EASTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT - ERRATUM

 
KPA’s: Provide strategic leadership to the Directorate by managing and coordinating research within the department and in partnership with other stakeholders. Provide expert advice, counsel and recommendations on research matters to influence policy decisions and development initiatives within the department and other sector departments. Lead and develop a research strategy, oversee research programs, and evaluate the effectiveness of research programs and the impact thereof to deliver outcomes that best meet the objectives of the Department and n be applied for the benefit of the citizens of the Eastern Cape. Supervise and provide guidance and technical support to key internal and external stakeholders to better undertake research projects commissioned and undertaken by the department. Engage stakeholders and provide recommendations on appropriate strategies and pathways, considering ethical implications associated with research practice. Establish and maintain productive working relationships with stakeholders, public and private sector bodies, fostering research partnerships across organizational programs and projects to capitalize on opportunities. Develop research and analytical tools and practices that enable research and education to meet the needs of communities. 
 
 
 
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTORS: ADMINISTRATION (3 POSTS) 
Salary Package: R 733 257.00 per annum (Level 11) 
(Ref no. DSD 02/09/2019) - Amathole: Mnquma Area Office (1); 
(Ref no. DSD 03/09/2019) – Amahlathi: Amahlathi (1); 
(Ref no. DSD 04/09/2019) – Amathole: Mbashe (1) 
 
Minimum Requirements: Standard 10/ Grade 12 plus a Bachelor’s Degree/National Diploma in Public Administration/Social Sciences or equivalent qualification. 3 to 5 years’ relevant experience of which 3 years must have been at the level of an Assistant Director. Postgraduate degree will be an added advantage. Computer literacy. A valid South African unendorsed driver’s license is a prerequisite. 
 
Competencies:Extensive knowledge of the Social Development Sector. Sound knowledge of financial, human resources and Supply Chain Management experience. Good planning, organizational and decision making skills. Strategic capability and leadership skills. Excellent management and empowerment skills. Service delivery innovation. Client and customer orientation. Understanding of the Batho Pele principles. Excellent problem-solving skills. Ability to communicate at all levels. Developmental with a clear understanding of the South African policies on social transformation and community development. 
 
KPA’s:Be responsible for the overall management and control of the area. Render management of Developmental Social Welfare Services and Community Development. Render Financial, Human Resources and Supply Chain Management. Facilitate Community Development. Provide necessary support to the community to promote self-sustainability and integrated development. Develop, monitor and evaluate the area. Consolidate all programme reports. Analyze and report on emerging trends. Develop, monitor and evaluate area annual and operational plans. 
 
 
 
 
 
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER GR B 
Salary Package: R 726 048 (Gr B) (1-year contract) 
(Ref no. DSD 06/09/2019 – Provincial Office 
 
Minimum requirement: Standard 10/ Grade 12 plus National Higher Diploma (Built Environment field) with a minimum of 4 years and six months certified experience / BTech (Built Environment field) with a minimum of 4 years certified managerial experience / Honours Degree in any Built Environment field with a minimum of 3 years’ experience. A Valid driver’s license Compulsory registration with the SACPCMP as a Professional Construction Project Manager. 
 
Competencies:Ability to manage and co-ordinate all aspects of projects:- (i) Guide the project planning, implementation, monitoring, reporting and evaluation in line with project management methodology; (ii) Create and execute project work plans and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements; (iii) Identify resources needed and assign individual responsibilities; (iv) Manage day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope; and (v) Effectively apply methodology and enforce project standards to minimize risk on projects. Project Accounting and Financial Management: 
 
KPAs: (i) Report project progress to Chief Construction Project Manager; and (ii) Manage project budget and resources; Office Administration: - (i) Provide inputs to other professionals with tender administration; (ii) liaise and interact with service providers, client and management; (iii) contribute to the human resources and related activities; (iv) maintain the record management system and the architectural library; and (v) utilize resources allocated effectively. Research and Development: - (i) Keep up with new technologies and procedures; (ii) Research/literature on new developments on project management methodologies; and (iii) Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on project management. 
 
 
 
 
 
PROJECT MANAGERS: CONDITIONAL GRANT (ECD) (2 POSTS) (1 YEAR CONTRACT) 
Salary Notch: R376 596 per annum 
(Ref no. DSD 09/09/2019 - Provincial Office (2) 
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 plus B. Degree or National Diploma / Tertiary qualification in Building/ Construction Management/ Quantity Surveying/ Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification. With a minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience working as a Project Manager. Registration on SACPCMP as a candidate will be an added advantage. Computer literacy. A valid South African driver’s license is a prerequisite. 
 
COMPETENCIES:Strategic Capability and Leadership; Programme and Project Management; Change Management and Innovation; Financial Management; Planning and Organizing; Conflict Management; Problem Solving and Analysis; People Management and Empowerment; Analytical ability; Motivational ability; Negotiation and persuasion ability; ability to function on conceptual level; Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), MS Project. Must be willing to travel extensively. Proven ability to manage a diverse team of personnel, as well as bring in projects on time and within budget. 
 
KPA’s:Manage and Coordinate all aspects of projects. Guide the Project initiation, planning, implementation, monitoring, reporting and evaluation in line with projection management methodology. Conducting technical conditional assessments and compiling of bills of quantities from technical assessment report. Create and execute project work plans and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements. Identifying resources needed and assign individual responsibilities. Project and accounting and Financial Management; Report project progress. Manage project budget resources. Office Administration: provide inputs with tender administration. Contribute to the human resource related activities. Research development: keep up developments on project management technologies. Provide technical consulting services for the operation of project related matters to minimize possible project risks. 
 
 

 
 
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PRACTITIONER GR 1 (OSD) 
Salary Notch: R217 659 per annum 
Ref no. DSD 15/09/2019– Amathole (Ngqamakhwe) 
 
Minimum Requirements: Standard 10/ Grade 12 plus a B Degree in Social Sciences with Developmental Economics/National Diploma in Development Studies/Community Development/Social and other related studies. Computer literacy will be an added advantage. A valid South African driver’s license is a prerequisite. 
 
Competencies:Theoretical understanding and practical experience/exposure to community Development issues. Demonstrate a facilitative approach to motivate constructive participation in programme development and implementation. Ability to document and report on programmes and projects according to required format. Communication and interpersonal skills, organizing and planning skills. 
 
KPA’s:Facilitate awareness campaigns on community development programmes. Mobilise local community into Integrated Development Structures. Facilitate community Development initiatives in each local Municipality. Facilitate the development of community profiles utilizing contextualized Participatory Development Methodologies. Facilitate the development and alignment and utilization of resources from various Departments towards the implementation of Integrated Development Plans in each local Municipality. Assess application for funding to the Department by community organizations. Monitor, evaluate and render support service funded programmes/ Projects. 
 
 
 
 
 
ADMIN CLERK 
SALARY NOTCH: R173 703 PER ANNUM (LEVEL 5) 
REF NO. – SARAH BAARTMAN – GRAHAMSTOWN AREA OFFICE 
 
Minimum Requirements: Senior Certificate/ equivalent qualification. Driver’s license will be an added advantage. 
 
Competencies:Good understanding of Public Service prescripts. Knowledge of PFMA and Treasury Regulations. Extensive computer literacy. Knowledge of general administration in the public service. Excellent communication skills and analytical ability. 
 
KPA’s:Be responsible for variety of administrative duties related to staff provisioning and conditions of service. Ensure efficient and effective processing of service benefits and incentives of all employees. Administer HR processes at operational level.

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Applications can be forwarded to the following District: 
HEAD OFFICE: Hand Delivery: Albertina Sisulu Building, No 7 Beatrice Street(behind KFC-Alexandra Road), King William’s Town, for the attention of Mr. M Madonci or Post: The Director : HRA: Social Development, Private Bag X0039, Bhisho, 5605 
Enquiries:Ms Z. Moyeni at 043 605-5101 / Ms A. Njaba 043 605-5101/ Mr M. Madonci 043 605-5101. 
 
DISTRICT OFFICES: 
ALFRED NZO: The District Director, Department of Social Development, Private Bag X 401, Mount Ayliff, 4735 or Hand Deliver at Room 7 Mt Ayliff Counseling Centre, Garane Street for the attention of Mr S Zondo. 
Enquiriesmay be directed to Mr S Zondo at 039 254 0900 
 
AMATHOLE:The District Director, Department of Social Development, Private Bag X9066, East London, 5200, or Hand Deliver at Absa Building, No. 85 Oxford Street, East London for the attention of Ms Z. Habe. 
Enquiriesmay be directed to Ms Z. Habe at 043 711 6626 
 
BUFFALO CITY METRO: The District Director, Department of Social Development, Private Bag X9066, East London 5200, or hand deliver at Ideal Homes Building, No 170 Oxford Street, East London, for the attention of Ms P. Kula 
Enquiriesmay be directed to Mr M. Yonana at 043 705-5650 /Ms P. Kula 043 705-5638.
 
Chris Hani: The District Director, Department of Social Development, Private Bag X7191, Queenstown 5320 or Hand Deliver at Pandarosa Building, 54 Ebden Street, Queenstown, for the attention of Ms N Mzinjana. 
Enquiries may be directed to Ms Mzinjana at (045) 808-3709 
 
Joe Ggqabi: The District Director, Department of Social Development and Special Programmes, Private Bag X 1002, Aliwal North or hand delivered at Aliwal North Spar Hotel, Dan-Pienaar Street, Aliwal North 
Enquiries may be directed to Ms N. Duba at 051 633-1616 OR Mr S Luzipho at 051 633-1609. 
 
Nelson Mandela Metro: The District Director, Department of Social Development, Private bag X 3906 North End 5056 or hand delivered at Room 208, Ibhayi Bulding, Straundale Road Enquiries may be directed to Ms L. Thompson 041 406-5750 
 
Sarah Baartman: The District Directot, Department of Social Development, Private Bag X 1008, Grahamstown, 6139, or hand delivered at Room 11, 2nd floor, Corner African and Hill Street, Old SABC Building, Grahamstown Enquiries may be directed to Ms P. Kewuti at 046 636-1484
 
O.R. Tambo: The District Director, Department of Social Development, Private Bag X 6000, Umtata, 5099 or hand delivered to at Room No 1045, 10th floor Botha Sigcau Building, for the attention of Ms Z. Dlanjwa. Enquiries may be directed to Ms Z. Dlanjwa at 047 - 5310944. 
 
CLOSING DATE: 20 SEPTEMBER 2019 @15:30.
 
APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER CLOSING DATE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. NO FAXED /E-MAILED APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED. 
 
TO OBTAIN MORE INFORMATION ON MIMIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS (KPA’s) visit: www.ecprov.gov.za OR www.ecdsd.gov.za OR www.dpsa.gov.za OR www.dpw.gov.za 
 
 
NOTE TO ALL POST APPLICANTS 
Applications must be submitted on the Z83 Form obtainable from any Public Service Department or internet at http://www.info.gov.za/documents/forms/employ.pdf.Z83 which must be signed (an unsigned Z83 form will disqualify an application) and must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV indicating three reference person’s Name, Contact Numbers and a relationship with reference as checks will be done on nominated candidate(s), attach copies (certified within the past three months) of Qualification(s), Matric certificate, proof of Professional Registration & Driver’s license (where applicable), ID Document, Non-RSA Citizens to attach Permanent Resident Permits, Foreign Qualifications must be accompanied by South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) Evaluation Certificate. 
Note: Failure to submit these copies will result in the application not being considered. Please do not send any original certificates, diplomas or testimonials. Applicants must note that further Personnel Suitability checks will be conducted on short-listed candidates and that their appointment is subject to the outcome of these checks which will include security clearance, security vetting, qualification verification and criminal checking. Note that correspondence will only be conducted with the short-listed candidates. If you have not been contacted by the recruiting department within three (3) months of the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. We thank all applicants for their interest. 
 
ADDITIONAL NOTE: All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the recruiting department. Following the interview and the technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS Competency assessments tools. The filling of this post will be in line with the Annual Recruitment Plan 2019/20. The recruiting department has a right not to fill these posts. The People with disabilities are encouraged to apply for this post.