WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF THE PREMIER VACANCIES

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NOTE : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. All shortlisted candidates must make themselves available to be interviewed at a date, time and place as decided by the selection panel. Please ensure that you submit your application on or before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. Kindly note that technical support is only available from Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 16.00. Should you experience any difficulties with your online application you may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the Department. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS Competency Assessment tools. The nominated candidate will be required to complete the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme before they may be appointed into this post. The purpose of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme, which is a public service specific training programme applicable to all applicants who aspire to join the SMS, is to ensure that potential SMS members have a background on processes and procedures linked to the SMS. The duration of the online Pre-Entry Programme is 120 notional hours (15 days). Full details may be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Furthermore, thanks to the huge public interest we receive many applications for our positions, and as such will not be able to respond personally to all applications. Therefore, should you not hear from us within 10 weeks from close of advert please consider your application unsuccessful.

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MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
DIRECTOR: CORPORATE LEGAL ADVISORY SERVICES (SOCIAL CLUSTER REF NO: DOTP 63/2022 
SALARY : R1 073 187 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive package to be structured in accordance with the rules for SMS). Note: The remuneration package consists of a basic salary (70%) and the employer’s contribution to the Pension Fund. The remainder of the package may be structured according to your personal needs. 
CENTRE : Department of the Premier 
 
REQUIREMENTS : LLB degree with admission as an advocate or attorney; A minimum of six (6) years postgraduate experience in a legal practice or legal department on middle management level in the public or private sector. Successful completion of the Certificate for entry into the SMS (Senior Management Service) prior to appointment: The nominated candidate will be required to complete the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme before the candidate may be appointed into this post. Competencies: Proven knowledge of: constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector; the South African legal system with a specific focus on Constitutional Law, Administrative Law and the Law of Contract; policies of the government of the day, with specific reference to the Provincial Strategic Plan; global, regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the Western Cape Government; inter-governmental and international relations; people management and administrative systems and processes; and financial management processes. The ability to give independent advice on complex legal matters; The ability to brief and oversee the work of senior managers and high-level legal professionals; Excellent inter-personal skills; Excellent communication skills; Excellent negotiating and problem-solving skills; Outstanding planning, organising and people management skills; Access to and the ability to develop and maintain networks relevant to the task environment; Computer literacy skills. 
 
DUTIES : Line Management: Provide formal legal opinions and legal advice to the Provincial Executive and provincial departments in the social cluster (Health, Education, Community Safety, Environmental Affairs, Human Settlements, Agriculture, Social Development, Cultural Affairs and Sport). Render advice to the Provincial Executive and provincial departments in the social cluster on correspondence of a legal technical nature. Ensure legally sound contracts. Provide legal inputs on behalf of Members of the Provincial Executive and departments in internal and external forums. Verify the legal aspects in submissions to the Provincial Cabinet, Provincial Ministers and Heads of Department. Strategic Management: To define and review on a continual basis the purpose, objectives, priorities and activities of the Directorate. Participation in the Chief Directorate, and Directorate strategic planning process. Active involvement in the development and management of the strategic and business plans for the Directorate. To evaluate the performance of the Directorate on a continuing basis against pre-determined key measurable objectives and standards. To report to the Chief Directorate: Legal Service on a regular basis on the activities of the Directorate and on matters of substantial importance. To monitor and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and prescripts in respect of adequate and appropriate record keeping of the activities of the Directorate, and of the resources employed by it. Financial Management: Manage participation in the budgeting process at Directorate level. Ensure the preparation of the annual and adjustment budgets for the Directorate. Assume direct accountability for the efficient, economic and effective control and management of the Directorate budget and expenditure. Human Resource Management: Participate in the recruitment of employees in the numbers and grades appropriate to ensure the achievement of the Directorate strategic and business plans. Motivate, train and guide employees within the Directorate, to achieve and maintain excellence in service delivery. Actively manage the performance, evaluation and rewarding of employees within the Directorate. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Adv. N Boshoff Tel No: (+27 21 483 3377) 
 
NOTE : Only applications submitted online at: www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time as determined by the department. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16:00 you may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Otherwise, all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert.

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OTHER POSTS
 
 
CHIEF NETWORK TECHNOLOGIST REF NO: DOTP 60/2022 
SALARY : R382 245 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher qualification) in IT or related; A Minimum of 5 years’ experience in IT Service Management or similar environment. Recommendation: A valid (code B or higher) driving license; ITIL v3 or higher certified. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Competencies: Knowledge of; the following: Information Technology Service Management; ITIL v3 or higher; Cloud solutions and services; Microsoft products, solutions, and services; Cisco networks, solutions, and services; Skills needed: Conflict management; Project Management; Financial Management; Customer service; Communication (written and verbal); Troubleshooting/problem-solving; Adaptability; Teamwork; Interpersonal; Integrity; Planning and co-ordination; Analytical thinking; Self-driven; Self-motivated; Good writing; Identify service gaps, evaluate, and implement enhancements; Implement and support continual service improvement; Good understanding of networking; Research; Ability to learn quickly; Ability to work under pressure; Be able to take initiative and be pro-active. 
 
DUTIES : Manage and Coordinate service desk activities; Manage Service levels; Perform and manage escalations; Perform quality control; Manage all service desk performance; Reporting (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly or annually); Manage and coordinate user survey response management; Manage and coordinate service provider / contractors; activities as it relates to service desk. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr F Hercules Tel No: (021) 483 5361 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
HUMAN RESOURCE PRACTITIONER: PEOPLE ANALYTICS REF NO: DOTP 62/2022 
SALARY : R321 543 per annum (Level 08) 
CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or equivalent qualification); A minimum of 2 years; relevant experience. Recommendation: Working knowledge of the following: People Management Systems; Power BI; Research; Statistical Data Analysis. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Regulatory framework governing the People Management function; Management systems and processes; Research and product design. Skills needed; Advanced computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Communication (written and verbal); Presentation; Excellent report writing; Analytical; Research. Ability to persuade, advise, influence and deal with a wide variety of internal and external clients. 
 
DUTIES : Develop, implement and maintain a People Management monitoring, evaluation and data systems; Analysing data on People Management Systems; Compile trends and analysis reports; Monitor, evaluate and report on the implementation of People Management policies and practices; Provide a knowledge and information management service in support of people management. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms L Barron Tel No: (021) 483 4923 
 
 
 
 
 
 
LABOUR RELATIONS OFFICER: MISCONDUCT, DISPUTES AND GRIEVANCES REF NO: DOTP 35/2022 R1 
SALARY : R321 543 per annum (Level 08) 
CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree) in Labour Relations, Human Resource Management or Law; A minimum of 1-year experience in Labour Relations; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. Note: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities but have reasonable access to transport may also apply. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Public Service Act; Public Service Regulations and Labour Relations Act; Human Resource Management; Conflict Management; Appropriate labour legislation; Relevant disciplinary and grievance procedures; Skills needed: Proven computer literacy (MS Office); Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Planning, organising and execution; Written and verbal communication. 
 
DUTIES : Handle the following: Misconduct matters; Grievances matters; Disputes; Render advice on misconduct and grievance matters; Implement measures in order prevent labour unrest; Render a support service and represent the employer in dispute matters; Conduct investigations (misconduct, grievances and disputes); Draft submissions for mandates and represent the employer in disciplinary hearings. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms R Johaardien Tel No: (021) 483 8897/ Mr P Bogenhagen Tel No: (021) 483 6258 / Ms A Champion Tel No: (021) 483 3179 
 
 
 
 
 
 
CHIEF HR CLERK: LEAVE ADMINISTRATION REF NO: DOTP 54/2022 
SALARY : R261 372 per annum (Level 07) 
CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate (Grade 12); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience. Recommendation: PERSAL certificates. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: National and Provincial instruments and legislation pertaining to human resources management with specific reference to the Public Service Amended Act, Public Service Regulations and Labour Relations; All leave types in which the processing of all types of leave are captured and approved on PERSAL; Ability to keep up to date with regard to the applicable prescripts, policies, procedures, technologies and new developments to be able to render an efficient and effective service; Skills needed: Innovative and lateral thinking, report writing, verbal and written communication, proven computer literacy (MS Office - with focus on Excel), planning and organisational; Ability to analyse, conceptualise and implement policy; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. 
 
DUTIES : Render leave administrative service with regards to the approval and authorisations of leave applications and leave audits and leave gratuity payment; PILIR administration; Supervise and promote sound labour relations, maintain discipline and allocate duties to personnel, monitoring outcomes and instituting the necessary corrective measures to address deviations from standards and determine workflow requirements; Liaising with the Health Risk Manager and Departmental Finance Units; Manage call centre enquiries on the BMC Remedy System and Auditor-General enquiries; Provide statistical data information to management on a daily basis. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr F Williams Tel No: (021) 483 3229