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FREE STATE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND INFRASTRUCTURE
FREE STATE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND INFRASTRUCTURE
Free State Provincial Government is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representativity (race, gender and disability) in the Province through the filling of these posts and candidates whose appointment/promotion/transfer will promote representativity will receive preference.
APPLICATIONS : Head: Public Works, Human Resources Management Directorate. P.O Box 7551, Bloemfontein 9300 OR Applications that are hand delivered must be brought at the Foyer of OR Tambo House where they must be placed in the appropriately marked box at: Security Ground Floor, OR Tambo House, St. Andrews Street, Bloemfontein. No applications will be accepted by staff in offices in the building.
CLOSING DATE : 28 May 2021
NOTE : Directions to applicants: Applications must be submitted on form Z.83, obtainable from any Public Service Department and must be accompanied by certified copies of qualifications (a transcript of results must be attached), driver's license, identity document and a C.V. (Separate application for every vacancy). Applications received after the closing date and those that do not comply with these instructions will not be considered. The onus is on the applicants to ensure that their applications are posted or hand delivered timeously. Candidates who possess foreign qualifications and/or short courses certificates must take it upon themselves to have their qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA), and must please attach proof of the level of their qualifications after evaluation. No e-mailed or faxed applications will be considered. Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification of appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful.
MANAGEMENT ECHELON
DEPUTY DIRECTOR-GENERAL REF NO: PWI 21/9 (X1 POST)
Directorate: EPWP, Works and Immovable Asset Management
SALARY : R1 521 591 per annum (Level 15), (An all-inclusive package). The remuneration package consists of a basic salary (70%), the Employer contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and flexible portion, which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion and which may include a 13th cheque, motor allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance.
CENTRE : Bloemfontein
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate post-graduate qualification (NQF level 8) as recognized by SAQA with proven managerial experience. 8-10 years of experience at a senior managerial level. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Driver license (code 8); Appointment is subject to the following: Performance Agreement, Vetting, SMS Contract, Competency Assessment, and Financial Disclosure. Furthermore the recommended candidate will be required to produce his/her SMS Pre-entry certificate as offered by the National School of Government (NSG) prior to the appointment being made. NB: Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistic of which will be communicated. Management Competencies: Proven leadership, strategic planning and management skills and experience. Sound financial planning and management skills. Working knowledge of micro and macro management environment. Project management skills. Advanced skills in writing, communication, facilitation, co-ordination and presentation.
DUTIES : Provision of strategic direction and management in the development of capital works infrastructure and maintenance of provincial government building projects. Provision of strategic direction to the expanded public works programmes to facilitate poverty eradication and job creation. Monitoring and evaluating the implementation of strategic and operational plans and other policy interventions in the branch. Monitoring and attainability and sustainability of performance standards as reflected in the departmental strategic thrusts applicable to the branch. Provision of strategic direction on the utilization and development of the branch’s human capital. Liaising on strategic level on issues of public works, property management, expanded public works programmes, and security matters. Ensuring that financial resources and designated funds from client departments are managed optimally. Overseeing the management of financial, human and other resources in the branch.
ENQUIRIES : Mr ME Mohlahlo, Head of Department Tel No: 051 492 3766
MANAGEMENT ECHELON
DEPUTY DIRECTOR-GENERAL REF NO: PWI 21/9 (X1 POST)
Directorate: EPWP, Works and Immovable Asset Management
SALARY : R1 521 591 per annum (Level 15), (An all-inclusive package). The remuneration package consists of a basic salary (70%), the Employer contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and flexible portion, which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion and which may include a 13th cheque, motor allowance, home owner’s allowance and medical aid assistance.
CENTRE : Bloemfontein
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate post-graduate qualification (NQF level 8) as recognized by SAQA with proven managerial experience. 8-10 years of experience at a senior managerial level. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Driver license (code 8); Appointment is subject to the following: Performance Agreement, Vetting, SMS Contract, Competency Assessment, and Financial Disclosure. Furthermore the recommended candidate will be required to produce his/her SMS Pre-entry certificate as offered by the National School of Government (NSG) prior to the appointment being made. NB: Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistic of which will be communicated. Management Competencies: Proven leadership, strategic planning and management skills and experience. Sound financial planning and management skills. Working knowledge of micro and macro management environment. Project management skills. Advanced skills in writing, communication, facilitation, co-ordination and presentation.
DUTIES : Provision of strategic direction and management in the development of capital works infrastructure and maintenance of provincial government building projects. Provision of strategic direction to the expanded public works programmes to facilitate poverty eradication and job creation. Monitoring and evaluating the implementation of strategic and operational plans and other policy interventions in the branch. Monitoring and attainability and sustainability of performance standards as reflected in the departmental strategic thrusts applicable to the branch. Provision of strategic direction on the utilization and development of the branch’s human capital. Liaising on strategic level on issues of public works, property management, expanded public works programmes, and security matters. Ensuring that financial resources and designated funds from client departments are managed optimally. Overseeing the management of financial, human and other resources in the branch.
ENQUIRIES : Mr ME Mohlahlo, Head of Department Tel No: 051 492 3766
OTHER POSTS
WEB DEVELOPER REF NO: PWI 21/10 (X1 POST)
Directorate: Information and Communication Technology
SALARY : R257 508 per annum (Level 07)
CENTRE : Bloemfontein
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate three year degree/diploma in IT or Computer Science or equivalent qualification. At least 1 year’s practical experience in Web application development and maintenance. Valid Driver’s License.
DUTIES : Develop and maintain the departmental websites (internet/intranet). Provide technical advice and support on Web based applications. Assume the responsibility of Web Master in the department. Receive Web material and decide on how it should be presented on the website to maximize accessibility, consistent with the existing navigation and original structure of site. Assist in research and identification of services for e-government initiatives. Monitor, implement and ensure strict adherence to ICT policies. Willingness to work overtime when needed. Knowledge in SharePoint and graphic design will be an added advantage.
ENQUIRIES : Ms TM Lekhera Tel No: 051 492 3919
SECRETARY TO DIRECTOR REF NO: PWI 21/11 (X1 POST)
Directorate: Property Portfolio
SALARY : R173 703 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : Bloemfontein
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent qualification. Strong in respect of Microsoft office packages which include Word, Excel, PowerPoint and outlook. Ability to work under pressure. People oriented; ability to work in a team environment. Ability to deal with sensitive information in a confidential and professional manner.
DUTIES : Provide an effective secretarial and administrative support. Serve as first point of contact for the office. Answering and screening of incoming telephone calls, as well as making calls, including the managing and updating of contact lists message management and take comprehensive message. Proactive dairy management, travel arrangement for the senior manager and all the staff and the manager’s office, appointments for the senior manager, arranging meetings for the Senior Manager (venues, equipment requirements, documentation, parking, refreshments, etc) and coordinating arrangements pertaining to visitors. Receiving of visitors to office and control of office environment including the provision of tea and refreshments. Completing accurate claims forms, calculating telephone and cell phone expenses, registering claims and following-up on claims. Identifying needs with regard to consumables, equipment, IT in the senior manager and ensuring that suppliers are in order. Managing the senior manager office consumable budget and reconciliation of office expenses. Provide professional document management (keep good track record of incoming and outgoing correspondence, excellent filing system, typing, including the faxing, photocopying and dispatching of general correspondence ( letters, agendas, minutes, memos, reports faxes) within specified time. Organize and coordinate functions, workshops and internal and external meetings and prepare required documents. Type presentations, letters, agendas, minutes, memos, reports, faxes, edit guides and manuals.
ENQUIRIES : Ms LC Khumalo Tel No: 051 492 3868