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 therefore 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. 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. Employment equity 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. 
 
 

MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
DIRECTOR: INTEGRATED STRATEGY & PLANNING (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CLUSTER) REF NO: OTP 01/12/2022 
SALARY : R1 105 383 per annum (Level 13) 
CENTRE : Head Office: Bhisho 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Matric with an NQF Level 7 qualification recognised by SAQA or Degree in Economics /Development Economics/ Development Studies. An additional qualification in Public Administration/ Public Management will be an added advantage. Minimum 5 years’ experience at Deputy Director Level in the strategy and development planning environment in the public service. Knowledge Required: Good knowledge of public service legislations, Planning Frameworks, Monitoring and Evaluation, National Development Plan, Eastern Cape Provincial Development Plan, Government Clusters, Provincial Medium Term Strategic Framework Government planning cycle & Programme of action (POA). Key Competencies: Strategic Capability and Leadership, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management, Change Management, Knowledge Management, Service Delivery Innovation. Client Orientation and customer focus. Knowledge of Public Service Regulations, South Africa Constitution, Monitoring and reporting, Skills: Report writing, Communication, Interpersonal relations, Planning & organizing, Presentation, Problem solving, Computer and Decision-making skills. A valid driver’s license, Code EB. Pre- Entry certificate for the Senior Management Services (SMS) is compulsory. 
 
DUTIES : Manage the development of integrated provincial medium term strategic plans and guide the implementation thereof: Manage the development and review of the Provincial Medium Term Strategic Framework and the Programme of Action to strengthen integrated planning. Support the implementation of the POA through the Cluster system. Facilitate and coordinate planning activities to ensure coherence between sectoral strategic plans, policies and sectoral service delivery programmes across the province through the cluster system. Manage the development of integrated provincial planning frameworks and support departments, district municipalities and metros with the implementation thereof. Manage the institutionalization of provincial infrastructure macro planning and the adequate resourcing thereof so as to drive the implementation of the 10 year Infrastructure Plan. Provide content support in the development of annual performance plans: Guide departments in the development of short term provincial strategic and sectoral plans i.e. 5 year Strategic Plans and Annual Performance Plans (APPs) so as to ensure alignment to provincial priorities and conformance to planning frameworks. Support the provincial departments in the development of their APPs to ensure alignment with the POA. Manage the quality assurance and analysis of provincial plans and APP’S, in collaboration with Provincial Treasury, to ensure alignment with government priorities and sectoral plans. Facilitate the improvement of APPs with Provincial Departments and other decision making platforms. Manage the convening and the functionality of the planning community of practice and seminars for sharing of best practices and capacity building. Develop the policy content for the MEC’s Service Delivery Agreement (SDA). Manage the collaboration amongst different spheres of government and non-government actors in the development of District Development Model One Plans and Integrated Development Plans to promote integration and alignment to PMTSF/: Facilitate and support the development of DDM One Plans and IDPs to ensure alignment with the PMTSF/POA. Manage the quality assurance and analysis of DDM One Plans and IDPs, in collaboration with COGTA to ensure alignment with government priorities. Support the improvement of IDP’s with District Municipalities and Metros in decision making platforms. Manage the allocated resources of the directorate in line with legislative and departmental policy directives and comply with corporate governance and planning imperatives and departmental policy directives and comply with corporate governance and planning imperatives.
 
ENQUIRIES : can be directed to: Mr N. Mhlawuli at Tel No: 076 783 6993/Ms Nomthandazo Xesha at 060 584 4059 
For e-Recruitment enquiries send eMail to: recruitment@ecotp.gov.za


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OTHER POSTS
 
 
PROJECT MANAGER: STRATEGIC HRM REF NO: OTP 02/12/2022 
(Fixed Term Contract of 12 Months) 
Purpose: To manage the contracts with OTP respective donor partners, especially the National Skills Fund, PSETA and merSETA amongst others. 
SALARY : R766 584 per annum (Level 11) 
CENTRE : Head Office: Bhisho 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Matric with an NQF Level 7 Degree/Advanced Diploma as recognised by SAQA in Human Resource Development, Public Management, Development Studies or Project Management. Minimum of three (3) - five (5) years working experience in the Project Management field and Skills Development terrain of which three years must be at an Assistant Director level. Knowledge Required: 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, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Skills Development Act and Levies Act, Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations. A valid driver’s license. Computer literate and have knowledge of working on skills development systems. 
 
DUTIES : Support the Strategic Skill Team with expertise in Skills Project implementation, especially the Manufacturing sector. 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 : can be directed to: Mr N. Mhlawuli at Tel No: 076 783 6993/Ms Nomthandazo Xesha at 060 584 4059 
For e-Recruitment enquiries send eMail to: recruitment@ecotp.gov.za  
 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: OD & CHANGE MANAGEMENT REF NO: OTP 03/12/2022 
SALARY : R393 711 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : (Bhisho) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A National Senior Certificate, an NQF 7 (Advanced Diploma/Degree) as recognised by SAQA in Industrial Engineering / Operations management / Management Services / Industrial Psychology. Job Evaluation Certificate. Minimum 3 years’ experience in the field of OD, JE and Change Management environment. Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and prescripts that governs OD & JE in the Public Sector, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations Act, South Africa Constitution, Job Evaluation Systems (EVALUATE). Skills required: Applied Strategic Thinking, Applying Technology, Budgeting and Financial Management, Communication and Information Management, Continuous Improvement, Diversity Management, Managing Interpersonal Conflict and Resolving Problems, Networking and Building Bonds, Planning and Organising & Project Management. 
 
DUTIES : Coordinate the review and redesign of departmental organisational structure: Facilitate the processes in conducting a diagnosis analysis and compile diagnostic report. Develop and maintain functional structure. Consult proposed functional structure with internal and external stakeholders in the department. Develop organizational structure. Compile OD report. Implement and maintain post establishment. Coordinate the implementation change management: Coordinate and facilitate the implementation of Change management policies and strategies. Coordinate the design of programmes to influence change in organisational behaviour. Coordinate and monitor the implementation of transformation programmes. Conduct business processes mapping and develop standard operating procedures for the department: Identify and prioritise processes to be mapped. Conduct business process modelling. Conduct business process analysis. Conduct process improvement. Develop Standards Operating Procedures for the department. Facilitate the development of job description for the department: Review Job Descriptions and ensure alignment to the approved organizational structure. Render guidance / assistance to all stakeholders on the development of Job Descriptions. Conduct workshops on development and reviewal of Job Descriptions. Ensure job description database is developed. Maintain the job description database and keep it up to date. Co-ordinate and ensure implementation of job evalution: Identify all positions that are due for a job evaluation process. Conduct job analysis and the capture data in the system. Present evaluated positions to relevant je structures. Draft report requesting approval of JE results and implementation of results. Capture je results in the system (PERSAL). Assist in the reviewal of departmental job evaluation (JE) policy. Conduct workshop on changes with regards to job evaluation process. 
 
ENQUIRIES : can be directed to: Mr N. Mhlawuli at 076 783 6993/Ms Nomthandazo Xesha at 060 584 4059. 
For e-Recruitment enquiries send eMail to: recruitment@ecotp.gov.za

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