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AMENDMENTS :
 
DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM: Kindly note that the following post that was advertised in Public Service Vacancy Circular 26 dated 30 July 2021, (1) Chief Financial Officer with reference number DT 12/2021 is withdrawn. We apologise for the inconvenience.

 
DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM 
 
The Department of Tourism is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. It is our intention to  promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Department through the filling of these posts. 
 
APPLICATIONS : Applications, quoting the relevant reference number must be forwarded to the attention of Chief Director: HR Management and Development at Department of Tourism, Private Bag X 424, Pretoria, 0001 or hand deliver at Tourism House, 17 Trevenna Road, Sunnyside, Pretoria. Applicants may alternatively submit by email to recruitment@tourism.gov.za  (maximum size of 5 MB) 
 
CLOSING DATE : 16 August 2021 by 16:30 (Late applications will not be considered) 
 
 
NOTE : In order to be considered, applications must be submitted on a fully completed signed Z83 form, accompanied by all required copies (uncertified copies will be accepted when submitting your application, but candidates invited to the interviews must ensure they bring along certified copies) of qualifications, Identity Document, proof of citizenship/permanent residence if not a RSA citizen and a comprehensive CV (including three contactable references). It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). All instructions on the application form and on this advert must be adhered to. Failure to comply with these requirements will result in the candidate being disqualified. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment. Short-listed candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine the suitability of a person for employment. Shortlisted candidates may further be subject to a job-related test. Note: These posts were advertised in circular 25 of 2021 with the closing date of 30 July 2021. The department is republishing the adverts and extending the closing date in order affirm that emailed application will be considered. Applicants who previously applied need not reapply, as their applications will be considered.
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MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
CHIEF DIRECTOR: TOURISM ENHANCEMENT REF NO: DT11/2021 
SALARY : R1 251 183 per annum, (all-inclusive remuneration package consisting of a basic salary, the state’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension fund and a flexible portion that may be structured). 
CENTRE : Pretoria 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A SAQA recognised B-degree (NQF7) or equivalent qualification plus proven strategic management and leadership skills. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at a Senior Management position. Ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels; programme and project including contract management experience, policy formulation and implementation experience; a holistic understanding of the tourism economy; experience in product, infrastructure, route and experience development. Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act and other Government Acts, policies and prescripts, labour laws. Skills in strategic and analytical thinking and conceptual problem solving, Leadership skills, Communication, Financial Management. High level Computer Literacy and possession of a valid driver’s licence. Willingness to travel. One of the minimum entry requirements for SMS is the pre-entry certificate. For more details on the pre-entry course visit: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. The successful candidate will be required to an SMS pre-entry certificate prior to any appointment. 
 
DUTIES : Reporting to the Deputy Director-General: Destination Development, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following key functions: Provide leadership and strategic direction in the Chief Directorate, provide for the development and enhancement of tourism infrastructure, routes and experiences, facilitate maintenance and enhancement of tourism products of in particular State Owned assets, facilitate integration of tourism with other sectors including creative industries, environment, national and world heritage sites. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr P Tshabane Tel No: (012) 444 6195 / Mr T Koena Tel. (012) 444 6154 
 
NOTE : All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job. Some of the interviewed candidates may be subjected to a 2-day competency assessment that will test generic competencies. Appointment will be subject to the signing of the performance agreement, employment contract, and annual financial disclosure. 
 
 
 
 
 
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER REF NO: DT12/2021 
SALARY : R1 251 183 per annum, (all-inclusive remuneration package consisting of a basic salary, the state’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension fund and a flexible portion that may be structured). 
CENTRE : Pretoria 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A SAQA recognised B-degree (NQF7) in Accounting or equivalent qualification plus financial management and supply chain management. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at a Senior Management position. Professional association membership will be an added advantage. Candidates must also have sound people management, organisation, planning skills, facilitation and communication skills. Change Management, Client orientation and customer focus, writing skills. Problem solving and analysis, policy formulation, analysis and implementation. Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations, BAS, LOGIS, PERSAL, Vulindlela. Computer Literacy including advanced MS Excel. Possession of a valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel. One of the minimum entry requirements for SMS is the pre-entry certificate. For more details on the pre-entry course visit: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/.  The successful candidate will be required to an SMS pre-entry certificate prior to any appointment. 
 
DUTIES : Reporting to the Director-General, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following key functions: Manage the financial resources of the department. Ensure effective control of department expenditure. Manage the departments financial controls, bookkeeping and Public Entity Management. Ensure effective demand, acquisition, and contract management. Management of procurement from BBBEE enterprises. Maintain appropriate financial systems (analytical tools, information systems and models or projections of cost behaviour), policies to ensure effective and efficient management of resources. Oversee effective integrated financial services and supply chain management systems within the department in accordance with the PFMA, Treasury Regulations & Relevant prescripts. Provide strategic and technical support to the Accounting Officer and Branch Managers. Oversee, lead the provision of travel, transport services and ensuring the optimal utilization of fixed and moveable assets. Facilitate the implementation of national norms and standards were applicable. Liaise with relevant role-players in the financial environment regarding transversal financial matters. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr P Tshabane Tel No: (012) 444 6195 / Mr T Koena, Tel. (012) 444 6154 
 
NOTE : All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job. Some of the interviewed candidates may be subjected to a 2-day competency assessment that will test generic competencies. Appointment will be subject to the signing of the performance agreement, employment contract, and annual financial disclosure. Employment Equity: Suitably qualifying African Female or Coloured Female candidate will be prioritised for appointment.