GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT VACANCIES

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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 The old prescribed application for employment form Z83 was withdrawn with effect from 31 December 2020.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. The application must include only completed and signed new Form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at , and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Certified copies of Identity Document, Senior Certificate and the highest required qualification as well as a driver’s license where necessary, will only be submitted by shortlisted candidates to HR on or before the day of the interview date. Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) will only be submitted by shortlisted candidates to HR on or before the day of the interview date. Applicants who do not comply with the above-mentioned requirements, www.gov.za 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 (only when shortlisted). 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.

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MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
DIRECTOR: SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT REF NO: SD/2022/10/01 
SALARY : R1 073 187 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 : Applicants must be in possession of a three(3) year qualification at (NQF level 7) recognized by SAQA in Supply Chain Management/Logistics/Finance coupled with 5 years relevant middle or senior management experience. Attach the Senior Management level Services Pre-Entry Certificate (only when shortlisted). A valid driver’s licence. Knowledge of the Constitution of the RSA, Department’s Constitutional mandate, experience and working knowledge of The Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations, Preferential Procurement Act and Regulations, and other SCM related legislative frameworks. Knowledge, skills and experience in Demand Management and Customer Care, tender and contract management, logistics and disposal services, asset management, risk management related to SCM functions and financial management. Skills And Competency: Computer literacy, excellent skills related to strategic capability and leadership, people management and empowerment, programme and project management, financial management, knowledge management, change management, service delivery innovation, problem solving and analysis, client orientation and customer focus. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal relationships; proven experience in managing relationships with relevant stakeholders. 
 
DUTIES : Manage the demand management function and customer relations services. Manage the effective and efficient rendering of tender and contract management services as well as the provision of procurement services. Manage and coordinate logistics and disposal services. Manage the asset management function. Drive risk identification, management and monitoring related to SCM and Assets Management functions. Provide support and advisory services to Senior Management, end users and various committees on SCM related matters. Monitor the services for BAC and bid specification committees. Act as BBEEE Champion for GDSD. Monitor the submission on reports to relevant stakeholders. Ensure effective and efficient management of the human and financial resources of the Directorate. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr O Mkhabela Tel No: (011) 355 7937 
APPLICATIONS : Please forward applications, quoting the relevant reference number to The Gauteng Department of Social Development, 69 Commissioner Street, Thusanong Building, Johannesburg or posted to- Private Bag X35, Johannesburg, 2000. 
FOR ATTENTION : Mr Oupa Mkhabela Tel No: (011) 355 7937 
 
NOTE : The selection and appointment of candidates is subject to positive vetting and verification requirements as per government policy and procedures. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
DIRECTOR: EXECUTIVE SUPPORT HEAD OF DEPARTMENT REF NO: SD/2022/10/02 
SALARY : R1 073 187 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 : Applicants must have an appropriate and equivalent Post Graduate Qualification NQF level 7 which may include Social Science and / or Administration. A Social Work Degree would be an added advantage with registration with South African Council Social Service Profession. The applicant must have at least five (5) years’ experience and exposure at a senior strategic and operational management level. The successful applicant must have good administrative, operational, liaison and communication skills, both written and verbal. The applicant must have experience, knowledge and understanding of administration as well as managing and ensuring strategic, operational, administrative efficiency and compliance within an intergovernmental institutional framework. It is essential that the successful applicant is ICT literate - MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint. The knowledge of good practice and initiatives for efficient and effective administration and decision making will be an advantage. Substantive knowledge and understanding of Government policies, legislation, regulatory objectives and strategies of the government and oversight Institutions. Working knowledge of the functioning of Local/ Provincial/ National Government. In possession of the Senior Management level Pre-Entry Certificate. A valid driver’s licence. 
 
DUTIES : The successful candidate will: Lead and manage the administrative responsibilities and accountability for efficient and effective strategic and operational functioning of the Department; Manage the functional administrative support of the Office of the HOD. Manage the provision of executive, secretariate and logistical support for the Office of the HOD. Manage and oversee the administrative and operational interface between the Department and all external stakeholders including Office of the Premier, Oversight Institutions and other Government Departments (Provincial and National). Manage and support in the coordination, implementation and achievement of the objectives of the Departmental intergovernmental framework; Manage the development and implementation of the strategic, operational, financial and human resources of the Office of the HOD. Provide and effectively manage the linkages and liaison of the Office of the HOD with Executive Management and the Office of the Executive Authority. Provide quality assurance and oversight on documentation including correspondence, submission and memorandums. Provide support in ensuring effective operational and governance compliance of the Department. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr O Mkhabela Tel No: (011) 355 7937 
APPLICATIONS : Please forward applications, quoting the relevant reference number to The Gauteng Department of Social Development, 69 Commissioner Street, Thusanong Building, Johannesburg or posted to- Private Bag X35, Johannesburg, 2000. 
FOR ATTENTION : Mr Oupa Mkhabela Tel No: (011) 355 7937 
 
NOTE : The selection and appointment of candidates is subject to positive vetting and verification requirements as per government policy and procedures.

OTHER POSTS
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: SECRETARIAD- OFFICE OF THE HOD REF NO: SD/2022/09/22 
Re-advertisement (People who have previously applied are encouraged to reapply) 
SALARY : R382 245 per annum, (plus benefits) 
CENTRE : Head Office (Johannesburg) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A 3-year tertiary qualification (NQF Level 6/7) in Administration/ Office Management/Public Administration/Business Administration with 3 – 5 years’ experience at a supervisory level. A valid drivers’ license. Knowledge and understanding of public service policies and procedures, functioning of provincial and national government, departmental policy mandates, priorities, objectives, and service delivery model. Skills and Competencies: project management, strong administrative skills, people management and empowerment, client orientation and customer focused, service delivery innovation, effective writing, computer and analytical skills. 
 
DUTIES : Provide Executive Secretariat Services to MEC and HOD Executive Management Meetings in line with the necessary governance and administrative compliance protocol. Prepare and quality assure all necessary documents for Executive meetings i.e compile minutes, agenda, invitations, attendance register and Information Packs of the meetings. Track all resolutions and progress with Senior and Executive Management within a stipulated time frame. Ensure Effective & Efficient File Management System (Manual and electronic Systems). Manage and coordinate Executive Council Programme in the Office of the HoD in terms of Priority Programmes and Interventions as guided by Provincial Government. Quality Assurance of all Cabinet Memorandums and tracking of progress of all EXCO Council Resolutions. Manage the Finance and Procurement Management for all MEC and HOD Executive Management Meetings. Management of the Gift Policy of the Department in line with the Ethics Management Policy of the Department. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr Z Jaca Tel No: (011) 355 7678 
APPLICATIONS : Please forward applications, quoting the relevant reference number to The Gauteng Department of Social Development, 69 Commissioner Street, Perm Building, Johannesburg or posted to- Private Bag X35, Johannesburg, 2000. 
FOR ATTENTION : Mr C Maabane Tel No: (011) 227 0060 
 
NOTE : The selection and appointment of candidates is subject to positive vetting and verification requirements as per government policy and procedures.