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GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
It is the department’s intention to promote equity through the filling of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan. To facilitate this process successfully, an indication of race, gender and disability status is required. The Department also urges all designated groups applying for positions to please direct your applications to the Employment Equity Office for attention Mr Hayden Pillay. All applicants is also encouraged to number the pages of their CV and the attached certified documents
APPLICATIONS : Please forward applications, quoting the relevant reference number to The Gauteng Department of Social Development, 69 Commissioner Street, Perm Building, Johannesburg for Attention- Mr C Maabane Tel- (011) 227 0060 or posted to- Private Bag X35, Johannesburg, 2000.
NB: The selection and appointment of candidates is subject to positive vetting and verification requirements as per government policy and procedures.
CLOSING DATE : 27 August 2021
NOTE : Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The old prescribed application for employment form Z83 was withdrawn with effect from 31 December 2020. As per the Government Gazette No: 43872, any applicant who submits an application on or after 1 January 2021 must do so on the new prescribed Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za/documents. The fully completed and signed Z83 form should be accompanied by a recently updated, comprehensive CV as well as copies of all academic qualification(s) including the matric certificate, Identity document and driver’s licence (where applicable) and any other relevant documents. Applicants must submit copies of qualification, identity documents and drivers license (where appropriate) and any other relevant documents. Such copies need not be certified when applying for a post. The communication from the HR of the department regarding the requirements for certified documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates.
NOTE : Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The old prescribed application for employment form Z83 was withdrawn with effect from 31 December 2020. As per the Government Gazette No: 43872, any applicant who submits an application on or after 1 January 2021 must do so on the new prescribed Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za/documents. The fully completed and signed Z83 form should be accompanied by a recently updated, comprehensive CV as well as copies of all academic qualification(s) including the matric certificate, Identity document and driver’s licence (where applicable) and any other relevant documents. Applicants must submit copies of qualification, identity documents and drivers license (where appropriate) and any other relevant documents. Such copies need not be certified when applying for a post. The communication from the HR of the department regarding the requirements for certified documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates.
Therefore, only shortlisted candidates for a post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from HR. Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants who do not comply with the above-mentioned requirements, as well as applications received late, will not be considered. No faxed, copied or e-mailed application will be considered. Where a driver’s license is essential, such a license should be attached. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. All appointments are subject to the verification of educational qualifications, previous experience, citizenship, reference checks and security vetting. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend generic managerial competency assessment (where applicable). The department reserves the right to fill or not to fill the vacant post. The successful candidates will enter into an employment contract with the GDSD that will be reviewed based on performance expiration. Applicants must take note that due to COVID-19 pandemic; the Gauteng Department of Social Development will comply with Health and Safety Regulations.
MANAGEMENT ECHELON
DIRECTOR: LEGAL SERVICES REF NO: SD/2021/08/01
SALARY : R1 057 326 per annum, (all-inclusive package which includes basic salary of 70% of the package and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the applicable MMS guidelines per annum).
CENTRE : Head Office
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 plus A three-year Tertiary Qualification in Law with an undergraduate qualification NQF level 7 in Legal Law/Law (LLB) or relevant qualifications as recognized by SAQA. A minimum of 5 years of experience at a middle management level in Legal Services environment in the Public Service. Five (5) years post admission experience as an Advocate or Attorney with the right to appear in the High Court. A valid driver’s license. Attach the Senior Management Services Pre-Entry Certificate. Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of the legislative and Policy framework governing Legal Services processes, systems, and procedures in the Public Service, Knowledge and understanding of Department’s legal requirements, obligations and commitments, Knowledge and understanding of Departmental policy mandates, priorities, objectives and Service Delivery Model. Skills and Competencies: Strategic Management skills, Service Delivery Innovation skills strategic reporting skills, Performance and Self Driven, Facilitation, Leadership, Problem Solving, People management and Empowerment skills.
DUTIES : Provision of strategic leadership in the management of Legal Services, Provision of legal advice on the Departmental Contracts, Provision of legal representation of the department in Litigation cases. Manage litigation and proactive legal services, Coordinate and manage litigation, Manage consultations and court documents, Liaise with state attorney and other organs of state in continuation of litigation: Provide contract management services, Negotiate and draft legally binding contracts for and on behalf of the Department, Provide legal advice on contracts. Provide legal advisory services, conduct research and consult with various stakeholders on the legal advice: Provide legislative drafting and review and compliance management, Conduct legislative audits and legislative awareness, Vet and draft policies relevant to the Department. Management of the Directorate, Manage Directorate’s budget and expenditure, Manage the Directorate’s performance, manage staff performance and development, leave and discipline.
ENQUIRIES : Mr C Maabane Tel No: (011) 227 0060
DIRECTOR: MONITORING AND EVALUATION HEAD OFFICE REF NO: SD/2021/08/02
Re-advertisement: Applicants who previously applied for this post are encouraged to reapply.
SALARY : R1 057 326 per annum, (all-inclusive package which includes basic salary of 70% of the package and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the applicable SMS guidelines per annum).
CENTRE : Johannesburg Head Office
REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in Public Management and Development/ or related qualification. A minimum 5 years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level in Strategic Management/Organizational Performance Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting in the Public Service. Attach the Senior Management Services Pre-Entry Certificate. Knowledge and understanding of legislative and Policy framework governing Policy, Programme, Performance monitoring, Programme evaluation and reporting in the Public Service. Knowledge and understanding of Department's Strategic Monitoring and Evaluation processes, systems and procedures. Knowledge and understanding Departmental legislative, policy mandates, priorities and M&E frameworks. A valid driver’s licence. Skills And Competency: Strategic Capability and Leadership, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management, Change Management Service Delivery Innovation (SDI), Strategic Management, Project and Programme Management and Empowerment, Service Delivery Innovation, Strategic Reporting, Facilitation, Analytical, Evaluation and Monitoring Skills.
DUTIES Development, Management and maintenance of performance monitoring and evaluation framework, tools and systems. Develop, manage and review Departmental Performance Monitoring and Evaluation Framework, tools and systems. Management of Programme Performance Reporting. Manage data collation, verification, reporting and records management on Departmental Programme performance. Strategic Performance Review and Evaluation. Manage assessments of Departmental Service Delivery Programmes through a set of selected indicators. Provide strategic review of progress and achievements compared to plans, objectives and outcomes. Management of the Directorate. Manage Directorate's budget and expenditure. Manage the Directorate's performance. Manage staff performance, development, leave and discipline.
ENQUIRIES : Mr C Maabane Tel No: (011) 227 0060
DIRECTOR: SUBSTANCE ABUSE REF NO: SD/2021/08/03
SALARY : R1 057 326 per annum, (all-inclusive package which includes basic salary of 70% of the package and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the applicable MMS guidelines per annum).
CENTRE : Head Office
REQUIREMENTS : A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work. A valid driver’s licence. 5 years’ middle/senior management experience in Social Welfare Services environment in the public services. Attach Current Registration with the SACSSP. Attach the Senior Management Services Pre-Entry Certificate. Knowledge: Knowledge and understanding of legislative, Policy and Institutional framework governing Social Welfare Services Programmes in the Public Service, Knowledge and understanding of Departmental Social Welfare Services priorities, commitments, policies, procedures, and processes. Knowledge of the Department’s Strategic priorities and Service Delivery model. Skills and Competencies: Strategic Management skills, Service Delivery Innovation skills strategic reporting skills, Performance and Self Driven, Facilitation, Honesty and Integrity Problem Solving, People management and Reporting skills.
DUTIES : Implementation of Government, Provincial, Departmental and Sector priorities as contained in the Annual Performance Plan, POA and Operational plan, Develop and Implement Operational Plan to give effect to the APP and POA, Ensure Implementation of Provincial Prevention Programs, Strategic Coordination of Substance Abuse Functions incl GCR Anti-Substance Abuse strategy, Oversee the development, design and implementation of and Substance Abuse functions, Management of capacity building of stakeholders & Partnerships of Service Delivery Partners, Ensure monitoring of targeted NPOs, Management of the Directorate, Coordinate budget planning, monitoring and reporting on expenditure patterns, Manage staff performance, training and development, conduct and leave.
ENQUIRIES : Mr C Maabane Tel No: (011) 227 0060