WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF THE PREMIER VACANCIES

MANAGEMENT ECHELON


DIRECTOR: RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION REF NO: DOTP 62/2024 
SALARY : R1 216 824 per annum (Level 13), all-inclusive salary package 
CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate qualification at NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA, An appropriate 3-year B-degree/ Advanced Diploma; A minimum of 5 years relevant experience at a middle/senior managerial level. Recommendation: Post graduate degree in Industrial / Organisational Psychology. Competencies: Proven working knowledge and experience of the following: Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices; Information Systems; Core Competencies: Strategic Capability and leadership, People Management and Empowerment, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management and Change Management; Skills: Partnership Management; Change Management; Knowledge Management; The skills required of a high level in-house advisor; Strong conceptual and formulation skills; Strong leadership skills with specific reference to the ability to display thought leadership in complex applications. 
 
DUTIES : Provide strategic guidance and advice in respect of talent sourcing, appointments and establishment control. This includes the following broad areas of service delivery: Manage the sourcing of talent (advertisements, shortlisting and interviews to appointment letters); appointments and payroll matters; Create, amend, reserve, freeze, unfreeze, release, lend, borrow and abolish posts; Create new establishments. Compile information for top management; Maintain databases for departments and handle the PERSAL-function. Administer the appointment of contract employees, including contract extensions, promotions, transfers within or into the WCG, secondments and acting appointments; Confirm appointments of officers on probation; Administer job upgrades, acting appointments and salary matters such as over- or under payments; Administer the appointment and payment of temporary workers; Render compensation management services; Strategic Management; Change Management; People Management; Financial Management. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms Louise Esterhuyse Tel No: (021) 483 5856 
APPLICATIONS : To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
NOTE : 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. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 02 December 2024

OTHER POSTS
 
 
CHIEF RISK ADVISOR: ENTERPRISE RISK MANAGEMENT REF NO: DOTP 61/2024 
SALARY : R849 702 per annum (Level 11), all-inclusive salary package 
CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher); A minimum of 3 years middle management level experience within risk management or similar environment; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. Recommendation: Experience in the design and implementation of risk assessment methodologies. Competencies: Extensive knowledge of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) frameworks and working principles; Skills needed: Communication at an executive management level (verbal and writing); Analytical and problem solving and Strategic planning. 
 
DUTIES : Policy and Strategy Development: design and review risk management policies, strategies and implementation plans. Monitor and evaluate progress against those plans; Deliver Risk Management Services: Direct, lead and influence risk identification, assessment, prioritisation, and integrate risk management practises into decision-making processes; Risk Monitoring and Reporting: Collaborate with relevant departments to ensure timely and accurate risk information is obtained. Accurately capture and maintain risk-related data in the system and generate regular reports on risk exposure, trends and mitigation efforts of Departments being serviced; Risk Governance and Compliance: Ensure that the Departments comply with all relevant regulations, industry standards and best practises. Lead risk management governance initiatives including liaising and presenting within reporting structures and committee oversight bodies such as Enterprise Risk Management Committees and Audit Committees; Team Leadership and development: Lead and manage. risk practitioners, providing mentorship and professional development opportunities. Foster a high-performance team culture that prioritize collaboration and innovation in risk management. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms A Haq Tel No: (021) 483 8318 
APPLICATIONS : To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to do a practical and 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. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 02 December 2024 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: APPOINTMENTS AND COMPENSATION REF NO: DOTP 60/2024 
SALARY : R444 036 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience. Recommendation: Extensive working experience in transactional HR environment; Demonstrating a proven ability to manage large volumes effectively; substantial expertise in handling diverse aspects such as appointments, service benefits, auditing, and payroll administration; excel in managing high volumes of data, transactions, and responsibilities within tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements; 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: Policy Development; Budgeting processes; National and Provincial instruments and legislation pertaining to human resources management with specific reference to the Public Service Amendment Act, Public Service Regulations and Labour Relations Act. Skills needed: Computer literacy; Communication (written and verbal); Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Analytical thinking; Strategic thinking; Ability to analyse, conceptualise and implement policy; Conflict resolution; Monitoring, evaluation and reporting; Presentation. 
 
DUTIES : Manage and supervise staff regarding the following functions and perform the more complex work in that regard: Administer the appointment of nominated candidates on PERSAL, Administer the appointment of contract employees, including contract extensions; Perform managerial /supervisory tasks: Participation in the recruitment and selection of staff, Motivate, train and guide staff, Manages the performance, evaluation and rewarding of staff, Monitor information capacity building and Promote sound labour relations. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mrs A De Vries Tel No: (021) 483 2732
APPLICATIONS : To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to do a practical and 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. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 02 December 2024