EASTERN CAPE OFFICE OF THE PREMIER VACANCIES

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NOTE : Applications must be submitted on a duly complete New Z83 form (effective 01 January 2021) obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. Applicants are not required to submit 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 day of the interview: should you be in possession of a foreign qualification; it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) when submitted (only when shortlisted). Failure to submit all the requested documents will disqualify your 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 EC DoE 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. For SMS (Senior Management Service) Posts: In terms of DPSA Directive on compulsory capacity development, mandatory training, and minimum entry requirements for members of the Senior Management Level for SMS appointments, it is a requirement for applicants to produce or attach a pre-entry Certificate (Nyukela) as offered by the National School of Government (NSG) for entry into the SMS posts and the full details can be sourced by following the link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme. Successful candidates will be appointed on a probation period of 12/24 months. The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. Applicants: Applications received after closing date will not be considered. No faxed applications will be accepted, No hand delivered applications will be allowed.

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MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
DIRECTOR: ECONOMY, TRADE AND INVESTMENT REF NO: OTP 01/02/2022
(Re-advertisement – those applied previously are encouraged to re-apply)
SALARY : R1 105 383 per annum (Level 13)
CENTRE : Head Office: Bhisho
 
REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate: B-Degree or B-Tech (NQF Level 7 recognised by SAQA undergraduate in Economics / Development Economics/ Finance / Business Admin or related field. An additional post graduate qualification Public Management / Public Management will be an added advantage. 5 years’ experience in Middle Management Services in the development planning, policy development and research environment. A valid driver’s licence, Code EB. Pre-Entry certificate for the Senior Management Services (SMS) is compulsory. Sound insight into the South African and global economy. In depth understanding of legislative framework that governs the Public Service, Sound knowledge of Public Finance Management Act, Government planning framework, Sound knowledge and understanding of the Government Planning cycle (MTEF and Strategic Planning), Reporting, Monitoring and Evaluation, Governance, Innovation and Knowledge Management, Advanced knowledge of strategy development, strategy management and strategy monitoring and review processes, Advanced knowledge of policy analysis, policy development and policy implementation and review processes, Advanced knowledge of modern systems of governance and administration, Advanced knowledge of public communication, public education, public engagement and discourse management processes, Knowledge of the latest advances in public management theory and practice, Knowledge of the policies of the government of the day, Knowledge of global, regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Eastern Cape, Knowledge of Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South Africa public sector, Knowledge of inter-governmental and international relations, Knowledge of communication, media management, public relations, public participation and public education.
Key Competencies: -Strategic Capability and Leadership, Programme and Project Management, Budget and Financial Management, Change Management, Knowledge Management. Project Management, Information Management, Service Delivery Innovation, Problem Solving and Analysis, People Management and Empowerment, Client Orientation and Customer Focus, Communication (verbal & written), Computer Literacy, Extensive strategic planning, Programme management, financial management skills. Practical experience in the development of policies and high-level policy implementation skills. Insight into the South African and global economy Public Administration /Management or Development Studies or any relevant degree in Social Sciences/Humanities/ Economics/ Development Economics).
 
DUTIES : Render strategic policy advisory services on economic development, trade and investment in the province: Co-ordinate and support all relevant Institutions in the Province on economic development, trade and investment. Provide strategic advice on all matters pertaining to economy, trade and investment in the province and for the benefit of the Province. Facilitate the positioning of the Eastern Cape as an investment destination and promote collaborations that will foster international trade partnerships with the Province. Co-ordinate advocacy on trade and investment in the Province: in collaboration with relevant partners, facilitate establishment of platforms for comprehensive briefings to South African Heads of Diplomatic Missions and Trade Attachés on the strengths of the Eastern Cape as a destination for FDI, tourism and export opportunities prior to their departure for posting abroad. Facilitate capacity building international trade and investment for all Provincial Government institutions to promote conducive trade and investment environment across the province. Facilitate establishment of relations with Trade/Investment Attachés of all major economic hubs that are prioritised in the Provincial International Relations and Cooperation Strategy. Identify opportunities for the Eastern Cape to receive exposure in influential international publications and audiences. Ensure strategic positioning of the Eastern Cape in DIRCO, DTIC, Brand SA and other relevant institutions to ensure that the Eastern Cape participates in outward trade and investment missions and further hosts inward trade, investment, and tourism missions/exhibitions. Ensure the provision of economic development policy analysis and research support to Economic Advisors in the Province: Create a repository of accurate, reliable socio-economic data on investment opportunities, incentives and regulatory framework which could be customised into a pitch for responding to investor enquiries. Facilitate capacity building programmes and support to +departments, district municipalities, metros and public entities on economic development, trade and investment policy development processes. Co-ordinate relevant role players, economic sector advisory councils and working groups. Establish economic advisory councils and working groups. Revise and reconstruct the economic development councils and propose revised structure and terms of reference. Develop an annual calendar of meetings and events. Provide secretariat support to the platforms. Facilitate development and implementation of an annual calendar of international investment, trade and tourism events at which the Eastern Cape will showcase its comparative and competitive advantages and its cultural heritage as a vehicle for building its brand abroad. Foster and manage collaboration with relevant role players including DEDEAT, ECDC, ELIDZ, COEGA IDZ, the ECPTA, metropolitan and district municipalities, etc, in ensuring mainstreaming of trade and investment in all twinning arrangements with international partners. Facilitate development and implementation of an annual calendar of international investment, trade and tourism events at which the Eastern Cape will showcase its comparative and competitive advantages and its cultural heritage as a vehicle for building its brand abroad. Track and monitor implementation of the Provincial economic development priorities and flagship projects. Conduct an analysis and validation of Economic Development Flagship projects. Assess and develop status progress reports on the implementation of the Economic Development Flagship projects. Present the Economic Development Flagship projects to decision making platforms. Monitor implementation of resolutions of economic advisory structures and platforms. Manage the allocated resources of the directorate in line with legislative and 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.
 
ENQUIRIES : can be directed to: Ms. N. Mafu at 082 562 2347/ Mr N. Mhlawuli at 076 783 6993/Ms Nomthandazo Xesha at 060 584 4059.