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GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SETTLEMENTS (GDHS) 
 
APPLICATIONS : Applications should be submitted strictly online at http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za  and it should be accompanied by a Z83, comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) as well as certified copies of qualifications, Identity and valid driver’s license (where driving/travelling is an inherent requirement of the job). 
 
CLOSING DATE : 11 December 2020 
 
 
NOTE : Requirement of applications: No late applications will be considered. No faxed or emailed applications will be accepted. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Correspondence will only be limited to shortlisted candidates. If you have not been contacted within 3 months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Following the interview and exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic management competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic management and development for SMS posts. The Department reserves the right not to make appointment(s) to the advertised post(s). 
 
 
 
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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: INFRASTRUCTURE OFFICER REF NO: REFS/007374 
SALARY : R376 596 per annum 
CENTRE : Johannesburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Matric plus NQF Level 6/ National Diploma in Information Technology coupled with recognized industry certifications: MCSE/MCITP (Mandatory), A+ (Mandatory), N+ (Mandatory), Security+ (Optional), ITIL (Mandatory) Plus 3 - 4 Years’ Relevant Experience. Extensive knowledge and proficient in the use of: Windows Server 2012, Microsoft Active Directory and Group Policy Management, Cisco or similar, SAN Hardware management/support, Virtualisation Technologies (Hyper-V/VMware). Must have the following competencies: Advanced knowledge of LAN & WAN infrastructure support, Strong knowledge of ITIL & IT Governance, Advanced knowledge of windows server platforms, advanced knowledge of Cisco switches, VLAN, VoIP & VMware, Commvault and Strong knowledge of Information Security & suitable Firewall, Service Delivery Innovation, People Management and Empowerment, Client Orientation and Customer Focus, Communication, Honesty and Integrity. 
 
DUTIES : Performs troubleshooting, repairs of Local Area Network and Wide Area Network in the Department and Regional offices. Provides routine maintenance of network in the Department and Regional offices. Testing data points for users. Manage and administer event viewer logs on servers. Installation, configuration and testing of Servers and new ICT equipment’s for network. Perform routine server maintenance and updates. Ensure there is enough electricity supply to the servers. Minimum downtime of servers. Create network drives on the file servers for users to have backup storage for their data. Do a weekly maintenance on all the ICT servers. Log calls to the service providers (Dell; HP, Lenovo, etc) for all the hardware failures. Monitor the UPS & make sure it is working condition in case of power failure. Provide third level support to the users of the Department. Manage data centres and servers and ensure all ICT services are available to all users. Supporting of the ICT Infrastructure of the Department, including hardware, software, desktop and shared infrastructure. To support & monitor existing infrastructure, perform preventative maintenance work, backup & and perform other regular support activities to ensure effectiveness. Configuration of the Domain Controller, DHCP & DNS servers. Create user accounts, disable & delete accounts and reset passwords on Active Directory. Make sure the DHCP server is up & running to make sure that all the computers are assigned IP addresses to connect to the network. Make sure the DNS server is up & running so that name resolution can take place. Liaise with GDF regarding the exchange servers and transversal systems. Provide third level support to the users of the Department Monitor AV console for threats and workstations are getting updates. Ensure all security patches and virus definitions are rolled out across the network. Implementation and maintenance of secure networking infrastructure within the Department of Human Settlements including Regional Offices. Configuration & setup of VoIP telephones. Provide technical support. Assist with all the ICT Operations projects undertaken each financial year. Performance management of staff. To mentor & develop desktop support staff. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms A Mogaswa Tel No: 072 313 8052 
APPLICATIONS : Please apply online at http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za

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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: HR RECORDS, INFORMATION AND LEAVE MANAGEMENT REF NO: REFS/007375 
SALARY : R376 596 per annum 
CENTRE : Johannesburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Matric plus NQF level 6/ National Diploma in Human Resource Management or relevant qualification, coupled with a minimum of 3 - 5 years’ experience in the field of HR Records & Information Management, Leave Management and PILIR. Competencies: Knowledge and Understanding of Legislative and Policy Framework regulating, Leave Administration and PILIR Administration process in the Public Service. Knowledge and Understanding of procedures, process and systems in the implementation Employee Self Service (ESS). Extensive knowledge of PERSAL, ESS, SAP and HR prescripts. Good understanding of PSCBC resolutions. Attributes: Communication Skills: Written: complex notes/memos/reports; Verbal: exchange of information requiring difficult explanations; Management Skills; People Skills; conflict resolution Skills; Reporting Skills; Negotiation Skills; Planning and organising skills; Project management skills; Presentation skills; Problem solving skills; Operational planning skills; ability to work under pressure and being self-motivated; ability to work in a diverse team; Ability to adapt to change; Ability to liaise with business partners; ability to build strong client relationship and ability to perform multiple tasks and work overtime where necessary. 
 
DUTIES : Monitor the development, review, implementation and management of administering processes on the Determination of Leave of Absence on ESS. Management of HR Registry records. Facilitate, drafting, revision and implementation of procedures manuals and policies governing Leave. Provide problem solving mechanisms on queries and disputes arising from implementation of leave and records management. Payroll certification on ESS. Monitor and audit the implementation of leave. Prepare and provide responses to legislature questions and audit queries on the administration and implementation thereof. Develop and monitor the system of administrating leave and other policy documents relating to leave administration. Provide analysis of leave reports. Monitor the communication of revised national resolutions and directives regulating the interpretation and implementation of leave. Prepare and provide responses to questions and audit queries on the administration and utilisation of leave. Provide advice to management and staff on the utilisation of leave. Ensure that attachments on all special leaves are loaded on to the ESS and correctly filed. Manage the receiving and recording of PILIR applications. Manage the provision of feedback to staff on rejected/approved applications in writing. Handle the appeal processes. Ensure that the PILIR outcomes from the service provider are confidential. Ensure the payment of the service provider on time. Attend meetings/bi-lateral at relevant Provincial and National PILIR committees and structures; and prepare and provide reports on the utilisation and financial implications of PILIR in the department. Monitor the implementation of Operational Plans of the unit. Conduct performance reviews and assessments for staff. Identify and implement staff development plans. Implement and monitor staff leave plans. Identify Human Resources risks and develop service improvement mechanism in line with the business needs 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. M Skosana Tel No: 079 897 5661 
APPLICATIONS : Please apply online at http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za

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