GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

For more information regarding the course please visit the NSG website: www.thensg.gov.za. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job. Following the interview process, recommended candidate (s) to attend to generic SMS competency assessment as mandated by DPSA. The logistics of which will be communicated by the Department. Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a security clearance. Where applicable, candidate will be subjected to a skills/ knowledge or computer assessment test. All candidates for MMS positions will be required to undergo competency assessment and security clearance. The specific reference number of the post must be quoted. Due to the large number of applications we envisage to receive, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Department reserves the right not to make appointment(s) to the advertised post(s). No faxed, emailed and late applications will be considered. 

 
ERRATUM: Please note that the post of Physical Planner, Sub-Directorate: Finance and Administration (Johannesburg North District) with Ref No: JN2020/11/25 advertised in Public Service Vacancy Circular 25 dated 30 October 2020, has been withdrawn.

MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
DIRECTOR: COLLECTIVE BARGAINING REF NO: HO2020/12/01 
(5 years fixed term contract performance based) 
Chief Directorate: Strategic Human Resource Management 
SALARY : R1 057 326 per annum (an all-inclusive package) 
CENTRE : Head Office, Johannesburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate NQF level 7 qualification, with at least a minimum of 5 years middle/senior management experience. Proven management skills in education management or equivalent. Knowledge of Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations Act, PSCBC Resolutions, Collective Agreements. GPSSBC Resolutions, White Paper of Transforming Public Service, Basic Conditions of Employment Act and Human Resource Policies, Competencies: Policy Development and Research, Communication written and verbal, Computer Literacy, Communication written and verbal, Problem Solving and Conflict Resolution. 
 
DUTIES : Manage and Promote Collective Bargaining initiatives at National and Provincial level. Ensure that managers are kept abreast of all new collective bargaining matters within the department. Manage the collation of line function inputs to be incorporated in the Collective Bargaining process. Oversee the provision of collective bargaining reports to management. Oversee the provision of professional advice and support to employers participating in the collective bargaining process. Monitor the implementation of recommendations provided by Collective Bargaining structures. Research and evaluate efficacy of concluded Collective Agreements and suggest areas of review. Oversee the research of negotiation agreements that will ensure equitable conditions of service and remuneration for employees. Oversee the review of Collective Agreements to maintain labour peace. Oversee the implementation of appropriate corrective measures by management. Oversee the continuous reporting of audit findings relating to the correct interpretation and implementation of Collective Agreements to the HoD. Oversee the mediation on dispute cases and ensure labour peace. Represent the employer in facilitation of mediation because of disputes, industrial action and conflict. Advocate advisory services to management and employees and recommend interventions on dispute prevention and resolution. Manage the maintenance of records of departmental mediation resolutions in maintaining labour peace. Prepare submissions to the MEC for mandates on mutual interest matters that are subject of the negotiations at the Public Service Collective Bargaining Council (PSCBC). Participate in the development of Collective Bargaining Policies, Procedures and Guidelines. Participate in the development of the departmental Labour Relations Act policy, procedures and guidelines. Provide input on provincial Collective Bargaining and Labour relations Act policies and procedures. Conduct workshops/ presentations as part of Collective Bargaining implementation. Ensure compliance on relevant legislation, regulatory framework and reporting requirements. Participate in relevant Sectorial Chambers Chambers/ Stakeholder Engagements Sessions. Represent the employer in the national Education Labour Relations Council (ELRC) bargaining chambers. Represent the employer in the Provincial Educators Labour Relation Council (PELRC), (GPSSBC) bargaining chambers. Represent the employer in the Public Service Collective Bargaining Council (PSCBC) bargaining chambers. Manage the directorates’ resources. Develop the operational plan for the Directorate and ensure its implementation. Allocate and manage resources at functional levels to ensure the delivery on set targets for the Directorate. Ensure that staff are assessed and developed (trained) in line with the PMDS policy. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. Winny Radzilani Tel No: (011) 843 6540

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OTHER POSTS
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: INFORMATION SYSTEMS ANALYST REF NO: HO2020/12/02 
Directorate: IT Systems and Support Services 
SALARY : R733 257 per annum (All-inclusive package) 
CENTRE : Head Office, Johannesburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A recognised National Diploma/Degree in Computer Science/Information Systems / ICT plus a certificate in IIBA/BABOK. A minimum of 5 years relevant experience of which 3 years must be at ASD/junior management level in Information Technology System and Support. Systems Development, Various Development Platforms, Project Management, Application Support, Knowledge of Legislative Frameworks within the Public Sector. Knowledge of IT Policies and Systems Support, Knowledge of RDBMS (Relational Database Management Systems) with SQL Server experience, (Data Storage procedures, reporting services). Strong understanding of Object-Orientated Programming. Knowledge of Integration and Job Automation Tools. An understanding of MVC software architectural pattern, SQL Stored Procedures, XML, JSON and Knowledge working with Web API experience like Google Maps API is an advantage. Server and back-end development experience. Proven experience in translation Business requirements into System requirements. Good Understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Knowledge of AZURE will be advantageous. Strong IT Technical Skills, Ability to detect and resolve users queries on time. To be able to work independently as well as teamwork, telephone etiquette, good customer relationship management and understanding of how the government systems and application operate, e.g. SA SAMS. Must have driver’s license. 
 
DUTIES : Oversee the development of business requirements specification. Manage the identification of specifications for user requirements through research and analysis of business unit existing Business Process Model. Manage the creation/compilation of systems requirement specification documents as per Business Processes Model requirements and proposal of efficient solutions. Oversee the process of gathering inputs from users. Facilitate the application of automation of existing and new Business process models to different business units within the department. Oversee the maintenance of Information Systems business requirements. Manage the site visits on the collection and maintenance of data. Manage the maintenance of all developed and existing data requirements for each of the systems. Oversee the process of identifying gaps (gap analysis) within the Business Process Model based on the site visit. Manage the analysis of spatial reports for business units. Manage the analysis of systems specifications for Business Requirements and translate into task specifications for developers. Manage the identification of sample of users to test on (RFC) Request for Change on whether it yields desired results. Manage the development of Business Intelligence (BI) reports. Manage the compilation of user acceptance reports through a feasibility study. Manage the maintenance information database and repository for different document versions. Coordinate the implementation of operational processes solutions to be applied in the business environment. Liaise with relevant stakeholders on review and evaluation of designed and modified systems to meet the user’s business needs. Facilitate workshops with the subject matter experts and other stakeholders to define and capture business process information in line with the specified requirements. Manage the provision of user and system support for information requests and deliver solutions in line with the demand management escalation process. Manage user acceptance testing process. Manage the training of information systems users. Information System Management Policies/Procedures and Guidelines. Provide inputs in the development of information systems governance policies, procedures and guidelines. Conduct desktop research on departmental policies and guidelines. Conduct workshops as part of implementation of new business requirements to various stakeholders. Ensure that staff are assessed in line the Performance Management and Development System. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. Meriam Phala Tel No: (011) 843 6713 
 
 
 
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: ENTERPRISE REQUIREMENTS (SOLUTION ARCHITECT) REF NO: HO2020/12/03 
Directorate: IT Systems and Support Services 
SALARY : R733 257 per annum (All-inclusive package) 
CENTRE : Head Office, Johannesburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A recognised three-year National Diploma/Degree in Computer Science / Information Systems / ICT. A certificate in TOGAF/ ZACHMAN or Enterprise Architecture is compulsory. A minimum of 3 Years in junior management in an Enterprise Architect/ Solutions role is required. Knowledge of ICT Enterprise Architect, Various Development Platforms, Project Management, Application Support, Knowledge of Legislative Frameworks within the Public Sector, Knowledge of ICT Policies, Systems Integration and knowledge of Solution Architect. Ability to develop business wide application solution architecture / designs, Scheduling Techniques for applications systems implementation roadmap. Ability to identify integrations for solutions. Knowledge of architectural software solutions. Knowledge of infrastructure required to support business solutions. Knowledge of translating business strategy into supporting systems. Contract Management, Quality Management, Project Management. Strong understanding of Object-Orientated Programming, an understanding of software architectural pattern, SQL Stored Procedures, XML, JSON and Knowledge working with Web API experience like Google Maps API is an advantage, Server and back-end development experience, Good Understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Knowledge of AZURE will be advantageous. Must have driver’s license. 
 
DUTIES : Conducting of Enterprise-wide Solutions rollout due-diligence (feasibility analysis). Manage the conducting of business reviews of information technology applications. Manage the documentation of current organizational business requirements e.g. corporate systems, content management, information systems documents and diagrams. Manage the conversion of strategic plans into objective defined business solutions. Alignment of systems to policy and circular requirements of the GDE. Develop a clear roadmap for systems solution implementation. Oversee the development of System Architect into business solutions. Manage the development/ design of business solutions into operational systems applications. Define and design the integration of current and future business solutions into operational and technical solutions ensuring that solutions are future-proof and compatible with newly developed solutions. Manage the structure of technology infrastructure and ensure that it offers and addresses performance resilience. Create conceptual and logical architectural designs for complex business systems. Design a formal Architecture Compliance review process to ensure compliance of projects to the Enterprise Architecture. Assist with the technology selection process, and commercial product purchases for alignment to enterprise architecture. Manage project resources to be within the allocated and approved budget cost and to be delivered within the agreed timeframes. Manage project planning and deliverables for business solutions. Allocate project times to ensure that everyone understands that project activities are performed within the allocated timeframes. Identify project bottlenecks and ensure that they are resolved within specified timeframes and do not exceed allocated budget costs. Apply project management techniques and interventions to ensure effective and efficient use of allocated resources. Engage with Stakeholders into understanding their Business Requirements. Liaise with various stakeholders and document their needs to be incorporated into a roadmap for business solutions. Compile enterprise requirements (business solutions) reports that provides clarity and consensus to challenges problems that are poorly communicated and misunderstood by different stakeholders. Allocate duties to subordinates/project teams. Manage staff leave. Ensure that staff are assessed in line the Performance Management and Development System. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. Meriam Phala Tel No: (011) 843 6713 
 
 
 
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: SYSTEM DEVELOPER REF NO: HO2020/12/04 
Directorate: IT Systems and Support Services 
SALARY : R733 257 per annum (All-inclusive package) 
CENTRE : Head Office, Johannesburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A recognised three-year National Diploma/Degree in Computer Science/Information Systems/ICT. A certificate in Microsoft Systems Development will be advantageous. A minimum of 5 or more years’ experience in application software development. Knowledge of RDBMS (Relational Database Management Systems) with SQL Server experience, Strong understanding of Object-Orientated Programming, Significant experience in C# or PHP is Essential, Significant experience with JavaScript, HTML5 and CSS3 and Bootstrap3/4, An understanding of MVC software architectural pattern, SQL Stored Procedures, XML, JSON and Knowledge working with Web API experience e.g. Google Maps API is an advantage, Server and back-end development experience. Knowledge of systems development, various development platforms, Project management, Application support, knowledge of legislative frameworks within the public sector. Knowledge of IT Policies and Systems Support. Strong IT Technical Skills, Ability to detect and resolve users queries on time, be able to work independently as well as teamwork, telephone etiquette, good customer relationship management. Understanding of how the government systems and application operate e.g. SA SAMS. Must have driver’s license. 
 
DUTIES : Development and design of IT Application Systems. Develop or modify Application Solution as specified by the information Systems as follows: Investigate and conduct JAD sessions to verify application. Systems requirements. Analysis of business process models and development of user requirement specifications. Guide Junior Developers in the design/ creation and testing of Integrated Applications Systems and Codes. Monitor the integration of different platforms in Application Systems development. Maintenance and Support of IT Application Systems. Train super users (end users) as administrators of newly developed systems. Liaise with Help-Desk in response by providing technical support for existing applications. Continuous review, follow up and propose complex. modifications/ enhancements, technical advice to improve current existing applications as follows: - Ensure that coding is in line with all IT application systems requirements. Monitor and evaluate application system tools by applying testing and quality assurance measures. Draft monthly and quarterly reports on the maintenance and modification of existing Application Systems. Manage Systems Development Projects. Provide structured approach in the planning of projects by: Conducting project reviews, identify project risks during systems development. Monitor record keeping of Business requirements (Systems Specifications) by developing user manuals and documenting systems operations. Monitor the maintenance of Central Information Management Systems (CIMS) Database. Stakeholder Engagement and Management. Liaise with clients and assist in the drafting of Business Requirements (Systems Specifications). Continuously monitor performance of services providers to be in line with departmental (SLA) Service Level Agreement. Provide inputs in the development of systems development and data governance policies, procedures and guidelines. Conduct desktop research on departmental policies and guidelines. Conduct workshops as part of implementation. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. Meriam Phala Tel No: (011) 843 6713 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: ACQUISITION MANAGEMENT (REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS) REF NO: HO2020/12/05 (X2 POSTS) 
Directorate: Procurement 
SALARY : R376 596 per annum 
CENTRE : Head Office, Johannesburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A recognised three-year National Diploma/Degree in Supply Chain Management/ Bachelor of Commerce/Business Management/Cost Management Accounting/ Public Policy and Development with the minimum of 3-year related Supply Chain Management experience at supervisory level. The applicant must have basic working knowledge and understanding on acquisition/sourcing of public goods and services. A clear understanding and application of Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations, and Procurement/ Accounting systems used in the Public Service. The incumbent must be computer literate and have extensive knowledge in Microsoft Office and Excel. The work environment requires the applicant to have the ability to work under pressure, be able to resolve conflict and deliver timeously without supervision. 
 
DUTIES : Coordinate the acquisition process for goods and services in line with Departmental procurement planning. Coordinate the development of specifications and Present to Bid Committees for approvals. Coordinate the establishment and management of prequalified list for suppliers. Coordinate the administration of the procurement process. Liaise with Provincial Treasury into the logistics related to advertising. Develop Departmental SCM policies, guidelines and standards. Provide advisory service to clients on acquisition management matters in order to promote correct implementation and sound demand management practises. Supervise and develop subordinates. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms Nonhlanhla Tshabalala Tel No: (011) 355 0162 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: CONDITIONS OF SERVICE REF NO: ES2020/12/06 
Sub-Directorate: HR Transaction Services 
SALARY : R376 596 per annum 
CENTRE : Ekurhuleni South District 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A recognised three-year National Diploma/Degree in Human Resource Management /Public Administration qualification plus 3 years human resource administration experience at supervisory level. Knowledge and understanding of current education and public service legislations, regulations and policies. Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills. Demonstrative ability to use human resource information systems for planning, monitoring and reporting. Ability to work under pressure, use of PERSAL and provide expert advisory support to business. Computer literacy in MS Excel, MS Word MS Access and MS Office and Presentation. A valid South African driver's license. 
 
DUTIES : Ensure the provision of all personnel administrative aspects on conditions of service. Maintain policies and ensure compliance with the relevant regulatory framework. Advise line managers and employees on conditions of service, staffing practices and remuneration. Ensure conditions of services processes and standard operating procedures are effective and efficient. Compile reports and assist in the conducting of HR Audits. Ensure the implementation of termination transactions on persal and update records on Persal. Advise finance on termination for recovery of assets. GDF (e-Gov) on debt not captured on Persal. Submit completed exit questionnaire to notify Performance Management Development on resignation for intervention. Verify that PILIR register is prior to the processing of termination. Train Office/District based employees on the completion of documents and the termination policy for the following resignation, contract expiry, retirement, death, ill Health retirement, early retirement, severance package, exit interviews. Quality assure the correct capturing of termination on Persal against outcome. Participate in the development of all departmental Human Resource Transaction policies, strategies, procedures and ensure the implementation and adherence by Departmental personnel thereof. Participate in the development of HR Procedure manuals and Facilitate HR administration activities or processes. Provide a Human Resource advisory on conditions of services to all departmental personnel. Ensure effective, efficient supervision of staff and management of resources. Ensure human resources in the unit and maintain discipline and the provision of equipment required by personnel for achievement of outputs in their respective Job Descriptions. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr Xolani Kheswa Tel No: (011) 389 6062