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 All Candidates on Salary Level 11 and above will furthermore undergo a competency assessment, (which tests the Candidates’ demonstrated proficiency in the professional dimensions attached to the level of the post). 
 For lower level posts, preference may be given to locally based candidates on grounds of affordability. 
 Employment suitability checks (credit, criminal, citizenship, employment references and qualification verifications) 
 All Candidates applying for SMS posts (Salary Level 13 and above), will be required to complete the online “Pre-entry Certificate to Senior Management Services” course. The course is available at the National School of Government (NSG), under the name “Certificate for entry into the SMS”. Full details can be obtained via the following link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Candidates wishing to be considered for appointment, are encouraged to enrol for this course immediately. 
 
 

 
 
SPECIALIST: APPLICATIONS DEVELOPER, REF NO: HRMC 42/21/01 
SALARY LEVEL : All-inclusive salary package of R733 257 to R863 748 per annum (Level 11). 
CENTRE : Head Office, Pretoria, Branch: Information Services, Directorate: Application Maintenance and Support. 
 
REQUIREMENTS : • A 3 year tertiary qualification in Information Technology or related at NQF level 6 as recognized by SAQA • Minimum of 5 years’ experience at a Specialist/ Junior Management/ Assistant Director level is required • Extensive experience in Applications Management environment is required • Sound experience in programming languages e.g. Java, .net, C++,PHP, Python, HTML, JavaScript ,VB • Solid experience in applications/ systems development is required • Experience in different application development tools is required • Sound understanding of application development, maintenance and support • Sound knowledge and application of the GITO Requirements and Frameworks • Knowledge of the E government policy framework consultation paper developed by GITO • Knowledge and ability to demonstrate thorough understanding of application development within a complex project and organization • Knowledge and understanding of State of Information Technology Act (SITA) • Working knowledge of the following database e.g. SQL, Oracle, MySQL • Knowledge of system development methodology and processes • Understanding of the development challenges presented when applications or components of applications are developed in isolation or in conjunction with interfacing applications • Capability and leardership • Accountability, business continuity and project management • People management and empowerment • Excellent analytical and logical analysis skills • Planning, organizing and business report writing • Good written and verbal communication • Dealing with pressures and setbacks • Problem solving and presentation skills • Systems development. Client and customer focus • A valid drivers’ license, willingness to travel, on-call duties and work extended hours when required. 
 
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following specific tasks: • Coordinate the development and implementation of new systems according to specifications • Analyse user requirements specifications and develop technical, functional and non-functional specification • Ensure the interpretation and translation of user requirements into design specifications and functions specification • Manage and support the design and development of application components/functionality, integration and configuration requests • Ensure that the application development tasks are performed (entering time, updating work orders, updating knowledgebase, providing status reports, etc.) • Ensure that applications development documentation are written and maintained (operation of program, user manuals and requirements) • Oversee the creation of definitions of applications and use the specific definition of an application • Create a catalog of new and existing applications that are installed in the Department • Oversee the development of a release plan and coordinate the implementation of tested and approved systems • Coordinate and provide technical leadership and advice on applications development matters • Measure the financial benefits of each application in comparison to the costs of the application's maintenance and operations • Make recommendations on managing cost by identifying duplication, redundancy and which systems can be replaced • Gather information about existing applications, the cost to build and maintain applications, quality of the application, and expected lifespan • Provide detailed reports on the performance of the applications in relation to the cost to own and the business value delivered • Provide input into applications strategy by planning future upgrades, enhancements, etc • Build partnerships with various stakeholders (internal and external) • Develop and maintain excellent relationships with many different technical and business leaders • Collaboration with others within the department to ensure the internal clients receives the right solution and has a clear path moving forward • Manage customer satisfaction and expectations through communication channels • Work with diverse audiences including highly technical IT professionals, developers, architects and executive management • Ensure any solutions within the specific specialism fits with strategic and technical direction • Provide support to clients to solve technical challenges with the Microsoft Products • Liaise with Microsoft and third party vendors • Develop and maintain excellent relationships with various technical and business leaders • Ensure the implementation of effective risk and compliance management practices • Develop and implement governance processes, frameworks and procedures within the Unit • Monitor and ensure compliance with legislation, regulations, DHA policies and procedures within the Unit • Ensure compliance with all audit requirements within the Unit • Represent the unit at management and other government forums • Monitor quality, risk, standards and practices against prescribed frameworks • Manage human, financial and physical resources • Develop the work plan for the Unit • Participate in the development of the operational plan • Manage training and development needs of the unit and ensure that these are acted on • Manage and develop effective talent management processes within the Unit (attraction, retention and development) • Manage the implementation of complaint performance management within the Directorate • Decide on appropriate rewards and promotion on the basis of performance and contribution against agreed targets • Manage grievances, discipline and terminations within the Unit • Manage and monitor assets in the Unit in line with the Supply Chain Management Framework • Manage and ensure employees are equipped with the required skills and resources to perform optimally. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr M Makgoka, Tel No: (012) 406 2718 
APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your comprehensive CV, citing the start and end date (dd/mm/yr) of each employment period to be considered, copies of qualifications, ID and drivers’ license where applicable, together with an Application for Employment Form (New Z.83), obtainable from any Public Service department or at www.gov.za, by the closing date to:- 
Head Office: 
Postal Address: Private Bag X114, Pretoria, 0001 
Physical Address: 230 Johannes Ramokhoase (Proes) street, Cnr Thabo Sehume (Andries) street, Pretoria, 0001

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PROJECT ADMINISTRATOR, REF NO: HRMC 42/21/02 
SALARY LEVEL : A basic salary of R376 596 to R443 601 per annum (Level 9). In addition, a range of competitive benefits are offered. 
CENTRE : Head Office, Pretoria, Branch: Information Services, Chief Directorate: Special Initiatives. 
 
REQUIREMENTS : • An undergraduate qualification in related field at NQF level 6 as recognized by SAQA • Project Management Certificate • Minimum of 3 years’ experience as Senior Administration Officer and Project Administration • Experience in PMBOK or Prince2 • Knowledge of Project Management Software e.g. Microsoft Project • Knowledge of Project Management methodologies • Knowledge of the Departmental Legislative and Prescripts • Knowledge of Public Service Regulatory Framework • Knowledge of Supply Chain Management Acts • Strong time management skills • Solid organization and strong administrative skills • Problem solving and analysis • Verbal communication and business writing skills • Project administration • Assertiveness, budget administration and client orientation • A valid drivers’ licence, willingness to travel extensively and work extended hours occasionally. 
 
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following specific tasks: • Administer IS projects in an effective manner • Consult with IS clients and identify program needs • Monitor programs and their activities to ensure they meet stated goals • Assist the Project Manager on program evaluation and updates to program and services • Act as resource of IS program development and initiatives • Provide advice to Project Manager concerning project issues • Prepare briefing notes, reports and presentations as required • Make recommendations adapting IS programs to meet unique needs • Evaluate IS programs and components • Establish and maintain key contact with stakeholders and the organization that help to ensure the smooth operation of the program • Ensure effective project and programme administration • Administer projects finances according to prescribed finance procedures • Adhere to project processes, procedures and standards are adhered to • Administer assigned projects and implement to best practice standards, time, quality and budget allocated • Ensure assigned projects and programmes in the organisation are carried out according to the scope of the project • Administer and implement projects frameworks, methodologies, systems and tools • Ensure effective processes for identification, prioritizations and evaluation of project risks and decision making • Perform project administrative activities in support of the Unit • Ensure the administration of office correspondence, documents and project reports • Convene and attend meetings and act as secretariat during meetings • Keep track of all incoming projects and ensure that all deadlines are met • Implement continuous performance improvement initiatives • Ensure accuracy and efficiency in administering of project operations execution • Keep abreast with project administration and developments • Participate in the implementation of efficiency improvement projects •Timeously work closely with service provides in the implementation of projects • Ensure risk and compliance management practices • Provide inputs on the development of policies, procedures and monitor compliance • Support various business units to ensure fair, unbiased and uniform interpretation of policies and guidelines • Comply with relevant regulatory, internal and external compliance requirements • Report on all risk and issues and track progress thereof according to required format • Keep up to date with compliance and regulatory requirements and liaise with all relevant stakeholders within and external to the organization to ensure accurate implementation • Interpret and implement all organisational circulars, policy and other communications that impact on the operation of the Business Unit • Communicate with project stakeholders and maintain the key stakeholder contacts • Document and maintain project information including reports, project risk, issues, decision register, project plans, project schedules etc. • Schedule project meetings, attend meetings and record the proceedings of the meetings • Liaise with project teams to provide feedback on the action items emanating from project meetings • Adherer to Project governance processes and ensure that project documents project are in place as prescribed • Administer project finances and ensure compliance to finance procedures as prescribed • Provide support to the Project Manager with the daily execution of the projects. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms M Phale, Tel No: (012) 406 2790 
APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your comprehensive CV, citing the start and end date (dd/mm/yr) of each employment period to be considered, copies of qualifications, ID and drivers’ license where applicable, together with an Application for Employment Form (New Z.83), obtainable from any Public Service department or at www.gov.za, by the closing date to:- 
Head Office: 
Postal Address: Private Bag X114, Pretoria, 0001 
Physical Address: 230 Johannes Ramokhoase (Proes) street, Cnr Thabo Sehume 
(Andries) street, Pretoria, 0001 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER: FINANCE, REF NO: HRMC 42/21/03 
(This is a re-advertisement, Candidates who previously applied and are still interested, would need to re-apply). 
SALARY LEVEL : A basic salary of R316 791 to R373 167 per annum (Level 8). In addition, a range of competitive benefits are offered. 
CENTRE : Gauteng: Large Office: Johannesburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS : • A 3 year tertiary qualification in related field at NQF Level 6 as recognised by SAQA • 2 years’ experience in Administrative Officer/ Chief Administration Clerk • Experience in administration of office budget • Extensive knowledge of various filing systems • Knowledge of National Treasury Regulations, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Public Service Regulatory Framework • Knowledge of Supply Chain Management process and procedures • Knowledge of Human Resource Regulatory Framework • Knowledge and understanding of Departmental Legislations and Prescripts • Computer literacy • Analytical thinking. Planning and organizing • Verbal and written communication • Financial administration • Customer focus • Results and achievement focus • Teamwork and time management. 
 
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following specific tasks: • Coordinate and monitor the budget and administrative matters • Ensure compliance to policies and procedures for Budget management and control • Monitor implementation of expenditure and commitments against voted funds • Identify, recover and reporting all unauthorized, irregular and fruitless and wasteful expenditure • Coordinate and submit provincial inputs on Estimates of National Expenditure (ENE) • Administer Provincial adjustment estimates including submissions regarding roll over funds, as well as other correspondence • Participate in budget planning as well as preparation of budget • Participate in the compilation of the Medium Term Expenditure Framework and projections in the Province • Maintain the Department Chart of Accounts at Province • Monitor expenditure trends and reconciliation thereof against the budget and cash flow projections • Co-ordinate projections of anticipated expenditure & revenue • Facilitate the year end processes regarding budgetary management • Monitor revenue management processes • Examine the Department’s operations to identify sources or potential sources of revenue • Regular evaluation of the effectiveness of sources of revenue and timeous collection of revenue • Weekly and monthly submission of PMG’s statistics • Monitor asset management in the Province • Administer timeous resolution of audit queries • Report on the state of expenditure and revenue • Monthly consolidation of asset registers for the region • Monthly reporting on disposals for the region • Receiving and managing the movement of assets • Ensure the implementation of effective risk and compliance management practices • Report on all risk and financial indicators including e.g. financial losses, overpayment, etc. according to required format • Comply to regulatory requirements and liaise with all relevant stakeholders within and external to the organisation to ensure accurate implementation • Ensure compliance with Supply Chain Management and Asset Management Policies and Regulations • Interpret and implement all organisational circulars, policy and other communications • Manage human, financial and physical resources • Monitor the budget of the unit in an effective manner • Monitor the performance of the staff members and identify and address performance problems • Build and coach an effective team to ensure the processing/administering of all functions • Provide on the job training and mentoring to all staff relating to the effective operation of their functions (Including new staff) • Monitor the implementation of the employment equity plan • Monitor and implement effective talent management processes (attraction, retention, development) • Monitor the implementation of compliant performance management • Ensure that staff is motivated and committed to the vision and goals • Manage grievances, discipline and terminations of employees • Ensure that all team members have the tools, templates and relevant equipment to deliver on service requirements. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Gauteng: Mr P Mlangeni/ Ms M Kau, Tel No: (011) 242 9000 
APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your comprehensive CV, citing the start and end date (dd/mm/yr) of each employment period to be considered, copies of qualifications, ID and drivers’ license where applicable, together with an Application for Employment Form (New Z.83), obtainable from any Public Service department or at www.gov.za, by the closing date to:- 
Gauteng Province: 
Postal Address: Private Bag X108, Braamfontein, 2017, 
Physical Address: 3rd Floor, Mineralia Building, Cnr De Beer and De Korte Street, Braamfontein, 2017