQA recognized undergraduate or equivalent qualification (NQF Level 7); and a minimum of 5 years appropriate experience at middle/senior managerial level in the private or public sector. Potential applicants for posts in the Senior Management Service as well as existing SMS members who which to progress to higher levels within the SMS are expected to successfully complete the compulsory pre-entry Certificate for entry into the SMS which takes effect on 1 April 2020. (Full details can be sourced by following the link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/.  Individual applicants are expected to pay for the course and may enrol for it at a cost of R265.00. The duration of the course is 120 hours) No appointment to successful applicant will be concluded in the absence of the certificate. Key Competencies and Skills: Knowledge of the Public Service Act and Regulations. Knowledge of the legal framework for Human Resource Development and Training in the Public Service. Knowledge of Coordination, monitoring & Evaluation mechanisms, systems and processes. Knowledge of Policy analysis & development. Strategic thinking, planning, organizational & analytical skills. Facilitation, training and presentation skills. 
 
DUTIES : It will be expected of the successful candidate to perform the following duties: Manage generic and operational training for salary levels 1 to 12 within the FSPG. This entails inter alia the following: Provide advice and support on generic and transversal training; ensure the provision of generic training programmes and interventions; manage the provision of transversal training programmes; manage the provision of training through internal and external providers; and ensure the implementation of Compulsive Induction Programmes (CIP) for salary levels 1 to 12. Manage SMS strategic management development programmes from salary level 13 and higher within the FSPG. This entails inter alia the following: Provide advice and support on leadership and management development; Manage the provision of leadership and management development interventions; Ensure the development and management of an integrated competency based learning pathway for management development; Manage the provision of training through internal and external providers; and Ensure the implementation of Compulsive Induction Programmes (CIP) for salary levels 13 and higher. Manage impact assessment and Training Evaluation within the FSPG. This entails inter alia the following: Manage compliance, monitoring and impact assessments; Manage impact assessments to determine the impact of training on a Component/Organisation; Ensure the development and/or use of existing assessment tools to determine the impact of training and development interventions on the staff and the workplace; Advise and recommend on possible partnerships to execute impact studies in Free State Provincial Government; and Manage interventions if the envisaged impact is not achieved with training and development in Free State Provincial Government. Manage Public Service skills development coordination within the FSPG. This entails inter alia the following: Manage Curriculum Development and Quality Assurance for the Free State Training Academy; and Ensure Skills Development within the Department. The management of resources to ensure that the overall objectives of the Training Institute are achieved. This entails inter alia the following: Manage the budget of the FSTA; Manage all staff within the FSTA; Co-ordinate of the development of Job Descriptions within the unit; Implement the relevant performance management systems; Co-ordinate the management of performance of staff within the unit; Facilitate training interventions for staff; Give strategic direction and advice to staff within the unit; Manage systems to ensure the payment of courses for training; Co-ordinate records management processes; and Co-ordinate administrative and logistical support within the Free State Training Academy, during the execution of the core functions. To manage resources to ensure that the objectives of the component are achieved. This entails inter alia the following: Management of staff within the component; the development and updating of Job Descriptions for reporting staff; the performance management of staff within the component; Facilitation of training interventions; and Give direction, guidance and advice to staff within the component. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. A.J. Venter, DDG: Corporate Administration and Coordination, Tel No: (051) 405 4926. 
 
NOTE : The successful candidate will be required to enter into a performance agreement within 3 months after assumption of duty; and will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 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 competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools.

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FREE STATE OFFICE OF THE PREMIER
 
Free State Provincial Government is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representativity (race, gender and disability) in the province through the filling of these posts and candidates whose appointment/promotion/transfer will promote representativity will receive preference. 
 
 
MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 

REQUIREMENTS : The candidate must be in possession of an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) and a post graduate qualification (NQF level 8) as recognized by SAQA as well as 8 – 10 years of experience at a senior management level. (At least 3 years of which must be with any organ of State as defined in the Constitution, Act 108 of 1996). The candidate must have knowledge, skills, training and competencies in the principles of Corporate Governance; dynamic professional leadership abilities, as well as strategic, financial and people management skills; the ability to initiate and support organizational transformation and change, explore and implement new ways of delivering services that contribute to the promotion of the area of responsibility of the particular department in the province; the highest standard of ethical and moral conduct; and a thorough understanding of the issues relating to the area of responsibility of the particular department within the Free State Province and South Africa. Recommendation: A post graduate qualification in any of the areas of responsibility of the particular department and/or management will be a recommendation. 
 
DUTIES : To perform all the functions and the responsibilities attached to the post as Head of the Department in terms of the Public Service Act and the Regulations issued in terms thereof, which inter alia include the efficient management and administration of the Department, the effective utilization and training of staff, the maintenance of discipline, the promotion of sound labour relations and the proper use and care of state property, including the rendering of efficient and effective management systems to the Department which include resource management, financial management, information management and pro-active communication systems, as well as such functions, which may be prescribed. To function as Accounting Officer of the Department in terms of the Public Finance Management Act and the Treasury Regulations. Any other responsibility required by law. This candidate will also be responsible to: Assist with the development of appropriate policies relevant to the particular department and advise the MEC in this regard; ensure the effective implementation of Government Policies in the relevant areas of responsibility of the department mentioned and the Public Service as well as Provincial and National legislation relevant to the Portfolio; provide the MEC with sufficient information and advice to enable him/her to make sound and informed decisions in terms of his/her portfolio; to develop and implement a Strategic and Annual Performance Plan for the department in support of the implementation of the priorities and objectives of the particular department; and such other responsibilities as may be directed. Although the candidate is based in Bloemfontein, the post may require extensive traveling, both domestically and internationally. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. A.J. Venter Tel No: (051) 405 4926 
APPLICATIONS : Mr. AJ Venter, Head: Corporate Administration, Office of the Premier, PO Box 517, Bloemfontein, 9300, Room 406, OR Tambo House, St Andrew Street, Bloemfontein, 9301, E-mail: joann.kleynhans@fspremier.gov.za,  Fax: 051 – 405 4955 
FOR ATTENTION : Ms J Kleynhans 
 
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 form, obtainable from any public service Department. All applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV, certified copies of all educational qualifications and supporting documents such as an identity document, drivers’ licence etc. Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date. Faxed or e-mailed applications may be submitted, subject to subsequent verification. Applications must be submitted to the address mentioned in the advertisement. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification on appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. Applications from people with disabilities are welcomed. Applicants that previously applied for the advertised posts may re-apply. A security clearance of top secret, a competency assessment and an annual performance agreement. The successful candidate will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 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. Nominated candidates must attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 13 December 2019 at 16:00 
 
 
 
 
 
HEAD OF DEPARTMENT: DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT REF NO: HOD: AGRIC 
This post has been advertised previously. This is a re-advertisement of the same post, applicants who have applied in response to the first advertisement, need not to apply again. 
SALARY : R1 978 533 per annum (All-inclusive remuneration package) Plus a 10% non-pensionable Head of Department allowance. The remuneration package consists of the basic salary, the Government’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion, which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion and which may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance. These appointments are subject to the signing of an employment contract, not exceeding a term of five years. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS : The candidate must be in possession of an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) and a post graduate qualification (NQF level 8) as recognized by SAQA as well as 8 – 10 years of experience at a senior management level. (At least 3 years of which must be with any organ of State as defined in the Constitution, Act 108 of 1996). The candidate must have knowledge, skills, training and competencies in the principles of Corporate Governance; dynamic professional leadership abilities, as well as strategic, financial and people management skills; the ability to initiate and support organizational transformation and change, explore and implement new ways of delivering services that contribute to the promotion of the area of responsibility of the particular department in the province; the highest standard of ethical and moral conduct; and a thorough understanding of the issues relating to the area of responsibility of the particular department within the Free State Province and South Africa. Recommendation: A Post graduate qualification in any of the areas of responsibility of the particular department and/or management will be a recommendation. 
 
DUTIES : To perform all the functions and the responsibilities attached to the post as Head of the Department in terms of the Public Service Act and the Regulations issued in terms thereof, which inter alia include the efficient management and administration of the Department, the effective utilization and training of staff, the maintenance of discipline, the promotion of sound labour relations and the proper use and care of state property, including the rendering of efficient and effective management systems to the Department which include resource management, financial management, information management and pro-active communication systems, as well as such functions, which may be prescribed. To function as Accounting Officer of the Department in terms of the Public Finance Management Act and the Treasury Regulations. Any other responsibility required by law .This candidate will also be responsible to: Assist with the development of appropriate policies relevant to the particular department and advise the MEC in this regard; ensure the effective implementation of Government Policies in the relevant areas of responsibility of the department mentioned and the Public Service as well as Provincial and National legislation relevant to the Portfolio; provide the MEC with sufficient information and advice to enable him/her to make sound and informed decisions in terms of his/her portfolio; to develop and implement a Strategic and Annual Performance Plan for the department in support of the implementation of the priorities and objectives of the particular department; and such other responsibilities as may be directed. Although the candidate is based in Bloemfontein, the post may require extensive traveling, both domestically and internationally. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. A.J. Venter, Tel No: (051 405 4926 
APPLICATIONS : Mr. AJ Venter, Head: Corporate Administration, Office of the Premier, PO Box 517, Bloemfontein, 9300, Room 406, OR Tambo House, St Andrew Street, Bloemfontein, 9301, E-mail: joann.kleynhans@fspremier.gov.za,  Fax: 051 – 405 4955. 
FOR ATTENTION : Ms J Kleynhans 
 
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 form, obtainable from any public service Department. All applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV, certified copies of all educational qualifications and supporting documents such as an identity document, drivers’ licence etc. Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date. Faxed or e-mailed applications may be submitted, subject to subsequent verification. Applications must be submitted to the address mentioned in the advertisement. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification on appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. Applications from people with disabilities are welcomed. Applicants that previously applied for the advertised posts may re-apply. A security clearance of top secret, a competency assessment and an annual performance agreement. The successful candidate will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 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. Nominated candidates must attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 13 December 2019 at 16:00

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OFFICE MANAGER: OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR-GENERAL REF NO: 1/2019 
SALARY : R1 057 326 per annum. (Level 13) (An all-inclusive salary package)The remuneration package includes a basic salary, State’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion; and may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A SAQA recognized undergraduate or equivalent qualification (NQF Level 7); and a minimum of 5 years appropriate experience at middle/senior managerial level in the private or public sector Key Competencies and Skills: Knowledge and understanding of public service policies and procedures. Working knowledge of the functioning of Provincial Government. Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Have the ability to execute research and analyze complex information to compile documents. Co-ordinate and integrate the activities of the office. Work under pressure. Excellent interpersonal relations skills. 
 
DUTIES : It will be expected of the successful candidate to perform the following duties: Manage Engagements of the Director General. This entails inter alia the following: Ensure that the Personal Assistant compile realistic programmes of appointments and journeys for the Director General; and Liaise with and/or sensitize the DG regarding priority appointments. Render administrative support services. This entails inter alia the following: Set up and maintain systems in the Office of the DG that will contribute towards improving efficiency in the office; Ensure, oversee and advise on the effective flow of information and documents to and from the Office of the Director General; Oversee the safekeeping of all documentation in the Office of the Director General; Oversee responses drafted by the Personal Assistant on enquiries received from internal and external stakeholders; Draft responses with regard to more complex issues for internal and external stakeholders; Prioritize issues in the Office of the Director General; Co-ordinate and compile reports of a transverse nature for the Director General and advise/sensitize the DG on reports to be submitted by Provincial Departments, Municipalities, Components etc; Follow-up on reports to be submitted by Provincial Departments, Municipalities, Components, etc. to the Office of the Director General; and Develop presentations and speeches for the Director General. Execute research, analyze information and compile complex documents for the DG. This entails inter alia the following: Research and compile comprehensive documents (not linked to a specific line function) for the Director General with regard to issues forthcoming from meetings such as FOHOD, Municipal Managers meeting etc; Compile EXCO Memoranda and memoranda with regard to sensitive issues that are not linked to a specific line function; and Scrutinize complex submissions/reports and make abbreviated notes and/or recommendations for the Director General. Provide support to the Director General with regard to meetings. This entails inter alia the following: Scrutinize documents to determine actions/information/documents required for the meeting; Record minutes/decisions and communicates to relevant role-players, follow-up on progress made and prepare briefing notes for the DG; Arrange for the placements of items on the agenda of meetings chaired by the DG and to ensure circulation of accompanying memoranda; and Ensure that the logistical arrangements for meetings are executed. Manage the budget of the Office of the Director General. This entails inter alia the following: Determine and collate information with regard to the budget needs of the Office of the Director General; Keep record of expenditure commitments, monitor expenditure and alert the DG with regard to possible over- and under spending; and identify the need to move funds between items compile submissions for this purpose. Remains up to date with regard to the applicable prescripts/policies and procedures applicable to his/her work terrain to ensure effective and efficient support to the Director General. This entails inter alia the following: Studies the relevant Public Service and departmental prescripts/policies and other documents and ensure that the application thereof is understood properly; and Remain abreast with the procedures and processes that apply in the Office of the Director General .Build the necessary capacity with regard to Office Support in the Offices of Heads of Department in the FSPG; Liaise and communicate on a regular basis with the Offices of Heads of Department and ensure that Support Personnel of Heads of Department understand how the FSPG functions and the expectations with regard to documents to be submitted to the Office of the Director General.; and Co-ordinate and advice on the necessary training programmes for Office Support Staff in the Offices of the Heads of Department. The management of resources to ensure that the objectives of the component are achieved. This entails inter alia the following: Management of staff within the Sub-Directorate; The development of Job Descriptions within the Sub-Directorate; The performance management of staff within the Sub-Directorate; Facilitation of training interventions; and Give strategic direction, guidance and advice to staff within the Sub-Directorate. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. A.J. Venter, DDG: Corporate Administration and Coordination Tel No: (051) 405 4926. 
APPLICATIONS : Posted to: Ms. Lerato Motsie, Office of the Premier, Human Resources Advice, Co-ordination and Management Directorate, PO Box 517, Bloemfontein, 9300 or Hand delivered to: Lerato Motsie, Room 8, Ground floor, OR Tambo House, Bloemfontein or e-mail lerato.motsie@fspremier.gov.za.
 
NOTE : Directions to applicants: Applications must be submitted on form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department and must be accompanied by certified copies of qualifications; driver's license, identity document and a C.V. Applicants are requested to complete the Z83 form properly and in full. If a Z83 could not be obtained, a comprehensive CV should be submitted as application. The following information should be included in the CV: Personal information – Surname, Name, ID number, Driver’s License, Race, Gender, Disability, Nationality and an indication of criminal offences; Contact details; Language Proficiency; Qualifications; Work experience and References. (Separate application for every vacancy should be submitted). Applications without a reference number or a clear indication of the post for which you apply will not be considered. Applications received after the closing date and those that do not comply with these requirements will not be considered. The onus is on the applicants to ensure that their applications are posted or hand delivered timeously. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). The successful candidate will be subjected to the verification of qualifications, employee reference checks, criminal record check as well as vetting where necessary. Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification on appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. Applications from people with disabilities are welcomed. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 06 December 2019 at 16:00 
 
 
 
 
 
 
DIRECTOR: PROVINCIAL BURSARY MANAGEMENT REF NO: 2/2019 
SALARY : R1 057 326 per annum. (Level 13) (An all-inclusive salary package) The remuneration package includes a basic salary, State’s contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion; and may include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A SAQA recognized undergraduate or equivalent qualification (NQF Level 7); and a minimum of 5 years appropriate experience at middle/senior managerial level in the private or public sector. Key Competencies And Skills: Special knowledge of relevant frameworks applicable to Major Government Programmes that must be implemented. Special knowledge on the co-ordination and implementation of substantial programmes/projects. Strategic thinking, project management, financial management and organizing skills. 
 
DUTIES : It will be expected of the successful candidate to perform the following duties: Manage, coordinate, guide and support all local and international bursaries. This include inter alia the following: Recruitment of students; Screening and short listing of candidates; Pre-tertiary induction; Logistical arrangements for departure to tertiary; Monitoring and assessment of academic progress through interpretation of results and remedial recommendations; Provision of academic & psychosocial support; Manage the provision of student support desk to provide assistance and guidance to all local and international bursars; and Provide administrative and supply chain management support services. Manage and coordinate stakeholder management for full-time bursaries for the FSPG. This include inter alia the following: Liaise with post school institutions; Coordinate annual student visits; Enhance adherence to protocol issues and liaison with IGR; Monitor academic progress through interpretation of results; and Identify donors and mobilise resources for bursaries. Manage resources of the Directorate. This include inter alia the following: Provide strategic direction in terms of provincial skills development; manage the budget as Responsibility Manager; manage human resources in line with applicable legislation and policy frameworks; and Manage equipment and assets in line with prescriptions and policy guidelines. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. B. Mthembu, Chief Director: Provincial HR Development, Tel No: (051) 403 3903. 
APPLICATIONS : Posted to: Ms. Lerato Motsie, Office of the Premier, Human Resources Advice, Co-ordination and Management Directorate, PO Box 517, Bloemfontein, 9300 or Hand delivered to: Lerato Motsie, Room 8, Ground floor, Or Tambo House, Bloemfontein or e-mail lerato.motsie@fspremier.gov.za.
 
NOTE : Directions to applicants: Applications must be submitted on form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department and must be accompanied by certified copies of qualifications; driver's license, identity document and a C.V. Applicants are requested to complete the Z83 form properly and in full. If a Z83 could not be obtained, a comprehensive CV should be submitted as application. The following information should be included in the CV: Personal information – Surname, Name, ID number, Driver’s License, Race, Gender, Disability, Nationality and an indication of criminal offences; Contact details; Language Proficiency; Qualifications; Work experience and References. (Separate application for every vacancy should be submitted). Applications without a reference number or a clear indication of the post for which you apply will not be considered. Applications received after the closing date and those that do not comply with these requirements will not be considered. The onus is on the applicants to ensure that their applications are posted or hand delivered timeously. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). The successful candidate will be subjected to the verification of qualifications, employee reference checks, criminal record check as well as vetting where necessary. Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification on appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. Applications from people with disabilities are welcomed. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 06 December 2019 at 16:00