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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 : 26 February 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
CHIEF DIRECTOR: CORPORATE SERVICES REF NO: PWI 21/01 (X1 POST)
Directorate: Human Resources Management
SALARY : R1 251 183 per annum (Level 14) (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 car allowance, home owner's allowance and medical aid assistance.
CENTRE : Head Office (Bloemfontein)
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate NQF level 7 qualification in human resource management/ development/ public management or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA. Ten (10) years’ experience in human resource management or public administration with five years’ experience at senior management level in the human resource management environment. A valid driver’s licence (with exception of persons with disabilities). 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 logistics of which will be communicated. Knowledge, Skills And Competencies: Knowledge of the Public Service Act, Labour Relations Act, Skills Development Act, PAIA, PAJA, POPIA BCEA, COIDA, resolutions General knowledge of HR-related standards, practices, processes and procedures. Specialised knowledge of personnel provisioning and utilisation processes, conditions of service and terminations, structure and functioning of the department, PERSAL, literacy and personnel information systems, collective agreements, codes of remuneration and public management finance. Excellent communication, change management, client orientation and customer focus, diversity management and risk management skills.
DUTIES : Develop and implement strategy and policies for HRM, Legal Services and Information & Communication Components. Manage the administration of HRM policies, procedure and programmes. Monitor the implementation of Organizational Efficiency, HR plan and EE plan. Ensure the implementation of Employee Health and Wellness programmes in the department. Monitor the implementation of sound Legal and Labour Relations Services. Oversee the development, implementation and maintenance of departmental information technology strategies. Manage and monitor the provision of Special programmes in the department. Oversee and direct the provisioning of internal and external communication and media services. Manage written contributions to departmental quarterly progress reports, annual reports, portfolio committees, budget speeches, annual performance plans. Advice and guide the HOD on matters relating to Corporate Services, such as Coordination, development of HRM delegations, recommend on discipline, grievances and dispute recommend on payment of merit awards. Manage resources in the Chief Directorate including financial resources.
ENQUIRIES : Mr ME Mohlahlo, Head of Department Tel No: (051) 492 3766
CHIEF DIRECTOR: PROPERTY MANAGEMENT REF NO: PWI 21/02 (X1 POST)
Directorate: Property Management
SALARY : R1 251 183 per annum (Level 14), (An all-inclusive package). The remuneration package consists of a basic salary, the employer's contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and a flexible portion, which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion and which can include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner's allowance and medical aid assistance.
CENTRE : Bloemfontein
REQUIREMENTS : A Bachelor’s degree in property/management field or equivalent qualification augmented by an extensive management background; Property Management experience. Appointment is subject to the following: SMS Competency Assessments, Performance Agreement, Vetting, SMS Contract and Annual Financial Disclosure. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Driver license (code 8). 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.
DUTIES : To oversee, plan, and co-ordinate the strategic management of immovable properties of the province which includes provision of accommodation for all provincial departments and other government institutions as well as acquisition and disposal of land and property. Oversee the implementation of the strategic direction of property related issues to ensure alignment with the departmental business plan and strategic plan. Oversee the development and maintenance of the property management strategy and policies. Strategically manage the acquisition, registration and disposal of provincial land and property. Formulate and maintain integrated information systems on all properties. Manage the development and maintenance of the immovable asset and debtors registers. Oversee the management of the lease and rental of property including the management of contracts. Co-ordination of property services including the cleaning and gardening services. Assist in identifying revenue growth opportunities within government properties and optimize the operational expenditure. Formulate and manage the chief directorate’s budget against its strategic financial objectives. Manage the human, financial and other resources allocated to the Chief Directorate.
ENQUIRIES : Mr ME Mohlahlo, Head of Department Tel No: (051) 492 3766
OTHER POSTS
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: INTERNAL AUDIT REF NO: PWI 21/03 (X1 POST)
Directorate: Internal Audit
SALARY : R376 596 per annum (Level 09) A basic salary
CENTRE : Bloemfontein
REQUIREMENTS : A relevant tertiary qualification in Auditing and/or Accounting at NQF level 7. Good understanding of the Audit process and Audit approaches. Good communication (verbal and written) skills. Effective report writing. Computer literacy. Knowledge of Teammate will serve as an advantage. Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act, 1999 and Treasury Regulations. Knowledge of internal audit standards. Registration with the IISA will be a strong recommendation. Computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Power-point, etc) Recommendations: Completion of the Professional Internal Auditing (Including IAT learnership from the Institute of Internal Auditors (SA)(IIASA)) plus 5 years internal audit experience, 2 of which should be at a supervisory level.
DUTIES : The incumbent of this post is expected to supervise and execute internal audit assurance and consultancy engagements to support the implementation of the approved Internal Audit Operational Plan, providing assurance on governance, risk management and control processes in accordance with IIA Standards and legislative framework. Supervise assistance to and assist the accounting officer in maintaining efficient and effective controls and achieving the objectives of the department by evaluating the department’s controls/objectives, to determine their effectiveness and efficiency through internal audits. Review, collect information and compile reports to the accounting officer and audit committee. Keep up to date with new developments in the internal audit environment. Supervise employees to ensure effective internal audit service. Manage and transfer auditing skills to junior Internal Auditors.
ENQUIRIES : Ms R Mocwaledi, Chief Audit Executive Tel No: (051) 492 3817
SENIOR INTERNAL AUDITOR REF NO: 21/04 (X1 POST)
Directorate: Internal Audit
SALARY : R316 791 per annum. (Level 08) (A basic salary)
CENTRE : Bloemfontein
REQUIREMENTS : A national diploma/degree in Auditing/Accounting or equivalent qualification. Good understanding of the audit process and audit approaches. Good communication (verbal and written) skills. Effective report writing. Computer literacy. 3 years Internal Audit experience. Registration with the IISA and/or knowledge of Teammate will serve as an advantage.
DUTIES : Assist the audit managers in the development of audit plans. Execution of the audit programmes on control and governance processes associated with the activities under review. Participate in entrance and exit conference meetings. Compilation of adequate audit working papers as well as review of junior officials’ work. Perform audits of the department in accordance with the audit methodology. Documenting field work on audits. Assisting in ensuring effective and efficient audits by keeping time records. Execute compliance audits. Prepare and present reports on compliance audits. Conduct follow up audits. Summarise audit findings and develop conclusions on audit findings for presentation to clients. Supervise and transfer auditing skills to Internal Auditors
ENQUIRIES : Ms R Mocwaledi, Chief Audit Executive Tel No: (051) 492 3817