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PASSENGER RAIL AGENCY OF SOUTH AFRICA (PRASA)
 
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INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL RE-ADVERTISEMENT 
 
SOURCING SPECIALIST 
SALARY GROUP: Junior Management 
LOCATION: Eastern Cape (East London) 
DEPARTMENT: Supply Chain Management
BUSINESS UNIT: PRASA CRES 
POST NUMBER: TBA 
REFERENCE: R&S/EC/SCM/24/11/23
 
DEPARTMENTAL MISSION: To strategically source goods and services from external suppliers and/or service providers to meet the requirements of end users in a cost-effective manner through adherence to the tendering policy, procedures, and practices.
 
OUTPUTS:
• Prepare Request for Proposal documents, Coordinate Bid Specification Committee and Bid Evaluation Committee, Conducts formal briefing sessions for all requests for proposals, Checks that tenderers understand the PRASA CRES requirements and tender process.
• Conduct adjudication process according to a predefined, communicated and consistently applied set of criteria. Shortlists and eliminates tenders that do not meet the minimum requirements in the first round of evaluations.
• Evaluates tenders against a pre-defined initial set of criteria, Informs tenderers timeously on outcome of award of contracts, Coordinates tenders in accordance with policies, procedures, and legal requirements, Drafts recommendation reports for the Adjudication Committees which summarize recommendations for approval and declining of tenders, Collects and verifies the required data from all relevant sources.
• Collates the data and generates the reports utilising the information in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Drafts recommendation reports for the Adjudication Committees which summarise recommendations for approval and declining of tenders.
• Submits the report for approval by senior or top management depending on amount of the tender, Negotiate prices, terms of contract with suppliers in line with total cost ownership, Deliver on saving plans and tracking results. Manage the sourcing process to ensure sourcing targets.
• Develops and maintains good relations within the department and all stakeholders, Provides guidance to other departments in relations to procurement services, Analyses the departmental business plan to determine the applicable deliverables and target, Tracks and monitors Personal Development Plan.
• Manages Human Resources in accordance with policies, procedures and legal requirements. 
 
KNOWLEDGE:
• Company Policies and Procedures, especially Supply Chain policy, Internal Processes and Systems.
• Extensive understanding of relevant legislation: PFMA; PPPFA; CIDB; BBBEE; Treasury Regulations.
• Knowledge of SAP and MS Office.
• Strong knowledge and experience in good corporate governance.
 
SKILLS:
• Communication skills.
• Negotiation skills.
• Problem Solving skills.
• Contract Management.
• Risk Management.
• Excellent administrative skills.
 
ATTITUDES:
• Compliance.
• Analytical.
• Integrity.
• Reliability.
• Deadline Driven.
• Professional.
• Customer focus.
• Quality oriented and Team Player.
• Ability to work in a result orientated environment.
• Attention to Detail.
 
CAPABILITIES:
Minimum Requirements:
• Grade 12 certificate.
• National Diploma in Supply Chain Management/ Purchasing / Procurement / Logistics or Business Management.
• Valid Code 08 Driver’s License.
• Added Advantage:
• Registration with CIPS.
Experience:
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Senior Buyer / Procurement Officer. 
 
 
Please apply by submitting PRASA’s internal application form OR application letter together with your CV and certified (not more than 3 months) copy of ID & certificates to: email - humancapitalcres@prasa.com.
Please send one PDF Document.
 
NB: INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS & MULTIPLE PDF DOCUMENTS WILL BE DISCARDED 
 
CLOSING DATE: 05 December 2023 
 
Should you not hear from us within three (3) months from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. 
 
By responding to this vacancy advert irrespective as to how such information is submitted, you consent to the collection, collation, processing and storing for such information and the use and disclosure of such information in accordance with the PRASA data privacy protection policy. PRASA shall take all reasonable measures to protect the personal information of candidates/applicants and for the purpose of this disclaimer “personal information” shall be defined as detailed in the Promotion of Access to Information Act, Act 2 of 2000 (“PAIA”) and the Protection of Personal Information Act, Act 4 of 2013 (“POPI”) 
A copy of PRASA’s Privacy notice is available on the website or on request. 
 
ISSUED BY SENIOR MANAGER RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION 
As per PRASA Employment Equity Plan, this position is earmarked as follows: 
MALE: African, Indian, Coloured, White
FEMALE: African, Indian, Coloured, White
 
 
 
 
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INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL
 
REGIONAL PROGRAMME HEAD 
SALARY GROUP: Senior Management 
LOCATION: KwaZulu Natal
DEPARTMENT: Programme Management Unit (PMU)
BUSINESS UNIT: PRASA CRES
POST NUMBER: TBA 
REFERENCE: R&S/KZN_PMU1/2023
 
DEPARTMENTAL MISSION: To plan, implement and monitor all capital expenditure (CAPEX) projects in the region in line with the PMBOK and applicable project management principles on a decentralised basis.
 
OUTPUTS:
 Management of capital expenditure budget for the region.
 Implement and monitor Project Management Methodology.
 Manage professional teams and contracts in the Region.
 Manage risk and compliance of projects.
 Management of human resources and project documentation.
 Provide project management expertise and guidance to the region including interpretation of policies and guidelines.
 Interpret and document internal and external customer requirements to be included in the project delivery programmes.
 Develop business cases for various business programmes.
 Manage payment requisitions to ensure compliance with contract agreements.
 Construction contract application.
 
KNOWLEDGE: 
 Public Finance Management Act 1999.
 Preferential Procurement Policy Act 5 of 2000, Broad Based Black Economic Act 53 of 2003.
 Construction Industry Development Board Act.
 Basic Conditions of Employment Act
 PMBOK (nine knowledge areas).
 Policies and Procedures.
 Project activity coordination.
 NEC & JBCC rules.
 MS Projects cycles and SAP system
 Awareness of external environmental.
 
SKILLS:
 Management and leadership Skills.
 Financial acumen.
 Project management.
 Communication skills.
 Systems perspective.
 Transformation and change management.
 Strategic Judgement.
 Business acumen.
 Entrepreneurial thinking.
 Creativity and innovation.
 Data analysis.
 Networking and influencing.
 
ATTITUDES:
 Result oriented.
 Stakeholder oriented.
 Resilience.
 Emotional intelligence.
 Value and integrity.
 Attention to detail.
 Positive attitude and motivated.
 Self-starter.
 Quality oriented.
 Must be able to work as part of a team.
 Quality focus.
 
CAPABILITIES:
Minimum Requirements:
 4 year degree / BTech in Quantity Surveying / Architecture / Civil Engineering / Construction Management / Building Science / Town Planning.
 Registration with SACPCMP or other built environmental professional body.
Added Advantage:
 Master’s degree.
Experience:
 7 years Project Management experience in the construction and / or property industry of which 5 years must be at management level.
 
 
Please apply by completing an internal application form and submitting this together with your complete CV with a certified (not more than 3 months) copy of ID, driver’s licence & certificates to: KZN.RECRUITMENT@PRASA.COM.
 
CLOSING DATE: 05 December 2023
 
Should you not hear from us within three (3) months from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
 
By responding to this vacancy advert irrespective as to how such information is submitted, you consent to the collection, collation, processing and storing for such information and the use and disclosure of such information in accordance with the PRASA data privacy protection policy. PRASA shall take all reasonable measures to protect the personal information of candidates/applicants and for the purpose of this disclaimer “personal information” shall be defined as detailed in the Promotion of Access to Information Act, Act 2 of 2000 (“PAIA”) and the Protection of Personal Information Act, Act 4 of 2013 (“POPI”)
A copy of PRASA’s Privacy notice is available on the website or on request.
 
ISSUED BY SENIOR MANAGER RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION
As per PRASA Employment Equity Plan, this position is earmarked as follows:
MALE: African, Indian, Coloured, White
FEMALE: African, Indian, Coloured, White
 
 
 
 
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INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL 
 
ICT PROGRAMME MANAGER (12 MONTHS FTCW) 
SALARY GROUP: Senior Management 
LOCATION: PRASA Corporate 
DEPARTMENT: ICT 
POST NUMBER: TBA 
REFERENCE: R&S/PM/ICT/274 
 
DEPARTMENTAL MISSION: To lead and manage ICT programmes.
 
OUTPUTS:
Development of ICT governance framework
• Develop/establish and implement ICT Project Management policies, processes, standard methodologies, standards, practices, and procedures.
• Ensure:
  • consistency and compliance in ICT project management.
  • that audit recommendations are timeously addressed.
  • the implementation of project processes, controls, templates, etc.
Oversee ICT Projects
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for project evaluation.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of all projects.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to enhance project delivery.
Monitor project progress and ensure projects are on track and within scope.
• Assess project performance and implement adjustments.
• Evaluate financial aspects of projects, including return on investment and budget management.
• Manage risks on the overarching project portfolio and individual approved projects.
• Implement best practices to ensure that the organization derives optimum value and benefit realization throughout the programme lifecycle.
Management of resources
• Optimize resource allocation based on project priorities.
• Allocate and manage resources to ensure successful project execution.
• Lead and mentor a team of Project Managers and Administrators.
• Provide guidance, support, and training to team members.
• Manage vendors/suppliers’ relationships to ensure they meet their obligations.
• Manage human and physical resources in line with the organizational policies, processes, and procedures.
Reporting
• Report on project status and performance.
• Communicate project updates and key metrics to relevant stakeholders. 
 
SKILLS: 
• Project management methodologies, tools, and best practices
• Business acumen
• Prince 2/PMBOK knowledge
• MS Project
• Financial, human, and supply chain management practices and processes
 
ATTITUDES:
• Management
• Interpersonal
• Communication
• Analytical
• Problem-solving
 
KNOWLEDGE:
• Detail oriented
• Customer-centric
• Tact and diplomacy
• Result oriented
 
CAPABILITIES:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology/ BSC Information Systems or Engineering Technology Management or Computer Science (NQF 7)
ADDED ADVANTAGE:
• Certification in Project Management
EXPERIENCE
• 10 years’ ICT project management experience (managing multiple projects and third-party vendors on technologically complex enterprise solutions) of which a minimum of 4 years should be at the management level
 
 
Please apply by completing an internal application form and submitting this together with your complete CV to: Manager: Recruitment & Selection: PRASA, Private Bag X101, Braamfontein, 2017, Or 1st Floor, PRASA Umjantshi House, 30 Wolmarans Street, Braamfontein. 
For the attention of: Katleho Musa or e-mail kmusa@prasa.com
 
CLOSING DATE: 05th December 2023
 
Should you not hear from us within three (3) months from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
 
By responding to this vacancy advert irrespective as to how such information is submitted, you consent to the collection, collation, processing and storing for such information and the use and disclosure of such information in accordance with the PRASA data privacy protection policy. PRASA shall take all reasonable measures to protect the personal information of candidates/applicants and for the purpose of this disclaimer “personal information” shall be defined as detailed in the Promotion of Access to Information Act, Act 2 of 2000 (“PAIA”) and the Protection of Personal Information Act, Act 4 of 2013 (“POPI”) 
A copy of PRASA’s Privacy notice is available on the website or on request.
 
ISSUED BY SENIOR MANAGER RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION
As per PRASA Employment Equity Plan, this position is earmarked as follows:
MALE: African, Indian, Coloured, White
FEMALE: African, Indian, Coloured, White
 
 
 
 




INTERNAL & EXTERNAL RE – ADVERTISEMENT (Candidates who previously applied are encouraged to re-apply) 
 
PAYROLL MANAGER 
SALARY GROUP: D2 
LOCATION: PRASA Corporate Office, Braamfontein 
DEPARTMENT: Finance 
POST NUMBER: TBA 
REFERENCE: R&S/PARM/PMF/261 
 
DEPARTMENTAL MISSION: To manage payroll administration activities and support debt management functions for Corporate Office and for senior and executive managers at Metrorail Head Office.
 
OUTPUTS:
• To Manage Payroll Administration within PRASA Corporate and Metrorail Head Office, by ensuring and verifying that all input salary related transaction are in line with prescripts regulations/ policies
• To Compile payroll related reconciliations and reports such as :Compensation of Injuries on Duty Act, SARS reconciliations, cost centre reports, monthly payroll reports to line managers for checking,
• To Provide advice and guidance on payroll related matters by guiding and supporting employees on matters of benefits and package remuneration structure etc.
• To Exercise control over salary related suspense accounts by following up, adjusting and clearing and reconciling all suspense accounts.
• To Manage salary related debts and maintenance of payroll records by ensuring that all salary related debtors are recorded followed up and monthly debt statement are forwarded to the debtors
• To Maintain leave records in terms of absenteeism, leave ect. and ensuring that all documentation are kept on file and updated for audit purposes
• To Manage staff in line with PRASA policies and procedures
 
KNOWLEDGE: 
• Knowledge of Basic Conditions Employment Act, Employment Equity Act, Skill Development Act, Pay As You Earn (PAYE), South African Revenue Services prescripts and regulations
• Internal policies, processes, procedures and systems
• SAP Payroll module
• MS office
 
SKILLS:
• Time management Skills
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Decision making
• Influencing Skills
• Analytical Thinker
• Problem solving
 
ATTITUDES:
• Discretion
• Tact and diplomacy
• Detail oriented
• Client/Customer oriented
• Honest and integrity
 
CAPABILITIES:
Minimum Requirements:
• Grade 12
• NQF level 6/ Payroll & Taxation Diploma, National Diploma in Accounting or other related qualifications
Experience:
• 5 years’ experience in payroll environment, of which at least 3 years at management level
 
 
Please apply by completing an internal application form and submitting this together with your complete CV to: Manager: Recruitment & Selection: PRASA, Private Bag X101, Braamfontein, 2017, Or 1st Floor, PRASA Umjantshi House, 30 Wolmarans Street, Braamfontein. 
For the attention of: Odirile Ndhlovu or email: Corp.recruitment@prasa.com
 
CLOSING DATE: 05 December 2023
 
Should you not hear from us within three (3) months from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
 
By responding to this vacancy advert irrespective as to how such information is submitted, you consent to the collection, collation, processing and storing for such information and the use and disclosure of such information in accordance with the PRASA data privacy protection policy. PRASA shall take all reasonable measures to protect the personal information of candidates/applicants and for the purpose of this disclaimer “personal information” shall be defined as detailed in the Promotion of Access to Information Act, Act 2 of 2000 (“PAIA”) and the Protection of Personal Information Act, Act 4 of 2013 (“POPI”)
A copy of PRASA’s Privacy notice is available on the website or on request.
 
ISSUED BY CORPORATE RECRUITMENT OFFICE
As per PRASA Employment Equity Plan, this position is earmarked as follows:
MALE: African, Indian, Coloured, White
FEMALE: African, Indian, Coloured, White