EASTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF COOPERATIVE GOVERNANCE AND TRADITIONAL AFFAIRS VACANCIES

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NOTE : Applications must be submitted on a duly completed Z83 (effective from 01 January 2021) form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. Applicants are not required to submit any copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit a fully completed signed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae. NB: Z83 in the e-recruitment system is currently not downloadable and therefore not signable; so, applicants who submitted applications via the e-recruitment system will not be disqualified for an unsigned Z83 instead will be requested to sign on interview day. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, and other relevant documents to HR on or before the interview date. Applicants with foreign qualifications would be required to submit an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) on or before the day of the interview. Failure to submit all the requested documents will disqualify the application. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within six (6) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Selected candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record check, citizenship verification, financial/asset record check, qualification/study verification and previous employment verification). Successful candidates will also be subjected to security clearance processes. Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge test. Successful candidates will be appointed on a probation period of twelve (12) months. Misrepresentation in the application documents will result in automatic disqualification and disciplinary action in the event the candidate has already been appointed. The Department reserves the right not to make appointment(s) to the advertised post(s). Persons with disability and people from previously disadvantaged groups are encouraged to apply. It is the department’s objective to address the Employment Equity Affirmative Action Measures in line with the Employment Equity Plan and to achieve equitable representation across race and gender. In filling of these posts gender equity and people living with disability will be highly considered. The Department reserves the right to amend / review / withdraw advertised posts if by so doing, the best interest of the department will be well served. (Females and People with disabilities are also requested to apply and indicate such in their applications). targets of the department will be adhered to.

OTHER POSTS
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: INTERNAL AUDIT REF NO: COGTA 01/10/2023 
SALARY : R424 104 – R496 467 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Bhisho Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS : National Senior certificate, an undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 6) in Internal Auditing, Three (3) years working experience at a Supervisory level 7/ 8. Professional Registration with IIA. Computer literacy (with knowledge of Ms Excel, PowerPoint, Teammate Audit Software, and Internet. Competencies Required: Good communication skills, persuasive skills, management skills. 
 
DUTIES : Planning of audit projects and conduct preliminary survey for audits. Review audit working papers on reported points. Review audit reporting and compile a report, Review audit files of each project. Attend to administrative matters. 
 
ENQUIRIES : can be directed to Mr W.M Cwele at 071 689 6162 
e-Recruitment Technical Enquiries: recruitment@eccogta.gov.za
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OFFICER: TRADITIONAL LEADERSHIP RURAL DEVELOPMENT FACILITATION REF NO: COGTA 02/10/2023 
SALARY : R359 517 – R420 402 per annum (level 08) 
CENTRE : Chris Hani District Support Centre 
 
REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 6) in Development Studies, Public Administration, Community Development & Social Sciences. One to Two (1-2) years relevant experience at a Supervisory level 7/ or Four (4) years’ experience at SL 6 in community/rural development, community planning & facilitation. Supervisory experience in Community Development or relevant field. Competencies: Communication skills, presentation skills, facilitation skills and excellent report writing. 
 
DUTIES : Facilitate the involvement of Traditional Leaders in development initiatives. Facilitate promotion co-operative relations with developmental partners, municipalities & government departments. Facilitate establishment of partnerships between traditional leadership institution & government departments, municipalities, non-governmental organisations and private sector for the development of traditional communities. Facilitate and coordinate trainings for developmental programs in Traditional communities. Facilitate formulation of Development Plans for Traditional Councils. Facilitate the involvement of donors in traditional communities’ development. Compile written reports. Understanding of government planning & budgeting. 
 
ENQUIRIES : can be directed to Mr W.M Cwele at 071 689 6162 
e-Recruitment Technical Enquiries: recruitment@eccogta.gov.za
 
 
 
 
 
PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO DIRECTOR: OR TAMBO DISTRICT SUPPORT CENTRE REF NO: COGTA:03/10/2023 
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SALARY : R294 321 - R343 815 per annum (Level 07) 
CENTRE : OR Tambo 
 
REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 6) in Public Administration/ Public Management, Administrative Management/ Office Management. One-to-two-year exposure in the public service. Relevant experience will be an added advantage. Computer Literacy and Competency of (Ms Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) are all mandatory. Valid driver’s license code 08 (EB). Competencies: Good interpersonal and decision -making skills, Proven computer literacy., Organising and planning skills., Customer service orientation, communication (written and verbal) skills, Attention to detail, Ability to work effectively in a dynamic office and liaise with diverse people, Teamwork, Report writing, Willingness and able to work irregular hours. 
 
DUTIES : Facilitate smooth running of the District Director’s office. Manage diary of the Director. Screening phone calls, enquiries and requests and handling of them properly. Arranging travel and accommodation for the District Director and District Support Centre staff. Arrange meetings, venues for scheduled meetings and refreshments for such meetings. Taking minutes in meetings and report writing. Assess incoming correspondence and distribute where it is required. Filing of documents according to the departmental filing index. Responsible for the directorate’s commitment register and analyse expenditure patterns. Monitoring of weekly plans of all staff members. Remain abreast with the procedures and processes that apply in the office of the Director. 
 
ENQUIRIES : can be directed to Mr W.M Cwele at 071 689 6162 
e-Recruitment Technical Enquiries: recruitment@eccogta.gov.za
 
 
 
 
 
 
PRINCIPAL PERSONNEL OFFICERS: HUMAN RESOURCE CONDITIONS OF SERVICES REF NO: COGTA:(04/10/2023 (X2 POSTS) 
SALARY : R294 321 - R343 815 per annum (Level 07) 
CENTRE : Head Office / Bhisho 
 
REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate plus National Diploma /Degree (NQF Level 6) in Human Resource Management/Public Management/ Public Administration and any relevant qualification. Minimum of one - two years’ experience at salary level 5/6 in Human Resource Management Conditions of Services or Senior Certificate with minimum of five years’ experience in Human Resource Management Conditions of Services. Computer literacy: Ms Word, Excel, and Ms Outlook. Introduction to PERSAL Certificate, Leave Management certificate will be required on or before the interview date. Competencies: knowledge of Human Resource Prescripts, Sound communication skills. Problem solving skills. Decision Making skills. 
 
DUTIES : Supervise implementation of service terminations, such as termination due to death, retirement, resignation, and abscondment, Approval / Processing of service benefits such as Housing, Home - Owners Allowance, Resettlement Benefits, State Guarantee and Stop Order, Leave Gratuity Benefits, Leave Administration, approving applications forms for leave of absence. Supervise Leave Reconciliation, Receiving and processing Temporary Incapacity Leave forms. Approve of Nomination Beneficiary forms from PERSAL. Leave Administration: Checking and approving captured applications for leave of absence on PERSAL, supervise leave reconciliation, receive, and process temporary incapacity leave application. Approving of nomination beneficiary form, checking and approving form of nomination of beneficiaries on PERSAL. 
 
ENQUIRIES : can be directed to Mr W.M Cwele at 071 689 6162 
e-Recruitment Technical Enquiries: recruitment@eccogta.gov.za
 
 
 
 
 
PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO DIRECTOR: LAND SURVEY AND CADASTRAL INFORMATION REF NO: COGTA: 05/10/2023 
SALARY : R294 321 - R343 815 per annum (Level 07) 
CENTRE : Head Office / Bhisho 
 
REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 6) in Public Administration/ Public Management/Social Sciences/ Office Management or any relevant qualification. One to Two years’ experience in the relevant Environment Computer literacy. Computer Literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, and PowerPoint & MS Outlook). Valid driver’s license code 08. One-to-two-year exposure in the public service. Relevant experience will be an added advantage. Competencies: Good Communication (verbal and written) skills with reasonable proficiency in English. Competency to organise meetings and minutes taking. Honesty and Integrity. 
 
DUTIES : Facilitate the smooth running of the Director’s office. To always facilitate the availability of all the office records. Assess incoming work and distribute where is required. Type correspondence delegated to you by the office manager and the Director. Manage the diary of Director. Manage the resources of the office of the Director. Digital and manual filing of documents, preparation, recording and submission of the Director’s claims to the approving authority, monitoring the submission of weekly plans for Director, procurement of all office supplies including but not limited to refreshments and food service items, procurement of travel bookings for the Director, procurement of venues for scheduled sessions and meetings. Arranging the delivery of materials needed for meetings. 
 
ENQUIRIES : can be directed to Mr W.M Cwele at 071 689 6162 
e-Recruitment Technical Enquiries: recruitment@eccogta.gov.za
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO CHIEF DIRECTOR: STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT, COMMUNICATION, AND INFORMATION SERVICES REF NO: COGTA: 06/10/ 2023 
SALARY : R294 321 - R343 815 per annum (Level 07)
CENTRE : Head Office / Bhisho 
 
REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 6) in in Public Administration/ Public Management/Social Sciences/ Office Management or administrative qualification. One to Two years’ experience in the relevant Environment Computer literacy. Computer Literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, and PowerPoint & MS Outlook). Valid driver’s license code 08. The candidate must have at least a minimum of one year exposure in the public service including municipalities. Competencies: Advanced ability to independently use MS Excel (create formulas, develop graph), MS PowerPoint. Good Communication (verbal and written) skills with reasonable proficiency in English. Competency to organise meetings and minutes taking. Honesty and Integrity. 
 
DUTIIES : Facilitate smooth running of the Chief Director’s office. To always facilitate the availability of all office records at all times. Assess incoming correspondence and distribute it accordingly. Type correspondence delegated by the Chief Director. Manage diary of the Chief Director. Manage resources of the office of the Chief Director. Provide the coordination of submissions from directorates. Provide support in budget monitoring. Provide support in the coordination of meetings. Facilitate travelling arrangements for the Chief Director. To ensure overall administration in the office of the Chief Director.
 
ENQUIRIES : can be directed to Mr W.M Cwele at 071 689 6162 
e-Recruitment Technical Enquiries: recruitment@eccogta.gov.za