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EASTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS & INFRASTRUCTURE 
 
The Department of Public Works & Infrastructure in the Eastern Cape is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women and Persons with disability are encouraged to apply. Employment Equity targets of the Department will be adhered to. 
 
APPLICATIONS : Alfred Nzo Region (Mount Ayliff): Hand Deliver - Department of Public Works, Corner of Nkosi Senyukele Jojo & Ngqubusini, off Ntsizwa Street, Mt Ayliff, 4735, Block- G- or Post to Private Bag X3556, Kokstad, 4700. 
 
Sarah Baartman Region (Port Elizabeth): Hand deliver: Department of Public Works, Cnr Albany and Westbourne Road, Central, Port Elizabeth, 6000 or Post to: Private Bag X 0004, Port Elizabeth, 6000, Enquiries: 
FOR ATTENTION : Ms N.H Malgas 
 
CLOSING DATE : 19 March 2021 
 
 
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the Application for Employment Form (Z83) obtainable from any Public Service Department go to www.dpsa.gov.za/ or http://eclgta.ecprov.gov.za and should be accompanied by a comprehensive CV, including at least two contactable referees, and certified copies of qualifications, driver’s license (where applicable) and Identity Document (with an original certification stamp) The Z83 form must be signed by an original signatures. It is the responsibility of applicants in possession of foreign qualifications to submit evaluated results by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant elements of the job. Applicants must quote the relevant reference number for the post as advertised. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The Office of The Premier welcomes people with disabilities and they may be given preference. All short listed candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment screening. All the appointments are subject to security vetting results. Failure to submit a comprehensive CV, academic qualifications and the signed Z83 form will result in the disqualification of the application from the process. Applications received after closing date will not be considered. No faxed/email applications will be accepted.
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ASSISTANT DIRECTORS: EPWP TECHNICAL SUPPORT SERVICES (X6 POSTS) 
(1 Year Contract) 
SALARY : R376 596 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Alfred Nzo Regional Office Ref No: DPWI 01/03/2021 (X3 Posts) 
Sara Baartman Regional Office Ref No: DPWI 02/03/2021 (X3 Posts) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate. A recognised Bachelor’s Degree/ National Diploma in Social Sciences/Public Administration/Public Management/Community Development/Development Studies. Four (4) years working experience in EPWP environment of which three (3) years must be at a supervisory level or salary 7 or 8. A valid driver’s license. Operating in a Built environment will be an added advantage. Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of Construction Industry and Project Management. Public Service Act. Public Service Regulations of 2016. Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). Applicable Legislation and Prescripts. Government Programmes. Information Management. Policies and Procedures. Citizen Focus and Responsiveness. Develop others. Applied Technology Basics. Applied Strategic Thinking. People Management. Networking and Building Bonds. Diversity Management. Report Writing. Computer Literacy. Negotiation. Communication and Information Management. Presentation. Analytical. Budget and Financial Management. Project / Management. Strategic Management. Motivational. Conflict Resolution /Problem Solving. 
 
DUTIES : Provide technical support to municipalities implementing Emerging Contractor Development: Facilitate and manage implementation of the programme; continuously monitor the development of the projects; Compile feedback reports on the programme; Ensure improved performance of staff on the current projects. Provide assistance in quality assurance of assets constructed; Compile and submit updated reports on progress and management of large projects model. Facilitate planning for EPWP/ Projects and monitor adherence to EPWP prescripts: Engage relevant stakeholders around the objectives of EPWP. Provide support to public bodies to ensure compliance with EPWP guidelines. Provide tender and design guidelines to ensure proper labor intensive execution of projects. Inform the relevant municipality about planned projects to be implemented within its boundaries. Provide assistance to public bodies in identifying suitable EPWP projects. Develop plans to meet targets. Ensure alignment within existing planning mechanism such as IDP/SDBIP submissions. Facilitate and monitor project designs: Engage stakeholders on particular policies and procedures. Conduct workshop to public bodies in labor intensive methods. Provide assistance to municipalities in setting and proclaiming EPWP wage rate. Review and align municipality contracting documents to EPWP guidelines and Supply Chain Management processes. Facilitate training of contractors in labor intensive methods of construction. Facilitate and monitor reporting and performance of projects: Support public bodies to develop effective management information systems and processes. Provide assistance in ensuring that reporting is done on EPWP projects implemented. Review progress of public bodies, including reviewing site visit reports and performance information. Manage generation of reports. Identify and understand blockages to implementation and developing innovative methodologies for resolving them. Monitor implementation of planned interventions. Submit monthly reports on the municipality performance. Give monthly feedback to municipality officials and activate project interventions where necessary. Report monthly to the joint infrastructure team. Provide assistance on the implementation of EPWP Integrated Grant: Determine parties eligible for EPWP grant as well as basis for its allocation and distribution. Ensure that signed agreement meets EPWP targets and requirements. Monitor project implementation and management. Report on performance and achievements of set targets. Make necessary interventions on non-performing projects and report thereof. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Alfred Nzo Region (Mount Ayliff): Ms N Gcabi Tel No: 039 254 6842 or Ms L Mncwabe Tel No: 039 254 6764 
Sarah Baartman Region (Port Elizabeth): Ms C. Bermoskie Tel No: 041 390 9026 or Ms A. Meyer Tel No: 041 390 9032