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DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING, MONITORING AND EVALUATION VACANCIES
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING, MONITORING AND EVALUATION
APPLICATIONS : Applications must be posted / or hand-delivered to: The Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation (DPME), Attention: Human Resource Admin & Recruitment, at Private Bag X 944. Pretoria 0028 or hand delivered to 330 Grosvenor Street, Hatfield, Pretoria 0028 (please quote the relevant post and reference number). Emailed applications will not be accepted.
CLOSING DATE : 14 October 2022 at 16:30
WEBSITE : www.dpme.gov.za
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 and a comprehensive CV only 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. Certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be requested from shortlisted candidates only. 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. Prior to appointment, a candidate would be required to complete the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to Senior Management Services as endorsed by DPSA which is an online course, endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG). The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. 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.
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 and a comprehensive CV only 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. Certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be requested from shortlisted candidates only. 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. Prior to appointment, a candidate would be required to complete the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to Senior Management Services as endorsed by DPSA which is an online course, endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG). The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. 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.
OTHER POSTS
SPECIALIST: DATABASE DEVELOPER REF NO 038/2022
Directorate: Business Applications Development & Systems
SALARY : R744 255 – 876 705. per annum (Level 11) (all-inclusive salary package
REQUIREMENTS : A relevant tertiary qualification (NQF level 6) in Computer Science or Information Technology or equivalent qualification plus at least 6 years appropriate experience at ASD level or equivalent in Data Warehousing and Information Management. Hands on experience with SQL and a thorough understanding of Database Administration, Data warehousing, SharePoint Customisation, and Scripting in SQL server environment and Hands on experience with SQL. Technical skills and knowledge in developing Business Intelligence reports as well as knowledge codification. Excellent analytical and organization skills. Good understanding of data and schema standards and concepts. Must Demonstrate Adequate knowledge with the following technologies MS SQL, SISS, SRSS and Power BI.
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible to ensure the development and design of databases, monitoring and improving database performance and capacity, support the data warehouse and business intelligence of the department, and provide the necessary tools and warehousing for knowledge management. This entail: Designing database architecture, Data Warehousing and Business Intelligence platform as well as modification of existing databases and database management systems or direct programmers and analysis to make changes. Develop and Oversee backup, clustering, mirroring replication and fail over as well as monitoring of availability and accessibility of business applications. Plan, coordinate and implement security measures to safeguard information / records and documents in computer files against accidental or unauthorised damage, modification or disclosure. Innovation and Assess new ICT initiatives for viability and alignment to business needs. Develop and implement policies and procedures. Establish knowledge security agreement repositories and link them with business processes.
ENQUIRIES : Ms M Masilela, Tel No: 012 312 0471
SENIOR STATE ACCOUNTANT: SALARIES & TAX REF NO 039/2022
Unit: Salaries Tax and S&T
SALARY : R321 543. per annum (level 8) plus benefits
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (NQF 06) in Financial Management, Accounting or equivalent with at least 4 years appropriate experience of which 2 years must be in Financial Management and 2 years at supervisory level. Should have extensive knowledge and experience of PERSAL and BAS and a high level of computer literacy. 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. Must have good Interpersonal relations, planning and execution skills and good leadership skills. Ability to manage/control financial resources and supervise staff. Must have the ability to delegate and empower subordinates. Must have the ability to interpret relevant policies such as PFMA, Treasury Regulations and other relevant legislation.
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for providing financial administrative and operational services within the Department. This entails: Authorizing Salary payments: Accurate verification and authorisation of all salary, audit committee and commissioner payments. Authorization of Tax transactions: Accurately Bi-annual and annual reconciliations are done and signed off within the prescribed dates determined by SARS. Pay over of the manual tax deductions to SARS as prescribed. Reporting, Ledger accounts and payroll: Ensure all outstanding transaction are followed up, cleared and all journals are accurately complied and captured on BAS. Manage Payroll on a monthly basis. Annual and Interim financial statements. Accurate IFS and AFS inputs and supporting documents submitted. Supervision and training of sub-ordinates.
ENQUIRIES : Ms M Masilela, Tel No (012) 312 0471
SENIOR INTERNAL CONTROL CLERK REF NO 040/2022
Sub-Directorate: Internal Control
SALARY : R211 713 – R249 378.per annum (level 6) plus benefits
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3 year tertiary qualification (NQF 6) with 1 year relevant experience in Internal Control/SCM/IA and or Finance or Grade 12 (with Accounting as a subject) and 5 years relevant experience in Internal Control/SCM/IA and or Finance in a Provincial or National Department. Competencies/Skills: The ideal candidate should have the following skills: Numeracy, Computer Literacy (MS Office suite), Knowledge of BAS, LOGIS and PERSAL systems, knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations as well as interpret these policies. Good interpersonal relations. Personal attributes: Must be a self-motivated individual, 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 administer and perform internal control and operational services in the Department. This would involve: Assist with the recording and monitoring of new invoices on the invoice tracking system to ensure timely processing of payment. Ensure good document administration (filing) and follow ups on outstanding batches, safeguarding of S&T, Finance and SCM documents in the batch room. Ensure that all documents received are scanned and saved in the departmental server. Review compliance of BAS and LOGIS payments with policies and procedures (both Finance & SCM) before filing them. Perform daily reconciliation of payments processed and documents received. Maintain batch control registers for all incoming and outgoing documents. Check payments for compliance to financial prescripts and identify instances of losses and damages, irregular and fruitless and wasteful expenditure. Compile a report on the Finance/SCM compliance with policies and procedures for further determination or investigations. Assist with the provision of documents to internal control clients. Assist with verifying the completeness and accuracy of the contract register. Assist with verifying the accuracy and completeness of operating leases and finance leases payments and the related lease liabilities. Assist in the preparation of documentation for Loss Control Committee meetings. Assist with scanning, check in documents and retrieval of documents. Perform adhoc duties as requested by the supervisor.
ENQUIRIES : Ms M Masilela, Tel No: (012) 312 0471