FREE STATE DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC, SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT, TOURISM AND ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS 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 : Quoting the reference number, applications must be forwarded to the Head of Department: Economic, Small Business Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs, Private Bag X20801, Bloemfontein, 9300 or delivered by Hand at the Ground Floor Security Entrance, 113 St Andrews Building, St Andrew Street, Bloemfontein. FOR ATTENTION : Ms M Parkies/ K Majafa CLOSING DATE : 21 October 2022 at 16:00
NOTE : Directions to applicants: Applications must be submitted on a new Z.83 form (applications submitted on the old Z83 forms will not be considered), obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za-vacancies and must be accompanied by a recently updated comprehensive CV only (separate application for every vacancy). Applicants are requested to complete the Z83 form properly and in full. Applications received after the closing date and those that do not comply with these instructions will not be considered. The onus is on the applicants to ensure that their applications are posted or hand delivered timeously. Candidates who possess foreign qualifications and/or short course certificates must take it upon themselves to have their qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and provide proof of such evaluation report (only when shortlisted). No e-mailed or faxed applications will be considered. Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification of appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their applications were unsuccessful. Please take note that communication will only be limited to short-listed candidates. The Department reserves the right not to appoint. Note: Entry level requirements for SMS posts: In terms of the Directive on Compulsory Capacity Development, Mandatory Training Days & Minimum Entry Requirements for SMS that was introduced on 1 April 2015, a requirement for all applicants for SMS posts from 1 April 2020 is successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG). The course is available at the NSG under the name certificate for entry into SMS and the full details can be obtained by following the below link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme/. The successful candidate will be required to provide proof of completion of the NSG Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme Certificate for entry into the SMS. Furthermore, candidates shortlisted for the SMS post will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job. Following the interview and the 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 person appointed to this position will be subjected to a security clearance, the signing of a performance agreement, and an employment contract. Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of their qualifications.
MANAGEMENT ECHELON CHIEF DIRECTOR: ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT REF NO: DESTEA 17/09/22 SALARY : R1 269 951 per.annum. (level 14). (An all-inclusive salary package) The total package includes a 70 % basic salary, a state contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund, and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the applicable guidelines. CENTRE : Bloemfontein REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate NQF level 7 qualification in Economics or equivalent qualifications. 5 years or more experience at the senior management level. Extensive experience in the economic development environment. Knowledge of the relevant prescripts and legal framework in the Public Service. Computer literacy and a valid driver’s license. DUTIES Manage Service Centers. Promote and coordinate enterprise development and support within the Province. Facilitate the route and access to markets for micro, small, and medium enterprises. Provide oversight on ensuring access to enterprise and supplier development programmes in collaboration with private sector partners. Creation of an enabling environment for micro, small, and medium enterprises to access business development support services. Develop and implement policies that would ensure that micro, small, and medium enterprises benefit from state procurement. Ensure the development of the Strategic Plan and APP of the Chief Directorate. Management of resources of the Chief Directorate, i.e., human, asset, and financial resources. ENQUIRIES : Dr. M. Nokwequ, Tel No: (051) 400 4914/4923 CHIEF DIRECTOR: INTEGRATED ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT REF NO: DESTEA 18/09/22 SALARY : R1 269 951 per.annum. (level 14). (An all-inclusive salary package)The total package includes a 70% basic salary, a state contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund, and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the applicable guidelines. CENTRE : Bloemfontein REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate NQF level 7 qualification in Economics or equivalent qualifications. 5 years or more experience at the senior management level. Extensive experience in the economic development environment. Knowledge of the relevant prescripts and legal framework in the Public Service. Computer literacy. A valid driver’s license. DUTIES : Support and promote industrial and sectoral development through collaboration with industrial stakeholders. Facilitate the development of industries in the Free State in collaboration with the Free State Development Corporation and the Maluti a Phofung Special Economic Zone (SEZ). Ensure coordination of sector-specific development funding. Facilitate the implementation of strategies and projects that improve the competitiveness of identified priority sectors in the Free State provincial plans. Management of resources of the Chief Directorate, i.e., human, asset, and financial resources. ENQUIRIES : Dr. M. Nokwequ, Tel No: (051) 400 4914/4923 CHIEF DIRECTOR: BIODIVERSITY AND PROTECTED AREAS MANAGEMENT REF NO: DESTEA 19/09/22 SALARY : R1 269 951 per.annum (Level 14). (An all-inclusive salary package) The total package includes a 70% basic salary, a state contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund, and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the applicable guidelines. CENTRE : Bloemfontein REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate NQF level 7 qualification in Environmental Management/ Nature Conservation/ or equivalent qualifications in Natural Sciences discipline. 5 years’ experience at senior managerial level. Extensive experience in the development of strategies for protected areas expansion. Good knowledge of appropriate legislation governing Biodiversity and Protected Areas at the national, provincial, and local levels. Computer literacy and a valid driver’s license. Recommendations: Knowledge of Project Management will be an added advantage. DUTIES : Manage all protected areas through the effective implementation of the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPAA). Promote equitable and sustainable use of resources to contribute to economic development. Implement mechanisms for the protection and management of ecologically viable areas. Promote and regulate the sustainable use of biological, cultural, and genetic resources in the interest of sustainable development. Ensure sustainable management of biodiversity and natural resources. Manage biodiversity through permitting systems. Manage problem animals in the province. Management of resources of the Chief directorate, i.e., human, asset, and financial resources. ENQUIRIES : Dr. M. Nokwequ, Tel No: (051) 400 4914 DIRECTOR: BIODIVERSITY MANAGEMENT & CONSERVATION REF NO: DESTEA 20/09/22 Recommendations: Knowledge of Project Management will be an added advantage. SALARY : R1 073 183 per.annum. (Level 13). (An all-inclusive salary package) The total package includes a 70% basic salary, a state contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund, and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the applicable guidelines. CENTRE : Bloemfontein REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate NQF level 7 qualification in Natural Sciences with majors in Botany or Zoology or equivalent qualifications within the environmental management discipline. 5 years or more experience on the middle/ senior management level. Extensive experience in Biodiversity planning and research. Good knowledge of appropriate legislation governing Biodiversity and Protected Areas at the national, provincial, and local levels. Knowledge of Project Management will be an added advantage for the candidate to be selected. Computer literacy and a valid driver’s license. Recommendations: Post-graduate qualification in Botany or Zoology will be an added advantage. DUTIES : Ensure biodiversity compliance and enforcement. Regulate the utilization of the ecosystem and biodiversity. Lead a team that provides scientific support to departmental Protected Areas. Provide biodiversity scientific research and support services. Represent the Department in National and International Scientific Bodies. Support the Biodiversity Permit Office. Conduct research on Priority Biodiversity Projects. Management of resources of the Directorate, i.e. human, asset, and financial resources. ENQUIRIES : Dr. M. Nokwequ, Tel No: (051) 400 4914/4923 DIRECTOR: ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT REF NO: DESTEA 21/09/22 SALARY : R1 073 183 per.annum. (Level 13). (An all-inclusive salary package) The total package includes a 70% basic salary, a state contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund, and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the applicable guidelines. CENTRE : Bloemfontein REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate NQF level 7 qualification in Environmental Management/ Sciences or equivalent qualifications. 5 years or more experience at the middle/senior management level. Extensive experience within the environmental management field. Good knowledge of appropriate legislation governing Air Quality Activities at the national, provincial, and local levels. Computer literacy and a valid driver’s license. Recommendations: Knowledge of Project Management will be an added advantage. DUTIES : Ensure effective environmental impact management. Ensure compliance with environmental legislation. Improve air quality through the implementation of air quality legislation and policies. Prevent pollution and ensure waste management policies and legislation are implemented and adhered to. Management of resources of the Directorate, i.e., human, asset, and financial resources. ENQUIRIES : Dr. M. Nokwequ, Tel No: (051) 400 4914/4923 DIRECTOR: SECTOR DEVELOPMENT REF NO: DESTEA 22/09/22 SALARY : R1 073 183 per.annum. (Level 13). (An all-inclusive salary package) The total package includes a 70% basic salary, a state contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund, and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the applicable guidelines. CENTRE : Bloemfontein REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate NQF level 7 qualification in Economics/ Business Economics or equivalent qualifications. 5 years or more experience at the middle/ senior management level. Extensive experience in Sector Management. Knowledge of relevant legislation regulating economic development. Computer literacy and a valid driver’s license. Recommendations: Knowledge of Project Management will be an added advantage. DUTIES : Develop and support key economic sectors for the province. Monitor and manage the implementation of tenuously update sector master plans (i.e. 1Mining, Agro-processing, Financial Services, CTFL, Manufacturing, Communication and Digital Economy, Steel, and Metal Fabrication), and coordinate sector-specific forums. Ensure value chain analysis and development in each priority sector. Develop trade and investment opportunities packages as well as export initiatives in collaboration with Free State Development Corporation (FDC) and the Maluti a Phofung Special Economic Zone (SEZ). Promotion and marketing of packages. Management of resources of the Directorate, i.e., human, asset, and financial resources. ENQUIRIES : Mr. T. Makhele, Tel No: (051) 400 4924/ 0768330033 OTHER POSTS DEPUTY DIRECTOR: ASSET, DISPOSAL AND AUXILLIARY SERVICES REF NO: DESTEA 23/09/22 SALARY : R744 255 per.annum. (Level 11). (An all-inclusive salary package) The total package includes a 75% or a 70% basic salary, a state contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund, and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the applicable guidelines. CENTRE : Bloemfontein REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate NQF level 7 qualification in Accounting/ Asset Management or Purchase Management or equivalent qualifications. Relevant experience in Asset and Disposal Management. Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations. Computer literacy and a valid driver’s license. DUTIES : Manage and control the acquisition of movable assets and update the registers thereof. Ensure the maintenance of the property and report if there is maintenance to be done. Develop and maintain the updated U-AMP in line with the GIAMA for all properties under use. Manage the disposal processes in the Department and advice the proper measures concerning the correct process to be followed. Manage and advise on issues relating to losses in the Department. Compile reports regarding assets procured, assets to be disposed and losses incurred by the Department. Contribute to the development of the Operational Plan of the Directorate and the Strategic Plan of the Department especially on matters relating to Assets, Disposal, and Property. Management of resources of the Sub-directorate, i.e., human, asset, and financial resources. ENQUIRIES : Mr. J. Motsetse, Tel no. 051 400 4734 DEPUTY DIRECTOR: MINING REF NO: DESTEA 24/09/22 SALARY : R744 255 per.annum. (Level 11). (An all-inclusive salary package) The total package includes a 75% or a 70% basic salary, a state contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund, and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the applicable guidelines. CENTRE : Bloemfontein REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate NQF level 6 or NQF level 7 qualification in Geology/ Mining/ Economics, or equivalent qualifications. Relevant experience within the mining or similar environment. Knowledge of mining environment. Computer literacy and a valid driver’s license. DUTIES : Manage the coordination and facilitate the implementation of mining initiatives/project plans. Support appropriate environment for mining development. Develop departmental mining policies. Engage in the build-upwards and downwards-stream in mining value chains. Management of resources of the Sub-directorate, i.e., human, asset, and financial resources. ENQUIRIES : Ms. A Phitsane, Tel No: (051) 400 4732 DEPUTY DIRECTOR: INFRASTRUCTURE REF NO: DESTEA 25/09/22 SALARY : R744 255. per annum (Level 11). (An all-inclusive salary package) The total package includes 75 or 70% basic salary, a state contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund, and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the applicable guidelines. CENTRE : Bloemfontein REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate NQF level 6 or NQF level 7 qualification in Electrical Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Architectural design/ Civil Engineering, or equivalent qualification. 3-5 years of experience in the Infrastructure Development and Maintenance environment. Knowledge of PFMA, Public Service Regulations, BBBEE, Supply Chain Management Act, Bills of Quantities, and Architectural/ Electrical/ Surveyor Manual. Computer literacy and a valid driver’s license. DUTIES : Conduct a needs assessment regarding the project or receive a request regarding the infrastructure development needs to be implemented by a specific Directorate/Resort/Reserve and Service Centers; conduct feasibility to identify the following: will the department be able to implement such a project, how much budget will be needed to implement the project, estimate completion date of the project, role players in the project. Develop the infrastructure Development Project Plan which will indicate the Role players and their responsibility, the estimated cost, and the time frames; present the Infrastructure Development Project Plan to the Head of Department (HOD), the Directorate where the project will be implemented, and all the Role players taking part in the project, present the Infrastructure Development and Maintenance Plan at the Free State Provincial Treasury, compile the submission for the HOD to approve the Infrastructure Development Project Plan. Conduct site inspections with the technical team which includes the Health and Safety Specialist; after the successful bidder has been appointed, hold the technical meeting (which included the Engineering, Quantity Surveyor, and Project Manager) with the Bidder to agree on the expectation of the Department, upon receipt of invoice, submit all documentation to Supply Chain Management Directorate to process payment to the Contractor, handover of the project to the Department by the Contractor and receive all the certificates (e.g. Practical Completion certificates). Submit progress report to the HOD regarding the project and this includes; ensuring that the work commences as per the contract, submitting the final report to the HOD regarding the project completion, and providing the report to Provincial Treasury on the completion of the Infrastructure Development Project. Provide inputs for the development of the Strategic Plan as well as the Annual Performance Plan. Manage the resource of the Sub-Directorate which include human, asset, and budget resources. ENQUIRIES : Dr. S Fuku, Tel. No: (051)-400 9436/ 071 130 6076 ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: ECONOMIC PLANNING AND LED REF NO: DESTEA 26/09/22 SALARY : R382 245. per.annum. (Level 9) CENTRE : Bloemfontein REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate NQF level 6 or NQF level 7 qualification in Economics/ Business Economics or equivalent qualifications. Relevant experience in Economic Planning. Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations. Computer literacy and a valid driver’s license. DUTIES : Develop plans, policies, and strategies for economic development for the Department and State Owned Entities (SOEs) and ensure alignment with provincial and national mandates and policies. Assist management with monitoring and evaluation of economic plans, strategies, and programmes and provide a report thereof. Network with all relevant stakeholders on issues relating to economic planning and promote interaction during seminars and conferences. Participate in the development of the Departmental Strategic Plan, and Annual Performance Plan in line with the priorities set out in the Free State Growth and Development Strategy (FSGDS). Manage the resources of the division, i.e. human, asset, and financial resources. ENQUIRIES : Mr. T Lekutle, Tel No: (051) 400 9618 /0820544888 ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: MINING REF NO: DESTEA 27/09/22 SALARY : R382 245. per.annum. (Level 9) CENTRE : Bloemfontein REQUIREMENTS An undergraduate NQF level 6 or NQF level 7 qualification in Geology/ Economics/ Mining or equivalent qualifications. Relevant experience within mining development or similar environment. Knowledge of mining environment. Computer literacy and a valid driver’s license. DUTIES : Coordinate and facilitate the implementation of mining development initiatives/ project plans. Support appropriate environment for mining development. Provide inputs in the development of departmental mining policies. Engage in the build-upwards and downwards-stream in mining value chains. Manage the resources of the division, i.e. human, asset, and financial resources. ENQUIRIES : Ms. A Phitsane, Tel No: (051) 400 4732 ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER PRODUCTION GRADE A-C: COMPLIANCE AND ENFORCEMENT REF NO: DESTEA 28/09/22 (2 POSTS) SALARY : R272 739 – R414 189. per.annum (OSD) - Appropriate salary will be determined according to the regulatory framework based on OSD. CENTRE : Bloemfontein REQUIREMENTS An undergraduate NQF level 6 or NQF level 7 in Environmental Science/ Management or Geography or equivalent qualification. Knowledge of relevant government regulations. Computer literacy. A valid driver’s license. DUTIES : Plan, coordinate, and render compliance monitoring which would include: planning for inspection and audits, ensuring the implementation of monitoring activities and verifications of reports, and determining further actions to be taken. Participate and assist in compliance and enforcement activities which may include, amongst others, undertaking investigations of complaints and/or transgressions, a compilation of administrative notices and directives, etc. Assist in determining further actions to be taken regarding administrative/ criminal prosecution; determine what type of enforcement measures to be applied - administrative/ civil/ criminal; advocate cooperative governance in dealing with enforcement issues (National Prosecuting Authority [NPA], South African Police Services (SAPS), Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS), Municipalities, etc.) and participate in law enforcement operations, subject to Environmental Management Inspector (EMI) designation. Plan and participate in compliance promotion/ awareness/ workshops which amongst others would include; the promotion of environmental rights and justice etc. Render support to the Environmental Education and Awareness component in conducting compliance awareness workshops, and the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) component at the Environmental Management Committee for decision making. Attend to all assigned emergency cases reported to the Department within legislated time frames. NB: The successful candidate will be expected to work long hours and travel extensively. ENQUIRIES : Dr. S Fuku, Tel No: (051) 400 4810
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