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WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF THE PREMIER VACANCIES
WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF THE PREMIER
CLOSING DATE : 05 June 2023
NOTE : Only applications submitted online at: www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co. 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.
NOTE : Only applications submitted online at: www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co. 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.
MANAGEMENT ECHELON
HEAD: PROVINCIAL POLICY AND STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT (STRATEGIC PROGRAMMES) REF NO: DOTP 09/2023
SALARY : R1 590 747 per annum (Level 15)
CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification and a postgraduate qualification (NQF level 9) as recognised by SAQA; A minimum of 8 years’ senior management experience; A valid code EB driver’s license (or alternative means of transport). Recommendation: A Relevant Masters Degree in Public Policy / Economics/ Business / Finance. Competencies: Proven knowledge of and working experience with the legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions, particularly related to economic development, safety, health and education; Proven knowledge and understanding of information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function; Proven knowledge and understanding of programme and project management; Proven knowledge and understanding of supply chain management processes; Proven knowledge and understanding of policy development, and strategy management, monitoring and review processes; Proven knowledge and understanding of modern systems of governance and administration; Proven knowledge and understanding of public service procedures, processes and systems; Proven knowledge and understanding of the global, regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape; Proven knowledge and understanding of Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector; Proven knowledge and understanding of public finance, human resources and discourse management processes; Proven knowledge and understanding of the Public Finance Management Act, National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements; Proven knowledge and understanding of the functioning of the Province and the activities of sister departments; Proven knowledge and understanding of the policies of the government of the day; Basic knowledge and understanding of Labour Relations legislation and regulations; Proven knowledge and understanding of performance management in general; Strong conceptual and formulation skills; Strong leadership skills with specific reference to the ability to display thought leadership in complex applications; Excellent communication skills; Outstanding planning, organizing and people management skills.
DUTIES : Strategic Leadership and Management: Strategically advise and support the executive in the development, quality assurance, implementation and oversight of high-level provincial policies and strategies. This includes: Guiding and sustaining the strategic planning methodology and instruments deployed by the provincial government within the framework of applicable legislation; Designing and leading an integrated programme of applied provincial policy research. Providing thought-leadership and ensuring policy coordination on transversal provincial priorities related to economic development, safety and wellbeing; Support the executive in respect of international and priority programmes; Ensure that the provincial executive’s policy development, strategic planning, and programme and project implementation initiatives and evaluations are informed by appropriate and reliable strategic management information. Line Management: Play a top leadership role in the Provincial and Departmental strategic planning processes; Drive the Branch’s strategic planning process; Drive the development and management of the strategic and business plans for the Branch; Evaluate the performance of the Branch on a continuing basis against pre-determined key measurable objectives and standards; Report to the Director-General on a regular basis on the activities of the Branch and on matters of substantial importance relating to operational management support; Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and prescripts in respect of adequate and appropriate record keeping of the activities of the Branch, and of the resources (people, finances and assets) employed by it; Diligently perform all duties assigned to the post of Deputy Director-General. People Management: Foster and promote a culture of innovation within the Branch, and the Department; Ensure and participate in the recruitment of employees in the numbers and grades appropriate to ensure the achievement of the Branch’s Business Plan; Actively manage the performance, evaluation and rewarding of employees within the Branch; Ensure involvement in the compilation of a workforce plan, a service delivery improvement programme, and an information resources plan for the Branch; Promote sound labour relations within the Branch; Actively manage and promote the maintenance of a high performance culture and discipline within the Branch. Financial Management: Lead the budgeting process at Branch level; Lead the preparation of the Annual and Adjustment Budgets for the Branch; Assume direct accountability for the efficient, economic and effective control and management of the Branch’s budget and expenditure; Assume direct accountability for ensuring that the correct supply chain management procedures are adhered to in respect of purchases for the Branch; Assume direct accountability for ensuring contracts are managed effectively and efficiently for the Branch; Report to the Director-General and relevant oversight role players/committees on all aspects of the Branch’s finances; Ensure that full and proper records of the financial affairs of the Branch are kept in accordance with any prescribed norms and standards.
ENQUIRIES : Dr HC Malila Tel No: (+27 21 483 6673)
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
DEPUTY DIRECTOR-GENERAL: PEOPLE MANAGEMENT REF NO: DOTP 10/2023
SALARY : R1 521 591 per annum (Level 15), (all–inclusive salary package)
CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate undergraduate qualification (NQF 7) and a post graduate qualification (NQF 8) or higher qualification as recognised by SAQA; A minimum of 8 years Senior Management level experience; Completion of Certificate for entry into the SMS (Senior Management Service) upon appointment. Competencies: Extensive knowledge of applicable policies and procedures; Knowledge of the following: Global, regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape; Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions Management Principles; Procurement and tendering processes; Procurement and tendering processes; HRM processes inclusive of human resource planning; Policy development, and strategy management, monitoring and review processes; Public finance, human resources and discourse management processes; Performance management; Core Competencies: Strategic Capability and leadership, People Management and Empowerment, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management and Change Management; Skills: Accounting Finance and Audit; Information Technology; Formal Training; Economic, Statistical and Financial Analysis; Legal Administration; Strategic Planning; Strong conceptual and formulation skills; Strong leadership skills with specific reference to the ability to display thought leadership in complex applications; Team building and strong inter-personal skills; Excellent communication skills; Outstanding planning, organizing and people management skills.
DUTIES : Line Management will entail the co-ordination and enhancement of learning and development within the WCG; Rendering people management practices; Strategic Management, including change management will include the following: Defining and reviewing on a continual basis the purpose, objectives, priorities and activities of the Branch; Drive the Branch’s strategic planning process; Drive the development and management of the strategic and business plans for the Branch; Evaluate the performance of the Branch on a continuing basis against pre-determined key measurable objectives and standards; Report to the Director-General on a regular basis on the activities of the Branch and on matters of substantial importance relating to operational management support; Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and prescripts in respect of adequate and appropriate record keeping of the activities of the Branch, and of the resources (people, finances and assets) employed by it; Foster and promote a culture of innovation within the Branch, and the Department; Diligently perform all duties assigned to the post of Deputy Director General; People Management; Financial Management.
ENQUIRIES : Dr. Harry Malila Tel No: (021) 483 6032
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
MANAGEMENT ECHELON
HEAD: PROVINCIAL POLICY AND STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT (STRATEGIC PROGRAMMES) REF NO: DOTP 09/2023
SALARY : R1 590 747 per annum (Level 15)
CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification and a postgraduate qualification (NQF level 9) as recognised by SAQA; A minimum of 8 years’ senior management experience; A valid code EB driver’s license (or alternative means of transport). Recommendation: A Relevant Masters Degree in Public Policy / Economics/ Business / Finance. Competencies: Proven knowledge of and working experience with the legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions, particularly related to economic development, safety, health and education; Proven knowledge and understanding of information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function; Proven knowledge and understanding of programme and project management; Proven knowledge and understanding of supply chain management processes; Proven knowledge and understanding of policy development, and strategy management, monitoring and review processes; Proven knowledge and understanding of modern systems of governance and administration; Proven knowledge and understanding of public service procedures, processes and systems; Proven knowledge and understanding of the global, regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape; Proven knowledge and understanding of Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector; Proven knowledge and understanding of public finance, human resources and discourse management processes; Proven knowledge and understanding of the Public Finance Management Act, National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements; Proven knowledge and understanding of the functioning of the Province and the activities of sister departments; Proven knowledge and understanding of the policies of the government of the day; Basic knowledge and understanding of Labour Relations legislation and regulations; Proven knowledge and understanding of performance management in general; Strong conceptual and formulation skills; Strong leadership skills with specific reference to the ability to display thought leadership in complex applications; Excellent communication skills; Outstanding planning, organizing and people management skills.
DUTIES : Strategic Leadership and Management: Strategically advise and support the executive in the development, quality assurance, implementation and oversight of high-level provincial policies and strategies. This includes: Guiding and sustaining the strategic planning methodology and instruments deployed by the provincial government within the framework of applicable legislation; Designing and leading an integrated programme of applied provincial policy research. Providing thought-leadership and ensuring policy coordination on transversal provincial priorities related to economic development, safety and wellbeing; Support the executive in respect of international and priority programmes; Ensure that the provincial executive’s policy development, strategic planning, and programme and project implementation initiatives and evaluations are informed by appropriate and reliable strategic management information. Line Management: Play a top leadership role in the Provincial and Departmental strategic planning processes; Drive the Branch’s strategic planning process; Drive the development and management of the strategic and business plans for the Branch; Evaluate the performance of the Branch on a continuing basis against pre-determined key measurable objectives and standards; Report to the Director-General on a regular basis on the activities of the Branch and on matters of substantial importance relating to operational management support; Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and prescripts in respect of adequate and appropriate record keeping of the activities of the Branch, and of the resources (people, finances and assets) employed by it; Diligently perform all duties assigned to the post of Deputy Director-General. People Management: Foster and promote a culture of innovation within the Branch, and the Department; Ensure and participate in the recruitment of employees in the numbers and grades appropriate to ensure the achievement of the Branch’s Business Plan; Actively manage the performance, evaluation and rewarding of employees within the Branch; Ensure involvement in the compilation of a workforce plan, a service delivery improvement programme, and an information resources plan for the Branch; Promote sound labour relations within the Branch; Actively manage and promote the maintenance of a high performance culture and discipline within the Branch. Financial Management: Lead the budgeting process at Branch level; Lead the preparation of the Annual and Adjustment Budgets for the Branch; Assume direct accountability for the efficient, economic and effective control and management of the Branch’s budget and expenditure; Assume direct accountability for ensuring that the correct supply chain management procedures are adhered to in respect of purchases for the Branch; Assume direct accountability for ensuring contracts are managed effectively and efficiently for the Branch; Report to the Director-General and relevant oversight role players/committees on all aspects of the Branch’s finances; Ensure that full and proper records of the financial affairs of the Branch are kept in accordance with any prescribed norms and standards.
ENQUIRIES : Dr HC Malila Tel No: (+27 21 483 6673)
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
DEPUTY DIRECTOR-GENERAL: PEOPLE MANAGEMENT REF NO: DOTP 10/2023
SALARY : R1 521 591 per annum (Level 15), (all–inclusive salary package)
CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate undergraduate qualification (NQF 7) and a post graduate qualification (NQF 8) or higher qualification as recognised by SAQA; A minimum of 8 years Senior Management level experience; Completion of Certificate for entry into the SMS (Senior Management Service) upon appointment. Competencies: Extensive knowledge of applicable policies and procedures; Knowledge of the following: Global, regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape; Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions Management Principles; Procurement and tendering processes; Procurement and tendering processes; HRM processes inclusive of human resource planning; Policy development, and strategy management, monitoring and review processes; Public finance, human resources and discourse management processes; Performance management; Core Competencies: Strategic Capability and leadership, People Management and Empowerment, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management and Change Management; Skills: Accounting Finance and Audit; Information Technology; Formal Training; Economic, Statistical and Financial Analysis; Legal Administration; Strategic Planning; Strong conceptual and formulation skills; Strong leadership skills with specific reference to the ability to display thought leadership in complex applications; Team building and strong inter-personal skills; Excellent communication skills; Outstanding planning, organizing and people management skills.
DUTIES : Line Management will entail the co-ordination and enhancement of learning and development within the WCG; Rendering people management practices; Strategic Management, including change management will include the following: Defining and reviewing on a continual basis the purpose, objectives, priorities and activities of the Branch; Drive the Branch’s strategic planning process; Drive the development and management of the strategic and business plans for the Branch; Evaluate the performance of the Branch on a continuing basis against pre-determined key measurable objectives and standards; Report to the Director-General on a regular basis on the activities of the Branch and on matters of substantial importance relating to operational management support; Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and prescripts in respect of adequate and appropriate record keeping of the activities of the Branch, and of the resources (people, finances and assets) employed by it; Foster and promote a culture of innovation within the Branch, and the Department; Diligently perform all duties assigned to the post of Deputy Director General; People Management; Financial Management.
ENQUIRIES : Dr. Harry Malila Tel No: (021) 483 6032
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
OTHER POSTS
CLOSING DATE : 05 June 2023
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. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.
INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGIST: TRANSVERSAL PEOPLE CAPACITY ENABLEMENT REF NO: DOTP 46/2023
SALARY : Grade 1: R790 077 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : Masters’ Degree in Industrial Psychology; Registration as (Industrial) Psychologist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA); A valid code B driving licence. Recommendation: Experience in Leadership and Culture Interventions a well as assessment-related environment conducting competency assessments. Competencies: Knowledge in the following: Group dynamics (roles and stages of group development); Health Professions Act, 1974; HPCSA Code of Ethics for Professionals; HPCSA training requirements; Scope of practice for Psychologists; Maintenance of professional registration through participation in continuous professional development; Research methods and statistics (action research, quantitative and qualitative); Mentoring and coaching practices; Project management; Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 Key elements of policies, frameworks, norms and standards on organisational performance; Skills needed: Analytical; Change management; Conceptual, interpretive and formulation; Conflict resolution; Diagnostic; Diversity management; Facilitation and process consultation; Influencing; Innovative; Problem-solving; Intervention design; Interviewing; Leadership; Listening; Mentoring and coaching; Motivation; Negotiation; Networking; Planning and organising; Presentation; Professional judgment and reasoning ability; Project management; Research; Strong people skills and relationship building; Team building and strong interpersonal skills; Verbal and written communication.
DUTIES : Develop, guide and advise on complex theories and models in order to enhance behavioural, group and organisational behaviour; Responsible to perform psychometric and other assessments in order to determine the potential and/or suitability for training, development and recruitment and to determine individual, group and organisational effectiveness; Advise on institutional improvement and development based on surveys; Advise on development of policies; Design and develop assessment tools; Report on IP research; Develop culture interventions to improve organisational performance; Apply paradigms, theories and models to enhance organisational behaviour; Assess organisational behaviour dynamics; Conduct surveys and assessments; Facilitate and implement Western Cape Government Transversal Culture Programme; Perform institutional diagnostic surveys; Reporting.
ENQUIRIES : Ms L Isaacs Tel No: (021) 466 9734
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
LEGAL EDITOR: LEGISLATION REF NO: DOTP 45/2023
SALARY : R424 104 per annum (Level 09)
CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant operational experience. Recommendation: Experience in rendering an English and Afrikaans language editing, translating and language advisory service in relation to legislation, legislative instruments, legal- and other documents; Additional qualification in editing, translating and proofreading documents. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Language editing, translating and proofreading legislation, legislative instruments, legal and other documents (English and Afrikaans); Skills needed: Written and verbal communication; Proven computer literacy (MS Office); Planning and organisational; Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines.
DUTIES : Language edit, proofread and format draft provincial legislation (draft bills and regulations) other legislative instruments, legal- and other documents; Translate, quality control, revise and format translations (English and Afrikaans) of legislation, legislative instruments, legal- and other documents; Render a language advisory service (deal with language queries, compile and maintain a database of terminology, rules and templates).
ENQUIRIES : Ms A Vosloo Tel No: (021) 483 4353
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co