NORTH WEST DEPARTMENT OF ARTS, CULTURE, SPORTS AND RECREATION VACANCIES

NOTE : Compliance: It is compulsory to fill all fields on the New Amended Z83 Form (No.81/971431) as prescribed with effect from 01 January 2021, which must be signed, initialled and dated. The form is obtainable at any National or Provincial Department(s), www.gov.za. Applicants must indicate the Post, Reference Number on the Z83 Form application. The new Z83 Form must be accompanied by a recent updated curriculum vitae with full personal details, experience, including three (3) names of contactable referees and it is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to provide proof of such evaluation report (only when shortlisted). DPSA Circular 19 of 2022 on Part E, F and G: Noting that there is limited space provided on Z83, often indicate “refer to Curriculum Vitae as attached” and provides the required information but the statement that relate to prevent re-appointment Part E must be answered. Failure to provide information on CV as requested the applicant may be disqualified. Faxed, e-mailed applications will not be accepted. Applications received after closing date will, as a rule not be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates for the post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interviews. It will be expected of candidate(s) to be available for interview process on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. Shortlisted candidate(s) will be required to undergo personal suitability checks, which include criminal records, citizenship, financial credits/assets, qualifications verification and previous employment background/reference checks will be verified. Candidates will be subject to security screening and vetting. Applicants must disclose if /he is not a Director/Shareholder of a company or conducting any business with Organ of State and whether is performing any additional remunerative work outside his/her normal duties. The successful candidate will enter into an Annual Performance Agreement, and also annually disclose his/her financial interest. The Department reserves the right not to make appointment. Candidates who previously applied for re-advertised posts are encouraged to re-apply. Candidates requiring additional information regarding advertised post must direct their enquiries to the relevant person indicated. Communication and Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

OTHER POSTS
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: HOD SUPPORT REF NO: 2024/ACSR01/NW (X1 POST) 
(Office of the Head of Department) 
SALARY : R849 702 per annum (Level 11) 
CENTRE : Head Office, Mmabatho 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A 3-year National Diploma or bachelor’s degree in public administration/ business management or relevant qualification. At least five (5) years’ relevant experience of which three (3) years’ should be at a Junior Management level/ Assistant Director. A valid drivers’ license. Knowledge Broad knowledge and understanding of the functional areas covered by the Head of Department’s portfolio. Proven management competencies. A high level of financial administration, planning, organising and people management skills. The ability to inspire staff and communicate effectively in a wide range of situations. Change and knowledge management skills. Problem-solving and analytical skills. Client orientation and customer focus. Strong strategic and leadership abilities. Good communication and interpersonal skill. Good networking skills. Project management skills. Computer literacy, including advanced MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint. 
 
DUTIES : Facilitate and generate information flow to and from the HOD to internal and external stakeholders. Coordinate information/ inputs from the Departmental Directorates to develop reports. Acknowledge receipt and provide response to all incoming correspondence to the Office of the HOD. Provide feedback on incoming correspondence. Ensure that staff in HOD’s office signs Performance Agreements, Performance Assessments are conducted within the applicable policies. Implement systems of financial compliance management in the Office of the HOD. Provide and account for all funds utilized in the Office of the HOD (variance reporting). Coordinate work of all units in the HOD’s Office to ensure adequate support. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr T Mpuisang Tel No: (018) 388 2738/39 
 
 
 
 
 
SERVICE POINT MANAGER REF NO: 2024/ACSR02/NW (X1 POST) 
(Re-advert)
SALARY : R552 081 per annum (Level 10) 
CENTRE : Dr. Kenneth Kaunda District: 
J.B Marks Service Point (X1 Post) 
Bojanala District: Madibeng Service Point (X1 Post) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A 3-year National Diploma or bachelor’s degree in social sciences or management. At least three (3) to five (5) years’ experience at supervisory level (junior management). Ability to interpret and implement policies and regulations of Public Service, PSA, BCEA, PSR, EEA, PPFA and PMDS. A valid driver’s licence. Skills: Excellent supervisory human relations, report-writing, administrative and organisational skills. Good financial skills, including knowledge of financial systems budgeting, the PFMA and supply chain management. Project Management. Proven experience of office systems Management. Overall excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
 
DUTIES : Ensure planning, of service point performance and reporting thereof. Analyse the Service Pont’s long, medium and short-term outputs and activities to achieve required outputs. Supervise and support all service point employees to ensure implementation and management of programmes in the service point. Ensure implementation and promotion of Arts, culture, Sport and Recreation programmes. Assist with the coordination of Library activities at the Service Point. Forge partnership with relevant stakeholders. Manage and supervise the achievement of the service point performance. Compile reports on the service point performance. Co-ordinate skills development and skills audits of staff. Manage budget, revenue collection and usage of resources. Liaise with all existing structures at service point. Ensure adherence to occupational health and safety regulations. Prepare management information, reports statistics and reporting. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr. Kenneth Kaunda District: Ms C Motjuwadi Tel No: (018) 294 6860 
Bojanala District: Mr T Mpuisang Tel No: (018) 388 2739 
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR PERSONNEL PRACTITIONER: PMDS REF NO: 2024/ACSR03/NW (X1 POST) 
(Performance Management Development System Unit) 
(Re-advert)
SALARY : R376 413 per annum (Level 08) 
CENTRE : Head Office, Mmabatho 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A 3-year National Diploma or bachelor’s degree in human resource management/ public management. At least two (2) to three (3) years’ relevant experience in Human Resource Management. Skills: Interpersonal relations, planning and organising, innovations, presentation, analytical and communication skills. Computer literacy. Ability to formulate, interpret HR practice, procedures and policies. In-depth knowledge of performance management and development system and performance auditing. Good administrative, financial and project management skills. A valid driver’s license. 
 
DUTIES : Develop and implement effective performance management system. Manage submission of work plans and performance agreements. Ensure that job descriptions are developed and signed by all employees. Conduct and manage first and final performance assessment. Manage performance auditing. Manage the database and provide accurate and reliable statistics. Act as a consultant to line managers to ensure effective management of individual performance and support the investigation of queries. Ensure alignment of assessment documents to performance agreements/ work plans. Contribute to the development, review and maintenance of the performance management system and processes. Render a human resource advisory service to the management of the Department by investigating, analysing, benchmarking and interpreting legislation, prescripts and other human resource-related issues to promote an effective human resource environment. Conduct information sessions. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr Itumeleng Mmusi Tel No: (018) 388 2748