SOUTH AFRICAN REVENUE SERVICES (SARS) VACANCIES

SOUTH AFRICAN REVENUE SERVICES (SARS)

SENIOR SPECIALIST: ENGINEERING - INNOVATION X4 (FIXED TERM CONTRACTS)
Position Reports to: Senior Manager: Engineering
Division: Strategy Enab & Modernisation - CTIO
Location: Head Office
Advert Closing Date: 15 March 2026

About the Position
The SARS Innovation Incubator (II) located within the Strategy, Enablement and Modernisation (SEM) unit is looking for highly skilled and results driven innovation and solutioning professionals with relevant academic competence, experience and a solid work ethics to join a dynamic team of seasoned innovation and solutioning professionals.
The Senior Specialist: Engineering (Innovation) job is at a senior level in the organisation and will require individuals to work on strategic enterprise solutions and modernisation initiatives. These individuals will be required to analyse complex business problems, conceptualise or design innovative ‘game changer ’solutions for these problems, develop solution or modernisation roadmaps, work with a diverse range of stakeholders and partners to prototype and conceptualise these strategic solutions.

Job Purpose
To facilitate the adoption of new leading edge ‘Game Changer’ concepts in support of the SARS enterprise strategy. This is achieved through research and benchmarking, participating in open collaboration networks, identifying and conceptualising innovation solution designs, the incubation of concepts (e.g., prototyping, piloting, etc.) and implementation of solution designs.
The outcomes are utilised to define product features, develop their implementation roadmaps in the SARS business architecture and business solutions landscape, and ensure that the designs support the achievement of sustainable business results, including the provision of design and implementation support and conducting stakeholder engagement

Education and Experience
Minimum Qualification & Experience Required
Honours / Postgraduate Diploma (NQF 8) in Industrial Engineering; Computer Science and Min. 10-12 years' experience in an innovation, design, and technology environment, of which 3-4 years at a specialist level.
Alternative#
Relevant bachelor’s degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) in Industrial Engineering or Computer Science and 15 years’ experience in an innovation, design, and technology environment, of which 3-4 years at a specialist level.

Job Outputs:
Process

Innovation
Collaborate with local and international owners, partners and stakeholders
Conduct local and international research and benchmarking
Develop, socialise and publish fore-sighting reports
Draft idea elevator pitches
Understand business problem using data driven approach
Design Innovation Solutions
Draft Innovation Business Cases
Build, test and demonstrate prototypes
Manage prototype governance
Track solution benefits
Solutioning
Build relationships with Business, Product and Segment Owners
Build stakeholder and partner networks
Assess the strategic landscape
Draft or facilitate the drafting of modernisation and solution strategies (5-10-year horizon)
Socialise modernisation and solution strategies
Analyse and understand problems
Collaborate on the detailed designs
Draft Business Cases
Participate in the development and testing cycle
Track solution benefits

Governance

Implement and provide input into the development of governance, compliance, integrity and ethics processes within area of specialisation.
Ensure that completed work adhere to relevant policies, procedures, governance and legislative requirements and report on deviations &discrepancies.

People

Develop and maintain productive working relationships with peers and team members to achieve predefined objectives.
Search for, integrate and share new knowledge attained through formal and informal learning opportunities in the execution of your job

Finance

Implement and monitor financial control, management of costs and corporate governance in area of accountability
Adhere to organisational policies and procedures to ensure cost effectiveness and reduction of financial.

Client

Build strong relationships and develop service level agreements that promote SARS with internal and external stakeholders.
Manage an integrated service excellence culture, which builds rewarding relationships and provides opportunity for feedback and exceptional service.
Contribute to a culture of service excellence, which builds positive relationships and provides opportunity for feedback and exceptional service.
Provide authoritative, specialist services, expertise and advice to internal and external stakeholders.

Behavioural competencies

Honesty and Integrity
Fairness and Transparency
Accountability
Problem Solving and Analysis
Conceptual thinking
Influencing others
Driving Excellence
Leveraging diversity
Accurate understanding
Building sustainability

Technical competencies

Strategic Planning
Tax Knowledge
Effective Business Communication
Problem analysis and judgement
Planning management and measurement
Decisiveness
Business acumen
Functional Policies and Procedures

Knowledge Compliance Competency

Knowledge of innovation, industry and technology trends
Understand a situation or problem by breaking it into smaller pieces/tracing the implications of situation in a step-by-step way
Knowledge of own organisations, policies, procedures, services, products and business operating models
The knowledge and interpretation of the functional policies and procedures, including monitoring their consistent application internally within SARS

Compliance Competency

GOC Secret

Employment Equity
The Employment Equity policy of SARS will be considered as part of the recruitment and selection process and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates will be required to undertake an oath of secrecy, pre-employment screening, case study, pre-assessment, psychometric assessment and or vetting, and a declaration of private interest. The appointment is also subject to appropriate reference(s) and security clearance where applicable.

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COMPLIANCE RISK ANALYST
Position Reports to: Manager: Compliance Risk
Division: Service & Delivery Large&Inter
Location: Umhlanga Office
Advert Closing Date: 3 March 2026

About the Position
Large Business International is looking for an experienced, results driven, self-directed specialist to conduct and analyse Employees’ Tax compliance from a risk perspective.

Job Purpose
To provide expertise, advice and support to develop operational implementation plans and / or associated service delivery processes, by conducting, analysing and recommending compliance interventions in the Employees’ Tax product for the Large business and International tax base in order to continuously enhance service delivery, and to compile risk reports which recommend mitigation for non-compliance and abusive tax practices.

Education and Experience
Minimum Qualification & Experience Required
Bachelor's Degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) in Taxation and/or Auditing or related qualification and 5-7 years' experience in Employees’ Tax risk profiling and/or Employees’ Tax auditing, of which 2-3 years at a technically skilled level.
ALTERNATE:
Senior Certificate (NQF 4) and 10 years related experience in Employees’ Tax risk profiling and/or Employees’ Tax auditing, of which 2-3 years' at a technically skilled level.

Job Outputs:

Process

Provide accurate identification of potential risk and escalate issues as required.
Be observant and engage on possible violations of procedures and standards of conduct and escalate where necessary.
Plan and organise own work tasks within area of work.
Identify and resolve queries and problems timeously, apply discretion in line with process guidelines provided
Develop and maintain productive working relationships with peers, SARS role players and third parties to achieve redefined objectives.
Execute specialist input through investigation &opportunities within the product process including risk concern.
Provide specialist input through the investigation of opportunities for operational and process product and risk optimisation.
Plan for value-added process improvements, initiatives and services to deliver on operational strategy and objectives.
Draw on own knowledge and experience to diagnose symptoms, causes and possible effects in order to solve emerging problems.
Initiate process and procedural change, implement the change and provide guidelines and support related to new requirements as a result of the change
Accumulate information to review work progress that provides input to reporting, decision making and the identification of improvement opportunities
Apply practical and applied knowledge and act authoritatively on methods, systems and procedures to identify trends and potential risks
Communication of situational interpretation and judgement of work outputs and queries in area of specialisation
Correctly apply policies, practices, standards, procedures and legislation in the delivery of work outputs.

Governance

Apply risk management, loss containment and governance processes as required in area of accountability and escalate issues as required.
Ensure that completed work adhere to relevant policies, procedures, governance and legislative requirements and report on deviations & discrepancies
Implement and provide input into the development of governance, compliance, integrity and ethics processes within area of specialisation.

People

Develop and maintain productive working relationships with peers and team members to achieve predefined objectives

Finance

Adhere to organisational policies and procedures to ensure cost effectiveness and reduction of financial costs.

Client

Contribute to a culture of service excellence, which builds positive relationships and provides opportunity for feedback and exceptional service.
Ensure own understanding and adherence to customer service delivery and provide specialist support to meet or exceed customer expectations.

Behavioural competencies

Honesty and Integrity
Trust
Respect
Problem solving and analyses
Fairness and Transparency
Analytical Thinking
Accountability
Conceptual Ability
Relationship Management and Networking
Attention to Detail
Commitment to Continuous Learning
Organisational Awareness
Building Sustainability

Technical competencies

Business Knowledge
Data Collection and Analysis
Efficiency improvement
Functional Policies and Procedures
Problem Analysis and Judgement
Reporting
Risk Awareness
Risk Knowledge
Governance, Ethics and Values

BUSINESS AREA HEAD: ACQUISITION MANAGEMENT
Position Reports to: Chief Procurement Officer
Division: Corporate and Enterprise Services
Location: SARS Head Office – Le Hae La SARS
Advert Closing Date: 2 March 2026

About the Position
An exciting opportunity is available for a highly skilled, results driven, self-directed Senior Manager with extensive knowledge and experience in Supply Chain Management and or Procurement of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) commodities which includes a wide range of technologies including computer hardware, software, networks and telecommunications systems (i.e. phones, internet and other related service offerings), Fixed properties, manage Lease agreements, Facilities management i.e. Maintenance, Construction, Legal services, Travel Management etc.
The candidate we are looking for must have at least 10 years senior management experience in formulating Procurement Demand Plans, Annual Performance Plans (APP) / Business Planning and managing large Procurement teams across various sourcing streams.
This role will manage all the sourcing streams within Procurement which are ICT, Professional Services, Corporate Real Estate (CRE) and Procure to Pay (P2). The role is located in the Procurement Business Area within SARS. In an ever-changing environment, we have to build a responsive and agile organisation to give effect to our strategic intent of achieving voluntary compliance. We invite you to be part of the Procurement team that contributes to the collection of revenue, protect the economy and people of South Africa. We believe that your skills, commitment and dedication will add value and make a difference to the organisation and country Integrity is key to the organisation.

Job Purpose
To champion policy frameworks and objectives with internal partners to ensure integration between functions in pursuit of strategic goals, develop annual and longer-term resource plan and secure capacity to achieve divisional objectives consistent with long-term strategic plan. Develop and oversee SARS procurement strategies, develop, implement and lead best practices which will ensure the effective sustainability of procurement initiatives embarked by SARS and to provide authoritative advice and guidance that supports the realisation of major organisational objectives in line with the SARS mandate.

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required
Honours/ Postgraduate Diploma (NQF 8) in Procurement and/ or Supply Chain Management and 10-12 years' experience in the procurement of Facilities/Professional Services, of which 3-4 years at a middle management level.
ALTERNATIVE #
Bachelor's Degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) in Procurement and or Supply Chain Management (NQF 7) and 12-15 years' experience in the procurement of Facilities (CRE) / Professional Services, of which 3-4 years at a middle management level.

Minimum Functional Requirements
Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) registration is an added advantage.
Procurement Process Management (PPM) - Managerial (Intermediate) . Develops, improves and fulfils organisational and functional objectives in Procurement and supply. The establishment and modification of processes, strategies and control procedures will result from review and constructive challenge at each stage of the procurement process. The procurement process should have the appropriate strategic context and key elements: Demand Management, Sourcing, Supplier Performance & Measurement, Performance Management, Knowledge Management. Ensuring the effectiveness and continuing development of the procurement process in all phases from identification of business need through to performance measurement. Everyone involved in the process can contribute to value creation.
Compliance to Procurement Principles and Legislation. Government issued the General Procurement Guidelines not only as a prescription of standards of behaviour, ethics and accountability which it requires of its public service, but also as a statement of Government's commitment to a procurement system which enables the emergence of sustainable small, medium and micro businesses which will add to the common wealth of South Africa and the achievement of enhanced economic and social well-being of all South Africans. Tenders in South Africa are measured on three principles, namely Functionality, Price and Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE). An Enterprise's ability to execute a contract is measured through the Functionality Principal in the Tender Environment. If an Enterprise's tender response did not pass the Functionality test it can't be measured on Price and B-BBEE. Enterprises that respond to tenders must ensure that they will pass the Functionality test in order to advance.

Job Outputs:
Process

Conduct high level and detailed cross functional research to ensure integration of acquisition management functions across all functional areas in SARS.
Deliver on cost reduction commitments through the identification, development and execution of strategic sourcing initiatives.
Develop internal control standards to improve compliance and mitigate procurement irregularities.
Develop tactical strategy and delivery plans in support of functional objectives in partnership with leadership.
Direct, control, coordinate and optimise budgeted resources to meet specific objectives and deliver agreed results and productivity requirements.
Drive the culture of innovation by managing initiatives in support of monitoring, reviewing and improving acquisition management processes.
Ensure that all stakeholders receive high level customer centric acquisition services through the application of high level of professional standards, knowledge and expertise.
Ensure the development and implementation of multiple practices in alignment with operational policy and procedural frameworks.
Evaluate operational capacity planning and risk management planning and make recommendations for changes in order to achieve strategic objectives.
Identify and recommend opportunities to continuously improve all functions and systems in line with national, regional and organisational changes.
Identify and recommend opportunities to continuously improve all functions and systems in line with national, regional, and organisational changes.
Lead practices that will ensure the implementation of effective acquisition management practices in an ethical manner in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Lead the development and execution of a performance driven supplier management process resulting in structured feedback and measurement.
Monitor and report on progress, relevant issues and risks impacting deliverables and take corrective action where necessary.
Plan for handling work outputs, pull together interdependent activities and specify priorities, standards and procedures to ensure tactical excellence.
Proactively identify interconnected problems, determine its impact and use to develop best fit alternatives; driving best practice solutions.
Provide periodic reports on performance against plan and progress on medium-term initiatives and use to realign operating plan and objectives appropriately.
Provide strategic direction and alignment of the Acquisition Management Strategy and execution thereof in line with business objectives.
Realign the procurement function and strategy towards business and organisational strategies.
Recommend changes to optimise processes, systems, policies and procedures, and direct the implementation of change and innovation initiated by the organisation.
Timeously communicate top-down policy modification, objective achievement progress and critical success factors to impacted stakeholders.
Use the insights gained through integrated business reports to measure success and realign tactical strategy development objectives appropriately.

Governance

Implement governance, risk, and compliance policy in own practice areas to identify and manage governance and risk exposure liability.
Manage and or advise on the translation and application of policy in a specific functional area.

People

Create a positive work climate & culture to energise employees & give meaning to work, minimise work disruption and maximise employee productivity.
Develop & implement appropriate people capacity plans in line with delivery & efficiency targets, on budget & in partnership with specialised areas.
Plan & develop enhanced organisational efficiency by identifying and addressing development requirements & providing tools for people resources.
Translate performance expectations into specific metrics and goals to identify and provide effective services, solve problems, and achieve objectives.

Finance

Draw up a budget aligned to business unit delivery plans, monitor planned vs. actual, minimise expenditure and report on cost efficiency.
Implement and monitor financial control, management of costs and corporate governance in area of accountability

Client

Build strong relationships and develop service level agreements that promote SARS with internal and external stakeholders.
Develop and ensure implementation of practices which builds service delivery excellence and encourages others to provide exceptional client service.
Manage an integrated service excellence culture, which builds rewarding relationships and provides opportunity for feedback and exceptional service.

Behavioural competencies

Accountability
Fairness and Transparency
Honesty and Integrity
Respect
Trust

Leadership Competencies

Ability to translate strategy into execution
Concern for Impact of own behaviour on others
Develops teams and nurtures interdependency
Inspires others to Positive Action
Nurtures Future Talent
Stewardship and Service Orientation
Strong Results Orientation
Values and Manages Diversity

Technical competencies

Business Acumen
Change Management
Decisiveness
Effective Business Communication
Functional Policies and Procedures
Governance, Ethics and Values
Managerial Budgeting
Negotiation Skills
Planning and Organising
Planning, Management and Measurement
Problem Analysis and Judgement
Procurement Knowledge
Supply Chain Management

Compliance Competency

GOC Secret

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SPECIALIST: SAP DEVELOPMENT AND INTEGRATION - FIXED TERM CONTRACT
Position Reports to: Specialist: Finance & Tax Modernisation
Division: Enterprise Service & Support
Location: Head Office, Le Hae La SARS, Pretoria
Advert Closing Date: 28 February 2026

About the Position
We are seeking a skilled SAP FICA Specialist with consulting skills, business knowledge, and SAP solution experience to join a dynamic, results-driven environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in configuring and deploying SAP FICA solutions within Finance (General Ledger and Sub-Ledger modules), enable effective data analysis, trend reporting, and decision making.
This role serves as the primary liaison between business operations and SAP technical teams, providing first-line support, troubleshooting, and incident management to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance of SAP solutions. As a SAP Super User, you will be responsible to support SAP projects and enhancements, act as a business integrator and manage change initiatives, as well as to provide operational support and ensure governance and compliance.
The position is critical to driving modernisation, ensuring compliance, and supporting business continuity through robust SAP integration.

Job Purpose
To provide expertise, advice and support clients with high complexity requirement analysis and systems configuration, implementation, and support of respective SAP modules, in order to enhance service delivery.
This role uses consulting skills, business knowledge, and SAP solution experience to effectively integrate SAP technology into the client's business environment in order to achieve client expected business results.

Education and Experience
Minimum Qualification & Experience Required
Relevant Bachelor’s Degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) in Information Tech, Computer Science, B-Com, Finance, Management, Software Engineering or other similar qualification AND 5-7 years’ experience in a finance, accounting or similar financial environment, of which 2-3 years at a technically skilled level
#ALTERNATIVE
Senior Certificate (NQF 4) with 10 years related experience, of which 2-3 years at a technically skilled level

Minimum Functions Required

Require a technically skilled level of working at maintaining IT and SAP FICA related solutions and configurations.
Monitor the system solutions, general ledger and taxpayer accounts to identify defects, and ensuring the fixes are properly tested and implemented
Ability to analyse sub-ledger accounts/ transactional listings/ Statement of Account and identify discrepancies and misalignment with other systems, tax legislative and business requirements
Relevant SAP module analysis, design and configuration experience
Experience and knowledge of key integration points between SAP modules
Relevant SAP module functional training or certification (at least SAP FICA experience/certification)
Familiar with SAP Governance, Risk, and Compliance (SAP GRC) authorisation concepts and able to troubleshoot Authorisation issues.

Job Outputs:
Process

Work with user management to establish the contribution that can be made to business, drawing up requirement specifications, conducting feasibility studies, producing high level and detailed models, oversee development and implementing solutions.
Engage in hands-on, in-depth analysis, troubleshooting, reviews and designs of the software, including technical reviews and analysis of source code.
Ensure proper testing has been completed and proper documentation exists to support new/modified applications in production and address any documentation gaps.
Ensure that applications are developed that have an orderly transition between applications, minimise risk, optimise performance, enhance client interface, and ensure delivery of reliable business processes and management of information.
Ensure that designs take full account of specified requirements and constraints, including any potential safety-related aspects, and are appropriate to the target implementation and support environments.
Oversee quality initiatives including code reviews, error log reviews, error coding standards, performance of database access and usage, bottleneck analysis, root cause identification and problem closure.
Planning and select programme of projects and related activities to achieve a set of business objectives, manage the programme within a controlled environment such that it maximises the associated business benefits.
Provide advice to business on the selection and use of appropriate design standards, methods and tools and their effective application.
Provide sound decision-making for software engineering and application development that would be sensitive to the constraints and needs of the business.
Assess software packages on their ability to meet all or parts of specified requirements and advise business owners and management on their technical suitability.
Provide specialist input through the investigation of opportunities for operational and process, product and risk optimisation. (I)
Draw on own knowledge and experience to diagnose symptoms, causes and possible effects in order to solve emerging problems. (I)
Accumulate information to review work progress that provides input to reporting, decision making and the identification of improvement opportunities. (I)
Maintain and implement the organisation's systems development standards, methods and procedures.
Correctly apply policies, practices, standards, procedures and legislation in the delivery of work outputs. (I)
Initiate process and procedural change, implement the change and provide guidelines and support related to new requirements as a result of the change. (I)
Plan for value-added process improvements, initiatives and services to deliver on operational strategy and objectives. (I)
Communication of situational interpretation and judgement of work outputs and queries in area of specialisation. (I)
Apply practical and applied knowledge and act authoritatively on methods, systems and procedures to identify trends and potential risks. (I)

Governance

Implement and provide input into the development of governance, compliance, integrity and ethics processes within area of specialisation. (I)

People

Search for, integrate and share new knowledge attained through formal and informal learning opportunities in the execution of your job. (I)
Develop and maintain productive working relationships with peers and team members to achieve predefined objectives. (I)

Finance

Adhere to organisational policies and procedures to ensure cost effectiveness and reduction of financial costs. (I)

Client

Contribute to a culture of service excellence, which builds positive relationships and provides opportunity for feedback and exceptional service. (I)
Provide authoritative, specialist services, expertise and advice to internal and external stakeholders. (I)

Behavioural competencies

Accountability (V)
Adaptability
Analytical Thinking
Attention to Detail
Commitment to Continuous Learning
Conceptual Ability
Customer Service
Expertise in Context
Fairness and Transparency
Honesty and Integrity
Organisational Awareness
Respect
Trust

Technical competencies

Business IT Systems
Business Knowledge
Computer Literacy
Customer Relationship Management
Data Collection and Analysis
Efficiency improvement
Functional Policies and Procedures
IT Knowledge
Problem Analysis and Judgement
Reporting
System Thinking
Technical Analysis
Verbal Communication
Written Communication

Additional Technical Competencies:

Customer Service Technology (IT) Proficient in - (Applied theory). Break down objects or ideas into simpler parts and find evidence to support generalisations. Compile component ideas into a new whole or proposed alternative solution. Can perform the actions associated with the skill without assistance and is recognised within own organisation as "a person to ask" when difficult questions arise regarding this skill. Focus is on broad issues; Capable of coaching others; Participate in senior level discussions regarding this competency; Has consistently provided ideas and perspectives on process or practice improvements; Assist in the development of reference and resource materials in this competency.
Enterprise Architecture (IT) Proficient in - (Applied theory). Break down objects or ideas into simpler parts and find evidence to support generalisations. Compile component ideas into a new whole or proposed alternative solution. Can perform the actions associated with the skill without assistance and is recognised within own organisation as "a person to ask" when difficult questions arise regarding this skill. Focus is on broad issues; Capable of coaching others; Participate in senior level discussions regarding this competency; Has consistently provided ideas and perspectives on process or practice improvements; Assist in the development of reference and resource materials in this competency.
Application, Configuration and Optimisation (IT) Proficient in - (Applied theory). Break down objects or ideas into simpler parts and find evidence to support generalisations. Compile component ideas into a new whole or proposed alternative solution. Can perform the actions associated with the skill without assistance and is recognised within own organisation as "a person to ask" when difficult questions arise regarding this skill. Focus is on broad issues; Capable of coaching others; Participate in senior level discussions regarding this competency; Has consistently provided ideas and perspectives on process or practice improvements; Assist in the development of reference and resource materials in this competency.
SAP Development and Integration Skills (IT) Proficient in - (Applied theory). Break down objects or ideas into simpler parts and find evidence to support generalisations. Compile component ideas into a new whole or proposed alternative solution. Can perform the actions associated with the skill without assistance and is recognised within own organisation as "a person to ask" when difficult questions arise regarding this skill. Focus is on broad issues; Capable of coaching others; Participate in senior level discussions regarding this competency; Has consistently provided ideas and perspectives on process or practice improvements; Assist in the development of reference and resource materials in this competency.

Compliance Competency

GOC Confidential

SENIOR SPECIALIST: BUSINESS INTEGRATION (FIXED TERM CONTRACT)
Position Reports to: Manager: Information Technology Service
Division: Strategy Enab & Modernisation
Location: Head Office
Advert Closing Date: 27 February 2026

About the Position
SARS is looking for an experienced IBM Integration Software Developer. Experience in IBM related integration software, with exposure to IBM MQ Messaging, and REST/Web Service integration patterns will be an added advantage.

Job Purpose
To provide expertise, advice and support in practice formulation and associated best practice improvement tactics, by ensuring sustainability of SARS software, systems and technologies, enabling a holistic business solution that support and sustain the business capability with minimal business risk, integrate and align architectures within the Enterprise Architecture, in order to enable tactical translation and operational implementation.

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required
B. Tech: Computer Systems AND 8-10 years' experience in an IBM Integration Software Development Environment or other versions of the software, of which 3-4 years at junior specialist level.
OR
Relevant IT Qualification / Certification, as specified in Min Functional requirements, where applicable and 8-10 years’ experience in an IBM Integration Software Development Environment or other versions of the software,of which 3-4 years at junior specialist level.
ALTERNATIVE #
Senior Certificate (NQF 4) AND 15 years’ experience in an IBM Integration Software Development Environment or other versions of the software, of which 3-4 years at junior specialist level.

Minimum Functional Requirements
IBM Integration Software Development

Job Outputs:

Process

Analyse and make recommendations about improvements to specialist systems, procedures and associated area's practice.
Contribute to the optimum utilisation of org. resources, advising on effective planning and development of area of specialisation resource plans.
Develop a single practice area in alignment with operational activity and procedural frameworks and ensure tactical implementation.
Draw on own technical or professional expertise, knowledge & experience to identify & recommend tactical solutions to defined problems in practices.
Integrate business information, compare, analyse & produce reports to identify trends, discrepancies & inconsistencies for decision making purposes.
Optimise goal achievement through tactical strategy implementation and optimisation of practises, processes & systems across an internal value chain.
Plan for value-added, continuous practice & system improvements to deliver on objectives to enhance tactical implementation and excellence.
Proactively identify interconnected problems, determine its impact and use to develop best fit alternatives; best practice implementation solutions.
Translate top down policy in relation to own practice area and communicate impact to relevant stakeholders.
Recommend changes to optimise processes, systems, practice area and associated procedures and execute the implementation of change and innovation.
Ensure proper project planning and execution as well as overall change control.
Provide support to projects by applying the required specialised skills in terms of infrastructure, architecture, data, design, services, processes, monitoring and patterns.
Troubleshoot and methodically identify research and resolve complex issues in the IT environment.
Design, plan and implement all the software, integration, design and development activities that relate to the portfolio of business integration in conjunction with all relevant stakeholders.
Introduce best practises and influence the divisions to change and adopt accordingly.
Contribute to IT business planning with regards to interface applications.

Governance

Develop and/or align governance and compliance policies for own practice area to identify and manage risk exposure liability.

People

Integrate new knowledge and transfer skills attained through formal and informal learning opportunities in the execution of your job.
Provide specialist know-how, support, advice and practice thought leadership in area of expertise.

Finance

Implement and monitor financial control, management of costs and corporate governance in area of specialisation.

Client

Develop & ensure implementation of a practice that builds service delivery excellence & encourage others to provide exceptional stakeholder service.
Participate in the specialist practice community and contribute positively to organisation knowledge management.
Provide authoritative, specialist expertise and advice to internal and external stakeholders

Behavioural competencies

Accountability
Analytical Thinking
Attention to Detail
Building Sustainability
Commitment to Continuous Learning
Conceptual Ability
Fairness and Transparency
Honesty and Integrity
Organisational Awareness
Problem Solving and Analysis
Respect
Trust

Technical competencies

Application Development and Maintenance
Business Knowledge
Database Design and Management
Efficiency improvement
Functional Policies and Procedures
IT Knowledge
Reporting and Interpretation
System Thinking

Compliance Competency

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OFFICE MANAGER (PROCUREMENT) FIXED TERM CONTRACT
Position Reports to: Chief Procurement Officer (CPO)
Division:  Procurement
Location: SARS Head Office – LeHae La SARS, Brooklyn
Advert Closing Date:

SARS is looking for a motivated, passionate person who can work independently and provide expertise and advice on the strategy for various Segments. The successful incumbent will join a highly motivated and capable team that will take responsibility for implementing sound practices within well-governed processes. He/she must be able to formulate tactical strategy and associated delivery plans related to a single practice area, ensuring practice integration and operational implementation through the achievement of Compliance objectives, by managing operations in a specific business area within the Segment to ensure that specific production targets are met.  In addition, s/he will be responsible for providing creative options on improving the segment and overall functions and processes.

Job Purpose
To manage the administrative, operational and governance functions, as well as coordinating the strategic and performance plan of the Chief Procurement Office. Coordinate the interface between the Office, internal and external stakeholders on matters requiring attention of the Chief Procurement Officer

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Management / Advanced Diploma in Project Management at NQF 7 AND 8-10-years’ experience in office management / project management of which 3-4 years is at a junior management level.
ALTERNATIVE
Senior Certificate (NQF 4) AND 15 years’ experience in Project Management and Business Administration of which 3-4 years is at a junior management level.

Minimum Functional Requirements

Project Planning: Define project objectives, create detailed project plans, and establish timelines and milestones to guide the project from initiation to completion.
Team Leadership: Assemble and lead project teams, ensuring effective communication and collaboration among team members. Resolve conflicts and motivate the team to achieve project goals.
Budget Management: Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently and costs are controlled throughout the project lifecycle.
Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize their impact on project outcomes.
Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, providing regular updates on project progress, challenges, and changes.
Quality Assurance: Ensure that project deliverables meet the required quality standards and align with stakeholder expectations.

Job Outputs:

Process

Act as the bottom-line drivers of tactical implementation within the context of business unit excellence and performance improvement. (I)
Direct, control, coordinate and optimise budgeted resources to meet specific objectives and deliver agreed results and productivity requirements. (I)
Ensure the development and implementation of a practice in alignment with operational policy and procedural frameworks. (I)
Implement tactical strategy and delivery plans through the development of operational activities, ensuring the achievement of operational targets. (I)
Plan for handling work outputs, pull together interdependent activities and specify priorities, standards, and procedures to ensure tactical implementation. (I)
Provide periodic reports on performance against plan & progress on short-term initiatives & use to realign tactical plan and objectives appropriately. (I)
Recommend changes to optimise processes, systems, policies, and procedures, and execute the implementation of change and innovation initiated by the organisation. (I)
Timeously communicate top-down policy modification, objective achievement progress, and critical success factors to impacted stakeholders. (I)
Use the insights gained through integrated business reports to measure success and realign tactical strategy implementation objectives appropriately. (I)
Provide support to the Chief Procurement Office in preparation for internal and external meetings, including presentations.
Conduct quality assurance inspections across teams to ensure that all work conducted is on standard and comply with defined processes and procedures.
Drive projects carried out by the Chief Procurement Officer office through the application of effective project management principles.
Ensure efficient and effective follow-through and quick turnaround times for query resolution, meeting of deadlines and electronic correspondence.
Develop, implement, and monitor a new reporting ethos that focuses on standardisation and uniformity.
Ensure effective functioning of the office with emphasis on the administrative documentation and management support side.
Co-ordinate information concerning progress and programs of various management committees and other relevant internal stakeholders.
Ensure that divisional impacts have been explored and all risks (internal and external programmes) have been identified and mitigation strategies developed.
Draft responses regarding more complex issues for internal and external stakeholders.
Provide professional input and support in preparing reports for the Commissioner and/or Minister and/or
Regional Director as well as divisional reports, submissions, and approvals.
Prepare and co-ordinate submissions for quarterly and periodic reporting with the responsible portfolio committees, steercoms, etc.
Provide quality assurance for divisional reports, as well as taking minutes for divisional meetings.
Provide strategic support to the Chief Procurement Office on the day-to-day office management.
Prepare and manage all reports, correspondence, and documents for the Chief Procurement Office, including the monitoring of the document management system.
Ensure effective relationship and liaison between the Office of the Commissioner and/or Chief Procurement Office.
Provide support in dealing with ad hoc requests as they arise e.g. interviews, submissions, offer letters etc.
Research, analyse and compile comprehensive documents/presentations, as required.
Manage the risk register and coordinate Audit processes on behalf of the Chief Procurements Officer

Governance

Implement governance, risk, and compliance policy in own practice area to identify and manage governance and risk exposure liability. (I)
Manage and or advise on the translation and application of policy in a specific functional area. (I)

People

Develop and implement appropriate people capacity plans in line with delivery and efficiency targets, on budget and in partnership with specialised area. (I)
Plan and implement enhanced organisational efficiency by identifying and addressing development requirements and providing tools for people resources. (I)
Translate performance expectations into specific metrics and goals to identify and provide effective services, solve problems, and achieve objectives. (I)

Finance

Draw up a budget aligned to tactical delivery plans, monitor planned vs. actual, minimise expenditure and report on cost efficiency. (I)
Implement and monitor financial control, management of costs and corporate governance in area of accountability. (I)

Client

Build strong relationships and implement service level agreements that promote SARS with internal and external stakeholders. (I)
Develop and ensure implementation of practices which builds service delivery excellence and encourages others to provide exceptional client service. (I)
Manage an integrated service excellence culture, which builds rewarding relationships and provides opportunity for feedback and exceptional service. (!)

Behavioural competencies

Accountability (V) - The acknowledgement and assumption of responsibility for actions, products, decisions, and policies within the scope of the role or employment position.
Fairness and Transparency (V) - Build diverse and inclusive workplaces where decisions, practices, processes, and transactions are transparent and fair.
Honesty and Integrity (V) - The quality of being upright, truthful, sincere and freedom from deceit or fraud (H). Guided by values, ability to demonstrate moral judgement and doing the right thing consistently (I).
Problem Solving and Analysis - Must be able to systematically identify, analyse, and resolve existing and anticipated problems to reach optimum solutions in a timely manner.
Respect (V) - Ability to be considerate for self and others.
Trust (V)- Firm belief in the reliability, truth or ability of someone or something.
Ability to translate strategy into execution - Execution leadership means having a strategic mind-set and the leadership skills to perform a function, implement a process or execute a project.
Concern for Impact of own behaviour on others - The ability to influence a wide range of diverse individuals and groups positively.
Develops teams and nurtures interdependency - Leverage collaborative relationships. The ability to apply the right technology to the right process at the right time with the right people.
Inspires others to Positive Action - Inspirational leadership is about energising and creating a sense of direction and purpose for employees and excitement and momentum for change. It involves energising individuals to strive towards a compelling vision of the future by embracing and embodying SARS's values in all aspects of their work. It includes offering clarity around goals and objectives and ensuring that those who are led work collaboratively towards a shared purpose.
Nurtures Future Talent - Develops the technical skills and leadership abilities of SARS personnel to create sustainable delivery capability. The drive to further the development and learning of others.
Stewardship and Service Orientation - Steward leaders have a sense of purpose, which helps them to align their actions to the organisation's vision, goals, and values. Regard leadership as an inordinate privilege without a sense of entitlement. Capture the collective aspirations of those that they lead, foster a sense of commitment, and place the interest of others ahead of their own.
Strong Results Orientation - Consistently delivers required business results; sets and achieves achievable, yet aggressive, goals; consistently complies with quality standards and meets deadlines; maintains focus on organisational goals.
Values and Manages Diversity - Understands and respects the customs and norms of others and modifies own behaviour. Contributes actively to a working environment that recognises, responds to, and acknowledges the value proposition of SARS; acts as a catalyst for promoting SARS values and influences others to translate vision into action.

Technical competencies

Knowledge and application of Risk Management – Knowledge of risk management
Administration - obtains, records, analyses, and reports information to enable effective and efficient administrative processes.
Business Acumen - Understands primary business drivers to impact on decision making and get things done.
Change Management - Transforming individuals, teams, and organisations to a desired new state.
Decisiveness - The confidence and ability to take timely and appropriate decisions.
Effective Business Communication - Must be able to communicate information and ideas in a clear and concise manner appropriate for the audience to explain, persuade, convince, and influence others to achieve the desired outcomes.
Functional Policies and Procedures - The knowledge and interpretation of the functional policies and procedures, including monitoring their consistent application internally within SARS.
Implementation and Follow Through - Ability to pursue goals and objectives in a disciplined, focussed, and persistent way delivering on position and project outputs within agreed budgets and time frames.
Managerial Budgeting - Must be able to plan the work unit budget and manage income and expenditure, through responsible implementation of policies, practices, and decisions, to achieve unit objectives effectively and efficiently.
Planning and Organising - Ability to organise, prioritise and, where applicable, delegate work activities to efficiently accomplish tasks and meet objectives.
Planning, Management & Measurement - Plans, Manages and Measures
Problem Analysis and Judgement - Identifies problems, analyses the problem in a logical way, defining the root cause and formulating the correct solution or line of action.
Relationship building - Ability to develop sound, mature and productive relationships with other members of the organisation, partners, clients, and institutions.
Research and Information Gathering - Ability to review and study relevant information from various sources to develop latest information; Ability to identify primary and secondary authorities to validate the research.
Service Delivery - Meets and or exceeds the clients’ expectations about service delivery.

Compliance Competency

GOC- Sensitive - the unlawful disclosure of which may be harmful to the security or national interest of the Republic or could prejudice the Republic in its international relations;(b) commercial information, the disclosure of which may cause financial loss to an entity or may prejudice an entity in its relations with its clients, competitors, contractors and suppliers. E.g. Taxpayer information

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