KWAZULU NATAL DEPARTMENT OF ARTS AND CULTURE

 
Duties: • Implement the Departmental Legislative programme • Manage the development and provision of support and guidance for the effective implementation of the contract management function • Ensure the proper management of litigation matters affecting the Department • Ensure effective provision of general legal support • Manage the resources of the Directorate • Implementation of Sukuma Sakhe [OSS] in the designated district • Supervise, develop and manage employees' performance in accordance with the Employee Performance Management and Development System (EPMDS).
 
Enquiries: Mr N.P. Chonco, tel. (033) 264 3400.
 
 
 
 
 
 
DIRECTOR: SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
Centre: Pietermaritzburg, Head Office Ref. No.: DAC 02/20
Salary Range: R1 057 326.00 - R1 245 495.00 p.a.
Salary Package: R1 057 326.00- R1 245 495.00 p.a. (An all-inclusive package to be structured in accordance with the rules of Senior Management Service) (Salary level 13)
 
Requirements: • An appropriate Bachelor's degree (NQF7) majors in Financial Management field or equivalent qualification coupled with a minimum of eight (8) years' relevant experience, five (5) of which should be at a MMS/SMS level • Extensive relevant experience in Procurement, supply chain management and Financial Management • 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 08/EB driver's licence.
 
Duties: • Manage the provision of an efficient and effective demand and acquisition • Provide a sound management of Departmental contracts and reporting • Mange asset management and logistics services • Ensure the provisioning of advice and guidance in terms of SCM, Asset Management and Loss Control to internal and external clients • Manage the development and implementation of SCM, Asset management and Loss Control policies, strategies, procedure manuals and best practices • Supervise, develop and manage employees' performance in accordance with the Employee Performance Management and Development System (EPMDS).
 
Enquiries: Mr N.P. Chonco, tel: (033) 264 3400.
 
 
 
 
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DEPUTY DIRECTOR: INFRASTRUCTURE
Centre: Pietermaritzburg, Head Office Ref. No.: DAC03/20
Salary Range: R733 257.00 - R863 748.00 p.a.
Salary Package: R733 257.00 p.a. (An all-inclusive package to be structured in accordance with the rules of Middle Management Service) (Salary level 11)
 
Requirements: • An appropriate three (3) year tertiary qualification in Built environment/related field or equivalent qualification, coupled with a minimum of five (5) years' relevant experience, three (3) of which should be at a managerial level/Assistant Director within the built environment • Experience in project management; including National Treasury Standard for Infrastructure Procurement and Delivery Management 2015; Construction Industry Development Board Act 2000 (Act No. 38 of 2 000) 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 financial management, negotiation and conflict resolution skills • Experience, expertise and practical knowledge of project management within the built environment • Knowledge of built environment • Good interpersonal relations skills, planning and organizational skills • Willingness to travel and work outside normal work hours • Good communication skills (written and verbal) • Computer literacy (MS. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc) • Valid Code 08/EB driver's licence.
 
Duties: • Develop policy strategy and ensure effective implementation • Support the development and implementation of infrastructure frameworks • Conduct research and compile infrastructure plans for the Department • Ensure proper construction and maintenance of infrastructure facilities • Manage improved spatial planning and development of infrastructure • Manage resources of the division • Monitor project [conduct site visits] and present reports • Manage and monitor compliance with industry regulations including EPWP and develop policy, strategy and ensure effective implementation • Liaise with stakeholders on infrastructure development matter • Supervise, develop and manage employees' performance in accordance with the Employee Performance Management and Development System (EPMDS.
 
Enquiries: Mr N.P. Chonco, tel: (033) 264 3400.
 
 
 
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: ACQUISITION AND DEMAND MANAGEMENT
Centre: Pietermaritzburg, Head Office Ref. No.: DAC04/20
Salary Range: R733 257.00 - R863 748.00 p.a.
Salary Package: R733 257.00 p.a. (An all-inclusive package to be structured in accordance with the rules of Middle Management Service) (Salary level 11)
 
Requirements: • An appropriate three (3) year tertiary qualification majors in Financial Management or equivalent qualification, coupled with a minimum of five (5) years' relevant experience, three (3) of which should be at a managerial level/Assistant Director • Knowledge of Public Service legislation and prescripts applicable to government, including systems and procedures • Knowledge of PFMA • Ability to work independently, yet function optimally as part of a dynamic team • Good work ethics, honesty, reliability and team work • Good office administration, planning and organizational skills • Good communication skill (written and verbal) • Good interpersonal relation skills • Knowledge of projects management • Computer literacy (MS. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc) • Valid Code 08/EB driver's licence.
 
Duties: • Manage the planning and acquisition of goods and services • Manage contract management services • Monitor, evaluate and report on the procurement of good and services in terms of the procurement plan • Provide advice and guidance in terms of all demand and acquisition management issues to internal and external clients. Develop policies and ensure implementation thereof • Manage all resources allocated within the Component • Supervise, develop and manage employees' performance in accordance with the Employee PerformanceManagement and Development System [EPMDS].
 
Enquiries: Mr N.P. Chonco, tel: (033) 264 3400.
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APPLICATIONS: Applications quoting the relevant reference number should be forwarded as follows: The Director: Human Resources Management and Development: Department of Arts and Culture, Private Bag X 9140, Pietermaritzburg, 3200, or 171 Boshoff Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3200. FOR ATTENTION: Mrs N.I.S. Mbhele.
 
CLOSING DATE: 24 JULY 2020.
 
NOTE: Applications must be submitted on the prescribed form Z83 [obtainable from any Public Service Department office], which must be originally signed and dated by the applicant and which must be accompanied by a detailed comprehensive CV and certified copies of original educational qualification certificates (not copies of certified copies), driver's license (where it is required) and certified copy of ID document. Failure to comply with the above instructions will result in applications being disqualified. Applicants applying for more than one post must submit a separate form Z83 (as well as the documentation mentioned above) in respect of each post being applied for. Under no circumstances will photostat copies or faxed copies of application documents be accepted. Applicants, who do not receive confirmation or feedback within two (2) months from the closing date, must accept that their applications were unsuccessful. Due to the large volume of applications to be processed, receipt of applications will not be acknowledged.
 
Applicants must also quote the relevant reference number and the name of the publication in which they saw the advertisement. 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 representativity 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. 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 a competency assessment as per DPSA directives. It must further be noted that all recommended candidates will be subjected to suitability checks prior to being appointed.