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EASTERN CAPE OFFICE OF THE PREMIER VACANCIES
EASTERN CAPE OFFICE OF THE PREMIER
APPLICATIONS : Applications must be submitted via one of the following options: eRecruitment system which is accessible at https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za/ OR email to HODrecruitment@otp.ecprov.gov.za and quote the reference number and the post name in the subject of the email. To report technical glitches, for assistance regarding the system, and/or for activation of your profile, Password issues, email address issues, send an email with your ID Number, your profile email address, details of the issue to: nolungalungisa.nelani@ecotp.gov.za (NB: For Technical Support only – Not CVs). Technical support is limited to working hours: (08:00-16:30 Mon-Thursday and 08:00-16:00 on Fri). Should you submit your applications/CVs to: nolungalungisa.nelani@ecotp.gov.za and not as specified – your application will be regarded as lost and will not be considered.
CLOSING DATE : 04 August 2023 at 16:00, and at 23:59 via the e-Recruitment System. Applications received after closing date will not be considered. No faxed applications will be accepted.
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on a duly completed Z83 (effective from 01 January 2021) form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. Applicants are not required to submit any 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 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. 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 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 a pre-entry Certificate (Nyukela) prior to appointment 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. (SMS pre-entry certificate is not requirement for shortlisting is submitted prior to appointment). 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 are urged to use the e-recruitment system.
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on a duly completed Z83 (effective from 01 January 2021) form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. Applicants are not required to submit any 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 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. 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 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 a pre-entry Certificate (Nyukela) prior to appointment 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. (SMS pre-entry certificate is not requirement for shortlisting is submitted prior to appointment). 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 are urged to use the e-recruitment system.
MANAGEMENT ECHELON
HEAD OF DEPARTMENT: DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION REF NO: ECDOE001/07/2023
(Five Year Performance Based Contract)
SALARY : R2 158 533 - R2 428 830 per annum (Level 16), (an all-inclusive remuneration) which may be structured in terms of applicable rules and guidelines, plus a non-pensionable HoD allowance equal to 10% of the package.
CENTRE : Head Office: Zwelitsha
REQUIREMENTS : A Senior Certificate, an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) and a postgraduate (NQF level 8) qualification as recognized by SAQA. Must have 8 to 10 years’ experience at senior management level, of which 3 years must have been at Executive Management level and 3 years must have been with any organ of state as defined in the Constitution, Act 108 of 1996. Qualifications and experience related to the Education sector will be advantageous. The suitable candidate will also be visionary, stable, innovative, excellence - oriented and a developmental administrator whose predisposition is to serve the poorest of the poor with distinction and empathy. Pre-entry Certificate for Senior Management Services is a requirement for appointment in the post. Competencies: Strategic Capability and Leadership, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management, Change Management, People Management and Empowerment and Empowerment, Service Delivery Innovation, Knowledge of Public Service legislation and prescripts. Advanced knowledge of the prescripts such as the Public Service Finance Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations, SCM Policy Framework, Public Service Act and Regulations.
DUTIES : Manage departmental operations and support functions. Align planning to the national and provincial planning framework. Ensure the implementation of national and provincial policies, legislation and education priorities. Promoting a culture of education and facilitating delivery of quality teaching and learning. Facilitating the setting up of mechanisms for strengthening the department and building the skills and human resources base of the Eastern Cape. Ensuring the efficient utilisation and management of education resources, the promotion of investment in education and the strategic deployment of the human and financial resources at its disposal. Facilitating the realignment and streamlining of the Department to increase its efficiency and effectiveness. Ensuring the implementation of the National Curriculum Statement and Early Childhood Development. Implement good governance systems and the compliance-monitoring framework, including sound financial management, risk assurance management services, customer and stakeholder participation in health planning and sound environmental practices. Ensuring cooperation and collaboration with relevant institutions, such as parliamentary committees, provincial and national inter-and intra-governmental structures and external stakeholders.
ENQUIRIES : Ms N. Ntantiso at 072 346 8577 / Z Mapipa at 060 872 9662 / N Mgadle at 073 617 1567
e-Recruitment Enquiries: nolungalungisa.nelani@ecotp.gov.za