DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING, MONITORING AND EVALUATION

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 (Nyukela Certificate) 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-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.

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MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
DEPARTMENTAL PROGRAMME COORDINATOR REF NO: 29/2020 
One-year contract 
Office of the Director-General 
SALARY : R1 057 326 per annum (Level 13). (All-inclusive salary package per annum) 
CENTRE : Pretoria 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate qualification (NQF 7) Administration/Business Management/Project Management/ Communication/ Public Administration/Management or any appropriate equivalent qualification with 6 years’ experience in project/programme management (5 Years at MMS level). An NQF 8 and training in Project Management will serve as an added advantage. Must have in-depth knowledge and skills to coordinate and manage programmes and projects and must be able to manage more than one project at a time. Must have knowledge of government prescripts, policies, practices, and government programmes; programme and project management methodology and experience in coordinating government programmes and/or strategic projects. Ability to work in cross/functional projects/teams, excellent co-ordination and project management skills, good understanding of government initiatives and the role of information in government decision-making. Demonstrated strategic and operational management ability and experience. Good interpersonal relations and written & verbal communication skills. A sound knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (especially Ms Excel and Ms Projects) are essential. Personal attributes: The incumbent must be assertive and self-driven, innovative and creative, client orientated and customer focused, solution orientated and able to work under pressure and stressful situations. Ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality. 
 
DUTIES : The successful incumbent will be responsible to coordinate, monitor and report on Departmental Programmes and Strategic Projects. Coordinate Programme and Strategic project priorities and resources and conduct regular audits of programme and project performance and ensure completeness of programme and project information. Prepare and update programme and project plans and status reports. This entails providing support to the Director-General through coordinating Departmental Programmes and Strategic Projects and monitoring the implementation of the programmes and projects. Produce quality programmes and strategic project performance reports and developing & strengthening of partnerships at departmental / provincial and district levels to extend DPME’s on-the-ground monitoring capability. Monitoring/recommending of the Office of the DG’s statutory responsibilities in terms of PSA and PFMA. Ensuring effective and efficient business/operational and performance annual planning for the Office of the DG and providing effective and efficient management/supervision of staff, procurement, equipment and facilities within the Office of the DG in a supportive role. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Kindly contact Ms Sibongile Mbeleki in connection with the post, applications and advertisement, Tel No: (012) 312- 0451.