GOVERNMENT PENSIONS ADMINISTRATION AGENCY (GPAA)

Applicants will be required to meet vetting requirements as prescribed by Minimum Information Security Standards. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Correspondence will only be conducted with the short- listed candidates. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The candidate must take note of: It is intended to promote representativeness through the filling of these posts and the candidature of persons whose promotion/ appointment will promote representativeness, will receive preference. Disabled persons are encouraged to apply. For salary levels 11 – 15, the inclusive remuneration package consists of a basic salary, the state’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund and a flexible portion in terms of applicable rules. SMS will be required to undergo a Competency Assessment as prescribed by DPSA. All candidates shortlisted for SMS positions will be required to undergo a technical exercise that intends to test the relevant technical elements of the job. The GPAA reserves the right to utilize practical exercises/tests/competency assessments for non-SMS positions during the recruitment process (candidates who are shortlisted will be informed accordingly) to determine the suitability of candidates for the post(s). The GPAA reserves the right to cancel the filling/not to fill a vacancy that was advertised during any stage of the recruitment process. The successful candidate will have to sign and annual performance agreement and will be required to undergo a security clearance.
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MANAGER: FUNERAL BENEFIT AND PENSIONER MAINTENANCE REF NO: M/FB & PM/2019/08-1RA 
The main purpose of this position is to manage the Funeral Benefits and Pensioner Maintenance for GPAA 
SALARY: R733 257 - R863 748 per annum (Level 11) (All-inclusive package). Funeral Benefits and Pensioner Maintenance. 
CENTRE: Pretoria Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS: A relevant three-year Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent three year qualification (360 credits) with six (6) years appropriate proven experience in the field of Retirement Fund or Employee Benefits Administration of which three (3) years was in a managerial role. Excellent knowledge of applicable legislation and familiarity with the various types of death benefits and pensioner maintenance responsibilities administered by GPAA. Computer literacy that includes a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office products and a good understanding of the CIVPEN system. Knowledge of Employee Benefits and applicable legislation within Funeral/Pensioner Maintenance Benefits Section. Commercial awareness. Knowledge of GEPF services and products. Knowledge of CIVPEN (on previous advert). Knowledge of relevant Legal requirements, particularly BCEA and GPAA policies and procedures, including Public Service Act. Good analytical skills. Strong leadership and managerial skills. Good planning and organizing skills. Decision making and problem solving skills. Good communications skills, both verbal and written. Good interpersonal skills. Ability to establish controls to monitor tasks. Customer orientated. Persuasiveness and flexibility. Ability to take responsibility. Ability to work under pressure. Ability to delegate. Integrity, reliability and honesty. Quality and result orientated. 
 
DUTIES: The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of the Funeral Benefits and Pensioner Maintenance Section, which inter alia include but is not limited to: Manage the administration process. Oversee the manner in which Funeral Benefits and Pensioner Maintenance are processed, ensuring that they are in compliance with the rules of the relevant funds/schemes. Prepare monthly reports and statistics regarding the performance of the section to management. Provide interpretation and advice on the application of the Rules of applicable Funds. Build a mutually beneficial relationship with all internal and external structures in order to better manage and eliminate unnecessary delays in payment of Funeral/Death Benefits and Pensioner Maintenance benefits and ensure positive and sound internal and external client relationships. Support the EB Operations Component and other divisions by providing information / reports and resolving all queries from members and other stakeholders pertaining to Funeral/Death and Pensioner Maintenance Benefits in a timely, complete, professional and accurate manner. Compile various communications to be distributed to internal and external stakeholders from the Funeral Benefits and Pensioner Maintenance area, ensuring accuracy and professionalism of communication. Monitor that exceptions related to the Funeral Benefits and Pensioner Maintenance process are appropriately dealt with; in accordance with the relevant policies and procedures. Provide input to the strategic management of the section Compile comprehensive operational plans, quarterly and annual reports. Keep abreast with changes in relevant guidelines and other legislation, to make recommendations where policies and procedures need to be amended. Develop, enhance and implement policies, processes and procedures that are relevant to the section and enhance service delivery. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to implement new systems and processes, enabling integration to other areas. Manage all resources of the Unit Manage the performance of direct and indirect reports in accordance with the GPAA performance management policy and procedure. Identify training and development needs, implementing plans to address requirements, as appropriate. Manage discipline and absenteeism in accordance with organizational codes and procedures. Facilitate communication through appropriate structures and systems. Manage compliance with agreed budgets in consultation with the Senior Manager, ensuring that costs are contained. Participate in management forums within GPAA, contributing expertise to enable sound decision making. Provide detailed, accurate information for internal and external audit purposes and action audit issues identified. Implement controls within the section which minimize potential risk to stakeholders. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mapule Mahlangu Tel No: (012) 399 2639 
 
NOTE: Employment Equity target for the post is Coloured/Indian/White/African males and Indian females or people with disabilities. Candidates of the specified groups are encouraged to apply. One position of Manager: Funeral Benefits and Pensioner Maintenance is currently available at the Government Pensions Administration Agency.