EASTERN CAPE SOCIO ECONOMIC COUNCIL (ECSECC) VACANCIES

EASTERN CAPE SOCIO ECONOMIC COUNCIL (ECSECC)

PROJECT MANAGER: INFRASTRUCTURE X1
CLOSING DATE: 26 Jul 2024 23:59
DEPARTMENT/AREA: KPMO
LOCATION: East London
REMUNERATION: Market Related

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THE KEY RESULT AREAS OF THIS POSITION ARE AS FOLLOWS:
• Develop and implement effective project management tools, processes, templates and systems to ensure successful management of infrastructure projects.
• Provide management and coordination support to track and analyse the performance of programmes and PMO partners and stakeholders in accordance with standard project management methodologies, systems, and standardised contracting modalities.
• Support the tracking of data and ensure priority projects dashboards will comply with the gate reviews stated in the applicable Framework for Infrastructure Delivery and Procurement Management (FIDPM).
• Collect, correlate, analyse, and present project performance related tracking data in tracking dashboards and/or reports.
• Provide technical inputs in support of the development of instruments, platforms, and processes to accurately track performance across the infrastructure portfolio.
• Define and drive implementation of clear project governances related to project scheduling and reporting.
• Ensuring that project tools are relevant and are used by the project community. Constantly improving on systems.
• Ensure that project management procedures and standards are followed and complied with.
• Ensure appropriate project reporting is done for effective decision making at various level of management. Effectively prepare project reports to the project sponsor and execute authority when requested.
• Support accountability on project spending for accurate account on the period in which it was incurred.
• Identify possible risks across the infrastructure portfolio of the PMO and share with Project Owners.
• Capture lessons learnt and mentor PMO team members and interns. Responsible for project system training of Project Managers for the PMUs supported.
• Ensure that all relevant performance data is recorded in a Portfolio of Evidence for each Project.

OTHER TASKS ARE AS FOLLOWS:
• Participate in provincial government and organisational activities.
• Lead various Project Steering Committees at a technical level
• Submit documentation as per the requirements of the organisation.
• Disseminate information to other programmes within the organisation.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Built Environment, or equivalent qualification (NQF level 7) and a post graduate qualification (NQF level 9) in Engineering Management or Project Management or other as recognized by SAQA.
• Project Management Certification is an added advantage
• Understanding of public sector service is an added advantage
• Understanding of programme and project management requirements
• Good working knowledge of project management related performance tracking
• Understanding of ICT environment and technology as it pertains to project management.
• Problem solving and analysis.
• People management and empowerment.
• Ability to engage with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Computer literacy and excellent writing abilities in English.
• Proven ability to work well as part of a team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, self-directed environment under deadline pressures
• Ability to manage own workload independently, multi-task and prioritize effectively
• Detail oriented and proactive

EXPERIENCE
• Minimum of five (5) years working experience in consulting engineering and/or project management environment, preferably in the public service.

EXTENT OF STAKEHOLDER NETWORK
• Significant interaction and net working with stakeholders.

WORKING CONDITIONS
• Willingness to work overtime when required.

ECSECC has the intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post with a candidate whose appointment will promote representativity of the organisation, in accordance with its Employment Equity plan. ECSECC reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Security checks and qualification verifications will be conducted for the selected candidate. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.

PROJECT MANAGER: OCEANS ECONOMY (THREE-YEAR FIXED TERM CONTRACT)
CLOSING DATE: 26 Jul 2024 23:59
DEPARTMENT/AREA: EG&HRD
LOCATION: East London
REMUNERATION: Market Related
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THE KEY RESULT AREAS OF THIS POSITION ARE AS FOLLOWS:
Lead the Eastern Cape Provincial Oceans Economy Secretariat and its operations

Lead content and logistical preparations for the quarterly sittings of the Oceans Economy Provincial Lab Coordination Team
Provide oversight to the regular sittings of Oceans Economy Delivery Units/Working Groups for their optimal functioning.
Prepare Lab reports after each sitting of the Oceans Economy Lab Coordination Team, for presentation to various decision-making platforms of government, such as the Working Groups, Clusters, Cabinet Committees, and ultimately EXCO.

Provide project portfolio management to various Oceans Economy initiatives

Conduct policy and strategy needs assessment to identify potential catalytic Oceans Economy projects.
Develop project briefs and value proposition for the identified opportunities for stakeholder buy-in, and further detailed packaging.
Provide strategic support to various Delivery Units to kick-start identified projects.

Lead stakeholder and industry engagements.

Engage Maritime industry players for their active involvement in driving Oceans Economy industry initiatives.
Conduct regular dialogue and Focused Group sessions for continual assessment of stakeholder perspectives.

Comply with all the reporting and planning requirements:

Submit quarterly reports and plans before the 1st day of the month in the third month of every quarter, with complete information provided on the prescribed format.
Create and submit monthly reports in the prescribed format
Ensure proper and timely reporting on all meetings held with stakeholders outside ECSECC-especially when representing ECSECC in such gatherings.

OTHER TASKS ARE AS FOLLOWS:

Establish internal linkages and provide project support to related projects in the EG&HRD Programme
Participate in all relevant ECSECC meetings

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

A minimum Bachelor’s degree or NQF Level 7 qualification preferably in Economics or Industrial Relations, Industrial Sociology or Development Studies
Knowledge of strategic planning and project management methodologies
Awareness of the Maritime industry key initiatives and players
Proficiency in facilitation and stakeholder engagement
Proficiency in the use of MS Excel, MS Word and MS Powerpoint
Valid driver’s license
In order to fully develop into the role, the candidate must demonstrate competency in key behavioural skills:
Communication - Communicates and explains clearly, professionally and concisely, both verbally and in writing; keeps team members informed. Communication in isiXhosa and writing in English.
Self-Management - Can switch between different tasks according to business needs, coping with changing priorities and keeping others informed of possible issues. Has confidence to work independently but is also a team player. Proactive in decision-making.
Working with Others - Maintains open and honest relationships with colleagues and agencies, building trust and confidence, responding proactively to requests and ensuring that others respond to own requests. Must be able to foster good relationships with agencies, whilst still managing to negotiate discounts as appropriate
Travel- willing to travel throughout the Eastern Cape through the data collection process

EXPERIENCE

A minimum of 5 years’ experience as well as practical experience in project management and facilitation

EXTENT OF STAKEHOLDER NETWORK

Interact with stakeholders through the data collection process

WORKING CONDITIONS

Field visits and ECSECC offices
Willingness to work overtime when required
Willingness to travel

ECSECC has the intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post with a candidate whose appointment will promote representativity of the organisation, in accordance with its Employment Equity plan. ECSECC reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Security checks and qualification verifications will be conducted for the selected candidate. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.

INFRASTRUCTURE INTERN (TWO- YEAR FIXED TERM CONTRACT)
CLOSING DATE: 26 Jul 2024 23:59
DEPARTMENT/AREA: KPMO
LOCATION: East London
REMUNERATION: Market Related

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THE KEY RESULT AREAS OF THIS POSITION ARE AS FOLLOWS:

Assist in the preparation and drafting of reports and/or presentations.
Support the maintenance of the project cadence calendar and attend scheduled meetings for PMU/ PMO Support .Support the maintenance of the configuration library for all project documentation.
Support the monitoring and evaluation functions of the PMO, including social media monitoring on all Mega and Catalytic Infrastructure Projects.
Support efforts to collect all relevant data and maintain the Portfolio of Evidence (POE).
Support stakeholder engagements and provide administrative support during engagements and meetings.
Support the drafting Business Cases and/or Research Papers on key Strategic Infrastructure thematic areas.
Attend training, mentoring and capacity building initiatives Conduct and support general administrative duties on the Infrastructure Unit.
Document experience and learning gained into a portfolio for future use. Support the maintenance of the configuration library for all project documentation.
Support the monitoring and evaluation functions of the PMO, including social media monitoring on all Strategic Investment Projects.
Support efforts to collect all relevant data and maintain the Portfolio of Evidence (POE) Support stakeholder engagements and provide administrative support during engagements and meetings.
Support the drafting Business Cases and/or Research Papers on key Strategic Investment thematic areas.
Document experience and learning gained into a portfolio for future use. Attend training, mentoring and capacity building initiatives.
Conduct and support general administrative duties in the Investment Unit.in the preparation and drafting of investment reports and/or presentations

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS/EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCTIES

A minimum of a BSc Degree Engineering or BTech in Engineering/ built environment /equal to NQF level 7 or higher.
Project Management Certification an added advantage.
Ability to take accurate notes and minutes.
Ability to implement task as per stated requirements.
Maintaining accurate and up to date project files.
Problem solving and analysis skills and an ability to operate independently Computer literacy and excellent writing abilities in English.
Proven ability to work well as part of a team.
Good writing and research skills
High computer literacy (MS Office)
Ability to internalise and apply learning and experience.
Willingness and openness to learn from mistakes.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, self-directed environment under deadline pressures.
Ability to manage own workload independently, multi-task and prioritize effectively
Detail oriented and proactive

EXPERIENCE

None, but experience in project and/or general administration is an added advantage

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