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KWAZULU NATAL DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORT VACANCIES
KWAZULU NATAL DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORT
APPLICATIONS : Forward your application, quoting the relevant reference number to: Recruitment & Selection Section, Human Resource Practices Directorate, Private Bag X9043, Pietermaritzburg, 3200. Applications may alternatively be hand-delivered to the Office of the Department of Transport, Inkosi Mhlabunzima Maphumulo House, 172 Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg.
CLOSING DATE : 25 August 2023 (at 16h00). Applications received after the closing date and time will not be considered.
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the NEW Application for Employment Form, Z83 (obtainable on the internet at www.gov.za/documents). Applicants are advised that all fields of the new Z83 form are compulsory to complete and that the signature of the applicant is mandatory. Should an application be received using the incorrect application for employment (Z83) or the application is not completed in full, initialled and signed, such application will not be considered. The fully completed and signed Z83 must be accompanied by a detailed comprehensive CV. Kindly take note that only shortlisted candidates will be required to provide certified copies of required documents on or before the date of the interviews following communication from Human Resources. Curriculum Vitae (CV) dates of starting and leaving employment must be given as DD/MM/YY. Failure to comply with these instructions will lead to applications being disqualified. Should an applicant wish to apply for more than one post, separate applications must be submitted for each post applied for. Non-RSA Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit holders must provide a copy of their Permanent Residence Permits if shortlisted for an interview. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such if shortlisted for an interview. Under no circumstances will faxed or e-mailed applications be accepted. Receipt of applications will not be acknowledged due to the volume of applications and should you not receive an invitation to attend an interview within three (3) months of the closing date should assume that their application was unsuccessful. Please note that where experience is a requirement for the post, the successful candidate will be required to submit documentary proof of such work experience prior to assuming duty. A personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification) will be conducted prior to employment. Prior to appointment being made to an SMS post, the appointee must have completed the pre-entry certificate and must be in possession of such prior to taking up the post. The Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme, which is a public service specific training programme applicable to all applicants who aspire to join the SMS, is to ensure that potential SMS members have a background on processes and procedures linked to the SMS. The duration of the online Pre-Entry Programme is 120 notional hours (15 days). Full details may be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the department. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit an original SAP91 form with their fingerprints on the day of their interview. It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. The Department of Transport reserves the right not to fill the advertised post(s) at any stage of the recruitment process.
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the NEW Application for Employment Form, Z83 (obtainable on the internet at www.gov.za/documents). Applicants are advised that all fields of the new Z83 form are compulsory to complete and that the signature of the applicant is mandatory. Should an application be received using the incorrect application for employment (Z83) or the application is not completed in full, initialled and signed, such application will not be considered. The fully completed and signed Z83 must be accompanied by a detailed comprehensive CV. Kindly take note that only shortlisted candidates will be required to provide certified copies of required documents on or before the date of the interviews following communication from Human Resources. Curriculum Vitae (CV) dates of starting and leaving employment must be given as DD/MM/YY. Failure to comply with these instructions will lead to applications being disqualified. Should an applicant wish to apply for more than one post, separate applications must be submitted for each post applied for. Non-RSA Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit holders must provide a copy of their Permanent Residence Permits if shortlisted for an interview. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such if shortlisted for an interview. Under no circumstances will faxed or e-mailed applications be accepted. Receipt of applications will not be acknowledged due to the volume of applications and should you not receive an invitation to attend an interview within three (3) months of the closing date should assume that their application was unsuccessful. Please note that where experience is a requirement for the post, the successful candidate will be required to submit documentary proof of such work experience prior to assuming duty. A personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification) will be conducted prior to employment. Prior to appointment being made to an SMS post, the appointee must have completed the pre-entry certificate and must be in possession of such prior to taking up the post. The Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme, which is a public service specific training programme applicable to all applicants who aspire to join the SMS, is to ensure that potential SMS members have a background on processes and procedures linked to the SMS. The duration of the online Pre-Entry Programme is 120 notional hours (15 days). Full details may be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the department. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit an original SAP91 form with their fingerprints on the day of their interview. It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. The Department of Transport reserves the right not to fill the advertised post(s) at any stage of the recruitment process.
MANAGEMENT ECHELON
DIRECTOR: FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING REF NO: P 03/2023
SALARY : R1 162 200 per annum, (all Inclusive, flexible remuneration package)
CENTRE : Inkosi Mhlabunzima Maphumulo House, Pietermaritzburg
REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification in a Finance or Accounting field (NQF Level 7) as recognised by SAQA; plus A minimum of 5 years’ experience at a middle/senior managerial level in a financial management environment; plus A valid driver’s licence (minimum Code B). Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Required: Extensive knowledge of the financial prescripts of the Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations. Knowledge of advanced financial and analytical methodologies. Knowledge of the financial management information systems in the Province. Knowledge of the Labour Relations Act. Knowledge of computer-based information systems. Project management skills – provide financial information for planning and decision making by studying past, present and anticipated financial conditions and recommending courses of action. Communication skills – prepare reports required in terms of Public Service statutory framework by collecting, formatting and explaining information. Effective communication, negotiation and influencing skills. Functional ability – maintaining accounting controls, reconciling financial discrepancies, preparing financial reports, maintaining financial security, guiding staff, answering accounting procedure inquiries. Skills in coaching and developing people – ensure that staff are trained in financial practices and procedures. Improve senior management financial knowledge. Computer literacy. The ideal candidate should be a quick thinker – provide financial information for planning and decision making and recommending courses of action where tight deadlines apply. He / she should also be an innovative thinker, problem solver and a team player – contribute to team effort by accomplishing results as needed.
DUTIES : Manage departmental financial system and user configuration. Implement and maintain system policies from National and Provincial Treasury. Ensure improved Financial Accounting, i.e. develop, implement, maintain and coordinate accounting policies, reports, procedures and practices compliant with Generally Recognised Accounting Practices and in line with Modified Cash Standards. Ensure efficient management of departmental Bookkeeping and Accounting services and reporting thereof. Produce departmental financial reports, Annual Financial Statements and Interim Financial Statements. Facilitate improved financial management, i.e. develop, implement and co-ordinate accounting policies, procedures and practices compliant with generally recognised accounting practices. Co-ordinate the compilation of risk assessment and fraud prevention plans and the carrying out of compliance inspections to promote accountable financial administration.
ENQUIRIES : Mr T Nkosi Tel No: (033) 355 8792
FOR ATTENTION : Mr C McDougall
NOTE : It is the intention of this Department to consider equity targets when filling this position.