INFORMATION REGULATOR

 
 
POST: EXECUTIVE: EDUCATION AND COMMUNICATION
(RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
(This position is reserved for Women in order to meet
Employment Equity Targets at Executive Management Level)
REFERENCE: IR1/08/2020
CENTRE: HEAD OFFICE, BRAAMFONTEIN
SALARY LEVEL: 15
SALARY: R1 521 594 per annum (All-inclusive package) Not negotiable
The successful candidates will be required to sign a performance agreement annually.
 
REQUIREMENTS
Matric certificate plus a postgraduate qualification in Social Science or Communication Science or any equivalent and related qualification at NQF level 8 as recognised by South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Eight to ten (8-10) years’ experience at senior management level of which five (5) of the years were spent at Chief Director Level or equivalent, managing Communications, Public/Community Liaison, Stakeholder Engagement and Public Awareness programmes, and Advocacy Campaigns.
 
KEY SKILLS/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
Knowledge of relevant Legislation in particular POPIA and PAIA, Regulatory Frameworks and Protocols governing the education and communication in the public sector, Strategic Planning, Monitoring and Reporting, Financial Management, Project Management Skills, Analytical Skills, Strategic Leadership, People Management and Empowerment, Excellent knowledge of Stakeholder Management principles and practices, Excellent Stakeholder Management Skills, Effective Public Awareness and Advocacy, Public Liaison, Mass Media Communication, Excellent Written and Verbal Communication Skills, Managing Interest and Pressure groups, ability to work with diverse communities and proven ability to interact with High Level officials in the Public and Private sectors.
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
● Effective implementation of programmes and projects that support the achievement of strategic goals and objectives of the institution.
● Preparation and costing of Divisional Annual Performance and Operational Plans.
● Continuous evaluation of performance of the Division against set performance targets in the Annual Performance Plan and Operational Plan.
● Development and implementation of the Public Awareness Strategy and Plans.
● Development and implementation of the Stakeholder Management Strategy and Plans.
● Provision of Educational Programmes for the purpose of promoting POPIA and PAIA in collaboration with other persons or authorities acting on behalf of the organisation.
● Development and conducting of educational programmes to advance the understanding of the public, in particular the disadvantaged communities regarding PAIA.
● Ensure that educational programmes that are provided do comply with the requirements outlined in the Skills Development Act 97 of 1998 as amended and the National Qualifications Framework Act 67 of 2008.
● Development and implementation of Communication and Branding Strategy, Policies and Plans.
● Promotion of effective Media Relations, Monitoring and Analysis services.
● Provision of Public Liaison services.
● Organising National Advocacy Campaigns on behalf of the Regulator.
● Ensure that the positive image of the Regulator is maintained by providing the updated website content and availability in various social media platforms.
● Ensure effective provision of editing, production and publications services to the Regulator.
● Effectively and efficiently manage all resources allocated to the Division.
 
 

 
KEY SKILLS/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
Knowledge of POPIA and PAIA, knowledge of other relevant laws and Acts of Parliament, Regulations, Government protocols, Strategic Planning, Financial Management, Agreements, Legal Policy Development, Programme and Project Management, Excellent Legal Analytical Skills, Civil Litigation Skills, Excellent Writing and Verbal Communication Skills and Management of Interest and Pressure Groups and ability to work under pressure.
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
● Continuously interpret, review and evaluate various pieces of legislation.
● Drafting of court papers and appearance in court or similar fora.
● Manage the provision of litigation services.
● Vetting and drafting of contracts and other legal documents.
● Drafting of legal opinions.
● Providing legal advice to the Regulator.
● Effectively and efficiently manage all resources allocated to the Unit.
 
 
 
 
 
POST: SENIOR MANAGER: LEGAL (POPIA COMPLAINTS AND INVESTIGATIONS (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
(Preference will be given to Women and People with Disabilities to meet Employment Equity Targets at Senior Management level)
REFERENCE: IR3/08/2020
CENTRE: HEAD OFFICE, BRAAMFONTEIN
SALARY LEVEL: 13
SALARY R1 057 326 (All-inclusive package and not negotiable)
The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement annually.
 
REQUIREMENTS
Matric certificate plus an LLB degree or any equivalent and related qualification at NQF level 8 as recognised by SAQA. Five (5) years appropriate post qualification experience as a Legal Practitioner at middle management level. Five (5) years post admission experience as a legal practitioner with the right of appearance in the High Court. Experience in dispute resolution and conducting of investigations in a regulatory environment such as international or local human rights bodies or any other regulatory body.
 
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
Knowledge of POPIA and PAIA, knowledge of other relevant laws and Acts of Parliament, Regulations, Government protocols, Strategic Planning, Financial Management, Agreements, Legal Policy development, Programme and Project Management, Excellent Legal Analytical Skills, Excellent Writing and Verbal Communication Skills and Management of Interest and Pressure Groups and ability to work under pressure.
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
● Implement the Complaints Management System, Process and Standard Operating Procedures for successful resolution of complaints.
● Manage the handling of all complaints received.
● Manage investigation and resolution of complaints.
● Manage the enforcement processes.
● Manage relationships with clients and other relevant stakeholders.
● Effectively and efficiently manage all resources allocated to the Unit.
 

 
 
POST: SENIOR MANAGER: LEGAL (POPIA COMPLIANCE AND MONITORING) (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
(Preference will be given to Women and People with Disabilities to meet Employment Equity Targets at Senior Management level)
REFERENCE: IR4/08/2020
CENTRE: HEAD OFFICE, BRAAMFONTEIN
SALARY LEVEL: 13
SALARY R1 057 326 (All-inclusive package and not negotiable)
The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement annually.
 
REQUIREMENTS
Matric certificate plus an LLB degree or any equivalent and related qualification at NQF level 8 as recognised by SAQA. Five (5) years appropriate post qualification experience as a Legal Practitioner at a middle management level. Five (5) years post admission experience as a legal practitioner with the right of appearance in the High Court. Experience in compliance and monitoring in a regulatory environment such as international or local human rights bodies or any other regulatory body.
 
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
Knowledge of POPIA and PAIA, knowledge of other relevant laws and Acts of Parliament, Regulations, Government Protocols, Strategic Planning, Financial Management, Agreements, Legal Policy development, Programme and Project Management, Excellent Legal Analytical Skills, Excellent Writing and Verbal Communication Skills and Management of Interest and Pressure groups and ability to work under pressure.
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
● Conduct assessments of processing of personal information by public and private bodies.
● Monitor the use of unique identifiers of data subjects.
● Maintain, publish and make available prescribed registers.
● Examine proposed legislation that makes provision for the collection of personal information.
● Report the results of such examination to Parliament.
● Consult with interested parties and/or media between opposing parties on any matter affecting personal information of a data subject.
● Manage the co-operation nationally and internationally on issues relating to the protection of personal information.
● Manage matters relating to Guidelines for Codes of Conduct.
● Effectively and efficiently manage all resources allocated to the Unit.
 
 
 
 
 
POST: SENIOR MANAGER: LEGAL (PAIA COMPLAINTS AND INVESTIGATION) (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
(Preference will be given to Women and People with Disabilities to meet Employment Equity Targets at Senior Management level)
REFERENCE: IR5/08/2020
CENTRE: HEAD OFFICE, BRAAMFONTEIN
SALARY LEVEL: 13
SALARY R1 057 326 (All-inclusive package and not negotiable)
The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement annually.
 
REQUIREMENTS
Matric certificate plus an LLB degree or any equivalent and related qualification at NQF level 8 as recognised by SAQA. Five (5) years appropriate post qualification experience as a Legal Practitioner at middle management level. Five (5) years post admission experience as a legal practitioner with the right of appearance in the High Court. Experience in dispute resolution and conducting of investigations in a regulatory environment such as international or local human rights bodies or any other regulatory body.
 
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
Knowledge of POPIA and PAIA, knowledge of other relevant laws and Acts of Parliament, Regulations, Government protocols, Strategic Planning, Financial Management, Agreements, Legal Policy development, Programme and Project Management, Excellent Legal Analytical Skills, Excellent Writing and Verbal Communication and Management of Interest and Pressure Groups and ability to work under pressure.
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
● Receive and investigate complaints about alleged violations of the access to information.
● Conduct investigation of allegations of violations.
● Manage dispute resolution mechanisms.
● Refer reports of investigation to the Members for a decision.
● Manage objections to search and seizure.
● Manage referral of complaints or other matters to the Enforcement Committee.
● Manage the serving of Notices.
● Manage administrative procedures related to enforcement notices.
● Effectively and efficiently manage all resources allocated to the Unit.
 
 
 
 
 
POST: SENIOR MANAGER: LEGAL (PAIA COMPLIANCE AND MONITORING) (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
(Preference will be given to Women and People with Disabilities to meet Employment Equity Targets at Senior Management level)
REFERENCE: IR6/08/2020
CENTRE: HEAD OFFICE, BRAAMFONTEIN
SALARY LEVEL: 13
SALARY R1 057 326 (All-inclusive package and not negotiable)
The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement annually.
 
REQUIREMENTS
Matric certificate plus an LLB degree or any equivalent and related qualification at NQF level 8 as recognised by SAQA. Five (5) years appropriate post qualification experience as a Legal Practitioner at a middle management level. Five (5) years post admission experience as a legal practitioner with the right of appearance in the High Court. Experience in compliance and monitoring in a regulatory environment such as international or local human rights bodies or any other regulatory body.
 
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
Knowledge of POPIA and PAIA, knowledge of other relevant laws and Acts of Parliament, Regulations, Government protocols, Strategic Planning, Financial Management, Agreements, Legal Policy development, Programme and Project Management, Excellent Legal Analytical Skills, Excellent Writing and Verbal Communication and Management of Interest and Pressure Groups and ability to work under pressure.
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
● Receive and scrutinise Annual Reports submitted to the Regulator by public and private bodies in terms of section 32 of PAIA.
● Keep records of all previous annual reports of public and private bodies submitted to the SA Human Rights Commission.
● Obtain the number, nature and outcome of PAIA related complaints dealt with other bodies such as the Public Protector South Africa.
● Make general enquiries on any matter, legislation, common law and any practice and procedure concerning objects of PAIA.
● Obtain from the private bodies information about requests for access to their records.
● Update the existing PAIA guide.
● Effectively and efficiently manage all resources allocated to the Unit.
 
 

 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
● Act as Spokesperson for the Regulator and interact with the various media houses and receive media queries to be attended to by the Regulator.
● Development and implementation of Communication and Branding Strategy, Policy and Plan for the Regulator.
● Coordinate the provision of Media Relations, Monitoring and Analysis services.
● Ensure that the Regulator is visible by promoting it through various social media platforms.
● Coordinate Outreach Programmes, Campaigns and Exhibitions.
● Manage the website content and ensure timely and continuous updating of the information.
● Conduct research on best practice relating to internal and external communication.
● Manage the dissemination of information from external clients to various Divisions.
● Manage the provision of publication and production services of corporate documents such as strategic plans, annual reports, newsletters etc.
● Effectively and efficiently manage all resources allocated to the Unit.
 
 
 
 
 
POST: PERSONAL ASSISTANT (PA) TO THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
REFERENCE: IR8/08/2020
CENTRE: HEAD OFFICE, BRAAMFONTEIN
SALARY LEVEL: 7
SALARY R257 508 (Basic Salary per Annum and not negotiable)
 
REQUIREMENTS
● Matric certificate plus Secretarial Diploma or equivalent and related qualification at NQF Level 6.
● 3-5 years’ experience in rendering secretarial support services to senior or executive management officials.
● Knowledge of Acts, Regulations, Policies and Procedures governing the public sector.
● Basic knowledge of office administration and interaction with clients.
● Driver’s license is required.
● Experience in providing executive support to the higher level offices will be an added advantage.
● Certificate in Microsoft office or typing will be an added advantage.
 
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
● Office management and administration.
● Good telephone etiquette.
● Computer literacy with advanced knowledge of Microsoft packages and good typing skills.
● Ability to conduct basic research.
● Time management.
● Analytical skills and pay attention to details.
● Interpersonal relations.
● Excellent Communication (writing and verbal) Skills with experience in reporting writing.
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
● Receive and make telephone calls on behalf of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
● Effectively manage diary and all activities in the CEO’s Office.
● Render administrative support such as coordination of travel and accommodation as well as prepare travel claims for the CEO.
● Provide logistical support with regard to the administration of the budget for the CEO’s Office.
● Organise meetings on behalf of the CEO and ensure that minutes are timely prepared.
● Receive written correspondences and direct them to relevant offices and follow-up of responses.
● Prepare submissions, letters, memo and reports on behalf of the CEO.
● Typing of documents on behalf of the CEO.
● Perform other administrative duties assigned to him/her by the CEO.
 
 
 
 
 
 
POSTS: PA TO THE TWO (2) MEMBERS OF THE REGULATOR
REFERENCE: IR9/08/2020
CENTRE: HEAD OFFICE (JOHANNESBURG)
SALARY LEVEL: 7
SALARY: R257 508 (Basic Salary per Annum and not negotiable)
The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement annually.
 
REQUIREMENTS
● Matric certificate plus Secretarial Diploma or equivalent and related qualification at NQF Level 6.
● 3-5 years’ experience in rendering secretarial support services to senior or executive management officials.
● Knowledge of Acts, Regulations, Policies and Procedures governing the public sector.
● Basic knowledge of office administration and interaction with clients.
● Driver’s license is required.
● Experience in providing executive support to the higher level offices will be an added advantage.
● Certificate in Microsoft office or typing will be an added advantage.
 
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
● Office management and administration.
● Good telephone etiquette.
● Computer literacy with advanced knowledge of Microsoft packages and good typing skills.
● Ability to conduct basic research.
● Time management.
● Analytical skills and pay attention to details.
● Interpersonal relations.
● Excellent Communication (writing and verbal) Skills with experience in reporting writing.
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
● Receive and make telephone calls on behalf of the two (2) Members.
● Effectively manage diary and all activities in the two (2) Members Offices.
● Render administrative support such as coordination of travel and accommodation as well as prepare travel claims for the two (2) Members.
● Provide logistical support and administration of the budget for the two (2) Members’ Office.
● Organise meetings and timely prepare minutes on behalf of the two (2) Members.
● Receive written correspondences and direct them to relevant offices and follow-up of responses.
● Prepare submissions, letters, memo and reports on behalf of the two (2) Members.
● Typing of documents on behalf of the two (2) Members.
● Perform other administrative duties assigned to him/her by the two (2) Members.
 
 
 
 
 
POST: MANAGER: EDUCATION AND PUBLIC AWARENESS (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
REFERENCE: IR10/08/2020
CENTRE: HEAD OFFICE, BRAAMFONTEIN
SALARY LEVEL: 11
SALARY: R733 257 (All-inclusive package and not negotiable
The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement annually.
 
REQUIREMENTS
Matric Certificate plus a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Science or Communication Science (with specialty in Education, Training and Development) or equivalent qualification at NQF Level 7. Minimum of five (5) years’ experience of which three (3) years must be in supervisory or junior management level within the education and training environment designing and delivering training programmes. Accreditation as an Assessor or Moderator in terms of the Skills Development Act, 97 of 1998 as amended.
 
KEY SKILLS/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
Knowledge of POPIA and PAIA and relevant Acts of Parliament, Regulations, Government Protocols, Strategic Planning, Financial Management, Policies, Programme and Project Management skills, Analytical skills, Good Writing and Verbal Communication skills, Good knowledge of Stakeholder Management Principles and Practices, Training Course Material development, Conducting of assessment and also Moderation in terms of the SDA; and managing Interest and Pressure groups.
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
● Conduct educational and public awareness programmes.
● Conduct needs analysis on public awareness programmes.
● Develop education and public awareness course material.
● Facilitate stakeholder engagement on PAIA and POPIA.
● Monitor impact of educational programmes.
● Effectively and efficiently manage all resources allocated to the Unit.

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IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
● All the above-mentioned positions are permanent and appointment will be done in terms of section 47 of POPIA as the Enabling Act.
● Applications must be submitted on Z83 Form (obtainable from the Regulator’s Website at www.justice.gov.za/inforeg/vacancies  or any Public Service Institution), which must be originally signed (Hand written signature and not electronic) and dated by the applicant.
● Candidates are advised to complete all the sections of the Z83 Application Form and indicate whether they belong to professional bodies and have criminal record or not.
● Applications must be accompanied by a detailed and recent Curriculum vitae with two (2) contactable referees; certified copies of educational qualifications (including matric certificate) and Identity Document or Passport documents and driver’s license (all documents must have been certified and dated within the last six (6) months).
● Should a candidate be in possession of foreign qualification(s), such must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate obtained from the SAQA to confirm the appropriate NQF Level.
● Failure to comply with any of the above instructions will result in the application being disqualified.
● Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
● The Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) has issued a directive that all persons appointed in SMS positions must produce a pre-entry certificate referred to as Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme (Nyukela) as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG). Recommended candidates must ensure that they are in possession of this certificate before their appointment can be finalised. To view full details of the course click the link that follow: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme/
● If an applicant wishes to withdraw an application, this must be done in writing.
● As part of the selection process, shortlisted candidates may be subjected to processes such as security screening; competency assessment (only for SMS positions); previous or current employment reference checks and qualifications verification.
● Due to high volume of applications anticipated, there will be no acknowledgement of applications and further communication will only be made with the shortlisted candidates. Applicants who do not receive communication or feedback within (3) months after the closing date must consider their applications unsuccessful
● The Regulator reserves the right to withdraw any advertised position or not to appoint.
● Enquires related to the above posts may only be directed to Mr Bheki Sibiya at Tel No. 010 023 5212 or Cell No. 0603582766.
 
 
CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY, 18 SEPTEMBER 2020
 
Applications may be submitted to:
By email: recruitment.ir@justice.gov.za
 
Hand delivery:
Please place applications in the applicable box at the Security Area (Ground Floor of Forum 3)
For attention: Mr Bheki Sibiya
 
Information Regulator
33 Hoofd Street, Forum 3, Ground Floor, Braampark
Braamfontein, Johannesburg
2017
 
Courier Services:
Executive: Corporate Services
Information Regulator
33 Hoofd Street, Forum 3, Third Floor, Braampark
Braamfontein, Johannesburg
2017
For attention: Mr Bheki Sibiya
 
Postal Services
Executive: Corporate Services
Information Regulator
P.O. Box 31533
Braamfontein
2017
For attention: Mr Bheki Sibiya