MPUMALANGA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION – DORA POSTS

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DIRECTOR: INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAM DELIVERY MANAGEMENT
Salary: An all-inclusive remuneration package of R 1 073 187 p.a. The package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs. The successful candidate will have to sign an annual performance agreement, annually disclose his/her financial interests and be subjected to a security clearance. Appointment will be subject to competency assessment. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job. 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.
 
Requirements: Degree in Built Environment (an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA and/or Post Graduate in Management – Degree in Built Environment will be the preferred qualification. 5 years’ experience as a middle manager. Proven outstanding managerial and service delivery competency. In depth understanding of infrastructure program delivery management. In-depth knowledge of policies, systems, processes, procedures and best practices pertaining to infrastructure projects and works inspections. Advanced planning, organizing, reporting and project management skills. Strong interpersonal-, networking-, written- and verbal communication skills at all levels. Proven ability to work with different stakeholders both in the public & private sectors. Excellent analytical and strategic thinking capabilities. Sound financial management skills. Proven supervisory and people management skills. Proficiency and computer skills in the Microsoft Office applications. Willingness to travel and work beyond normal working hours. Ability to work under pressure and produce excellent results. The ability to provide strategic leadership and to deliver excellent results under pressure will be a strong recommendation. Valid driver's license. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a relevant technical exercise. Please note: With effect from 1 April 2020, an individual may only qualify for appointment at SMS level provided that said official has successfully completed a Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme and that he/she can produce the required Pre-entry Certificate as issued by the National School of Governance (NSG) on her/his own cost. For further information related to the on-line course, interested officials are advised to contact nyukela@thensg.gov.za.
 
Duties: Manage the delivery of the total of Infrastructure Programme related to Capex, Minor capital and Maintenance projects through interaction with Districts and Schools and monitoring/oversight of Implementing Agent(s). Prepare Construction Procurement Strategies. Prepare Infrastructure Programme Management Plans. Manage construction procurement. Manage Implementing Agents and Contracts. Plan and manage maintenance at Schools. Manage people. Manage budgets.
 
Post Ref No T1/058 - Head Office, Mbombela
Enquiries: Ms N Maribe, Tel (013) 766 5274
 
 
 
 
 
 
CHIEF QUANTITY SURVEYOR GRADE A: PROJECTS IMPLEMENTATION
Salary: R 912 048 p.a.
 
Requirements: B Degree in Quantity Surveying. Registered as a Professional Quantity Surveyor with SACQSP. Six years’ relevant post-qualification (after completing qualification) experience. Planning and organising skills as well as financial management skills. Research and technical report writing skills. Mobile equipment operating skills. Programme and project management skills. Computer literate. Valid Drivers license.
 
Duties: Manage the delivery of the infrastructure built environment programmes and projects in line with the Provincial Infrastructure Delivery Management System [IDMS]. Prepare the construction procurement strategy and the Infrastructure Programme Management Plan. Prepare and/or approve Packages/Individual Project Briefs. Participate in the procurement of Professional Service Providers and Contractors. Contribute to the review and acceptance of the Infrastructure Programme Implementation Plan. Monitor the implementation of Programmes/Projects. Approve Project Stage reports & designs. Manage the interface between the end-user/community structures and Implementing Agent[s]. Manage people and budgets.
 
Post Ref No T1/001 - Head Office, Mbombela
Enquiries: Ms N Maribe, Tel (013) 766 5274
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ARCHITECT PRODUCTION GRADE A: PROJECTS IMPLEMENTATION
Salary: R 628 014 p.a.
 
Requirements: Degree in Architecture. Registered as a Professional Architect with SACAP. Three years’ relevant post qualification (after completing qualification) experience. Computer literate. Decision making-, analytical-, planning-, and problem solving skills. Valid driver’s license.
 
Duties: Customise architectural functional and technical norms and standards for all schools. Determine architectural policies, strategies, plans, procedures and criteria for all infrastructure projects and programmes. Undertake master planning and prepare project briefs, business cases, accommodation schedules and operational narratives. Make inputs to the User Asset Management Plans and Project Lists. Undertake research.
 
Post Ref No T1/002 - Head Office, Mbombela
Enquiries: Ms N Maribe, Tel (013) 766 5274
 
 
 
 
 
CHIEF WORKS INSPECTOR: WORKS INSPECTIONS
Salary: R 321 543 p.a.
 
Requirements: National Diploma in Building or Mechanical or Electrical or N3 with passed Trade Test or National Diploma in Engineering. Three to Five Years’ relevant post-qualification (after completing qualification) experience. Computer literate. Valid driver's license.
 
Duties: Plan and execute inspections on infrastructure projects and implement condition assessments. Prepare specifications for work. Develop bill of quantities. Develop proposals on associated costs. Implement inspections on all building projects. Facilitate and resolve technical problems. Implement condition assessments. Manage people and finances.
 
Post Ref No T1/057 - Ehlanzeni District Office, Kanyamazane
Enquiries: Ms JT Dlamini, Tel (013) 766 0508

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APPLICATIONS:
Applications should be submitted on Form Z.83 as amended, obtainable from any Public Service Department as well as on the Mpumalanga Department of Education website at www.mpumalanga.gov.za/education/, select the Vacancies icon. Applications must in all cases be accompanied by a recent updated comprehensive CV, originally certified copies (not older than three months) of all qualifications, proof of registration with the HPCSA and RSA ID-document, as well as valid driver’s license where required. Please note that a passport or driver’s license will not be accepted in lieu of an Identity Document. Failure to attach the requested documents will result in your application not being considered.
 
A complete set of application documents should be submitted separately for every post that you wish to apply for. Please ensure that you clearly state the full post description and the relevant Post Reference Number on your application. No fax applications will be considered.
 
NB! APPLICANTS MUST ENSURE THAT THEY FULLY COMPLETE PART A, B AND C AS WELL AS THE DECLARATION AND SIGN FORM Z 83, EVEN IF THEY ARE ATTACHING A CV. INCOMPLETE AND/OR UNSIGNED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
 
NB!! IF YOU ARE CURRENTLY IN SERVICE, PLEASE INDICATE YOUR PERSAL NUMBER AT THE TOP OF FORM Z83.
 
Applications should be mailed to:
The Head of Department, Mpumalanga Department of Education,
Private Bag x 11341, Nelspruit, 1200,
For attention: Mr. G Mathebula, HR Provisioning.
 
Applications may also be placed (recorded in the register) in the application container located at the Security Desk, Upper Ground, Building 5 of the Riverside Government Complex, but will be removed on Thursday 7 April 2022.
 
NOTE:
*The Mpumalanga Department of Education is committed to provide equal opportunities and practices affirmative action employment. It is the intention of the Department to promote representivity (disability, gender and race) through the filling of posts and a candidate whose transfer / promotion / appointment will promote representivity will receive preference.
*The filling of posts will be done in terms of the Department’s need to meet Employment Equity targets.
*To enable the Department to promote employment equity of persons with disabilities, applicants with disabilities who wish to apply for these posts are required to attach documentary proof substantiating his/her disability, failing which applicants will be categorized as not having a disability.
*The principle of Recognition of Prior Learning may be considered in respect of serving Public Servants.
*Due to ongoing internal processes, the Department reserves the right to withdraw any post at any time.
*The Department reserves the right to verify the qualifications of every recommended candidate prior to the issuing of an offer of appointment.
*Candidates recommended for appointment will be subject to a vetting process prior to appointment.
*If no response is received from Mpumalanga Department of Education within 90 days after the closing date of the advert, applicants must assume that their application was not successful.
 
CLOSING DATE:
The closing date for the receipt of all applications is 16:00 on Thursday 7 April 2022. 
No applications received by the Directorate: HR Provisioning (H/O) after the closing date and time will be considered. It should be noted that the Department will not take responsibility for applications received after the closing date and time even if said applications were sent through Post Office speed services or a courier service.