INFORMATION REGULATOR (SOUTH AFRICA) VACANCIES

 
The Information Regulator (Regulator) is a juristic person established in terms of Section 39 of the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA) which enjoins the Regulator to be independent and impartial and to perform its functions and exercise its powers without fear, favour or prejudice. It is accountable to the National Assembly and has jurisdiction throughout the Republic of South Africa. The Regulator is responsible for the promotion and protection of the right to privacy as it relates to the protection of personal information and right of access to information. In this regard, it exercises its powers and performs its functions in accordance with POPIA and the Promotion of Access to Information Act 2 of 2000 as amended (PAIA). The Regulator consists of five (5) Members namely: the Chairperson and four (4) ordinary Members appointed by the President of the Republic of South Africa for a five (5) year term. The Chairperson and two (2) ordinary Members are appointed on a full-time and the other two (2) Members on a part-time basis. Section 47 of POPIA empowers the Regulator to establish its own administration to assist it in the performance of its functions. In this regard, the Regulator must appoint the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and other staff members to assist it in the performance of its functions.
 
The Head Office of the Regulator is situated in Braamfontein, Johannesburg. The Regulator is currently hereby inviting suitably qualified candidates whose appointment will promote equity and representivity to submit applications for the vacant positions listed below: Women and Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
 
For detailed information please visit our website www.inforegulator.org.za vacancies.

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INTERNAL/EXTERNAL ADVERT
 
POST: EXECUTIVE: PROMOTION OF ACCESS TO INFORMATION ACT (PAIA) 
DIVISION: PAIA 
REFERENCE: IR1/10/2024 
SALARY LEVEL: FIFTEEN (15) 
CENTRE: HEAD OFFICE: BRAAMFONTEIN (JOHANNESBURG) 
SALARY: R1 741 770.00 (All-inclusive package per annum and not negotiable) 
The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement annually.
 
REQUIREMENTS

• Matric Certificate plus an LLB Degree at National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Level 8 as recognised by South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA); 
• Relevant experience as a Legal Practitioner (Admission as Advocate or Attorney); 
• 8-10 of relevant experience at Senior Management Level of which five (5) years must be post admission experience as Advocate or Attorney; 
• Knowledge of relevant International or Regional Treaties; and 
• Valid Driver’s licence. 

 
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED 
Knowledge of POPIA and PAIA, Regulatory Frameworks, Strategic Planning, Monitoring and Reporting, Financial Management Skills, Project Management Skills, Analytical Skills, Strategic Capability and Leadership, People Management and Empowerment, Legal Drafting and Dispute Resolution skills, Application and Interpretation of Law, Policy Development and Interpretation, Research and Analysis skills, Excellent knowledge of stakeholder Management principles and practices, Excellent Stakeholder Management Skills, Excellent Written and Verbal Communication, ability to work with diverse communities and proven ability to interact with high level officials in the Private and Public sector. 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS 

• Manage handling of complaints and the conducting of investigations; 
• Manage monitoring of compliance with provisions of PAIA by Public and Private bodies; 
• Manage enforcement of PAIA; 
• Manage consultations with interested parties; 
• Manage development and compliance with Codes of Conduct; 
• Develop Division’s Annual Performance Plan (APP) and Operational Budget; 
• Prepare and align Divisional budget with the operational plans; 
• Submit monthly, quarterly and annual performance reports against the implementation of the Annual Performance and Operational Plans. 
• Manage and provide leadership to the division; 
• Effectively and efficiently manage all the resources allocated to the Division. 
• Ensure provision of policy and strategic direction of the PAIA Division. 

 
Applications for this position may be submitted by email as follows:  Recruitment1@infoRegulator.org.za
 
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES 

• The above-mentioned position is permanent and appointment will be done in terms of section 47 of the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA) as the enabling Act. 
• Applications must be submitted on a new application form for employment (Z83) which came into effect on 1 January 2021. The new Z83 for can be downloaded at www.dpsa.gov.za-vacancies or https://inforegulator.org.za/vacancies/.  
• Received applications with an incorrect Z83 form will not be considered. 
• Ensure that the Z83 form is signed and dated before you submit your application. Please use your signature or valid e-signature and your name written in block/typed print. A Z83 not signed and dated will be deemed regret. 
• Candidates are advised to complete all the sections of the Z83 Form in full (A to G and Declaration) and indicate whether they belong to professional bodies and have criminal record or not. 
• A detailed and recent CV with two (2) contactable referees must be attached. 
• Certified copies of qualifications that are not older than six (06) months and Identity Document or Passport document will be requested from the short-listed candidates. 
• Should a candidate be in possession of foreign qualification(s), such must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate obtained from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) to confirm the appropriate National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Level. 
• Candidates for permanent positions must indicate their current Salary Notch on their CV, particularly on employment history. 
• Applications can be submitted by courier, hand delivery or email. 
• Candidates who choose to email their applications should adhere to the following instructions: 
• Write the correct name of the position and reference number as the subject on the email. 
• Due to size requirements of our mailbox, applicants must zip their documents before submitting to the Regulator. 
• It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that his/her application is delivered in the correct mailbox of the Regulator. 
• The Regulator will not take responsibility for any email which was not delivered. 
• Applicants are advised to use the provided alternative ways of submitting their applications should they experience problems when submitting online. 
• 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. 
• If an applicant wishes to withdraw an application, it must be done in writing. 
• As part of the selection process, shortlisted candidates may be subjected to processes such as Security Screening, Reference Checks and Qualifications Verification. 
• Successful candidates will serve probation for a period of twelve (12) months. 
• Any successful candidate in one of the advertised positions will be required to enter an employment contract and also sign a Performance Agreement on an annual basis. 
• It is the Regulator’s intention to promote equity and representativity through the filling of these posts and to facilitate this process, an indication of important demographic information such as race, gender and type of disability, if any, is required. 
• 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. 
• The successful candidate must possess Senior Management Service (SMS) Pre-Entry Certificate, (referred to (Nyukela Certificate), that is endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG). Nyukela Certificate must be submitted before appointment for successful candidate can be finalised. The course is available at the NSG website under the name Certificate for entry into SMS and the full details can be obtained by clicking the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme//
• Candidates who do not comply with the instructions will be disqualified. 
• Applicants who do not receive feedback within three (3) months after the closing date must accept that their applications were unsuccessful. 
• The Regulator reserves the right to withdraw any advertised position or not to appoint. 
• Enquiries related to the above posts may be directed to MMadibana@infoRegulator.org.za  

 
CLOSING DATE: 18 OCTOBER 2024 AT 16H00
 
Applications may be submitted as follows:
1. By email as indicated on each advertisement 
2. Hand delivery: 
Place applications in the applicable box at the Security Area (Ground Floor) 
27 Stiemens Street 
JD House 
Ground Floor 
Braamfontein, Johannesburg 
2017
 
3. Courier service:
For attention: Ms Moeahabo Madibana 
INFORMATION REGULATOR 
Human Resource Management 
27 Stiemens Street 
JD House 
use, 4th floor 
Braamfontein, Johannesburg 
2017
 
Disclaimer
The personal information submitted herein shall be solely used for processing your application for a job with the Information Regulator (Regulator) and/or subsequent appointment should your application be successful. 
All the personal information submitted herein shall be used for the purpose stated above, as mandated by the POPIA. By submitting your personal information, you agree that such information may be disclosed to the third party for verification of qualifications, reference checks, citizenship and criminal checks. The Regulator undertakes to ensure that appropriate security control measures are implemented to protect all your personal information submitted.

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INTERNAL/EXTERNAL ADVERT
 
POST: MANAGER: FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING 
DIVISION: FINANCE 
REFERENCE: IR2/10/2024 
CENTRE: HEAD OFFICE: BRAAMFONTEIN (JOHANNESBURG) 
SALARY LEVEL: ELEVEN (11) 
SALARY: R 849 702. 00 (all-inclusive package per annum and not negotiable) 
The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement annually.
 
REQUIREMENTS

• Matric certificate plus a Bachelor’s Degree in Financial Accounting or equivalent qualification in related field rated at National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Level 7 as recognised South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA); 
• Minimum of three (3) years in a financial accounting environment at a Junior Management Level; 
• Knowledge of Acts, Regulations, Policies and Procedures applicable in the public sector; 
• Knowledge and experience of Generally Recognised Accounting Practices (GRAP);and 
• Working knowledge and experience of Basic Accounting System (BAS), PERSAL and Logistical Information System (LOGIS). 

 
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED 
Analytical, planning, leadership, organising, people management and development, report writing, conflict management, financial management; change management; knowledge management; service delivery innovation; problem solving and analysis; client orientation and customer focus; and communication. 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS 

• Expenditure management and reporting; 
• Effectively manage revenue and losses; 
• Management of debts; 
• Management and control of systems; 
• Administration of suspense accounts and bookkeeping services; 
• Monitoring and evaluation of financial compliance to applicable legislation; 
• Manage the process of interface of Persal to BAS; 
• Ensure that all payroll transactions have been accounted for; 
• Ensure PAYE reconciliation and monthly payment of South African Revenue Service (SARS); 
• Detect and prevent Irregular, Fruitless and Unauthorised Expenditure; and 
• Supervise and authorise work that has been done in the division. 

 
Applications for this position may be submitted by email as follows:  Recruitment1@infoRegulator.org.za
 
 
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES 

• The above-mentioned position is permanent and appointment will be done in terms of section 47 of the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA) as the enabling Act. 
• Applications must be submitted on a new application form for employment (Z83) which came into effect on 1 January 2021. The new Z83 for can be downloaded at www.dpsa.gov.za-vacancies or https://inforegulator.org.za/vacancies/.  
• Received applications with an incorrect Z83 form will not be considered. 
• Ensure that the Z83 form is signed and dated before you submit your application. Please use your signature or valid e-signature and your name written in block/typed print. A Z83 not signed and dated will be deemed regret. 
• Candidates are advised to complete all the sections of the Z83 Form in full (A to G and Declaration) and indicate whether they belong to professional bodies and have criminal record or not. 
• A detailed and recent CV with two (2) contactable referees must be attached. 
• Certified copies of qualifications that are not older than six (06) months and Identity Document or Passport document will be requested from the short-listed candidates. 
• Should a candidate be in possession of foreign qualification(s), such must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate obtained from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) to confirm the appropriate National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Level. 
• Candidates for permanent positions must indicate their current Salary Notch on their CV, particularly on employment history. 
• Applications can be submitted by courier, hand delivery or email. 
• Candidates who choose to email their applications should adhere to the following instructions: 
• Write the correct name of the position and reference number as the subject on the email. 
• Due to size requirements of our mailbox, applicants must zip their documents before submitting to the Regulator. 
• It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that his/her application is delivered in the correct mailbox of the Regulator. 
• The Regulator will not take responsibility for any email which was not delivered. 
• Applicants are advised to use the provided alternative ways of submitting their applications should they experience problems when submitting online. 
• 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. 
• If an applicant wishes to withdraw an application, it must be done in writing. 
• As part of the selection process, shortlisted candidates may be subjected to processes such as Security Screening, Reference Checks and Qualifications Verification. 
• Successful candidates will serve probation for a period of twelve (12) months. 
• Any successful candidate in one of the advertised positions will be required to enter an employment contract and also sign a Performance Agreement on an annual basis. 
• It is the Regulator’s intention to promote equity and representativity through the filling of these posts and to facilitate this process, an indication of important demographic information such as race, gender and type of disability, if any, is required. 
• 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. 
• The successful candidate must possess Senior Management Service (SMS) Pre-Entry Certificate, (referred to (Nyukela Certificate), that is endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG). Nyukela Certificate must be submitted before appointment for successful candidate can be finalised. The course is available at the NSG website under the name Certificate for entry into SMS and the full details can be obtained by clicking the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme//
• Candidates who do not comply with the instructions will be disqualified. 
• Applicants who do not receive feedback within three (3) months after the closing date must accept that their applications were unsuccessful. 
• The Regulator reserves the right to withdraw any advertised position or not to appoint. 
• Enquiries related to the above posts may be directed to MMadibana@infoRegulator.org.za  

 
CLOSING DATE: 18 OCTOBER 2024 AT 16H00
 
Applications may be submitted as follows:
1. By email as indicated on each advertisement 
2. Hand delivery: 
Place applications in the applicable box at the Security Area (Ground Floor) 
27 Stiemens Street 
JD House 
Ground Floor 
Braamfontein, Johannesburg 
2017
 
3. Courier service:
For attention: Ms Moeahabo Madibana 
INFORMATION REGULATOR 
Human Resource Management 
27 Stiemens Street 
JD House 
use, 4th floor 
Braamfontein, Johannesburg 
2017
 
Disclaimer
The personal information submitted herein shall be solely used for processing your application for a job with the Information Regulator (Regulator) and/or subsequent appointment should your application be successful. 
All the personal information submitted herein shall be used for the purpose stated above, as mandated by the POPIA. By submitting your personal information, you agree that such information may be disclosed to the third party for verification of qualifications, reference checks, citizenship and criminal checks. The Regulator undertakes to ensure that appropriate security control measures are implemented to protect all your personal information submitted.
 
Adv. FDP Tlakula (Chairperson), Adv. LC Stroom-Nzama (Full-time Member), Adv. JC Weapond (Full-time Member), Ms. AR Tilley (Part-time Member), Mr. MV Gwala (Part-time Member). Mr. M Mosala (Chief Executive Officer)