COMMUNITY SCHEMES OMBUD SERVICE (CSOS) VACANCIES

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SENIOR MANAGER: OFFICE OF THE CHIEF OMBUD 
(Ref. CSOS/SMOOTCO/11/22) 
This position reports to the Chief Ombud and offers a total cost to company package of R1 284 085,00 per annum. 
 
Requirements
• Bachelor’s Degree in Administration, Business Management, Law or Commerce or Social Sciences with at least a postgraduate Degree/Diploma: 
• Minimum 7 Years’ Experience in strategic leadership, support and/or development, administrative support, Chief of Staff, Performance Monitoring or any relevant area of strategic support at Executive Level. 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• Provide strategic and administrative support to the Office of the Chief Ombud. 
• Coordinate corporate performance monitoring for all CSOS Divisions, evaluation and reporting in compliance with the relevant guidelines 
• Contribute to Office of the Chief Ombud responsibility to ensure adequate administrative controls, governance, and risk management. 
• Provide quality assurance on submissions directed to the Chief Ombud. 
• Direct adherence to CSOS Values 
• Manage Strategic Projects in the Office of the Chief Ombud as assigned, such as Transformation Initiatives of the Industry and liaison with industry stakeholders. 
• Exceptional communication and writing skills 
 
 
 
 
 
 
INTERNAL AUDITOR X 3 
(Ref. CSOS/LA/11/22) 
This position reports to the Senior Specialist Internal Auditor and offers a total cost to company package of R517 492,00 per annum. 
 
Requirements
• National Diploma in Internal Audit or bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting, and Internal Auditing. 
• Honours in Accounting/Internal Audit or B-Tech Internal Auditing would be an added advantage. 
• Certified Internal Auditor qualification would be an advantage. 
• 3 - 5 years’ experience in internal audit profession in corporate/ public sector organization. 
• Understanding of various and relevant legislations (e.g., PFMA, TR, etc.): 
• Knowledge of finance and accounting systems and practices. 
• Professional Standards for the Practice of Internal Auditing. 
• Internal Audit Principles. 
• Project management. 
• Policy Review 
• Risk Management 
• People management 
• Business advisory 
• Auditing 
• Analytical 
• Monitoring and Reporting 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• Make input in the preparation of the strategic and operational audit plans in accordance with the acceptable audit standards and results of the risk assessments conducted by the Corporate Risk Management. 
• Conduct, plan, execute and report on IA projects and ad-hoc in line with the applicable audit standards, procedures, and the internal audit methodology. 
• Prepare and present a consolidated factual audit report on findings and recommendations, in line with the Internal Audit methodology. 
• Utilize technology audit tools and resources in support of the Internal Audit methodology. 
• Manage relationships with internal clients and stakeholders through regular liaison, consultations, and presentations with the objective of achieving improved customer satisfaction and awareness. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR SPECIALIST: INTERNAL AUDITOR 
(Ref. CSOS/SSIA/11/22) 
This position reports to the Internal Audit Manager and offers a total cost to company package of R946 326,00 per annum. 
 
Requirements
• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Commerce or in Internal Auditing. 
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) would be an added advantage. 
• 6 - 7 years’ experience in an audit or accounting field. 
• 2 years Supervisory (project Lead) experience in an internal auditing profession corporate/ public sector organization (Research and Quality). 
• Understanding of various and relevant legislations (PFMA, TR, etc.) 
• Knowledge of finance and accounting systems and practices 
• Professional Standards for the Practice of Internal Auditing 
• Internal Audit Principles 
• Project management 
• Report writing 
• Supervision 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• Assist the SM: IA to Consolidate, update and finalise the annual Internal Audit strategic documents, Strategic and detailed operational audit schedules/plans, Internal Audit Charter and Divisional Balanced Scorecard in accordance with the acceptable audit standards by conducting a wide risk enterprise assessment and within the stipulated timeframe so that an effective and efficient audit process exists to assist management and the board in achieving the strategic objectives. 
• Conduct audit projects and Quality review of the performance of audit projects by the team, (planning, execution, and reporting) and ad-hoc in line with the applicable IPPF audit standards, procedures and the internal audit methodology.
• Assist the SM: IA to Consolidate and prepare to EXCO and the Audit Committee factual audit reports on significant findings and recommendations, audit activities and progress against the annual audit plan in line with the audit cycles as approved by the Audit Committee. 
• Conduct Research, acquire and maintain audit software / tools / resources to support / assist the Internal Audit function to perform their responsibilities / work the more effective and efficient. 
• Assist the SM: IA to Develop, update and maintain Internal Audit divisional audit strategies, methodologies, policies, and procedures through continuous research to keep abreast with the latest developments and pronouncements within the IA profession. 
• Manage relationships with Clients (with Auditees) and stakeholders through regular liaison and consultations with the objective of achieving improved client satisfaction. 
 
 
 

 
 
ADMIN ASISSTANT: INTERNAL AUDIT 
(Ref. CSOS/AAIA/11/22) 
This position reports to the Chief Audit Executive and offers a total cost to company package of R387 110,00 per annum. 
 
Requirements
• Grade 12 plus secretarial training and/or certificate in MS Office Suite 
• A secretarial diploma or a diploma in office administration or equivalent. 
• 5-7 years working experience within a secretarial of administrative support role to a senior manager or executive in general office practices or procedures
• Knowledge of principles and practices of organisation, records management, and general administration 
• Basic principles and practices of bookkeeping 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• Receive and record incoming and outgoing correspondence to ensure proper record-keeping for the Division. 
• Prepare and distribute minutes, presentations, as well as general office documentation/communication to ensure that information, reach relevant identified parties 
• Perform general office duties 
• Arrange work sessions and staff meetings with employees and coordinate all logistical arrangements for the Division. 
• Responsible for the accommodation and flight arrangements for the Executive in accordance with CSOS travelling policy and procedures to the satisfaction of the division 
• Provide management support to the Executive 
 
 
 
 
 
 
MANAGER: BUSINESS APPLICATIONS 
(Ref. CSOS/MBA/11/22) 
This position reports to the Chief Information Officer and offers a total cost to company package of R1 111 706,00 per annum. 
 
Requirements
• A National Diploma /Degree in Information Systems/Technology/Computer science qualification or equivalent. 
• A postgraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA or equivalent.
• 4-8 Years’ experience in software application development and implementation in corporate/ public sector organisation of which 3 years must be at management/ supervisory level with direct reports. 
• Experience in managing IT application delivery throughout the software development lifecycle. 
• Experience in Business Analysis. 
• Experience in application management and support processes. 
• Experience in database management and business analytics. 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• Manage and facilitate the functional support and continuous improvement of ICT business solutions. 
• Oversee the analysis and design of ICT solutions in line with business requirements. 
• Manage the development and implementation of the business applications. 
• Provide business advice on internal functioning and processes, based on expert knowledge of the client environment and their requirements, thereby facilitating their optimal use of their systems. 
• Liaise with suppliers and sub-departments to ensure continuous service delivery and improvement of service to the client in line with their requirements. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SPECIALIST: SERVER AND NETWORK MANAGEMENT 
(Ref. CSOS/SSANM/11/22) 
This position reports to the Manager: ICT Infrastructure and Operations and offers a total cost to company package of R610 625,00 per annum. 
 
Requirements
• National Diploma, or bachelor’s degree in computer science or Information Technology 
• CNE, MCSE, MCITP or equivalent. 
• 5 -8 years of experience in providing and supporting server infrastructure and network management. 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• Design and plan all services and solutions relating to server infrastructure and Directory services. 
• To manage the formulation of procedures and standards for Directory-integrated systems, Servers, and related services. 
• To manage and monitor infrastructure preparation. 
• Reporting and Communication by timeously addressing customer issues in line with existing service level agreements. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SPECIALIST: END USER SUPPORT 
(Ref. CSOS/SEUS/11/22) 
This position reports to the Manager: ICT Infrastructure and Operations and offers a total cost to company package of R610 625,00 per annum. 
 
Requirements
• A National Diploma /Degree in Information Systems/Technology/Computer science qualification or equivalent. 
• CNE, MCSE, MCITP or equivalent Certification. 
• ITIL certification will be an added advantage. 
• 5 – 8 Years of working experience in ICT support environment (Network / Systems Administrator). 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• Lead and optimise the ICT end user support environment. 
• Provide advanced proactive and reactive support to end-users. 
• Oversee the process of providing effective and efficient end user support services. 
• Liaise with suppliers and sub-departments to ensure continuous service delivery and improvement of service to the client in line with their requirements. 
 
PROJECT MANAGER 
(Ref. CSOS/PM/11/22) 
This position reports to the Chief Information Officer and offers a total cost to company package of R946 326,00 per annum. 
 
Requirements
• A National Diploma/Degree in Information Systems/Technology/Computer Science, or equivalent qualification at NQF6. 
• Project Management Certification (PMBOK, Prince 2 or any other comparable Project Management methodology certification). 
• A postgraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA or equivalent.
• 6- 8 years Project Management experience, three (3) of which must have been at supervisory/senior level. 
• Extensive experience in applying formal project management methodologies, techniques, and tools. 
• Extensive experience in the implementation of complex ICT solutions in a project management capacity. 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• Manage the overall planning, execution, monitoring and closing of ICT projects.
• Manage administrative support of ICT project management. 
• Manage, implement, and assess all ICT project related risks. 
• Manage and track ICT Project Finances. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
APPLICATION SUPPORT X2 
(Ref. CSOS/AS/11/22) 
This position reports to the Specialist: Technical Services and offers a total cost to company package of R427 164,00 per annum. 
 
Requirements
• Diploma in information Communication Technology (NQF 6 of higher) or equivalent. 
• Knowledge of Office 365 Productivity Tools advantageous. 
• Microsoft SQL Experience advantageous. 
• Data/analytics certification will be an added advantage. 
• Minimum of 2 Years of working experience in IT/application development 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• System and applications management, enhancement, and maintenance. 
• User experience Improvement. 
• Reporting and analytics. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
MANAGER: IT RISK AND GOVERNANCE 
(Ref. CSOS/MIAG/11/22) 
This position reports to the Chief Information Officer and offers a total cost to company package of R946 326,00 per annum. 
 
Requirements
• A National Diploma /Degree in Information Systems/Technology/Computer science qualification or equivalent. 
• COBIT Certification. 
• A postgraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA or equivalent.
• ITIL Certification will be an added advantage. 
• Relevant recognized information and cyber security certifications. 
• 6- 8 years of working experience in the ICT risk, security, and compliance of which three years in management level. 
• 3 years’ experience in ICT Strategy development and implementation. 
• Knowledge of Enterprise Architecture frameworks. 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• Develop and Implement the ICT Governance, Risk and Compliance strategy to ensure the provision of Compliance Services function to the entire organisation to enable CSOS to achieve its mandate. 
• Manage and Implement ICT Governance, Risk and Compliance legislation and regulations to ensure compliance standards are met. 
• Manage ICT Security strategy and address business continuity, and risks to ensure legislative demand and satisfy the need to safeguard, reputation and technological infrastructure. 
• Manage, implement, and assess all ICT related risks through ICT audit check, assessment to ensure delivery and make a recommendation for auditing check. 
• Facilitate, coordinate, and monitor ICT strategies, plans and financial management 
• Develop and Implement and ICT Security, Compliance and Risk Management training and awareness plan. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
EXECUTIVE: ORGANISATIONAL STRATEGY AND PERFORMANCE 
(5 YEAR FIXED TERM CONTRACT) 
(Ref. CSOS/EOSP/11/22) 
This position reports to the Chief Ombud and offers a total cost to company package of R1 964 745,93 per annum 
 
Requirements
• Post Graduate Degree in Business Management or Business/public Admin and or equivalent (NQF 8). 
• 10-12 years in Corporate Strategic Planning and Performance Monitoring, with at least 5 years in a managerial position. 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• Develop and manage the implementation of Corporate Strategy as well as oversee the strategic initiatives through the organization. 
• Evaluate and monitor market trends as well as conduct business intelligence assessments within the industry and identify opportunities. 
• Develop, integrate and align the Corporate APP with the Corporate Strategy planning process to ensure attainment of CSOS outcomes. 
• Facilitate organisational performance monitoring and evaluation process and reporting to governance structures. 
• Manage resources for optimal utilisation and effective service delivery. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR SPECIALIST: PERFORMANCE MONITORING, EVALUATION AND REPORTING 
(Ref. CSOS/SPMER/11/22) 
This position reports to the Senior Manager: Strategic Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation and offers a total cost to company package of R946 326,00 per annum 
 
Requirements
• Bachelor’s Degree in public Administration/Management, Economics, Commerce, or an equivalent degree 
• 5-7 years working experience in organisational performance management, monitoring and evaluation, Programme Evaluation, general management, project management and operations responsibilities in large corporate/public sector organisation. 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• Monitor corporate performance to improve the overall performance of the organisation. 
• Organisational Performance Monitoring and Reporting. 
• Implement a reporting system that measures and reports actual achievement against a plan of all departments/divisions for all major project in CSOS by conducting monitoring and evaluation of the corporate score card performance in line with the Annual Performance Plan (APP) and Annual Operational Plan (AOP). 
 
 
• Compilation of monthly, Quarterly and Annual Report 
• Coordinate organisation wide Performance reporting. 
• Evaluation Assessment of Projects and programmes. 
• Portfolio of Evidence verification and validation 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR SPECIALIST: STRATEGIC PLANNING 
(Ref. CSOS/SSPA/11/22) 
This position reports to the Senior Manager: Strategic Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation and offers a total cost to company package of R946 326,00 per annum 
 
Requirements
• Bachelor’s Degree in public Administration/Management, Development planning, Economics, Commerce, or an equivalent degree. 
• Computer literacy. 
• 5 to 7 years’ experience in Strategic Planning/Management and Policy Development in the Public/Private sector 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• Coordinate Strategic and Annual Performance Planning. 
• Coordinate and facilitate departmental and divisional strategies and plans. 
• Assist with business intelligence assessments within the industry and identify collaboration opportunities. 
• Provide support to the Senior Manager for the development of the CSOS’s Strategic Plan and Annual Performance plan. 
• Develop guidelines for strategic and operational planning 
• Develop and review planning indicators and ensure that outputs are aligned to indicator 
• Co-ordinate, advice and liaise with line managers on strategic and operational planning principles and activities 
• Facilitate the operational planning sessions within the planning cycle 
 
 
 
 
 
ADMIN ASSISTANT: EXECUTIVE ORGANISATIONAL STRATEGY 
(Ref. CSOS/AAEOS/11/22) 
This position reports to the Executive: Organizational Strategy and Performance and offers a total cost to company package of R387 110,00 per annum 
 
Requirements
• A secretarial diploma or a diploma in office administration or equivalent. 
• Grade 12 plus secretarial training and/or certificate in MS Office Suite. 
• 3-5 years office admin experience. 
• 5-7 years working experience within a secretarial of administrative support role to a senior manager or executive in general office practices or procedures
 
Key Performance Areas 
• Receive and record incoming and outgoing correspondence to ensure proper record-keeping for the Division. 
• Prepare and distribute minutes, presentations, as well as general office documentation/communication to ensure that information, reach relevant identified parties 
• Perform general office duties 
• Arrange work sessions and staff meetings with employees and coordinate all logistical arrangements for the Division. 
• Responsible for the accommodation and flight arrangements for the Executive in accordance with CSOS travelling policy and procedures to the satisfaction of the division. 
• Provide management support to the Executive and the Unit 
 
 
 
 
 
 
EXECUTIVE: RISK MANAGEMENT 
(5 YEAR FIXED TERM CONTRACT) 
(Ref. CSOS/ERM/11/22) 
This position reports to the Chief Ombud and offers a total cost to company package of 
R1 964 745,93 per annum 
 
Requirements
• Postgraduate Degree in Risk Management/ Auditing, Bachelor of Commerce Management / Administration and or equivalent (NQF 8). 
• Statutory: Preferably belong to appropriate professional body / association. 
• A minimum of 12 years’ experience in Strategic leadership and/or Risk Management role with at least 5 years in a managerial position. 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• To facilitate the execution of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) processes as a key enabler to enhance and maintain business continuity in assisting CSOS to meet its core objectives. 
• Facilitate Enterprise-Wide Risk Assessments. 
• Conducts risk identification, analysis and evaluation with strategic partners and business units within the CSOS, 
• Lead and set direction for Enterprise Risk Management Function. 
• Monitor, report and analyse risk, legal and compliance management processes, exposures, and trends. 
• Development of Risk Management governance documents. 
• Facilitate the development and monitoring of risk registers. 
• Coordinate risk assessment for all the CSOS function. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
RISK ASSURANCE OFFICER X 2 
(Ref. CSOS/RAO/11/22) 
This position reports to the Senior Manager: Risk Management and offers a total cost to company package of R610 625,00 per annum 
 
Requirements
• A National Diploma/Degree in Auditing, Risk Management, Compliance. 
• At least 3 years’ experience in the Enterprise Risk management field. 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• Provide support to the Senior Manager Risk Management. 
• Coordinate Risk Management activities in the Entity 
• Leverage on existing compliance requirements and practices in maintaining high standards to ensure regulation and compliance. 
• Facilitation of compliance risks identification including analysing policies, laws and regulations. 
• Follow up on implementation of compliance risk mitigation strategies. 
• Develop reports Maintenance to ensure efficient record storage for reference and auditing purposes. 
• Development of Compliance risk management and staff requirements, to ensure the efficient operation of the unit. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR MANAGER: RISK MANAGEMENT 
(Ref. CSOS/SMRM/11/22) 
This position reports to the Executive: Risk Management and offers a total cost to company package of R1 284 085,00 per annum 
 
Requirements
• BCom or Risk Management Degree B Com Hons Internal Auditing or Risk Management (or relevant qualification). 
• Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA) and Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) will be an added advantage. 
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in Risk Management in a public Sector organization of which 3 years should be in middle management in Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) field. 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• Development of Risk Management governance documents. 
• Facilitate the development and monitoring of risk registers. 
• Coordinate risk assessment for all the CSOS function. 
• Leverage on existing legal structures and practices in maintaining high legal service standards to ensure regulation and compliance. 
• Facilitation of compliance risks identification including analysing policies, laws and regulations. 
• Manage follow ups on implementation of compliance risk mitigation strategies. 
• Develop reports Maintenance to ensure efficient record storage for reference and auditing purposes. 
• Experience in the development of policies/implementation strategies. Knowledge of the relevant prescripts, legislation, and regulations. Knowledge and understanding of the Risk Management environment. 
• Management of Compliance risk management finances, asset/equipment, and staff requirements, in order to ensure the efficient operation of the unit. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ADMIN ASSISTANT: EXECUTIVE RISK 
(Ref. CSOS/AAER/11/22) 
This position reports to the Executive: Risk Management and offers a total cost to company package of R387 110,00 per annum 
 
Requirements
• A secretarial diploma or a diploma in office administration or equivalent. 
• Grade 12 plus secretarial training and/or certificate in MS Office Suite. 
• 3-5 general office admin. 
• 5-7 years working experience within a secretarial of administrative support role to a senior manager or executive in general office practices or procedures
 
Key Performance Areas 
• Receive and record incoming and outgoing correspondence to ensure proper record-keeping for the Division. 
• Prepare and distribute minutes, presentations, as well as general office documentation/communication to ensure that information, reach relevant identified parties 
• Perform general office duties 
• Arrange work sessions and staff meetings with employees and coordinate all logistical arrangements for the Division. 
• Responsible for the accommodation and flight arrangements for the Executive in accordance with CSOS travelling policy and procedures to the satisfaction of the division. 
• Provide management support to the Executive 
 
 
 
 
 
 
FACILITIES OFFICER 
(Ref. CSOS/FO/11/22) 
This position reports to the Manager: Facilities and offers a total cost to company package of R483 367,00 per annum 
 
Requirements
• Matric. Degree and or National Diploma in Project Management, Building Management or Facilities related field. 
• Structural/Mechanical/Electrical/Civil Engineering degree would be an added advantage. 
• 5 years’ work experience, with at least 2 years relevant experience in facility management in a corporate/public sector organization. 
• A working knowledge of building management, preventative maintenance programs, mechanical equipment, air conditioning, fire systems, emergency power and the OHS Act, 
• Must be in possession of a valid driver’s license and own vehicle and be willing to travel at short notice. 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• Conduct regular inspections and audits on the building and applicable infrastructure. 
• Provide work schedule according to building and maintenance plan to ensure enforcement of policy and procedures for safe working environment. 
• Manage and conduct quality control routine checks in compliance to OHSA and all other requisite regulations. 
• Ensure that the workplace is in line with best practice. 
• Manage Technical Service Contracts and Service Level Agreements. 
• Establish work procedures and processes for all technical, soft services and business support functions. 
• Accountable for planning, scheduling, monitoring and execute all maintenance related aspects, building information management systems, planned inspections and auditing of buildings within their portfolio. 
• Facilitate projects for any office move or acquisition. 
• Assess and mitigate risk. 
• Knowledge of security management. 
• Knowledge of records, facilities, and business management. 
• Interpersonal skills. 
• Project management. 
• Co-ordination 
• Negotiation 
• Planning 
• Attention to detail/Accuracy 
• Honesty and Integrity 
• Follow through 
• Service oriented 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR MANAGER: HUMAN CAPITAL 
(Ref. CSOS/SMHC/11/22) 
This position reports to the Executive: Corporate Services and offers a total cost to company package of R1 284 085,00 per annum
 
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree/or National Diploma in human resources management/ equivalent NQF Level 7 qualification. 
• An appropriate NQF Level 8 or equivalent Honours degree/MTech qualification in human resources management/equivalent qualification will be an added advantage.
• 8 to 9 years working experience in a generalist human resources management position which 3 years’ experience should be in managing a diverse team of professionals in a Corporate/Public Sector Organisation. 
• Experience and exposure to Human Resources projects deployment and management. 
• Exposure to Human Resources Information Management systems. 
• Exposure to development and deployment of collaborative HCM engagement strategies for effective Human Capital Management. 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• HCM Projects: Manage the implementation of Human Capital projects within the line of business and act as the HR lead on a range of different projects and responsibilities. 
• Learning & Development: Ensure facilitation and identification of current and future learning capabilities for roles to enable the development of employees. 
• Performance management and reward: Facilitate and drive enduring performance management. 
• Talent Management: Facilitate the identification of critical skills and talent utilising the talent management framework and process with management. 
• OD and Change management: Partner with LoB to ensure that the organisational structure and jobs are aligned to the service delivery model. 
• Employee relations: Advocate and facilitate resolutions regarding employee relations issues, with escalation to the Head of Human Capital management when necessary. 
• HR conditions of employment and benefits: Ensure coordination and administration of the HR conditions of employment. 
• Recruitment and selection: Ensure that Line of Business is informed in terms of recruitment and selection policies and that the headcount is managed within the budget. 
• Human Recourses Management: Management of the Human Capital Business partners.

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EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: EXECUTIVE CORPORATE SERVICES 
(Ref. CSOS/EAECA/11/22) 
This position reports to the Executive: Corporate Services and offers a total cost to company package of R483 367,00 per annum 
 
Requirements
• A secretarial diploma or a diploma in office administration or equivalent. 
• Grade 12 plus secretarial training and/or certificate in MS Office Suite. 
• 5-7 years working experience within a secretarial of administrative support role to a senior manager or executive in general office practices or procedures. 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• Receive and record incoming and outgoing correspondence to ensure proper record keeping for the Division. 
• Prepare and distribute minutes, presentations as well as general office documentation/communication to ensure that information reached relevant identified parties. 
• Perform general office duties. 
• Arrange work sessions and staff meetings with employees and coordinate all logistical arrangements for the Division. 
• Responsible for the accommodation and flight arrangements for the Executive in accordance with CSOS travelling policy and procedures to the satisfaction of the division. 
• Provide management support to the Executive. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
LEGAL ADVISOR X 2 
(Ref. CSOS/LA/11/22) 
This position reports to the Senior Manager: Legal Services and offers a total cost to company package of R946 326,00 per annum 
 
Requirements
• LLB or Equivalent. 
• Admitted Attorney or Advocate. 
• Minimum 5 years of Post Qualification Experience in legal environment. 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• Develop policies and processes that support CSOS reporting through proper documentation and data management. 
• Draft, vet and negotiate legally sound contracts and ensure value for money is derived from goods and services procured and expenditure incurred by the CSOS, and support Business Units to manage their contracts. 
• Provide legal advice to CSOS on the management of contracts in compliance with various legal requirements and policies. 
• Provide legal opinions and comment on relevant Legislation through thorough research and analysis of case law implications. 
• Optimisation of the Section through the proactive introduction of best practice and maintain ownership of work, performance management and development 
 
 
 
 
 
 
MANAGER: ACCOUNTS PAYABLE 
(Ref. CSOS/MAP/11/22) 
This position reports to the Senior Manager: Financial Management and offers a total cost to company package of R1 111 706,00 per annum 
 
Requirements
• Finance related Degree and/or National Diploma (NQF 6/7). 
• A postgraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA or equivalent.
• 5 to 8 years relevant experience in finance. 
• 2 years supervisory and/or management experience would be an advantage. 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• To implement, review and monitor the accounts payable strategy and policy ensuring that CSOS develops and implements best suited accounts payable interventions, programmes and processes. 
• To design, implement and review accounts payable processes in the organization’s operating systems to ensure that processes are adequate, functional and conform to industry standards. 
• To manage and empower staff to enable them to deliver on their performance goals to ensure the department achieves its objectives. 
• To compile departmental risk assessments and implement action plans or/and internal controls to manage risks to acceptable levels and address audit concerns timely to ensure a smooth audit. 
• To develop, implement and manage Operating Level Agreements (OLA) and manage services in line with said OLA. 
• To compile and control all resources (assets, people and budget) to ensure departmental adherence to the organizational parameters. 
• To develop, review and finalise required reports to stakeholder. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
MANAGER: MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING 
(Ref. CSOS/MMA/11/22) 
This position reports to the Senior Manager: Financial Management and offers a total cost to company package of R1 111 706,00 per annum 
 
Requirements
• An Honours Degree in Accounting or equivalent. 
• Postgraduate in accounting. 
• A total of 10 years’ working experience 3 of which must be at supervisory level. 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• Develop policies, processes and procedures and provide specialist input. 
• Manage CSOS’s budget planning process, oversee budget implementation and reporting. 
• Implement effective financial control systems for CSOS and ensure relevant accounting standards are upheld. 
• Ensure effective cash flow management and forecasts to report to the CFO. 
• Ensure accurate and timeous financial reporting. 
• Proactively introduce improvement opportunities in line with best practice to optimise organisational success and optimisation of the Section. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR: ACCOUNTANT CREDIT CONTROLLER 
(Ref. CSOS/SACC/11/22) 
This position reports to the Manager: Accounts Receivables and offers a total cost to company package of R801 087,00 per annum 
 
Requirements
• Finance related Degree. 
• Btech Credit Management 
• 5 years Debt Management experience; with at least 2 years supervisory and management experience as well as systems and procedure design and Management reporting experience. 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• Implement, review, and monitor the debt management strategy and policy ensuring that CSOS develops and implement best suited debt management interventions, programmes and processes. 
• Implement, design and reviews important debt management processes in organization operating systems to ensure that processes are adequate, functional and conform to industry standards. 
• Analyse the debtors book and direct the debt management staff in order to ensure clean debtors book 
• Manage and empower staff to enable them to deliver on their performance goals to ensure the department achieves its objectives. 
• Compile departmental risk assessment and implement action plans or/and internal controls to manage risks to acceptable levels and address audit concerns timely to ensure a smooth audit. 
• Develop Operating Level Agreements (OLA) and monitor services in line with said OLA. 
• Compile and control the budget to ensure departmental adherence to the organisational budget parameters. 
• Draft required reports to stakeholders for inclusion in financial reports. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR: ACCOUNTANT RECEIVABLE 
(Ref. CSOS/SAR/11/22) 
This position reports to the Manager: Accounts Receivables and offers a total cost to company package of R801 087,00 per annum 
 
Requirements
• Finance related degree or National Diploma (NQF6/7). 
• 3-5 years accounts receivable and /or finance experience. 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• To monitor payment allocations. 
• To administer all requests impacting the department. 
• To manage the invoice generation process. 
• To manage agency transactions (specific suppliers). 
• To manage the general ledger accounts and Accounts Receivable module. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR: ACCOUNTANT BUDGETING AND PLANNING X2 
(Ref. CSOS/SABP/11/22) 
This position reports to the Manager: Management Accounting and offers a total cost to company package of R801 087,00 per annum 
 
Requirements
• Finance related degree or National Diploma (NQF6/7) 
• 3-5 years accounts receivable and /or finance experience. 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• Support the budget planning process 
• Financial Reporting 
• Develop policies, processes and procedures and provide specialist input. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT PAYABLE 
(Ref. CSOS/SAP/11/22) 
This position reports to the Manager: Payable and offers a total cost to company package of R801 087,00 per annum.
 
Requirements
• Finance related degree or National Diploma (NQF6/7 
• 3-5 years accounts payable and /or finance experience 
• Good knowledge of Generally Recognised Accounting Practice (GRAP) and other financial and accounting principles 
• Understanding of relevant legislation, including PFMA and Treasury regulations.
• Implementation of internal controls 
• Business & System processes 
• Ability to make an informed decision 
• Analytical 
• Meticulous 
• Good communication skills 
• Customer Service 
• Problem solving 
• Writing skills 
• Conflict handling 
• Influencing 
• Integrity 
• Judgement 
• Numerical intellect 
• Interpersonal skills 
• Assertiveness 
• Microsoft Office 
• Process Improvement 
• Decision making 
• Risk Identification 
• Staff management 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• To review and approve supplier invoices and payment reconciliations. 
• To administer all requests impacting the department. 
• To review monthly supplier reconciliations 
• To manage the general ledger accounts and Accounts Payables module. 
• To effectively supervise staff. 
• Develop, coordinate, and implement the relevant policies, procedures, and Operating level agreements 
• To compile required reports for accounts payable 
 
 
 
 
 
 
PAYROLL OFFICER X2 
(Ref. CSOS/PO/11/22) 
This position reports to the Manager: Payables and offers a total cost to company package of R483 367,00 per annum 
 
Requirements
• Bachelor of Commerce and / or equivalent qualification in Finance or Payroll (NQF Level 6/7). 
• 2 – 3 years working experience in Payroll Management and Administration 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• Ensure implementation of Payroll system and alignment with corporate strategic objectives. 
• Critically review and analyze current payroll, benefits, and tax procedures to recommend and implement changes leading to best-practice operation. 
• Coordination and management of entire payroll function to ensure payment and tax calculation of CSOS, employee and management. 
• Manage Payroll audits to ensure compliance with legislative requirements. 
• Coordinate active communication with Management to ensure payroll review cross departments and reconcile data. 
• Ensure systems are set-up and updated to reflect current employee head count. 
• Coordinate and manage regular preparation Payroll reports. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
CREDIT CONTROLLER X 3 
(Ref. CSOS/CC/11/22) 
This position reports to the Senior: Accountant Credit Controller and offers a total cost to company package of R483 367,00 per annum 
 
Requirements
• Bachelor of Commerce and / or equivalent qualification in Finance or Debt Collection. (NQF Level 6/7). 
• 4-5 years relevant experience. 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• To follow up on outstanding debt to ensure that it is collected timeously. 
• To develop and implement policies and procedures for the environment to ensure compliance. 
• To escalate outstanding debt to improve the collectability of debt. 
• To process debt, write off and debt impairment to ensure that the debtor’s book is collectable. 
• To provide an effective service in respect of debt and cash flow management. 
• To provide input into the reporting process to ensure that stakeholders have complete, accurate and timely information for decision making purposes. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE OFFICER X2 
(Ref. CSOS/ARO/11/22) 
This position reports to the Senior Accountant: Receivables and offers a total cost to company package of R483 367,00 per annum 
 
Requirements
• Grade 12 plus 1 Year Financial Related Diploma (NQF 5). 
• 2-3 years accounts receivable and /or finance experience. 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• To accurately and timeously allocate payments and report thereon. 
• To attend to and address customer requests, queries and disputes. 
• To timeously and accurately process customer invoices to ensure the quality of billing. 
• To print and distribute customer invoices and related documents. 
• To implement policies and procedures for the environment and to ensure compliance thereof. 
• To administer customer records and work authorisations 
 
 
                           
 
 
 
FIXED ASSETS OFFICER 
(Ref. CSOS/FAO/11/22) 
This position reports to the Senior Accountant: Budget, Planning and Reporting and offers a total cost to company package of R427 164,00 per annum 
 
Requirements
• Matric plus Certificate in Finance 
• 1 year experience in Finance 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• Monitor the fixed asset strategy and policy ensuring that CSOS develops and implements best suited fixed asset programmes and processes. 
• Manage and update fixed assets 
• Implement fixed assets processes in the organization 
• Develop fixed asset reports and provide accurate information to stakeholders 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR SPECIALIST: PROCUREMENT 
(Ref. CSOS/SSP/11/22) 
This position reports to the Senior Manager: Supply Chain Management and offers a total cost to company package of R801 087,00 per annum 
 
Requirements
• 3-year National Diploma /Degree in SCM or equivalent NQF level 5 or accredited specialized courses. 
• 3-5 years experience in SCM. 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• Prepare bid documents. 
• Coordinate bid evaluation. 
• Handle quotations below tender threshold. 
• Communicate with stakeholders throughout the acquisition management process thereby enhancing relations with end users. 
• Provide general support to supply chain management. 
• Handle queries. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
BUYER
(Ref. CSOS/B/11/22) 
This position reports to the Senior: Specialist Procurement and offers a total cost to company package of R427 164,00 per annum 
 
Requirements
• Diploma in Commerce/Logistics/procurement/business administration. 
• A minimum of 2 Years in Procurement / Supply Chain Management. 
• Experience in Public Sector Procurement would be an added advantage, with exposure to the following: 
• Public Finance Management Act 
• Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act 
• Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment Codes and Regulations 
• Treasury Regulations 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• Provide procurement transactional support to various business units. 
• Conduct spend analysis to inform sourcing strategies. 
• Conduct supplier market research and market intelligence. 
• Assist in the maintenance of customer/ supplier/stakeholder relationships to ensure supply chain stability, monitor, and drive governance, contract compliance and performance. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
MANAGER: RESEARCH, KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT AND EDUCATION 
(Ref. CSOS/MRKE/11/22) 
This position reports to the Adjudicator General and offers a total cost to company package of R1 111 706,00 per annum 
 
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Law 
• Postgraduate qualification in Law and/or relevant qualification in Training & Development an added advantage 
• 10 years’ working experience, 5 of which must be at supervisory level and within a legal environment 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• Develop Education and Awareness programmes including training material for all CSOS stakeholders 
• Manage and conduct CSOS Training for both internal and external stakeholders 
• Ensure implementation of the Knowledge Management Strategy 
• Ensure the cataloguing of adjudication orders internally and externally 
• Conduct legal research on community schemes case law 
• Benchmark on best practices nationally and internationally 
• Manage resources (i.e. budget/finances, asset/equipment and staff) within the Unit in order to ensure the efficient operation and that all the resources are utilised optimally. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR MANAGER: DISPUTE RESOLUTIONS (KZN: WC:GP) X3 
(Ref. CSOS/SMDR: KZN11/22) 
(Ref. CSOS/SMDR: WC/11/22) 
(Ref. CSOS/SMDR:GP/11/22) 
This position reports to the Regional Ombuds and offers a total cost to company package of R1 284 085,00 per annum 
 
Requirements
• Law Degree 
• Postgraduate qualification in Law or Management an added advantage 
• 10 years’ working experience, 5 of which must be at supervisory level and within a legal environment 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• Manage the end-to-end dispute resolution functions 
• Manage the Case Management function 
• Manage the Conciliation function 
• Manage the administration of Adjudications 
• Manage Queries/Complaints 
• Manage resources (i.e. budget/finances, asset/equipment and staff) within the Unit in order to ensure the efficient operation and that all the resources are utilised optimally. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
MANAGER: GOVERNANCE, COMPLIANCE AND ENFORCEMENT (KZN:GP: WC) X3 
(Ref. CSOS/MGCNE: KZN/11/22) 
(Ref. CSOS/MGCNE:GP/11/22) 
(Ref. CSOS/MGCNE: WC/11/22) 
This position reports to the Regional Ombud and offers a total cost to company package of R1 111 706,00 per annum 
 
Requirements
• Law Degree 
• Postgraduate NQF 8 and/or Compliance qualification an added advantage 
• Experience in enforcement of compliance within a Regulatory body10 years working experience, 5 of which must be at supervisory level. 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• Develop and implement policies, work plans; and oversee their compliance within CSOS 
• Manage compliance with Community Schemes Governance and play an advisory role within the Community Scheme environment 
• Manage the scheme’s non-compliant schemes management and collaborated with law enforcement agencies 
• Keep up with industry developments and uphold best practice. 
• Manage resources (i.e. budget/finances, asset/equipment and staff) within the Unit in order to ensure the efficient operation and that all the resources are utilised optimally. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
COMPANY SECRETARY 
(5 YEAR FIXED TERM CONTRACT) 
(Ref. CSOS/CS/11/22) 
This position reports to the Chief Ombud/Board and offers a total cost to company package of R1 890 048,38 per annum. 
 
Requirements
• A recognized commerce and/or legal degree (LLB) or equivalent (NQF level 7). 
• Registration as a Chartered Secretary (CIS). 
• 10 years’ experience in a Company Secretariat position 
• Experience in corporate governance, risk management and internal control experience 
• Relevant company secretarial experience 
• Strong knowledge of the Companies Act, King IV, and leading corporate governance practices 
• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to interact with a diverse range of clients 
• Experience within an internal audit environment would be advantageous 
• Thorough knowledge of Company Law and other related legislation, e.g., PFMA, CSOS Act, etc. 
• The ability to maintain a high level of trust and confidence with the Board, CEO and Executive Management 
• Project Management Methodology 
• Service Management Principles (ITIL) 
• Contract Management 
• Various legislation 
• Company Act 
• Labour Legislation: Basic conditions of employment Act, Employment equity, Occupational Health and safety, Skills Development Act and Labour regulation and codes of good practices, BBBEE 
• Financial management 
• Arbitration 
• Public procurement 
• Drafting of legal documents 
• Intellectual property knowledge 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• Execute functions of the Company Secretariat to support the execution of Executive Committee and the Board responsibilities. 
• Ensure compliance with the Companies Act 
• Ensure Compliance with PFMA, CSOS Act and Kings Commission III 
• Manage CSOS’s performance against “Code of Conduct” 
• Represent the CSOS in drafting contractual negotiations 
• CSOS Board members Induction 
• Ensure all company secretarial documents are up to date and that resources (including self) are kept abreast of the latest industry developments 
• Human Capital Management 
 
 
 
 
 
COMMITTEE SECRETARY 
(Ref. CSOS/CS/11/22) 
This position reports to the Assistant Company Secretary and offers a total cost to company package of R610 625,00 per annum. 
 
Requirements
• National Diploma Public Management/ Bachelor’s Degree 
• 3 -5 years’ experience in the field of Secretariat environment. 
• Companies Act. 
• King Code IV and applicable Legislation. 
• Advantage CIS and membership of the Chartered Institute of Secretaries. 
 
Key Performance Areas 
• Meeting administration, updating board and committees’ resolutions, issuing notices of meetings, preparing attendance registers, and preparing claims for committee members. 
• Upload meeting documents to the board pack and communicate committee resolutions. 
• Coordinate, prepare, attend meetings, and attend to Ad hoc requirements 
• Proper filling of meetings documents and maintaining the security of documents.
• Assist with the administration of maintaining statutory books including registers of members and directors to advise the shareholder accordingly on any changes. 
• Coordinate the administration of the induction and training of Board Members to enable them to assume their roles and responsibilities and execute their fiduciary duties in the best interests of CSOS as set out in the applicable Legislation and guidelines. 
 
 
Enquiries: Mr. Lesiba Seshoka, Executive Corporate Affairs, tel. (010) 593-0533. 
 
Background checks on the preferred candidates will be conducted prior to an appointment. 
 
Applications, including a covering letter and accompanied by a CV and certified copies of qualifications, must be addressed to the Executive Corporate Affairs, Mr. Lesiba Seshoka and e-mailed to: recruitment5@csos.org.za  
 
CLOSING DATE: 20 DECEMBER 2022 
 
Applicants who do not receive any response within 4 weeks of the closing date must regard their applications as unsuccessful. 
People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 
People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 
 
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