NORTHERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF CO-OPERATIVE GOVERNANCE, HUMAN SETTLEMENTS AND TRADITIONAL AFFAIRS VACANCIES

​NOTE : The Department requests applicants to apply by submitting applications on the new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or from the DPSA web site link: http://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp that should be accompanied by comprehensive CVs (previous experience must be expansively detailed Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application. Therefore, only shortlisted candidates for a post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of interview following communication from HR. As from 1 January 2021, applications received on the incorrect application form (Z83) will not be considered. All required information on the Z83 form must be provided. Failure to complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the applicant. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks and the successful candidate will have to undergo full security vetting. The successful candidate will be appointed subject to positive results of the security clearance process. The successful candidate will be required to enter into an employment contract, sign an annual performance agreement and annually disclose her or his financial interests. All applicants are required to declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships of Boards and directorships that they may be associated with. It is applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). If you apply for more than one post, please submit separate applications for each post that you apply for. Correspondence will only be entered into with short-listed candidates within three (3) months after the closing date of the post. If by then you have not been contacted for an interview, you were not successful in your application. Important: The Department is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women and persons with a disability are encouraged to apply. It is our intention to promote representivity in the Department of COGHSTA through the filling of posts. The Department reserves the right not to fill a position. Please note, that the personal information of each applicant will be solely used for recruiting purposes and will not be used by any other purposes as required by the Protection of Personal Information Act, No. 4 of 13 Act effected on 1 July 2021. Shortlisted candidates must be available at the date and time determined by the panel, or risk disqualification.

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CONTROL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST (CIVIL): GRADE A REF NO: HS (HSP&P) 1/11/2024 
Directorate: Human Settlements Programme and Project Management 
SALARY : R873 840 per annum, OSD, (all-inclusive salary package) 
CENTRE : Provincial Office: Kimberley (Larry Moleko Louw Building) 
REQUIREMENTS : A Bachelor of Technology in Engineering (B Tech) or relevant qualification. Six (6) years post qualification Engineering Technologist experience required. A valid driver’s licence is a pre-requisite. Compulsory registration with ECSA as an Engineering Technologist. Extensive experience in various fields of civil engineering which includes, but is not limited to: geotechnical investigations and designs; water engineering (design and construction of: bulk water services, connector infrastructures, reticulation systems, water reservoirs, wastewater and water treatment works), sewer lines, oxidation ponds, water treatment plant; transport engineering (design and construction: of roads and pavements) and construction materials. Exposure to the four main contracts used in the civil engineering industry (GCC, FIDIC, JBCC & NEC). Good understanding of the CIDB standard for uniformity and the standard professional services contract. Project management. Technical design and analysis knowledge. Research and Development. Computer-aided engineering applications. Knowledge of legal compliance. Technical report writing. Technical consulting. Networking professional judgment. Problem solving and analysis. Decision making. Team leadership. Creativity. Change management. Financial management. Customer focus and responsiveness. Skills: Communication skills and computer Skills. Planning and organizing. People management skills. 
 
DUTIES : Manage technological advisory services. Plan technological support to Engineers and associate professionals in the field. Ensure the adherence and promotion of safety standards in line with statutory and regulatory requirements. Solve broadly defined technological challenges through application of proven techniques and procedures. Manage drafting of civil engineering projects technical specification and evaluation of professional service providers’ and contractors’ bids in terms of project specification, scope of works, general condition of contract, bill of quantities, EPWP requirements and Occupational Health and Safety Act. Manage review and acceptance of the professional service provider’s concept and detailed designs. Conduct technical inspections and integrity surveys on various civil engineering assets. Manage and ensure that appointed consultants produce quality of work within their professional scope and responsibility. Ensure that contractors timeously receive all relevant specifications and details to construct. Adjudicate all applications of variation orders and extensions of time and make recommendations to the approving authority within the Department. Process all interim monthly payments as per the conditions of contract and in line with Government’s commitment to pay invoices timeously. Prepare and submit project information to be filed to the Head of Directorate Secure all required funding for the projects through internal set processes. Ensure that project information is filed appropriately for easy access during audit. Cultivate a culture of good working relationships with fellow colleagues within the Department. Provide expert advice to the Department. Resolve technical disputes arising at different stages of projects. Review and audit final professional civil engineering accounts. Accept responsibility for the development, implementation, review and regular updating of standardised civil engineering practice manuals for the Department. Undertake detail design, documentation and implementation of infrastructure projects. Compile project monthly and quarterly progress reports. Provide mentorship and supervision to candidate engineering technologist and engineering technologists. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. F. Fredericks Tel No: (053) 830 9529 
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT AND COORDINATION: OFFICE OF THE HOD REF NO: HOD 2/11/2024 
Directorate: Office Of The HOD 
SALARY : R849 702 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package) 
CENTRE : Provincial Office: Kimberley (Larry Moleko Louw Building)
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate tertiary qualification (NQF Level 6/7) in Public Management or equivalent qualification with 3 - 5 years’ experience in middle management (Assistant Director) level. Broad knowledge and understanding of the functional areas covered by the Executive Authority’s portfolio. A valid driver’s license. Skills: Must have a good understanding and knowledge of financial and procurement systems. Record keeping. Data system maintenance. Skills required: Good communication skills (verbal and written). Ability to compile submissions, reports, etc, independently. Sound planning and organizing skills. Good interpersonal relations. High level of computer literacy. Ability to properly/accurately record minutes and decisions at meetings. Problem solving. Conflict management. Project management. Managerial skills. 
 
DUTIES : Manage the administrative activities within the office of the Executive Authority. Develop, implement and maintain systems, registers and databases to monitor and manage the flow of documents to, from and within the office of the Executive Authority. Compile correspondence, submissions and cabinet memoranda as required. Study, edit and comment on submissions to be submitted to the Executive Authority for consideration. Manage the procurement and maintenance of equipment and administer the budget in the office of the Executive Authority. Manage the logistical support in the office of the Executive Authority. Develop, implement and maintain a filing system for the office of the Executive Authority. Manage the registry of the office of the Executive Authority. Ensure the documents are classified in accordance with the MISS prescripts and are handled in accordance with their classification. Liaise with internal and external role players regarding matters relating to the portfolio of the Executive Authority. Brief the Chief of Staff on matters regarding the Executive Authority’s portfolio on the agenda of cabinet/executive council. Liaise with senior managers in the institutions within the Executive Authority’s portfolio. Co-ordinate the activities of the Executive Authority’s office. Render a Cabinet/Executive council support service to the Executive Authority. Manage distribution of memoranda to Cabinet/Executive council members. Manage the distribution of documents and to the relevant legislature and standing/portfolio committees. Keep record of decisions of Cabinet/Executive Council and alert Chief of Staff and Executive Authority of actions to be taken and due dates. General supervision of the employees in the office of the Executive Authority. Quality control of the work delivered by supervisees. Advise supervisees regarding all aspects of the work. Serve as the formal disciplinary authority with regard to supervisees. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. B.Lenkoe Tel No: (053) 830 9527 
 
 
 
 
 
ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST (CIVIL): GRADE A REF NO: HS (HSP&P) 3/11/2024 (X2 POSTS) 
Directorate: Human Settlements Programme and Project Management 
SALARY : R429 930 per annum 
CENTRE : Provincial Office: Kimberley (Larry Moleko Louw Building) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A Bachelor of Technology in Engineering (B Tech) or relevant qualification. Three (3) years post qualification Engineering Technologist experience required. A valid driver’s licence is a pre-requisite. Compulsory registration with ECSA as an Engineering Technologist. Extensive experience in various fields of civil engineering which includes, but is not limited to: geotechnical investigations and designs; water engineering (design and construction of: bulk water services, connector infrastructures, reticulation systems, water reservoirs, wastewater and water treatment works), sewer lines, oxidation ponds, water treatment plant; transport engineering (design and construction: of roads and pavements) and construction materials. Exposure to the four main contracts used in the civil engineering industry (GCC, FIDIC, JBCC & NEC). Good understanding of the CIDB standard for uniformity and the standard professional services contract. Project management. Technical design and analysis knowledge. Research and Development. Computer-aided engineering applications. Knowledge of legal compliance. Technical report writing. Technical consulting. Networking professional judgment. Problem solving and analysis. Decision making. Team leadership. Creativity. Change management. Financial management. Customer focus and responsiveness. Skills: Communication skills and computer Skills. Planning and organizing. People management skills. 
 
DUTIES : Provide technological advisory services. Support technologist and associate professionals in the field. Promote safety standards in line with statutory and regulatory requirements. Solve broadly defined technological challenges through application of proven techniques and procedures. Provide inputs on drafting of civil engineering projects technical specification and evaluation of professional service providers’ and contractors’ bids in terms of project specification, scope of works, general condition of contract, bill of quantities, EPWP requirements and Occupational Health and Safety Act. Provide technical assistance on the review and acceptance of the professional service provider’s concept and detailed designs. Conduct technical inspections and integrity surveys on various civil engineering assets. Facilitate and ensure that appointed consultants produce quality of work within their professional scope and responsibility. Ensure that contractors timeously receive all relevant specifications and details to construct. Evaluate all applications of variation orders and extensions of time and make recommendations to the approving authority within the Department. Facilitate the Processing all interim monthly payments as per the conditions of contract and in line with Government’s commitment to pay invoices timeously. Assist in Preparation and submission of project information to be filed to the Head of Directorate Secure all required funding for the projects through internal set processes. Ensure that project information is filed appropriately for easy access during audit, Cultivate a culture of good working relationships with fellow colleagues within the Department. Provide technical advice to the Department. Assist project managers in resolving technical disputes arising at different stages of projects. Review and audit final professional civil engineering accounts. Accept responsibility for the development, implementation, review and regular updating of standardised civil engineering practice manuals for the Department. Undertake detail design, documentation and implementation of infrastructure projects. Compile project monthly and quarterly progress reports. Provide mentorship and supervision to candidate engineering technologists. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. F. Fredericks Tl No: (053) 830 9529