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NATIONAL SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT (NSG)
 
The National School of Government (The NSG) contributes to the building of an effective, capable and professional public service through the provision of relevant, mandatory and non-mandatory training programmes. The National School of Government is an accredited institution. Suitably qualified, dynamic, passionate and experienced persons are invited to apply for the vacant permanent positions. Applicants are requested to visit the NSG website at www.thensg.gov.za or www.dpsa.gov.za for information on the requirements and duties of the position. 
 
APPLICATIONS : Postal: The Principal: National School of Government, Private Bag X759, Pretoria, 0001 or E-mail at NSG.Recruitment@thensg.gov.za  
FOR ATTENTION : Kindly contact Ms Letty Raseroka (012) 441 6626 or Mr Mpho Mugodo, (012) 441-6017. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 26 November 2021 

 
NOTE : Applications must consist of: A fully completed and signed new Z83 form with a comprehensive CV containing contactable references as well as copies of qualifications and identity documents. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified document on or before the day of the interview. The relevant reference number must be quoted in the application form. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise as well as personnel suitability checks such as security vetting, citizen verification, financial records check and qualifications verifications. The successful candidate will be expected to sign a performance agreement within three months from the date of assumption of duties and to disclose particulars of all registrable financial interests within a month. The selection process will be in line with the Senior Management System requirements. The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of the Department to achieve its Employment Equity targets. 
It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post. The NSG reserves the right not to make an appointment and to use other recruitment processes. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme (Nyukela) is required for being considered for this SMS post. Enrolment for the course should be made on the NSG’s website at https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme.

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MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
DIRECTOR: CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT REF NO: NSG: 04/2021 
Job purpose: To manage and support Curriculum Development in the NSG. 
SALARY : R1 057 326 per annum, (An inclusive remuneration package commencing) comprising basic salary (70% of package), contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund (15% of basic salary level 13). 
CENTRE : Pretoria 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum relevant undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA. A post graduate qualification in Curriculum Design and Quality Assurance/Accreditation will be an added advantage. Successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme (Nyukela). Relevant registration at a professional body will be advantageous. Experience: 5 years’ proven experience at a middle/senior managerial level. Knowledge: Knowledge of and experience in Curriculum Instructional Design for online, virtual and face to face modes of delivery. Knowledge of decolonizing, transformational and participatory pedagogies. Knowledge and understanding of Constitution, Public Service Legislation including Skills Development Act, PFMA, Treasury regulations etc. Knowledge of SAQA and accreditation processes. A good theoretical and practical knowledge of best practice and cutting edge curriculum and materials design. Knowledge and experience of integrating inclusivity issues in management and functions. Knowledge of emotional intelligence theory and application thereof in curriculum and pedagogy. Knowledge of a range of methodologies for teaching and learning. Good understanding of Project management cycle, methodologies and tools. In-depth understanding of developmental assessment and moderation processes. Competencies/skills: Proven advanced writing skills, proofreading, editing and overwriting skills, including report writing, submissions and articles. Instructional design skills for online, virtual and face to face courses. Proven advanced statistical, analytical and research skills. Advanced project management skills. Good management skills. People management skills. Communication and liaison skills to work with different stakeholders, both internal, external to the public service and internationally. Digital skills to work in digital environments with digital systems, management and reporting tools. Ability to work in teams. Good conflict management skills. Expert instructional design skills. Advanced Computer skills in MS Office Suite, e-Facilitation and InDesign. Creative and analytical skills. Policy development, analysis and execution skills. Community development skills and being people center. Problem solving skills. Planning and organizing skills. Influencing and Negotiating skills. Personal Attributes: Lead, inspire, coach and mentor staff at a strategic level. Select, develop, and performance-manage staff to deliver rapid, responsive and reliable service from their components; Interface vigorously at executive / strategic levels within and outside the organisation; Negotiate and manage effective service levels in respect of the function with stakeholders (internal and external) and service providers to ensure sustained quality service delivery. Resolve conflicts decisively. Work under pressure to meet deadlines. Apply honesty and Integrity in the area of work. Travel and work extended hours. 
 
DUTIES : The incumbent will be responsible for the strategic leadership of the Directorate. Key Results Areas: Oversee, lead and manage the design and development of new curriculum. Work in a collaborative way with all other units responsible for curriculum development. Establish norms and standards through the development and maintenance of a Curriculum Framework and Standard Operating Procedures. Design institutional interventions in collaboration with other units in the NSG. Manage the Directorate team and resources (material, financial, knowledge, etc.) to optimise performance and meet Chief Directorate key result areas. Manage and report on the performance of the Directorate. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr S Muthayan Tel No: 012 441 6160 
 
 
 
 
DIRECTOR: EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP SUPPORT REF NO: NSG: 05/2021 
Job purpose: Lead the effective and efficient roll out of Education, Training and Development (ETD) interventions for Executive Leadership Support which entails the education, training & development of executives in all spheres of government graduates. 
SALARY : R1 057 326 per annum, (An inclusive remuneration package commencing) comprising basic salary (70% of package), contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund (15% of basic salary level 13). 
CENTRE : Pretoria 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A relevant undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA. Successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme (Nyukela). A post graduate qualification in Commerce/Management/Leadership will serve as an added advantage. Relevant registration at a professional body will be advantageous. Experience: 5 years’ proven experience at a middle/senior managerial level, of which a minimum of 3 years is in education, training and development (ETD). Knowledge: In depth knowledge and understanding of the ETD environment and the delivery of continuing education programmes (CEP). Sound understanding of theoretical and practical perspectives on leadership and management. Practical knowledge of technology platforms for technology mediated or open distance learning. Knowledge of local, continental and global trends in public sector capacity building programmes. Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation principles, tools and methods. Knowledge of the Department’s mandate in the context of national priorities as set out in the Constitution, National Development Plan (NDP) and the Medium Term Strategic Framework (MTSF), and the Department’s relationship with various stakeholders internationally, nationally, provincially and locally. Knowledge of statutory prescripts, and governance practices pertaining to the public service specifically and the public sector broadly; Knowledge of strategic planning and budgeting. Knowledge of the NQF and accreditation dispensation. Working knowledge in capacity development and application of relevant strategies and methodologies for impactful learning. Competencies/skills: Proven advanced writing skills, proofreading, editing and overwriting skills, including report writing, submissions, and articles. Proven advanced statistical, analytical and research skills. Programme/ project management skills. Advanced proficiency in communication and presentation skills, particularly to engage stakeholders at executive level. Excellent planning, organising, project management and financial management skills. High emotional intelligence, collaboration, and interpersonal skills. Strategic thinking, risk management, and change management skills. Ability to manage and develop team, and to work under pressure to achieve results. Ability to apply research methodologies to analyse data, information and trends, assess new developments, and apply innovation to the function. Ability to apply qualitative and quantitative information towards decision taking and problem solving as well as to specify, design or evaluate, and implement re-engineered work processes and technologies. Computer literacy in Microsoft Office suite and proficiency in use of virtual meeting platforms. Personal Attributes: Service orientation and responsiveness; ethical conduct and professionalism; commitment; creativity and supportive and exemplary leadership. Ability to resolve conflicts decisively. Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines. Honesty and integrity in accomplishing the area of work; Creative and energetic disposition. Travel and work extended hours. 
 
DUTIES : The incumbent will be responsible for the strategic leadership of the Directorate. Key Results Areas: Manage the identification of appropriate strategies to meet leadership support needs for public sector leaders and executives in all spheres of government. Lead the provision of high quality executive leadership capacity development interventions. Collaborate with various partners to rollout training to relevant target groups. Lead the pilot and iteration of inventive organisational learning strategies that contribute to service impact. Provide strategic advice to ensure context appropriate and transformational curricular decisions, progressive content choices, and digitally responsive delivery modalities. Manage the performance of the Directorate. Manage the Directorate team and resources (material, financial, knowledge, etc.) to optimise performance and meet Chief Directorate key result areas. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr M Paile Tel No: 012 441 6202 
 
 
 
 
 
DIRECTOR: OUTCOMES AND IMPACT REF NO: NSG: 06/2021 
Job purpose: To conduct monitoring and evaluation of the quality of the ETD application, impact & outcomes and determining the impact on the individual’s & institutional performance. 
SALARY : R1 057 326 per annum, (An inclusive remuneration package commencing) comprising basic salary (70% of package), contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund (15% of basic salary level 13). 
CENTRE : Pretoria. 
 
EQUIREMENTS : Minimum relevant undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA. A post graduate qualification in Monitoring & Evaluation/training in statistics and econometrics will serve as an added advantage. Successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme (Nyukela). Relevant registration at a professional body will be advantageous. Experience: 5 years’ proven experience at a middle/senior managerial level. Proven technical background and experience in Monitoring and Evaluation of programmes and projects, including impact evaluations. Proven technical background on Statistics, Research, Psychology and Econometrics. Knowledge: Knowledge of theoretical and practical of the functional area of Monitoring & Evaluation of programmes, projects, training interventions, etc. (this includes evaluations up to an impact level). Total Quality Management Systems inclusive of Monitoring and Evaluation in the ETD environment. New developments around the monitoring and evaluation space and applying innovation, including the application of IT for the function (e.g. utilization of Zoom and Teams platforms). Software used for monitoring and evaluation of training interventions, webinars, etc. (e.g. Mentimeter, Google Forms, MURAL, SPSS, Atlas TI, etc.). Various applicable legislative frameworks (Skills Development Act; Public Administration and Management Act (PAMA); Public Service Regulatory Frameworks; National Qualifications Framework; Higher Education and Training Act; Further Education and Training Act). Relevant SETAs applicable in the public service; Statistical analysis and interpretation; Learning Programme Evaluation tools/Instruments; Policy development, analysis and implementation; Government priorities as far as public sector education and development is concerned. Competencies/skills: Proven advanced writing skills, proofreading, editing and overwriting skills, including report writing, submissions and articles. Conduct and apply in depth research and report writing; communicate excellently, both verbally and in writing. Proven advanced statistical, analytical and research skills. Strategic leadership and development skills; Apply flexible problem solving & decision making by applying quantitative and qualitative information. Presentation skills. . Personal Attributes: Lead, inspire, coach and mentor staff at a strategic level. Select, develop, and performance-manage staff to deliver quality, rapid, responsive and reliable service from their components; Interface vigorously at executive / strategic levels within and outside the organisation; Negotiate and manage effective service levels in respect of the function with clients (internal and external) and service providers to ensure sustained quality service delivery. Resolve conflicts decisively. Work under pressure to meet deadlines. Apply honesty and Integrity in the area of work. Travel and work extended hours. 
 
DUTIES : The incumbent will be responsible for the strategic leadership of the Directorate. Key Results Areas: Monitor all NSG training interventions through the administration of approved instruments to maintain quality of offerings. Evaluate all NSG training interventions through the administration of approved instruments. Work in collaboration with all other relevant business units in the NSG to ensure that Monitoring and evaluation is an integral part of the development of new programmes. Manage the performance of the Directorate. Manage the Directorate team and resources (material, financial, knowledge, etc.) to optimise performance and meet Chief Directorate key result areas. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr A Moore Tel No: 012 441 6072