KWAZULU NATAL DEPARTMENT OF ARTS AND CULTURE

Applicants, who do not comply with the instructions indicated above, will be disqualified. Applications received after the closing date will be disqualified. Candidates should not send their applications through registered mail as the Department will not take the responsibility for non-collection of these applications. It is our intention to promote representivity in the Department through the filling of these posts. The candidature of applicants from designated groups, especially in respect of people with disabilities, will receive preference. It must further be noted that all recommended candidates will be subjected to suitability checks prior to being appointed. The candidate/s shortlisted for SMS position/s will be subjected to mandatory technical exercise before the interview process and thereafter, if successful, will undergo competency assessment as per DPSA directives. 

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MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER – FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT REF NO: DAC 73/18 
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SALARY: R1 189 338 - R1 422 012 per annum (Level 14) (All-inclusive package) 
CENTRE: Head Office, Pietermaritzburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree [NQF7] in Financial Management / Auditing /Commerce, or an appropriate equivalent qualification, coupled with a minimum of eight [8] years experience in Finance, five [5] of which should be at an SMS/ CFO level. Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team. Good understanding of the public service legislation and prescripts applicable to Government, including systems and procedures. Ability to work independently, yet function optimally as part of a dynamic team. Professionalism, good work ethics, honesty, reliability and team work. Good negotiation and conflict resolution skills. Critical analysis, research, analytical and project management skills. Knowledge of Treasury Regulations, PFMA, Risk Management, Internal Auditing and Supply Chain Management policies. Good communication skills (written and verbal). Computer Literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc). Valid code 8/EB driver’s license. 
 
DUTIES: Manage the development, implementation and maintenance of effective, efficient and sound financial management systems in the department. Manage the implementation and maintenance of effective internal control and compliance systems. Manage the provision of effective supply chain and asset management services. Ensure the development, reviewal and implementation of financial management policies to ensure effective /optimal use of finances and accountability thereof. Supervise, develop and manage employees’ performance in accordance with the Employee Performance Management and Development System (EPMDS). 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr NP Chonco Tel No: [033] 264 3400 
 

 
 
OTHER POSTS
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR 
SALARY: R826 053 – R973 047 per annum (Level 12) (All-inclusive package) 
CENTRE: Northern Regional Office, Ulundi: Uthungulu District Ref No: DAC 75/18; Zululand District Ref No: DAC76/18 [Re- advertisement] 
Western Regional Office- Ladysmith: Amajuba District Ref No: DAC 77/18 [Re- advertisement] 
 
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree/ three [3] year National tertiary qualification in Fine Arts, Arts and Drama, Creative Arts or an appropriate equivalent qualification, coupled with a minimum of five [5] years relevant experience, three [3] of which should be at a Managerial level/ Assistant Director and a proven track record experience in Arts and Culture. Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team. Good understanding of the public service legislation and prescripts applicable to Government, including systems and procedures. Ability to work independently, yet function optimally as part of a dynamic team. Good negotiation and conflict resolution skills. Critical analysis, research, analytical and project management skills. Knowledge of PFMA. Computer Literacy (MS Word, Excel, Power Point, etc). Good communication skills (written and verbal). Valid code 8/EB driver’s license. 
 
DUTIES: Manage the implementation of developmental programmes for the creative industry (visual and performing) as well as business developmental programmes for artists. Manage and implement social cohesion programmes, moral regeneration, indigenous knowledge system and culture advancement programmes. Manage translation services and literature development programmes. Provide support to arts and culture structures. Manage the functioning and implementation of programmes in arts and culture, cultural organizations and cultural institutions. Manage all resources allocated within the District. Supervise, develop and manage employees’ performance in accordance with the Employee Performance Management and Development System (EPMDS). 
 
ENQUIRIES: Uthungulu and Zululand District - Ms JPR Nxumalo Tel No: [035] 870 8447 
Amajuba District – Dr NF Biyela Tel No: [036] 6377978 
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR LEGAL ADMINISTRATION OFFICER – LEGAL SERVICES REF NO: DAC 74/18 
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SALARY: R725 487 – R1 084 437 per annum [MR6] (All-inclusive package) 
CENTRE: Head Office, Pietermaritzburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate four [4] year legal qualification, LLB or an appropriate equivalent qualification, coupled with a minimum of eight [8] years in the legal profession, two [2] of which should be at a managerial level. Sound knowledge of applicable legislation, constitutional law, law of contracts, administrative law and interpretation of statutes. Professionalism, good work ethics, honesty, reliability and team work. Ability to work independently, yet function optimally as part of a dynamic. Good negotiation and conflict resolution skills. Critical analysis, research, analytical and project management skills. Good communication skills (written and verbal). Computer Literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc). Valid code 8/EB driver’s license. 
 
DUTIES: Manage litigation cases affecting the Department. Implement the legislative drafting program emerging from the rationalization program. Provide general legal advice. Implement systems that promote legal compliance. Edit departmental policies. Draft departmental contracts. Manage and monitor departmental contracts in accordance with CMP [Contract Management Plan]. Manage all resources allocated to the Directorate. Supervise, develop and manage employees’ performance in accordance with the Employee Performance Management and Development System (EPMDS). 
 
ENQUIRIES: Adv. N Khamba –Ngunuza Tel No: [033] 264 3400 
 
 
 
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR – INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY REF NO: DAC 78/18 
SALARY: R697 011 - R821 052 per annum (Level 11) (All-inclusive package) 
CENTRE: Head Office, Pietermaritzburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate National Diploma / Degree in IT or Computer Science related field, coupled with a minimum of five [5] years relevant experience, three [3] of which should be at a Managerial level/ Assistant Director. Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team. Good understanding of the public service legislation and prescripts applicable to Government, including systems and procedures. Ability to work independently, yet function optimally as part of a dynamic team. Good negotiation and conflict resolution skills. Critical analysis, research, analytical and project management skills. Knowledge of PFMA. Computer literacy [Computer operation/ network]. Knowledge of E-governance and Communication policy. Good communication skills (written and verbal). Valid code 8/EB driver’s license. 
 
DUTIES: Manage development of efficient and effective IT systems and implementation of e- governance for the department through the development of information technology enabler policies and strategies, standards, norms, guidelines, best practices and procedures. Manage IT related business solutions in support of the department’s service delivery plan, information technology plan and operational plans to give effect to the strategic direction and management plans of the department. Manage relationships through proper control of Business Agreements [BA] and Service Level Agreements [SLA’s] with SITA and /or other suppliers of information management and information technology goods and service. Create an enabling environment [technologies] for the department to be able to perform more effectively and efficiently. Manage the provisioning of IT service help desk support services. Manage the administration of the department’s network systems. Manage all the resources allocated to the Sub- directorate. Supervise, develop and manage employees’ performance in accordance with the Employee Performance Management and Development System (EPMDS). 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr L Mtshali Tel No: [033] 264 3400 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: COMMUNICATION SERVICES REF NO: DAC 79/18 
SALARY: R356 289 – R430 389 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE: Head Office, Pietermaritzburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate 3 year tertiary qualification in Communication/Journalism/ marketing field, coupled with a minimum of three – five (3-5) years relevant experience in communication environment. Knowledge of legislation related to the Department and to the post. Knowledge of project management, planning and organizational skills Good communication (written and verbal) skills. Good interpersonal relations skills. Critical analysis and research skills. Problem Solving, negotiation/ Consultation and Presentation skills. Computer Literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc). Valid code 8/EB driver’s license. 
 
DUTIES: Develop internal communications strategies for the department. Coordinate and manage the Department’s internal external communication publications i.e newsletter. Generate and maintain departmental website, intranet, extranet and social media content. Create and maintain relationships with media houses. Manage the Department’s social media platforms e.g twitter feed, facebook account etc. Manage all the resources allocated to the Sub- directorate. Supervise, develop and manage employees’ performance in accordance with the Employee Performance Management and Development System (EPMDS). 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr L Mtshali Tel No: [033] 341 3600
 

 
 
PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE DIRECTOR 
SALARY: R242 475 - R285 630 per annum (Level 07) 
CENTRE: Head Office, Pietermaritzburg Ref No: DAC80/18 
Northern Region, Ulundi Ref No: DAC81/18 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Secretariat Diploma, or an appropriate equivalent qualification, coupled with a minimum of three – five [3 –5] years relevant experience. Good telephone etiquette. Sound organizational skills. Good interpersonal skills. High level of reliability and confidentiality. Basic knowledge of PFMA. Knowledge of the relevant legislation, policies, prescripts and procedures. Ability to do research and analyze documents and situations. Good communication (written and verbal) skills. Computer Literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc). Valid code 8/EB driver’s license. 
 
DUTIES: Provide secretarial/receptionist support services to the Director. Provide support services to the Director regarding meetings. Render support services to the Director with the administration of the budget, including the compilation of commitment registers. Organize the Director’s diary. Render general office management. Render registry services in office of the /Director. Acknowledge correspondence and type documents for the Director. Study the relevant Public Service and Departmental prescripts/ policies and other documents to ensure that the application thereof is understood properly. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Head Office: SCM- Mr G Ngcobo Tel No: [033] 264 3400 
Northern Regional Office, Ms JPR Nxumalo Tel No: [035] 870 8447 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SYSTEMS DEVELOPER– INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY, HEAD OFFICE, PIETERMARITZBURG REF NO: DAC8218 
SALARY: R242 475 - R285 630 per annum (Level 07) 
CENTRE: Head Office, Pietermaritzburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate three [3] year National Diploma/ Degree in IT, coupled with a minimum of one-two [1-2] years relevant experience. Certificate in Web Management is an added advantage. Good strategic communication skills. Good interpersonal skills. High. Knowledge of the relevant legislation, policies, prescripts and procedures. Knowledge of design, print and writing. Knowledge of e-governance and Communication policy. Good communication (written and verbal) skills. Computer Literacy in Web design packages. Knowledge of project management, presentation, report writing, planning and organizational skills. Valid code 8/EB driver’s license. 
 
DUTIES: Undertake the planning of the site [intranet and internet] design by developing an effective systems design functionality. Design and install a protection system that ensures optimal protection of departmental web assets. Undertake research and keep abreast with latest technologies. Maintain site functionality by installing and configuring server software. Provide advice and guidance. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr L Mtshali Tel No: [033] 264 3400 
SERVICE DESK OFFICER– INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY, HEAD OFFICE, PIETERMARITZBURG REF NO: DAC83/18 
SALARY: R242 475 - R285 630 per annum (Level 07) 
CENTRE: Head Office, Pietermaritzburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate three [3] year IT tertiary qualification and ITIL V3, coupled with a minimum of three- five [3-5] years experience in IT Service Desk environment. Good interpersonal skills. Knowledge of the relevant legislation, policies, prescripts and procedures. Knowledge of IT Policy. Knowledge of IT related skills. Good communication (written and verbal) skills. Computer Literacy in Web design packages. Knowledge of project management, presentation, report writing, planning and organizational skills. Valid code 8/EB driver’s license. 
 
DUTIES: Oversee aspects of the requests, incidents and problems. Train, coach and mentor service desk staff in relation to service desk standards. Provide data and reporting of KPI’s and trends to IT department and others as needed. Oversee solutions repository and ensure top quality solutions are available to the staff. Manage process for communicating Outage/emergency activities to the organization. Supervise, develop and manage employees’ performance in accordance with the Employee Performance Management and Development System (EPMDS) 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr L Mtshali Tel No: [033] 264 3400 
 
 
 
 
 
CYBERCADET – NORTHERN REGIONAL OFFICE-MBAZWANE LIBRARY REF NO: DAC84/18 
SALARY: R163 563 – R192 666 per annum (Level 05) 
CENTRE: Northern Regional Office, Mbazwane 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Standard 10/ Grade 12 Certificate or an appropriate equivalent certificate plus Comp Tia Accredited A+, coupled with a minimum of six [6] months relevant experience. Good communication (written and verbal) skills. Computer Literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc). Valid code 8/EB driver’s license. 
 
DUTIES: Provide advice to Library users on the use of the Information and Communication Technology [ICT]. Conduct ICT training for public library users and ensure that ICT hardware, software and network connectivity are maintained. Ensure adherence to ICT policies and guidance. Provide support to the Librarian on the usage of ICT. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms Z Mdletshe Tel No: [035] 571 6200 
 
 
 
 
 
GENERAL WORKER – SKINNER CAMP REF NO: DAC85/18 
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SALARY: R96 549 - R113 730 per annum (Level 02) 
CENTRE: Southern Regional, Pietermaritzburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Standard 8/ABET certificate or an appropriate equivalent qualification/ certificate. General knowledge of utilizing cleaning equipment. Knowledge of occupational health and safety measures. Basic communication [written and verbal] skills. Ability to perform physically demanding duties. 
 
DUTIES: Clean the buildings. Maintain houses. Maintain laundry. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mrs HC Gumede Tel No: [033] 345 3171