SOUTH AFRICAN LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION (SALGA) DATA ARCHITECT Based in National Office (Pretoria) Ref: 22/05/02 Cluster: Digital Information Technology Remuneration package: A competitive salary package with benefits ROLE OVERVIEW Reporting to the Chief Digital Officer, the incumbent will be responsible for activities that define the organisation’s and sectoral data assets (as well as the assets' sources, structure, classification and associations) as part of the data strategy to respond to emerging problem statements and move toward desired strategic outcomes THE CANDIDATE PROFILE ▪ Strong project management and organizational skills. ▪ Experience supporting and working with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment. ▪ Strong analytic skills related to working with unstructured datasets. ▪ Cleaning and integrating multiple data sources to support analytics QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE ▪ Bachelor’s or Honour’s degree in Statistics, Econometrics, Actuarial Science, Informatics or equivalent experience ▪ 8+ years in data and information management, analysis, and modelling experience ▪ Knowledge and understanding of the local government data eco-system ▪ Experience in executing data reporting and dashboard development using municipal and 3rd party data ▪ Experience in data warehousing, data modelling and/or data analysis ▪ Project Management experience ▪ Good knowledge of data management, data integration and database development techniques ▪ Valid Driver’s License; ▪ Team management/leadership experience ▪ Proficient in Python, R, and database technologies ▪ Advanced working Python knowledge and experience working with relational databases, query authoring Python as well as working familiarity with a variety of databases. ▪ Experience supporting and working with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment. KEY PORTFOLIO AND PERFORMANCE FOCUS AREAS ▪ Support the chief digital officer to deliver a sector-wide data programme to solve data analysis and prediction problems. ▪ Identify and act on new opportunities for data driven business in data science and analytics. ▪ Recognise when existing solutions can be generalised to solve new problems and address new data-as-a-service verticals ▪ Work in a collaborative environment developing data science methods, tools, and algorithms to solve problems. ▪ Lead the design, development, implementation and maintenance of complex data systems and solutions. ▪ Develop conceptual, logical and physical data models to support data analysis and business intelligence. ▪ Create and maintain current- and target-state data architectures ▪ Define and manage standards, guidelines and processes to ensure data quality. ▪ Ensure technology solutions are in alignment with data architecture principles and target state. ▪ Oversee end-to-end data life cycle management activities. ▪ Work with digital teams, business analysts and data scientists to understand data consumers’ needs and develop solutions. ▪ Evaluate and recommend emerging technologies for data management, storage, and analytics ▪ Become fluent in analytical modelling using SALGA’s internal data modelling platforms and tool; ▪ Continuously learn and apply latest and fit-for-purpose, open-source and proprietary tools and technologies to achieve results, including some or all of the following:
Cloud Business Intelligence/Analytics and visualisation ▪ Analyse output products to assure data quality and conformance to requirements. ▪ Develop technical specification for 3rd party platform data integration and streaming ▪ Participate in continuous improvement efforts to increase available data quality and speed of delivery ▪ Address ad-hoc domain-specific data analytic requirements from domain or cluster leaders; and a continuously deliver user-centric data visualisations, publications, and products Suitably qualified and experienced candidates must submit a curriculum vitae in application for this position to HR@salga.org.za Closing Date: 23 May 2022 (Please quote the relevant reference number in the subject line) NOTE: Communication will be limited to short-listed candidates only. SALGA reserves the right not to proceed with the appointment for any of the vacant position. All appointments will be made in line with the SALGA’S Employment Equity Plan
MANAGER ORGANIZATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS: PERFORMANCE & LEARNING Based in National Office (Pretoria) Ref: 22/05/01 Cluster: Human Capital and Corporate Services Remuneration package: A competitive salary package with benefits ROLE OVERVIEW Reporting to the Senior Manager: Organizational Development and Effectiveness, the incumbent will be required to drive the implementation of and give effect to the performance dialogue and learning management strategies and processes, providing operational management by inculcating a high-performance culture within SALGA and ensuring that all employees embrace the principles of performance, learning and development. Foster a learning culture within SALGA Management of the learning and development function with the objective of leading critical programmes within the function THE CANDIDATE PROFILE ▪ Sound understanding of policy and legislative frameworks in area of responsibility; ▪ Organizational Development/Change management / Organizational Behaviour (culture); ▪ Job and Organisation design principles and processes; ▪ HR Best Practices in the new world of work; ▪ Understanding of project management principles; ▪ Organizational Learning and Development; ▪ In depth strategic HR understanding; ▪ Business Acumen & Organizational Awareness ▪ Maintain high level confidentiality; ▪ High degree of self-management, pro-activeness and creativity; ▪ Results driven individual; ▪ Excellent communication skills (including liaison, report writing, feedback and presentation). QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE ▪ Relevant Bachelor’s Degree in HR; ▪ Post Grad qualification will be an added advantage ▪ 7 years’ experience in a Human Resources environment of which at least 3 years at management level in Skills Development; ▪ Proven experience in Performance Management & Learning & Development ▪ Experience in developing leadership and employee engagement programmes ▪ Experience working across the full Organization Effectiveness value chain will be an added advantage ▪ Valid Driver’s License ▪ Sound track record in effectively managing complex and sensitive stakeholder engagements at all levels. KEY PORTFOLIO AND PERFORMANCE FOCUS AREAS ▪ Performance: Ensure that performance management is implemented and embedded in accordance with SALGA’s approved Performance Management Policy, Procedures and System; Manage the development and implementation of effective and viable procedures, systems and processes to ensure compliance by all employees of SALGA; Ensure effective and efficient communication on all relevant performance management matters including compliance with the policy and its processes; Ensure provision of support to the Human Resources team on the development of effective solutions to address challenges relating to performance management within SALGA; Ensure effective implementation and utilisation of the Automated System where performance reports will be captured, updated and generated; Manage the performance management processes and provide support to all SALGA employees to assist them in ensuring that they meet the objectives set for them; Coordinate the process for the development of Individual Performance Scorecards for all employees within SALGA; Analyse the Individual Performance Scorecards of each employee to ensure alignment to approved annual performance plan and the 5 Year SALGA strategy; Coordinate the process to review and conduct quality assurance of performance evidence as per the performance policy; Ensure that grievances pertaining to performance management are dealt with timeously; Coordinate the compilation of performance information for the development of the Annual Report; Identify opportunities for improvements in performance management product design and development; Ensure proper follow-up to all meetings, communiqué, directives and any other performance management matters; Manage and ensure effective filing system and tracking of performance information (manually and electronically); Project manage performance management within the reporting cycles determined by the organisation as per legislative requirements within a given financial year; Identify and facilitate training of employees on performance management within SALGA; Attend and ensure that the Human Capital clusters interests are properly represented at all relevant meetings, working groups, committees, forums or departments as and when required. ▪ Learning & Development: Partner with organizational leaders and HC to define and drive the implementation of an integrated learning & development strategy which aligns with the legislative skills authorities to ensure compliance with the Employment Equity and Skills development legal framework; Ensure mandatory learning & development requirements are consistently delivered to meet statutory requirements; In collaboration with the SDF, formulate and oversee the delivery of an organizational annual development plan offering learning techniques and development opportunities; Lead, develop and oversee the provision of the organizations learning & development agenda linked to the BBBEE strategy; Identify training tools that can be effectively applied to deliver learning content; Effectively manage the learning functions to meet SALGA’s objectives of change implementation and business adoption; Liaise with key stakeholders to identify learning & development needs. Ensure that mechanisms are in place to effectively conduct needs analysis; Partner with the relevant Manager to manage leadership development initiatives to ensure SALGA’s leadership teams are well equipped to deliver against strategic objectives; Partner with the Talent function to proactively target development actions; Collaborate with key stakeholders within SALGA and experts to provide learning solutions; Manage the planning, coordinating and delivery of learning in the organization when required; Manage the learning budget and expenses as per guidance from Senior Manager Organisational Effectiveness; Implement and manage a robust tracking mechanism for reporting purposes; Manage the development of internal training material where necessary e.g for updated processes in collaboration with change and employee experience teams; Ensure that guidelines for development plans and career pathing discussions are adopted and embedded; Keep abreast of latest trends and best practices in skills development and learning solutions; Management of the Internship Programme which included implementation, tracking and control; Ensure data accuracy of the Works Skills Plan (WSP); Manage progress against WSP on a quarterly basis; Manage submission of WSP & ATR to SETA.; Network with service providers, SETA, other L&D professionals; ▪ Generic Support: The incumbent will be required to carry out extra projects as and when required; The incumbent will be a key team member of the Organisational Effectiveness management team; The incumbent will be a trusted advisor on all performance and Learning and Development matters; The incumbent will be required to support and contribute to the Organisational Effectiveness function and reporting Suitably qualified and experienced candidates must submit a curriculum vitae in application for this position to HR@salga.org.za Closing Date: 20 May 2022 (Please quote the relevant reference number in the subject line) NOTE: Communication will be limited to short-listed candidates only. SALGA reserves the right not to proceed with the appointment for any of the vacant position. All appointments will be made in line with the SALGA’S Employment Equity Plan ADVISOR: IGR & STRATEGIC RELATIONS Based in Gauteng (Braamfontein) Ref: 22/05/06 Cluster: Municipal Capabilities and Governance Remuneration package: A competitive salary package with benefits ROLE OVERVIEW Reporting to the Senior Advisor: IGR & Strategic Relations, this role will support the externally focused role within the provincial office in the IGR, International and Strategic Relations space and to build the image of Local Government locally and internationally THE CANDIDATE PROFILE ▪ Analytical and problem-solving skills; ▪ Decision making and sound judgement; ▪ Sector Knowledge and an understanding of the policy, legislative and regulatory frameworks governing the sector; ▪ High integrity and ethics. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE ▪ Diploma in Public Management / Administration / LLB or equivalent; ▪ At least 3 years’ relevant experience of which at least 1 years have been at an equivalent level within a medium to large sized organisation; ▪ Demonstrates a sound understanding of the Local Government Sector and issues relating to area of specialty; ▪ A valid code 08 drivers’ license and own vehicle. KEY PORTFOLIO AND PERFORMANCE FOCUS AREAS ▪ Research and Benchmarking: Collects, categorises and tracks relevant information required for specific tasks and projects, Perform support activities to benchmarking exercises under guidance from senior and Specialists, Under leadership and guidance from Senior Advisors and Specialists, perform desktop research on issues related to municipal challenges within the sector/ professional discipline (Collect data, examine relevance and synthesise), Support the gathering and channelling of information to build and update municipal profiles, Developing briefings/ speeches/ position papers etc for councillors representing SALGA in IGR engagements, Provide administrative support with the arrangements of knowledge sharing / peer learning sessions/ presentations to SALGA staff and external stakeholders. May include providing inputs to content and packaging of information for the sessions. ▪ Representation at IGR & Other For a (lobbying and Advocacy): Represent municipalities at relevant forums/ meetings/ committees within the sector/ professional discipline, attend policy conferences in topics related to area of accountability, Support the Senior advisors to develop content on a number of complex issues relevant to a SALGA position for mandating, Support the development of reports to the working groups, Understand the national and provincial governance structures of SALGA and the institutional structures of the Sector/ Professional discipline and key role players in the area of specialisation, Represent SALGA and the Municipalities at relevant external fora. ▪ Support Advice and capacity building: Guide, support and provide advice to municipalities in the areas of focus/ professional discipline in accordance with the programme plan; Provide hands-on support to strengthen municipal capacity/ improve programme implementation; Implement the capacity building strategy and associated programmes in municipalities; Support the representation of municipalities as the “employer” on national/ provincial LGSETA structures; Coordinate the logistical arrangements for training programmes/ peer learning sessions in the areas of focus/ professional discipline. ▪ Programme Monitoring and Evaluation and Reporting: Assist in the development, implementation and monitoring of the Governance Hands-on Support Strategy of SALGA; Implement project management methodologies and disciplines; and support the management of the full project cycle on assigned projects including M&E Ensure that projects are conducted against contract specification and payments are based on agreed milestone; Maintain records as per SALGA policy and ensure that all project records are up loaded into the company knowledge management system; Support the reporting on progress against milestones; Support the preparation of audit files for each project prior to audit ▪ Stakeholder Management: Within the scope of area of accountability build and maintain relevant stakeholder relationships/ partnerships in the area of responsibility; Ensure appropriate and timely communications with all stakeholders Build partnerships with relevant stakeholders to ensure programme success and to increase SALGA’s capacity to make an impact; Support the creation of reports to communicate about the programme and provide updates for website ▪ Governance, Compliance and Risk Management: Uphold sound corporate governance principles in the day-to-day operation of the area of responsibility/ professional discipline; Ensure compliance with organisational policies and procedures; Support the identification and mitigation of organisational and operational risks identified in the area of responsibility/ professional discipline; Represent SALGA in governance conferences, workshops and seminars as may be delegated by the Director: Governance from time to time; Coordinate provincial inputs and responses on key governance submissions; Carry out such other governance tasks as may be delegated by the line manager from time to time. ▪ Teamwork: Organise provincial governance workshops and seminars from time to time; Work as a multi-disciplinary and integrated team to find possible solutions to complex challenges in municipalities; Support organisational priorities and the implementation of resource mobilisation systems and processes; In line with the SALGA organisational culture, align personal and organisational values for improved performance; Support the Executive and Senior Management Team in building a high-performance culture in SALGA; Implement the performance management and development processes in SALGA to drive high performance on an ongoing basis. Suitably qualified and experienced candidates must submit a curriculum vitae in application for this position to HR@salga.org.za Closing Date: 20 May 2022 (Please quote the relevant reference number in the subject line) NOTE: Communication will be limited to short-listed candidates only. SALGA reserves the right not to proceed with the appointment for any of the vacant position. All appointments will be made in line with the SALGA’S Employment Equity Plan.
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