EASTERN CAPE OFFICE OF THE PREMIER

KPA’s: Manage the development, implementation and review of provincial Intergovernmental Relations Strategy, Policies and Programmes: Manage the revision and review of Provincial Intergovernmental Relations Strategy, Policies and Programmes. Coordinate the roll out of the Provincial IGR strategy to local level. E.g. Districts, Metros and local municipalities. Coordinate the Premier’s Coordinating Forum (PCF) on a quarterly basis in compliance with the IGR Framework Act of 2005. Facilitate the development and the submission of reports as per the agenda of the Presidential Coordination Council and Forum of the South African Director Generals (FOSAD) and prepare the required documentation for the PCC and FOSAD. Coordinate the establishment of Inter-Governmental Relations Structures in the province. Monitor and evaluate the functionality of IGR structures in the province, identify and escalate unresolved issues to the agenda of the PCF (MUNIMEC, DIMAFO and Local IGR Forums). 
Provide support to intergovernmental service delivery initiatives: Facilitate the submission of service delivery reports to enable oversight. Coordinate the meetings with stakeholders such as; sector departments, state entities and municipalities to evaluate progress on service delivery initiatives and interventions. Facilitate the participation of all relevant stakeholders in service delivery initiatives. Provide coordination support to national and provincial calendar programmes and other initiatives. 
 
Manage the provision of support to IGR structures: Develop and implement training initiatives to IGR practitioners for specific IGR structures (sector departments and municipalities at all levels). Manage the participation and contribution by national, provincial departments and state entities in local IDPs through effective ward-based planning Integrated Service Delivery Model (ISDM). Coordinate the organisation of the EXCO Outreach Programme in line with the revised Provincial IGR Strategy, to evaluate and provide oversight to service delivery initiatives. Manage the participation by national, provincial government departments and State Entities (ESKOM) in local IGR structures and report defaults thereof. Coordinate the provincial IGR Forum to facilitate integrated planning between national and provincial departments and all local municipalities. 
Manage area of responsibility: Review Intergovernmental Relations performance and make recommendations to improve the efficiency and effectiveness. Report on Intergovernmental Relations information as required by internal and external stakeholders. Supervise and co-ordinate the effective and efficient running and management of the Intergovernmental Relations. Develop and implement service delivery improvement programmes. Ensure that performance agreements and development plans are developed and implemented for all staff in the Intergovernmental Relations within set timeframes. Ensure that staff performance is managed on a daily basis and that Performance Assessments of all employees in area of responsibility are done timeously and within agreed timeframes. Ensure that vacancies are filled timeously and that the Recruitment, Selection and Placement of staff is according to lay down policy and procedure. 
Ensure the implementation and management of risk, finance, and supply-chain management protocols and prescripts in area of responsibility: Identify and manage risks in area of responsibility. Ensure timely budgeting, monitoring, variance analysis and reporting. Ensure that Procurement Planning takes place, that specifications are developed timeously and that there is compliance with supply chain prescripts. Ensure the Unit’s assets are managed, maintained and kept safely. Weigh up financial implications of propositions and align expenditure to cash flow projections.
 
 
 
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: EVALUATION 
Salary Package: R733 257.00 Per Annum (Level 11) 
(Ref: OTP 02/05/2019) 
CENTRE: Bhisho 
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: An NQF 7 qualification in Public Administration, Development Studies or any related field as recognised by SAQA with minimum of three years’ experience at an Assistant Director level in Monitoring & Evaluation field. Knowledge of advanced strategy development, management and monitoring, knowledge of government planning cycle, advanced knowledge of the policies of government of the day. A valid driver’s license 
 
KPA’s: Manage the Provincial Programme Evaluation Process (PEP): Develop and implement PEP. Submit the approved PEP to the Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation (DPME). Guide and monitor the implementation of the PEP. Provide support to departments to establish Steering Committees and capacitate the Steering Committee Members. Guide departments on the development of Terms of Reference (TORs), inception reports, data collection tools and project plans for the programme being evaluated. 
Provide support in the implementation of MPAT in the province: Support departments on conducting the self-assessment to ensure that all departments meet the MPAT deadline. Support departments during challenge period. Provide support in populating the MPAT reporting template. Monitor the implementation of the improvement plans. 
Departmental policy directives and comply with corporate governance and planning imperatives: Maintain high standards by ensuring that the team /section produces excellent work in terms of quality / quantity and timeliness. Resolve problems of motivation and control with minimum guidance from manager. Delegate functions to staff based on individual potential provide the necessary guidance and support and afford staff adequate training and development opportunities. Ensure timeously development of job descriptions and implementation of Work Plans and Personal Development Plans (PDP’s) for all subordinates. Manage daily employee performance and ensure timely Performance Assessments of all subordinates. Ensure management, maintenance and safekeeping of assets. Ensure the implementation and management of risk, finance and supply chain management protocols and prescripts in are of responsibility 
 
 




 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: STAKEHOLDER RELATIONS MANAGEMENT & SPECIAL PROJECTS 
Salary Package: R 733 257.00 Per Annum (Level 11) 
(Ref: OTP 03/05/2019) 
CENTRE: Bhisho 
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: An NQF 7 qualification in Public Relations/ Communication/Public Administration as recognized by SAQA with Minimum 3 years’ of experience at an Assistant Director level in any related field of which 2 years’ of that experience must be in Intergovernmental environment. Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and prescripts that governs the Public Sector, Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, Intergovernmental Relations Framework Act, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations and Public Participation Framework. Skills in Applied Strategic Thinking, Computer Literacy, Budgeting and Financial Management, Communication and Information Management, Diversity Management, Managing Interpersonal Conflict and Resolving Problems, Planning and Organizing & Project Management. A valid driver’s license 
 
KPA’s: Support the establishment and maintenance of sectoral relations and partnerships with civil society stakeholders: Manage the continuous updating of the provincial database that is inclusive of all Sectors at Provincial, District and Metropolitan levels. Develop and present a project plan for Sector stakeholder engagement sessions for each of the following Intergovernmental Projects and Programmes: EXCO Outreach in each of the six Districts and two Metropolitan Municipalities in the Province; Pre and Post SOPA engagement sessions; Taking Legislature to the People, Ministerial Programmes in the Province, Presidential Siyahlola, Visits of the Deputy President, Premiers Special Outreach Programmes, Batho Pele Programme. Manage the coordination of logistics, stakeholder mobilisations, invitations and consultations of sector stakeholders in preparation for the engagement sessions. Establish secretariat team to capture issues raised in the engagement session. Establish committees to render logistical support prior and during the execution of the sessions. Facilitate development of community mobilisation plan to ensure proper representation and meaningful participation. Consolidate on site reports on issues raised by civil society stakeholders during the engagement sessions for submission to the Director in preparation for the Provincial Management, Clusters, Executive Council (EXCO), Premiers Coordinating Forum (PCF), PCC and policy development review processes in order or them to find expression to the Programme of Action. Develop presentations on partnership proposals for endorsement by the Executive Management and Executive Council. Support the Sectoral initiated development initiatives and projects as detailed and required for purposes of empowerment. Develop project plans for feedback sessions to the stakeholders. Ensure circulation of progress reports to Stakeholders on time to enable a meaningful discussion. 
Coordinate and facilitate the implementation of community participation programmes: Develop and present a project plan for community engagement sessions for each of the following Intergovernmental Projects and Programmes: EXCO Outreach in each of the six Districts and two Metropolitan Municipalities in the Province; Pre and Post SOPA engagement sessions; Taking Legislature to the People, Ministerial Programmes in the Province, Presidential Siyahlola, Visits of the Deputy President, Premiers Special Outreach Programmes, Batho Pele Programme. Manage execution of the project plans for community participation in all the Intergovernmental programmes. Coordinate consultation of relevant intergovernmental and community structures for effective community engagement sessions, Consolidate reports on the planning process as well as reports on issues raised during the community engagement sessions. (SOPA, Taking Legislature to the People, EXCO Outreach, Ministerial Programmes, Presidential Siyahlola, Deputy President and Premier’s Special Outreach Programmes and Batho Pele programmes). 
Provide support in the facilitation of the implementation of Premiers Priority and Interventions Projects: Develop project plans for each of the identified projects. Facilitate identification of actual required resources for each project. Develop and submit progress reports on individual projects on interventions made at different spheres of government. Develop plans and manage facilitation of arrangements to visit projects for verification of reports. 
Support the facilitation of the implementation of Special Projects. Coordinate implementation and consolidate reports of the Provincial Development Agenda on the Ex-Mine Workers Programme. Participate in planning and lead execution of functions in the Governments events including Centenary Celebrations. Consolidate progress reports of the planned government events. Provide support required and lead the approved support on adhoc special projects such as Provincial Official declared funerals. 
Manage area of responsibility: Report on Stakeholder Relations Management and Special Projects information as required by internal and external stakeholders. Render support to ensure the effective / Supervise and co-ordinate the effective and efficient running and management of the Stakeholder Relations Management and Special Projects. Ensure that performance agreements and development plans are developed and implemented for subordinates within set timeframes. Ensure that subordinates performance are managed on a daily basis and that Performance Assessments of subordinates in area of responsibility are done timeously and within agreed timeframes. Ensure that vacancies are filled timeously and that the Recruitment, Selection and Placement of staff is according to lay down policy and procedure. 
Ensure the implementation and management of risk, finance, and supply-chain management protocols and prescripts in area of responsibility: Ensure timely budgeting, monitoring, variance analysis and reporting. Ensure that Procurement Planning takes place, that specifications are developed timeously and that there is compliance with supply chain prescripts. Ensure the Unit’s assets are managed, maintained and kept safely. Weigh up financial implications of propositions and align expenditure to cash flow projections. 
 

 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: ICT SOLUTION ARCHITECT 
Salary Package: R 733 257.00 Per Annum (Level 11) 
(Ref: OTP 04/05/2019) 
CENTRE: Bhisho 
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: An NQF 7 in any IT related qualification as recognised by SAQA with minimum of three years’ experience at an Assistant Director level in Planning, Designing, Architecting, and/or Implementing (Project-Management) ICT Technical Solutions.
Professional qualifications: TOGAF accredited level II certification, IT Project-Management (Prince2, or PMI accredited International certification), Microsoft Certified Solution Expert (MCSE): Communications and/or Content Management and/or Messaging (Microsoft-accredited). Association for Information and Image Management (AIIM): Enterprise Content Management, Business Process Management, Email Management, Enterprise Records Management, SharePoint (AIIM-accredited International certificate only). 
 
Skills, Attributes and Competencies: Applying Technology, Communication and Information Management, Continuous Improvement, Project Management, Active Listening and Learning, Analytical/Critical thinking, Writing, Speaking, Confidentiality, Performance Driven, Attention to detail. 
 
KPA’s: Implement and maintain ICT architecture: establish a common architecture consisting of application and technology architecture layers: Develop representation of the technical building blocks that make up the Department and their inter-relationships as well as the principles guiding their ICT design and evolution over time, enabling a standard, responsive, and efficient delivery of operational and strategic objectives. Establish and maintain a common technology architecture consisting of architecture layers for effectively and efficiently realizing enterprise and IT strategies by creating key models and practices that describe the baseline and target architectures. Define requirements for taxonomy, standards, guidelines, procedures, templates and tools, and provide a linkage for these components. Improve alignment, increase agility, improve quality of information and generate potential cost savings through initiatives such as re-use of building block components. 
Implement and maintain ICT projects: manage all projects from the investment portfolio in alignment with departmental strategy: Establish and maintain a formal, approved integrated project plan framework (covering business and IT resources. Eliminate or minimise specific risks associated with programmes and/or projects through a systematic process of planning, identifying, analysing, responding to, and monitoring and controlling the areas or events that have the potential to cause unwanted change. Measure project performance against key project performance criteria such as schedule, quality, cost and risk. Identify any deviations from the expected. Manage project work packages by placing formal requirements on authorising and accepting work packages, and assigning and co-ordinating appropriate business and IT resources. At the end of each project, release or iteration, require the project stakeholders to ascertain whether the project, release or iteration delivered the planned results and value. 
Implement and maintain ICT requirements definition: identify solutions and analyze requirements before acquisition or creation to ensure that they are in line with department’s strategic requirement: Based on the business case, identify, prioritise, specify and agree on business information, functional, technical and control requirements covering the scope/understanding of all initiatives required to achieve the expected outcomes of the proposed IT-enabled business solution. Perform feasibility studies of potential alternative solutions, assess their viability and select the preferred option. If appropriate, implement the selected option as a pilot to determine possible improvements. Identify, document, prioritise and mitigate functional, technical and information processing-related risk associated with the enterprise requirements and proposed solution. Co-ordinate feedback from affected stakeholders and obtain business sponsor or product owner approval and sign-off on functional and technical requirements, feasibility studies, risk analyses and recommended solutions.
Implement and maintain ICT solutions – in line with department-wide requirements: Develop, document high-level designs and elaborate detailed designs progressively using agreed-on and appropriate phased or rapid agile development techniques, addressing all components (business processes and related automated and manual controls, supporting IT applications, infrastructure services and technology products, and partners/suppliers). Ensure that the detailed design includes internal and external SLAs and OLAs. Procure solution components based on the acquisition plan in accordance with requirements and detailed designs, architecture principles and standards, and the enterprise’s overall procurement and contract procedures, QA requirements, and approval standards. Install and configure solutions and integrate with business process activities. Implement control, security and auditability measures during configuration, and during integration of hardware and infrastructural software, to protect resources and ensure availability and data integrity. Establish a test plan and required environments to test the individual and integrated solution components, including the business processes and supporting services, applications and infrastructure. Track the status of individual requirements (including all rejected requirements) throughout the project life cycle and manage the approval of changes to requirements. 
Implement and maintain ICT change acceptance: formally accept and make operational new solutions: Establish an implementation plan that covers system and data conversion, acceptance testing criteria, communication, training, release preparation, promotion to production, early production support, a fallback/backout plan, and a post-implementation review. Prepare for business process, IT service data and infrastructure migration as part of the department’s development methods, including audit trails and a recovery plan should the migration fail. Promote the accepted solution to the business and operations. Where appropriate, run the solution as a pilot implementation or in parallel with the old solution for a defined period and compare behaviour and results. Manage releases of solution components. Provide early support to the users and IT operations for an agreed-on period of time to deal with issues and help stabilise the new solution. Conduct a post-implementation review to confirm outcome and results, identify lessons learned, and develop an action plan. Evaluate and check the actual performance and outcomes of the new or changed service against the predicted performance and outcomes (i.e., the service expected by the user or customer. 
Implement and maintain the availability of relevant, current, validated and reliable knowledge: Devise and implement a scheme to nurture and facilitate a knowledge-sharing culture. Identify, validate and classify diverse sources of internal and external information required to enable effective use and operation of business processes and IT services. Organise information based on classification criteria. Identify and create meaningful relationships between information elements and enable use of information. Identify owners and define and implement levels of access to knowledge resources. Propagate available knowledge resources to relevant stakeholders and communicate how these resources can be used to address different needs (e.g., problem solving, learning, strategic planning and decision making). Measure the use and evaluate the currency and relevance of information. Retire obsolete information. 
Implement and maintain the availability of relevant, current, validated and reliable knowledge: Devise and implement a scheme to nurture and facilitate a knowledge-sharing culture. Identify, validate and classify diverse sources of internal and external information required to enable effective use and operation of business processes and IT services. Organise information based on classification criteria. Identify and create meaningful relationships between information elements and enable use of information. Identify owners and define and implement levels of access to knowledge resources. Propagate available knowledge resources to relevant stakeholders and communicate how these resources can be used to address different needs (e.g., problem solving, learning, strategic planning and decision making). Measure the use and evaluate the currency and relevance of information. Retire obsolete information. 
 
 
 
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: TRANSFORMATION, INNOVATION AND KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT 
Salary Package: R 733 257.00 Per Annum (Level 11) 
(Ref: OTP 05/05/2019) 
CENTRE: Bhisho 
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: An NQF 7 qualification as recognised by SAQA in Public Administration/ Social Sciences or Humanities with a minimum 3 years’ experience as an Assistant Director with working knowledge and experience in Public Service Transformation, Knowledge Management; Service Delivery Implementation and Policy and Strategy Management. The candidate must have knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and prescripts that governs transformatory programme, service delivery improvement planning; innovation and knowledge management; policy development; and general resource management in the public sector; knowledge of legislation governing the public sector including but not limited to The Public Finance Management Act, Labour Relations Act; Skills Development Act, Promotion of Access to Information Act. Skills in Applied Strategic Thinking, Applying Technology, Budgeting and Financial Management, Communication and Information Management, Diversity Management, Managing Interpersonal Conflict and Resolving Problems, Planning and Organising & Project Management. 
 
KPA’s: Co-ordinate the implementation of transformation programmes: Develop transformational policies, programmes and strategies and monitor the implementation thereof; Advise internal units on the integration of transformation programmes within the department and branch operational plans. 
Develop and facilitate the implementation of service delivery improvement plans (sdip’s), service charters & standards: Develop and monitor the implementation of a service delivery improvement plan (SDIP’s) which is aligned to the strategic plan of the department; co-ordinate the development, monitoring and implementation of the Batho Pele Revitalisation Strategy in the department. 
Develop and implement innovation and knowledge management: Facilitate the development and monitor the implementation of the Knowledge Management strategy. 
Policy co-ordination: Develop and maintain protocols and guidelines for policy development; Establish and maintain a database of all departmental policies; Establish policy gaps and assist programmes in developing these policies. 
Resource Management: Manage the allocated resources of the sub-directorate in line with legislative and departmental policy directives and comply with corporate governance 
 
 
 
 
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: ICT INFRASTRUCTURE 
Salary Package: R 733 257.00 Per Annum (Level 11) 
(Ref: OTP 06/05/2019) 
CENTRE: Bhisho 
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: An NQF 7 in any IT related qualification as recognised by SAQA with minimum of three years’ experience at an Assistant Director level in an IT Technical/Systems Management role (i.e. deploying and maintaining servers and networks using tools like Microsoft System Center and managing IT network-management staff). 
Professional qualifications: Microsoft Certified Solution Expert (MCSE): Private Cloud. (Microsoft-accredited certificate only); CompTIA: Network+, Server+, Cloud+, Security+ (CompTIA-accredited certificate); ITIL Intermediate (ITIL-accredited certificate). 
 
SKILLS, ATTRIBUTES AND COMPETENCIES: Reading comprehension, Analytical/Critical thinking, Writing, Monitoring, Communication and Information Management, Continuous Improvement, Problem Solving, Confidentiality, Performance Driven, and Attention to detail. 
 
KPA’s: Implement and maintain ICT infrastructure operations: coordinate and execute the activities and operational procedures required to deliver internal and outsourced it services: Maintain and ensure operational procedures and operational tasks are achieved reliably and consistently. Manage the operation of outsourced IT services to maintain the protection of departmental information and reliability of service delivery. Monitor the IT infrastructure and related events. Store sufficient chronological information in operations logs to enable the reconstruction, review and examination of the time sequences of operations and the other activities surrounding or supporting operations. Maintain measures for protection against environmental factors. Install specialised equipment and devices to monitor and control the environment. Manage ICT facilities, including power and communications equipment, in line with laws and regulations, technical and business requirements, vendor specifications, and health and safety guidelines. 
Implement and maintain ICT continuity: establish and maintain a plan to enable the business and it to incidents and disruptions in order to continue operation of critical business processes: Develop and maintain an ICT Continuity policy, plan, and procedures based on the strategy that documents the procedures and information in readiness for use in an incident to enable the enterprise to continue its critical activities. Test the continuity arrangements on a regular basis to exercise the recovery plans against predetermined outcomes and to allow innovative solutions to be developed and help to verify over time that the plan will work as anticipated. Manage changes to the plan in accordance with the change control process to ensure that the continuity plan is kept up to date and continually reflects actual business requirements. Maintain availability of business-critical information. Assess the adequacy of the ICT Continuity policy, plan, and procedures following the successful resumption of business processes and services after a disruption. 
Implement and maintain ICT security services: protect department-wide information to maintain the level of information security risk acceptable to the enterprise in accordance with the security policy: Protect against malware – Implement and maintain preventive, detective and corrective measures in place (especially up-to-date security patches and virus control) across the enterprise to protect information systems and technology from malware (e.g., viruses, worms, spyware, spam). Manage network and connectivity security – use security measures and related management procedures to protect information over all methods of connectivity. Manage endpoint security – Ensure that endpoints (e.g., laptop, desktop, server, and other mobile and network devices or software) are secured at a level that is equal to or greater than the defined security requirements of the information processed, stored or transmitted. Manage user identity and logical access – Ensure that all users have information access rights in accordance with their business requirements and co-ordinate with business units that manage their own access rights within business processes. Monitor the infrastructure for security-related events – Using intrusion detection tools, monitor the infrastructure for unauthorised access and ensure that any events are integrated with general event monitoring and incident management.
 Manage area of responsibility: Review ICT Infrastructure performance make recommendations to improve the efficiency and effectiveness. Report on ICT Infrastructure information as required by internal and external stakeholders. Supervise and co-ordinate the effective and efficient running and management of the ICT Infrastructure. Ensure that performance agreements and development plans are developed and implemented for all staff in ICT Infrastructure within set timeframes. Ensure that staff performance is managed on a daily basis and that Performance Assessments of all employees in area of responsibility are done timeously and within agreed timeframes. Ensure that vacancies are filled timeously and that the Recruitment, Selection and Placement of staff is according to laid down policy and procedure. 
Ensure the implementation and management of risk, finance, and supply-chain management protocols and prescripts in area of responsibility: Ensure timely budgeting, monitoring, variance analysis and reporting. Ensure that Procurement Planning takes place, that specifications are developed timeously and that there is compliance with supply chain prescripts. Ensure the Unit’s assets are managed, maintained and kept safely. Weigh up financial implications of propositions and align expenditure to cash flow projections 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS 
Salary Package: R 470 040.00 Per Annum (Level 10) 
(Ref: OTP 07/05/2019) 
CENTRE: Bhisho 
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: An NQF level 7 Degree/ Advanced Diploma recognized by SAQA in International Relations/ Public Administration or Public Management with minimum of three years supervisory experience in Intergovernmental Relations, Policy Development and Coordination of Programmes. A valid driver’s license Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and prescripts that governs the Public Sector, Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, Intergovernmental Relations Framework Act, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, White Paper on Foreign Policy, Provincial International Relations and Cooperation Strategy and Promotion of Access to Information Act. Skills in Research, Administration, Problem Solving, Communication, Facilitation and knowledge of Intergovernmental relations, planning cycles within government and political dynamics and awareness, proficiency in Microsoft Office, good presentation & negotiating skills and report writing skills. 
 
KPA’s: assist and support the development, implementation and review of the Provincial International Relations & Cooperation (IRC) strategy & the IRC procedure manual: Coordinate sessions and interact with Provincial Departments, Municipalities and Public Entities for the development of the International Relations Strategy that is aligned to the provincial priorities contained in the Provincial Medium Term Strategic Framework (P-MTSF), Provincial Development Plan (PDP) and the Provincial Economic Development Strategy. Assist in coordinating the development and implementation of provincial International Relations Plans by departments, municipalities and public entities, to pursue priorities of government as informed by the International Relations Strategy. Support processes to facilitate the implementation of signed twinning arrangements, in collaboration with the OTP Planning Unit, Provincial departments and municipalities to contribute to social cohesion, reducing inequality, poverty, promoting job creation and people-to-people cooperation. Assist in the development, implementation and periodic review of the Provincial International Relations Procedure Manual, facilitate engagements with various departments and foreign diplomatic missions and support provincial institutions to pursue Provincial international priorities. Identify opportunities for capacity building and skills development on international relations, ODA flows to Provincial Departments and Municipalities to ensure these resources are geared towards effective implementation of the International Relations Strategy and harmonisation of provincial approach with national and international best practices. 
Manage the conclusion, processes and monitoring of twinning arrangements and the implementation of the IR strategy: Coordinate the convening of the Provincial International Relations Steering Committee and its sub committees, ensure a common approach to the implementation of the IR Strategy and twinning arrangements. Facilitate the signing, exchange of texts and certification of twinning arrangements concluded with international partners to advance provincial priorities. Support Provincial Departments, Public Entities and Municipalities in the implementation, monitoring and review of the Official Development Assistance (ODA) programmes to ensure optimal use of these resources to address provincial priorities. Assist in conducting an annual audit of international twinning arrangements concluded by provincial departments, municipalities and public entities to ensure compliance with national prescripts and alignment with provincial priorities. Convene sessions and facilitate sourcing of inputs of the Provincial Departments, municipalities and public entities to the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) processes and bilateral agreements signed with various countries to support the pursuit of provincial priorities. 
To support processes to ensure effective implementation of the generic management systems in the sub: directorate: Support the IR Sub-Directorate in the pursuit of its mandate, discharge responsibilities entrusted by the supervisors within agreed timeframes, fulfil the requirements of the PMDS, treasury instructions and the PFMA in the execution of duties. 
 
 

 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: PROCESS DESIGN AND PRODUCTIVITY IMPROVEMENT 
Salary Notch: R470 040.00 Per Annum (Level 10) 
(Ref: OTP 08/05/2019) 
CENTRE: Bhisho 
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: An NQF 7 qualification in Production/Operations Management/ Industrial Engineering, Mechanical / Business Administration / Quality Management or any related fields as recognized by SAQA with minimum of three (3) supervisory experience in an OD and Change management field. A valid driver’s license.
 
KPA’s: Assist in the provision of technical support to provincial departments with the development of service delivery improvement plans, standards and delivery charters: Assist in the facilitation and provision of hands-on support to the provincial departments on the selection of the appropriate key Services that are aligned to the Provincial Development Plan and Provincial Priorities for Improvement. Assist in capacitating the Provincial Departments on the development of service delivery improvement plans (Training Workshops, One on one engagements, and consultative sessions). Assist in capacitating Provincial Department in the implementation of the Service Delivery Improvement Plan to ensure alignment (Training Workshops, One on one engagements, consultative sessions). Support the validation of Service Delivery Improvement Plans to ensure compliance with the DPSA toolkit (One on one engagements). Support the monitoring and the implementation of the SDIP’s by the National Departments based in the province. Support the development of Service Standards and Service Delivery Charter at Local Government Sphere (Municipalities). Assist in the development of the Provincial Generic Service Standards. Assist in conducting audits to ensure publishing and display of the Service Delivery charters. 
Support the development and rollout of the public service operations management framework: Assist in the capacitation of the provincial departments on the implementation Public Service Operations Management Framework. Support the Provincial Departments in the development of Business Process Management and Standard Operating Procedure. Assist in capacitating Provincial Department in the implementation of the Standard Operating Procedures to ensure alignment (Training Workshops, One on one engagements, consultative sessions). Render support in the development and submission of the Service Delivery Improvement Programs implementation reports by departments to OTP. Assist in consolidating reports for onward submission to DPSA and DPME. Monitor the display of Service Standards, Service Delivery Charter by service delivery sites in support of Front Line Service Delivery Project for DPME. 
Assist in analyzing reports submitted by provincial departments: Coordinate reports from departments monthly, quarterly, half-yearly and annually. Analyze the reports to ensure the attainment of targets and recommend appropriate actions. Compile reports on the findings and recommend appropriate actions and provide feedback to departments. Arrange workshops to present reports to departments and stakeholders. Follow-up and ensure the implementation of amendments. 
Develop and interpret service delivery improvement related policies, toolkit and step by step (nationally and provincial): Assist in the customization of the guidelines developed by DPSA/DPME to suit the provincial level. Assist in the validation, standardization and implementation of the Service Delivery Improvement policies/toolkit and guidelines. Support the drafting of service delivery improvement policies, toolkits and guidelines. Assist in the design and implementation of productivity improvement programmes. 
Manage the allocated resources of the sub- directorate in line with legislative and departmental policy directives and comply with corporate governance and planning imperatives 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: PROVINCIAL SYSTEMS/ APPLICATIONS DEVELOPMENT (02 POSTS) 
Salary Notch: R470 040.00 Per Annum (Level 10) 
(Ref: OTP 09/05/2019) 
CENTRE: Bhisho 
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: An NQF Level 7 recognised by SAQA in degree in ICT (Informatics or Computer Science with programming/systems development specialisation) with minimum 3 years’ experience as Systems Developer. Knowledge of XML, AJAX, ASP.Net (C#) and SharePoint, knowledge of using Database (MySQL and Microsoft SQL), IT Risk management, ICT Governance frameworks and practices, ITIL and ISO standards.
 
KPA’S: Design, plan and develop web-based applications and system according to the user requirements specifications: Analyse user requirements specification for applications and systems development. Research and conduct Joint Application Design (JAD) sessions with Business / Systems Analysts. Write and validate code as per application/system requirements. Develop and execute unit testing strategy and processes. Develop and upgrade existing systems by analyzing and identifying areas for modifications. Integrate existing software products and get incompatible platforms to work together. Maintain the integrated IT software components systems once they are up and running. Deliver quality applications on-time and on-budget. Report on status of product quality to management, customer support and product teams via rigorous execution of detailed plans and accurate reporting of test cases executed, bugs discovered, bugs fixed, etc. 
Facilitate infrastructure requirements for developing applications and systems: Facilitate the establishment of infrastructure requirements for developed applications and systems (e.g. storage servers for testing and production environment). Establish, monitor and maintain the development platforms (e.g. Microsoft, Open Source, etc.). Maintain current technical knowledge to support rapidly changing technology. Coordinate software system installation and monitor equipment functioning to ensure specifications are met. Conduct benchmarks and provide management with advice. Work closely with System Administrators and Network Specialists to develop best technical design and approach for product development. 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS 
Salary Package: R376 596.00 Per Annum (Level 09) 
(Ref: OTP 10/05/2019) 
CENTRE: Bhisho 
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: An NQF 7 qualification in in Social Sciences or Public Administration as recognized by SAQA with minimum of three years supervisory experience in Intergovernmental Relations, Policy Development and Coordination of Programmes. Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and prescripts in cooperative governance, Policy analysis and development, and stakeholder relations and administrative knowledge. Skills in Research, Administration, Problem Solving, Communication, Facilitation and knowledge of Intergovernmental relations, planning cycles within government and political dynamics and awareness, proficiency in Microsoft Office, good presentation & negotiating skills and report writing skills. A valid driver’s license 
 
KPA’s: coordinate the implementation of strategies and policies to manage intergovernmental relations: Assist in facilitating the revision and implementation of Provincial Intergovernmental Relations Strategy, Policies and Programmes. Assist in facilitating the implementation of Intergovernmental Relations policies, standards and guidelines. Facilitate implementation of strategies related to the Sub Directorate in relation to District, Metropolitan and Local IGR coordination. Assist in Coordination of meetings, agenda and other logistics in support of the Premier’s Coordinating Forum (TPCF and PCF). Provide support in promotion of intergovernmental cooperation through IGR protocols to maximize linkage between all IGR Platforms (PCF, MUNIMEC, DMAFO, Local IGR forum and Ward Based Structures). Provide support in Coordination of inter-sphere and inter-sectoral intergovernmental cooperation to enhance Integrated Planning and Service Delivery. 
Coordinate and provide support to IGR structures: Assist and Facilitating submission of service delivery reports to enable oversight. Provide support in Coordination of regular monitoring, evaluation and reporting on the Provincial IGR agenda Escalations from MUNMEC and Local IGR Fora. Maintain and review the IGR structures database and participation with the province. Assist in Provision of required administrative support on all IGR Provincial platforms. Provide support in Facilitating training initiatives to IGR practitioners for specific IGR structures (sector departments and municipalities at all levels) to support war room functionality in all spheres of government. 
Provide support to intergovernmental service delivery initiatives: Provide support in Facilitation of the participation and contribution by national, provincial departments and state entities in local IDPs through effective ward-based planning Integrated Service Delivery Model (ISDM). Assist in the Coordination and organisation of the EXCO Outreach Programme in line with the revised Provincial IGR Strategy, to evaluate and provide oversight to service delivery initiatives. Assist in Coordinating District IGR Forum calendar and activities to ensure integrated planning between provincial departments, district and all local municipalities. 
Render administration support in the sub directorate: Provide support to ensure the effective and efficient running and management of the Intergovernmental Relations Sub Directorate. Assist in Compiling accurate and timeous reports for the Sub Directorate and ensure that activities and projects are in line with the budget. Track the expenditure patterns and with developing presentations to Senior Management meetings. 
Manage area of responsibility: Render support to ensure the effective and efficient running and management of the Intergovernmental Relations Sub Directorate. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: STAKEHOLDER RELATIONS MANAGEMENT & SPECIAL PROJECTS 
Salary Package: R376 596.00 Per Annum (Level 09) 
(Ref: OTP 11/05/2019) 
CENTRE: Bhisho 
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: An NQF 7 qualification in Production/Operations Management/ Industrial Engineering, Mechanical / Business Administration / Quality Management or any related fiels as recognized by SAQA with minimum of three (3) supervisory experience in an OD and Change management field. A valid driver’s license 
 
KPA’s: Assist in the provision of technical support to provincial departments with the development of service delivery improvement plans, standards and delivery charters: Assist in the facilitation and provision of hands-on support to the provincial departments on the selection of the appropriate key Services that are aligned to the Provincial Development Plan and Provincial Priorities for Improvement. Assist in capacitating the Provincial Departments on the development of service delivery improvement plans (Training Workshops, One on one engagements, and consultative sessions). Assist in capacitating Provincial Department in the implementation of the Service Delivery Improvement Plan to ensure alignment (Training Workshops, One on one engagements, consultative sessions). Support the validation of Service Delivery Improvement Plans to ensure compliance with the DPSA toolkit (One on one engagements). Support the monitoring and the implementation of the SDIP’s by the National Departments based in the province. Support the development of Service Standards and Service Delivery Charter at Local Government Sphere (Municipalities). Assist in the development of the Provincial Generic Service Standards. Assist in conducting audits to ensure publishing and display of the Service Delivery charters.
 Support the development and rollout of the public service operations management framework: Assist in the capacitation of the provincial departments on the implementation Public Service Operations Management Framework. Support the Provincial Departments in the development of Business Process Management and Standard Operating Procedure. Assist in capacitating Provincial Department in the implementation of the Standard Operating Procedures to ensure alignment (Training Workshops, One on one engagements, consultative sessions). Render support in the development and submission of the Service Delivery Improvement Programs implementation reports by departments to OTP. Assist in consolidating reports for onward submission to DPSA and DPME. Monitor the display of Service Standards, Service Delivery Charter by service delivery sites in support of Front Line Service Delivery Project for DPME. 
Assist in analyzing reports submitted by provincial departments: Coordinate reports from departments monthly, quarterly, half-yearly and annually. Analyze the reports to ensure the attainment of targets and recommend appropriate actions. Compile reports on the findings and recommend appropriate actions and provide feedback to departments. Arrange workshops to present reports to departments and stakeholders. Follow-up and ensure the implementation of amendments. 
Develop and interpret service delivery improvement related policies, toolkit and step by step (nationally and provincial): Assist in the customization of the guidelines developed by DPSA/DPME to suit the provincial level. Assist in the validation, standardization and implementation of the Service Delivery Improvement policies/toolkit and guidelines. Support the drafting of service delivery improvement policies, toolkits and guidelines. Assist in the design and implementation of productivity improvement programmes. 
Manage the allocated resources of the sub- directorate in line with legislative and departmental policy directives and comply with corporate governance and planning imperatives 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR ASSET AND FLEET MANAGEMENT 
Salary Notch: R 376 596.00 Per Annum (Level 9) 
(Ref: OTP 12/05/2019) 
CENTRE: Bhisho 
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: NQF 7 qualification in Transport or Logistics Management or Accounting as recognised by SAQA with minimum of 3 years’ supervisory experience within Asset & Logistics environment.

COMPETENCIES: Knowledge of Supply Chain Management, Treasury practice and instruction notes, Treasury Regulations, Public Service Act, 1994, Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, Public Finance Management Act, 1999 and National Transport Policy. Sound written, oral communication. Good planning and organising skills. Computer Literacy. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. A valid driver’s licence 
 
DUTIES:Manage departmental assets. Processing and maintenance of OTP pool vehicles. Maintain accurate financial reporting on assets and fleet. Manage daily employee performance and ensure timely Performance Assessments of all subordinates. Maintain high standards by ensuring that the team / section produces excellent work in terms of quality / quantity and timeliness. 
 
 

​SENIOR STATE ACCOUNTANT: FINANCIAL RECORDS AND ACCOUNTING 
Salary Package: R 316 791.00 Per Annum (Level 8) 
(Ref: OTP 13/04/2019) 
CENTRE: Bhisho 
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: NQF Level 6 in Financial Accounting/Financial Management or any related field with minimum of 3 years’ within financial management environment. Knowledge of PFMA, BAS, National Treasury Regulations, GRAP, Annual Financial Statements guidelines, National Treasury Practices notes. Computer literacy and document management. 
 
DUTIES: DUTIES: FACILITATE THE CLEARENCE OF SUSPENSE ACCOUNTS AND BANK EXCEPTIONS: Facilitate clearance of bank exception on monthly basis. Assist the clearance of suspense accounts. Compile post adjustment journals and daily journals. Check and report misallocations on suspense accounts. Assist preparation of bank reconciliation. 
ADMINISTER SAFEKEEPING OF FINANCIAL RECORDS: Record file debt take-on and journals. Verify journals to ensure that they are in order. Prepare monthly reconciliation of suspense accounts. Collate and collect the financial information from stakeholders. Prepare interim and annual financial statements working paper file. Supply of financial records required by Auditor-General, departmental staff and Internal Audit. 
COORDINATE GENERAL ADMINISTRATION IN THE UNIT: Confirm availability of operational tools and materials for officials to discharge duties accordingly. Coordinate team meetings monthly. Compile monthly report for attention of the unit director. Assist with compilation of employee claims of the unit (e.g. S&T, fuel) 
 
 
 
 
 
 
VETTING INSPECTOR (SECURITY VETTING INVESTIGATOR) 
Salary Package: R 257 508.00 Per Annum (Level 7) 
(Ref: OTP 14/05/2019) 
CENTRE: Bhisho 
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must be in possession of three year degree/National Diploma as recognised by SAQA in Security Management and Social Science or any related field. Successful completion of a three (3) to four (4) months Vetting Course as offered by SANDFA/SSA/SAPS; At least 3 years experience in conducting Top Secret vetting investigations; A valid driver’s license; A valid Top Secret clearance. Competencies: Planning and Communication skills; report writing skills, administrative skills, Good interpersonal skills, analytical skills, interview skills and presentation skills. 
 
KPA’s:Conduct security clearance investigations; Conduct personal interviews and interview references and write evaluation reports. Maintain the security clearance, data creating awareness on information security, Establish the integrity checking capacity; liaison within and outside the department; Verification of qualifications and employment. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
STATE LAW ADVISOR: LITIGATION – LP 8 
Salary Package: R 763 212.00 (OSD) 
(Ref: OTP 15/05/2019) 
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: LLB (or as otherwise determined by the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development) At least 5 years’ appropriate post qualification drafting/ litigation/ advisory experience. Admission as an Attorney or Advocate. An applicant must be able to understand public service prescripts and its applications, relevant legal prescripts to enable the management of litigation and arbitration processes. Conduct legal research on cases to obtain a desirable or justifiable outcome/result. 
 
KPA’s:Implement the provincial litigation management strategy: Promote a legally compliant environment in the Eastern Cape Province. Ensure compliance with the litigation management strategy by continuously advising departments herein accordingly. Attend quarterly provincial legal advisors’ forums. Facilitate State Attorney’s Liaison meeting with the various State Attorney Offices in the Province. Participate and facilitate Deputy Information Officers’ forum. Build legal capacity within OTP and the greater Eastern Cape Province: Conduct workshops on identified risk areas. Research source and author legal articles. Render support to Senior State Advisor by conducting research, and drafting new case law and legislation impacting on the public service. Provide litigation and approved interventions: Provide litigation by and against the provincial government. Investigate litigious matters and advise departments on the merits and further conduct of the matter. Advise on labour appeals, disciplinary charges and processes in general. Facilitate external arbitration processes that may include attendance of court proceedings. Maintain a register of all cases including contingent liabilities and agency fees. Report on progress of all legal matters to the Head of Department. Provide advice and legal opinions on legal matters: Research relevant legal prescriptions and case law in order to provide sound opinions. Collect and monitor compliance with court orders: Obtain court orders from various high courts in the Province and collate same for receipt by relevant departments. Conduct follow-ups with departments to ensure compliance with court orders, thereby preventing contempt of court proceedings against departments 
 
 
 
 
 
 
STATE LAW ADVISOR: LEGISLATION – LP 8 
Salary Package: R 763 212.00 (OSD) 
(Ref: OTP 16/05/2019) 
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: LLB (or as otherwise determined by the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development) At least 5 years’ appropriate post qualification drafting/ litigation/ advisory experience. Admission as an Attorney or Advocate. A candidate must be able to: Conduct legal research that will provide information and case law relevant to the legal matter at hand and present motivation / proposals on how the specific case should be approached to obtain a desirable / justifiable outcome/ result. Draft legal documents that provide clear motivation/ justification for a particular position. Anayse legislation and make proposals thereon. Understand public service prescripts. Manage disciplinary processes 
 
KPA’s:Assist with the reviewing of existing legislation: Conduct the desktop analysis of relevant legislation. Research Constitutional Court judgements which have an impact on legislation. Conduct research on legislation to ensure that provincial legislation is aligned with concurrent national legislation and complies with the Constitution. Support departments in the development of white papers: Scrutinize proposed white papers to assess legality and constitutionality thereof. Support departments in drafting of legislation: Conduct research based on instructions received. Draft legislation (primary and subordinate) for departments. Analyze draft Bill together with a client departments. Supporting the legislature in public hearings on a Bill. Scrutinize draft regulations from departments. Assist with providing legal advice: Conduct legal research ongoing to assist with legal advice. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR STATE LAW ADVISOR – LP 9 
Salary Package: R 983,019.00 
(Ref: OTP 17/05/2019) 
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: LLB (or as otherwise determined by the Minister of Justice and constitutional Development), A minimum 8 years’ appropriate post qualification legal advisory / legal drafting experience. Admission as an Attorney or Advocate. 
 
Skills and Competencies: Legal research and drafting. Legislative drafting. Strategic capability and leadership. Advocacy and communication (written and verbal). Problem solving and decision making. Computer literacy. Planning and organising. Analytical reporting and report writing. Information and knowledge management. Financial management. Programme and project management. Change management. 
 
KPA’s: Review existing legislation: Research Constitutional Court judgements which have an impact on legislation. Analysis of legislation to determine its relevance. Conduct research on legislation to ensure that provincial legislation is aligned with concurrent national legislation and complies with the Constitution. Make recommendations to either repeal or amend the legislation based on the analysis done. 
Support departments in the development of white papers: Scrutinize proposed white papers to assess legality and constitutionality thereof.
Support departments in drafting of legislation: Conduct research based on instructions received. Draft legislation (primary and subordinate) for provincial departments. Provide input on draft Bills. Support client departments in consultations on proposed Bills. Support client departments through the Executive Council processes for approval of Bills. Assist with translation of Bills. Prepare the necessary documents for the submission of Bills in the legislature. Assist with the preparation for portfolio committee meetings. Support the legislature in public hearings on Bills. Scrutinise draft regulations from departments. 
Provide legal advice: Conduct legal research. Prepare legal opinions on legal question asked. Manage Area of Responsibility, assist with the implementation and management of risk, finance and supply-chain management protocols and prescripts in area of responsibility. 
 

 
Applications can be forwarded through one of the following options: 
Hand Delivery: Room 2013, Second Floor, Office of the Premier Building, Independence Avenue, Bhisho. 
Post to: The Recruitment Centre, Office of the Premier, Private Bag X0047, Bhisho, 5605. 
Enquiries:Ms. N. Xesha / Mr. Booysen @ (040) 609 6248 /6290.
 
 
NOTE FOR ALL 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. 

 
Closing Date: 07 JUNE 2019 @15H00 
 
APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER CLOSING DATE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. NO FAXED APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.