EASTERN CAPE OFFICE OF THE PREMIER VACANCIES

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NOTE : Applications Received After Closing Date Will Not Be Considered. No Faxed / No Emailed/ Applications Will Be Accepted Applications must be submitted on a duly complete New Z83 form (effective from 01 January 2021) obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents, e-Recruitment System automatically generates Z83 immediately you apply. 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 have obtained 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. (the SMS pre-entry certificate is not a requirement for shortlisting; is submitted prior to appointment). 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 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. Under My Job Applications, the system Z83 does not reflect work experience, and qualifications, however, every detail of your information does reflect to the Recruitment team. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, and other relevant documents to HR on or before the interview date. Applicants with foreign qualifications would be required to submit an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) on or before the day of the interview. Failure to submit all the requested documents will disqualify the application. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within six (6) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Selected candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record check, citizenship verification, financial/asset record check, qualification/study verification and previous employment verification). Successful candidates will also be subjected to security clearance processes. Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge test. The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. Successful candidates will be appointed on a probation period of twelve 12/24 months. Misrepresentation in the application documents will result in automatic disqualification and disciplinary action in the event the candidate has already been appointed. It is the department’s objective to address the Employment Equity Affirmative Action Measures in line with the Employment Equity Plan and to achieve equitable representation across race and gender. In filling of these posts gender equity and people living with disability will be highly considered to adhere to the EE targets of the department. 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). 
 
 

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MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
HEAD OF DEPARTMENT: COMMUNITY SAFETY REF NO: OTP-DOCS01/09/2024 
(Five-Year Performance Based Contract) 
SALARY : R1 741 770 – R1 962 090 per annum (Level 15), (an all-inclusive remuneration package) which may be structured in terms of applicable rules and guidelines, plus a non-pensionable HoD allowance equal to 10% of the package. 
CENTRE : Bhisho
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate qualification at NQF level 8 as recognised by SAQA, preferably in Management Sciences or Safety and Security. Ten (10) years’ relevant experience at senior management level preferably 3 years within the safety and security environment/field. Professional registration with a relevant institution as well as experience within the safety and security sector would be added advantages. The suitable candidate will be visionary, stable, innovative, and excellence-oriented and a developmental administrator whose predisposition is to serve the poorest of the poor with distinction and empathy and to lead the department on a path of sustained continuous improvement. Competencies: Strategic Capability and Leadership; Programme and Project Management; Financial management; Change Management; People Management and Empowerment; Service Delivery Innovation; Knowledge Management; Problem Solving and Analysis; Client Orientation and Customer Focus; Communication. Knowledge of Public Service legislation and prescripts. Advanced knowledge of the prescripts such as the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations, SCM Policy Framework, Public Service Act and Regulations. 
 
DUTIES : The successful candidate shall be the Head of Department and Accounting Officer of the Department of Safety and Liaison and be responsible for managing and giving strategic direction in the following matters: Strategic leadership, planning and management of departmental operations. Ensuring integrated intra and inter-departmental / sphere planning, collaboration and delivery of Safety and Security programmes and services, including Community Safety. Manage and coordinate the community safety mandate of the department on a provincial and district level. Provide Civilian Oversight to implement programmes outlined in the Provincial Crime Prevention Strategy (PCPS) through collaboration with all spheres of government and civil society. Provide Social Crime Prevention services. Aligning departmental planning to the national and provincial priorities, including but not limited to the National Development Plan and Provincial Strategic Framework. Ensuring integrated intra and interdepartmental planning, collaboration and delivery of programmes and services pertaining to Safety and Liaison. Ensuring the creation of an enabling environment for effective service delivery through the mobilisation and utilisation of internal and external resources. Implementing good governance systems and compliance monitoring frameworks including the effective and efficient management of finances, risk assurance management services, customer and stakeholder participation in planning, service delivery and decision-making. Ensure cooperation and collaboration with relevant institutions like parliamentary committees, provincial and national inter and intra-governmental structures and external stakeholders. Efficiently managing corporate services in the department. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Can be directed to Ms N. Ntantiso at 072 346 8577 / Mrs Z Mapipa at 060 872 9662. 
: For e-Recruitment, send email to: HODrecruitment@ecprov.gov.za (Females and disabled persons are encouraged to apply).

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OTHER POSTS
 
 
PROJECT MANAGER: STRATEGIC SKILLS DEVELOPMENT REF NO: OTP 01/09/2024 
Re-Advertisement: Previously applied candidates may re-apply 
(Fixed Term Contract of 12 Months) 
SALARY : R849 702 - R1 000 908 per annum (Level 11), all-inclusive package 
CENTRE : Bisho 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Matric with an NQF Level 6/7 Degree/National Diploma as recognised by SAQA in Human Resource Development, Public Administration/Management, Development Studies or Project Management. Minimum of three - five (5) years in the Project Management Field and the Skills Development terrain of which three (03) years must be at an Assistant Director level in the related field. A valid driver’s license HRD Technical Knowledge and Skills re Learnerships/ Apprenticeship/Skills Programmes; Sound knowledge of government policies and legislative framework of HRD, Knowledge of the theory and practice of HRD, QCTO, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Skills Development Act and Levies Act, Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations. Computer literate and have knowledge of working on skills development systems. 
 
DUTIES : Support the Strategic Skill Team with expertise in Skills Project implementation of donor funded projects. Identify opportunities and take action to build strategic relationships to help achieve L&D objectives. Maintain and manage stakeholder relations. Build professional relationship through engagement and regular communication and feedback with strategic partners. Analysing the SETA sector skills plan to ensure alignment to L&D strategic programmes. Contribute to the learning and development operations plan. Develop a skills Development monitoring, evaluate and reporting framework to measure effective implementation principles. Have experience in the implementation of Learnerships and Apprenticeships. Have experience in liaising with a variety of Private Employers for the implementation of the above skills interventions. Understand and have experience in quality assurance of the above interventions. Monitor the progress of learners on Apprenticeships/Learnerships and Skills Programmes. Managed the contracts of appointed service providers. Prepare funder reports on a quarterly basis on the progress of projects. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr N. Mhlawuli at 076 783 6993/ Ms Nomthandazo Xesha at 060 584 4059/ Ms. N. Nxoko at 083 653 2050/ Ms A.Mpuhlu at 060 472 9836. 
: For eRecruitment enquiries email: recruitment@ecotp.gov.za
 
 
 
 
 
 
ACCOUNT CLERK: CREDITORS PAYMENT & RECONCILIATION REF NO: OTP 02/09/2024 
SALARY : R216 417 – R254 928 per annum (Level 05) 
CENTRE : Bhisho
 
REQUIREMENTS : National Senior certificate with no experience. Experience in Finance /SCM environment with post qualification (NQF 6) in Commerce/Financial Management or Accounting will be added advantage. Competencies and capabilities: Knowledge of PFMA, Treasury Regulations & Financial Manual Knowledge of MS EXCEL, BAS, LOGIS. Written communication skills, Numerical/financial skills, problem solving skills & creativity. 
 
DUTIES : Render assistance in the establishment and implementation of governance systems: Receive invoices from suppliers and end-users and record on the Invoice receiving register. Verify the accuracy of invoice and match with the Purchase Order to detect errors, and fraud. Request Purchase Orders for all invoices from SCM, Prepare Submit invoices to Creditors Reconciliation Unit for verification. Liaise with SCM regarding invoices received with no Purchase Orders and Internal & External Clients. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr N. Mhlawuli at 076 783 6993/ Ms Nomthandazo Xesha at 060 584 4059/ Ms. N. Nxoko at 083 653 2050/ Ms A. Mpuhlu at 060 472 9836. 
: For eRecruitment enquiries email: recruitment@ecotp.gov.za
 
NOTE : Youth and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.