DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING, MONITORING AND EVALUATION

 
NOTE : The relevant reference number must be quoted on all applications. The successful candidate will have to sign an annual performance agreement and will be required to undergo a security clearance. Applications must be submitted on a signed Z.83 accompanied by copies of all qualifications, South African Identity Document, valid driver’s license (where driving/travelling is an inherent requirement of the job), and a comprehensive CV specifying all experience indicating the respective dates (MM/YY) as well as indicating three reference persons with the following information: name and contact number(s), email address and an indication of the capacity in which the reference is known to the candidate. Only send documents related to the requirements in the advert. Applicants will be required to meet vetting requirements as prescribed by Minimum Information Security Standards. The DPME is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of the Department. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s) Failure to submit the above information will result in the application not being considered. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Reference checks will be done during the selection process. Note that correspondence will only be conducted with the short-listed candidates. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
Shortlisted candidates must be available for interviews at a date and time determined by DPME. Applicants must note that pre-employment checks will be conducted once they are short-listed and the appointment is also subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, security vetting, qualification verification and criminal records. Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a written test as part of the selection process. For salary levels 11 to 15, the inclusive remuneration package consists of a basic salary, the state’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund and a flexible portion in terms of applicable rules. SMS will be required to undergo a Competency Assessment as prescribed by DPSA. All candidates shortlisted for SMS positions will be required to undergo a technical exercise that intends to test the relevant technical elements of the job. The DPME reserves the right to utilise practical exercises/tests for non-SMS positions during the recruitment process (candidates who are shortlisted will be informed accordingly) to determine the suitability of candidates for the post(s). The DPME also reserves the right to cancel the filling / not to fill a vacancy that was advertised during any stage of the recruitment process. 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 the successful completion of the Snr 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 the full details can be obtained by following the link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. 
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. Candidates are required to use the new Z83 (Application for employment) that is implemented with effect from 1 January 2021. A copy can be downloaded on the website of the Department of Public Service & Administration (DPSA) at www.dpsa.gov.za
 
 

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OTHER POSTS
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: FSD IMPLEMENTATION REF NO: 04/2022
Directorate: FSD Implementation
SALARY : R882 042 per annum (Level 12), (all-inclusive salary package)
CENTRE : Pretoria
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year qualification (NQF 6) or relevant and equivalent qualification with a minimum of 6 years’ appropriate experience of which 3 years must be at supervisory level (Assistant Director or equivalent) in government performance management programmes. A Higher qualification (NQF 7) will be an added advantage. Must have a valid Driver’s Licence. Must have knowledge of Monitoring and evaluation, statistics, technology, social sciences, knowledge management, programme design, project management and data management. Knowledge of government prescripts, policies, practices, government programmes and systems are required. In-depth knowledge of legislative frameworks such as Constitution of the Republic of South Africa; Executive Members Ethics Act, Public Service Act; Public Finance Management Act, related regulations and other government legislations & prescripts. Competencies/Skills: The successful candidate must also possess leadership, research and report writing, problem solving skills, ability to work under pressure, ability to communicate across various levels of government, advanced computer literacy, negotiation, interpersonal, analytical and project management skills.
 
DUTIES : The successful candidate’s responsibilities will include: To effectively plan, implement monitoring and reporting systems in the management of the national frontline service delivery monitoring programme. Providing support for the provincial Frontline Service Delivery Monitoring (FSDM) visits and interventions that may be required. This will involve conducting FSDM visits with Offices of the Premier and providing technical support to provinces for the planning, implementation and monitoring of the frontline service delivery monitoring. Provide support to Executive Monitoring by Political Office Bearers. Produce quality reports on the monitoring visits. Data and trend analyses of the monitoring reports. Identify good practices (knowledge sharing products) and assist with documenting of these. Identify cases in need of intervention and assist with planning and monitoring of the intervention.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr M Lehong Tel No: 012 308 0331
 
 
 
 
 
SPECIALIST: APPLICATIONS REF NO: 05/2022
Directorate: Business Applications Development & Support
SALARY : R744 255 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package)
CENTRE : Pretoria
 
REQUIREMENTS : A 3-year tertiary qualification (NQF 06) in Information Technology/ Computer Science especially Software Development or equivalent with at least 6 years appropriate experience of which 3 years must be in Software Development and 3 years at ASD (Middle Management). Must have the following knowledge Essential Skills: Web development, C#, JavaScript, PHP, ASP.NET, HTML 5, CSS3, JQuery, Entity Framework, MVC, AngularJS, Web API services, Regression, Stress and Functional Testing, Database design, TSQL, MSSQL server Database Development, ASP.Net Core Micro Services. Beneficial: SharePoint Customisation, Reporting Services, Power BI, PYTHON, SQL (SSIS, SSAS, T-SQL) Data integration, ETL and Data Migration experience.
The ideal candidate must have the ability to demonstrate sound knowledge of SDLC and other ICT related policies and practices, technical skills. Produce good quality of work, be reliable, acceptance of responsibility and take initiative. Should have good communication skills and interpersonal relations, should be flexible and have the ability to work with a team. Planning and execution skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
 
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible to analyse user requirements specifications and develop technical, functional and non-functional specification and to ensure the interpretation and translation of user requirements into design specifications and functions specification. Develop, design and support applications components/functionality, integration and configuration requests. This entails the developing complex solutions or maintaining code and systems developed by other engineers. Providing of technical expertise and recommendations in assessing new IT software projects and initiatives to support and enhance existing based applications and developing and implementing of business intelligence solutions.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms J Mchunu Tel No: (012) 312-0462.
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: RESEARCH COORDINATION REF NO: 06/2022
NPC Admin Support
SALARY : R477 090 per annum (Level 10), plus benefits
CENTRE : Pretoria
 
REQUIREMENTS : A 3-year degree/National Diploma (NQF 6) in a research environment/field with 5 years’ appropriate experience of which 3 years must be in a Research environment and 1 year must be at supervisory level. An under graduate qualification (NQF 7) would be an advantage. Competencies / Skills: research methodology, report writing and analytical skills. Computer literacy, excellent oral and written communication skills, research skills, knowledge management skills, project management skills, presentation skills, ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality, knowledge of government planning processes, the National Development Plan and outcome-based monitoring. Personal attributes: Must have organizational and planning skills, flexible with ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and have a sense of urgency and ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
 
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible to assist in the coordinating of centralised research to develop and maintain an evidence base to inform planning, policy development, implementation monitoring and review. This entails providing of support in the research coordination process on planning, policy development, implementing monitoring and review and assisting with convening and coordinating of platforms on which matters of planning, policy development, implementing monitoring and review are discussed. Assisting with development of DPME research policies, strategies and systems, including protocols and standards and assisting with the coordinating of the DPME research agenda and assist with the coordinating of commissioning of strategic research assignments limited to planning.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr M Lehong Tel No: (012) 312 0540
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: INTERNAL CONTROL REF NO: 07/2022
Sub-directorate: Internal Control
SALARY : R382 245 per annum (Level 09), plus benefits
CENTRE : Pretoria
 
REQUIREMENTS : A relevant 3 year tertiary qualification (NQF 06) in Internal Control/ Finance/Supply Chain Management or equivalent with at least 5 years appropriate experience of which 2 years must be in Internal Control and 3 years at a supervisory level. An NQF 7 qualification will be an added advantage. The ideal candidate should have Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (especially Ms-Excel); BAS, PERSAL, LOGIS. The successful candidate will have demonstrated an in-depth knowledge of the legislative environment applicable to government finance and supply chain management and the development, implementation and monitoring of related policies and procedures; excellent supervisory and operational management skills; good interpersonal relations and written & verbal communication skills; the ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality and to prioritize work in high-pressure environments.
 
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible to provide internal control and compliance services. This entails developing, implementing and monitoring of financial delegations, financial policies and procedures. Validation of payment batches and writing reports. Implementing of administrative controls to ensure financial / SCM policies and procedures are complied with. Maintenance of registers for irregular expenditure, Fruitless and Wasteful expenditure, and Losses & damages. Invoice tracking & monitoring, Management of filing and record keeping. Monitoring of activities of LOGIS and BAS systems controller. Coordination of audits for both internal and external audits, including responses to audit queries and findings. Assist in the development and monitoring the implementation of improvement plans in finance and SCM. Assist in the facilitation of operational risk management services. Supervision and mentoring of subordinates, including interns. Any other adhoc activities.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms J Mchunu Tel No: (012) 312-0462.

 

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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: NETWORK/SERVER SUPPORT REF NO: 08/2022
Directorate: ICT Infrastructure & Applications
SALARY : R382 245 per annum (Level 09), plus benefits
CENTRE : Pretoria
 
REQUIREMENTS : A relevant 3-year tertiary qualification in in Computer Science or Information Technology (NQF6) with a minimum of 5 years appropriate experience of which 3 years must be experience in providing desktop and network support and minimal experience on server administration. The following skills will serve as an added advantage: Microsoft Certification, Cisco Networking certification and VMWare Training and/or Certification. Should possess the following skills: Ability to apply technical/ professional skills. Ability to accept responsibility, work independently, and produce good quality of work. Must be a team player, flexible, reliable and have good verbal and written communication skills. Must have good Interpersonal relations, Planning and execution skills and good leadership skills. Ability to manage/control financial resources and supervise staff. Must have knowledge of Policy and legislation development, data management and analysis, conflict management, problem solving and research skills. Must also be able to work long hours, work with difficult persons & resolve conflicts, be a character beyond reproach and have a sense of responsibility & loyalty.
 
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the ICT infrastructure throughout the department. This entails the provision of LAN and Desktop operations services; Maintenance and support of WAN connectivity environment and provision of Backup and Server administration and overall internal network security. Administration and management of email servers and other IT systems and administrative management of the division as well as service providers including SLAs. Manage high availability on critical enterprise systems and ensure availability at all times. Investigate, recommend and install the necessary updates or enhancements on the enterprise systems.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms J Mchunu Tel No: (012) 312-0462.
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR INFORMATION AND VETTING OFFICER REF NO: 09/2022
Unit: Security Management
SALARY : R321 543 per annum (Level 08), plus benefits
CENTRE : Pretoria
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (NQF 6) in Security Management/Information Security Management or equivalent with at least 4 years’ experience of which 3 years must be in an information and vetting administration field. An NQF 7 will serve as an added advantage and SSA Security management course. Skills and competencies: Knowledge of information and document security. Sound knowledge of applicable legislation, policies and practices. Ability to apply technical/ professional knowledge and skills. Ability to accept responsibility for own area of work, work independently, and produce good quality of work. Must be a team player, flexible, reliable and have good verbal and written communication. Must have good Interpersonal relations, ability to manage (planning and Execution); good leadership skills; ability to Manage/Control financial resources.
 
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible to render effective staff vetting services. This entails administering of the filing system for all security documents within the Department; rendering of administrative support services and provide of support to the Head of the Unit and other staff regarding security operational meetings. Liaise with the State Security Agency on vetting matters particular in relation to administrative systems and processes and ensuring of the classification of documents. Enforcing information and document security within the Department: Facilitate implementation of classification of documents through continuous communication with directorates; ensure proper storage of classified documents is provided to the officials; ensure that information security audits and after hours inspections are conducted and implement the recommendations Ensure that Technical Surveillance Counter Measures. (TSCM) is conducted by SSA.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms J Mchunu Tel No: (012) 312 0462.
 
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR PERSONNEL OFFICER: HRD REF NO: 010/2022
Sub-Directorate: HR Utilisation & Development
SALARY : R211 713 per annum (Level 06), plus benefits
CENTRE : Pretoria
 
REQUIREMENTS : A 3-year relevant tertiary qualification (NQF 6) in the areas of Public Administration, Human Resources Management/Development or equivalent and at least 3 years appropriate experience in human resources development. An NQF 7 or supplementary HR related courses will serve an advantage. Knowledge of HRM/D legislation and policies, knowledge of the concept and the field of HRD. Good communication, planning and organising and organisational skills. Proven computer literacy, including Ms Word and Ms Excel. Good presentation skills and report writing skills. Ability to pay attention to detail and work within deadlines. Knowledge of PERSAL will be an added advantage.
 
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible to provide effective administration in the areas of Training and Development in the Department. This will include: Bursary administration – assist to advertise the bursaries, receive and capture bursary applications, facilitate the signing of bursary contracts, process payments of tuition fees and books, create and update the bursary records and electronic records, monitor progress of the bursars and report defaulters, submit bursary reports and audit the bursary files and records bi-annually. Coordinate Induction programmes: Coordinate departmental and Compulsory Induction programmes (CIP), organise the sessions and the necessary logistics (venue, hand-outs/material and equipment), receive and record bookings, and confirm bookings with the delegates. Assist to organise short courses, conferences and seminars: Capture the PDPs in a database, source training interventions, generate the training reports and update the training records. Internship, learnership and experiential programs: Assist to recruit, induct, train the learners and monitor effectiveness of the programs. Provide advice and support on Training Policy, legislation and prescripts. Assist with the support in relation to the Training policy, HRD plan, WSP and relevant legislative frameworks. Perform or assist to perform the functions related to HRD.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms J Mchunu Tel No: (012) 312 0462
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR SUPPLY CHAIN CLERK REF NO: 011/2022
Unit: Demand and Acquisition Management
SALARY : R211 713 per annum (Level 06), plus benefits
CENTRE : Pretoria
 
REQUIREMENTS : A 3 year tertiary qualification (NQF 6) in Supply Chain Management/ Public Management/Logistics/ Purchasing with at least 3 years’ experience in Supply Chain Management of which at least 1 year in Demand and Acquisition. Must have knowledge of SCM procedures and policies, PFMA, PPPFA and National Treasury Regulations. Computer literacy and sound knowledge of Microsoft Office suite applications and LOGIS will be an added advantage. Organisational skills and good interpersonal relations, communication skills (written & verbal), ability to maintain high level of confidentiality and be able to work under pressure.
 
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible to implement demand and acquisition administration efficient and effectively. Provisioning of quotation administration: ensuring that all documents are prepared for quotations to be sent to registered suppliers; quotations are effectively and efficiently sourced and quotations are effectively and timeously finalised. Engaging with end users to clarify specifications Keeping of records and reporting: Ensuring that the effective filing system is maintained and accurate reporting provided as and when required. Updating of supplier database.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms J Mchunu Tel No: 012 312 0462.