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GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF CO-OPERATIVE GOVERNANCE AND TRADITIONAL AFFAIRS
It is the department’s intention to promote equity through the filling of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan. To facilitate this process successfully, an indication of race, gender and disability status is required.
APPLICATIONS : Applications should be submitted strictly online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za/Public/Jobs.aspx
FOR ATTENTION : Human Capital management
CLOSING DATE : 09 November 2026
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on a duly online completed Z83 form It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender, and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. Preference will be given to people with disabilities, and they will be exempted from a driver’s license requirement. Applications should be submitted strictly online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za/Public/Jobs.aspx or http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za/Public/Jobs.aspx and it should be accompanied by a most recent Z83 form which may be obtained from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za/documents. and comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV), certified copies of qualifications and Identity will be submitted upon request (no postal or hand delivery applications will be accepted). It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. Furthermore, the recommended candidate will be required to produce his/her SMS Pre-entry certificate as offered by the National School of Governance (NSG) prior to the appointment being made. The certificate for entry into SMS and full details can be sourced by the following link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Preference will be given to female applicants for SMS posts. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments; one will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The Selection panel shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. Correspondence will only be limited to shortlisted candidates. If you have not been contacted within 3 months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Failure to comply with the above instructions of specifically attaching a recent Z83 and a comprehensive CV will result in applications being disqualified.
MANAGEMENT ECHELON
DIRECTOR: HUMAN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT REF NO: REFS/057044
Chief Directorate: Corporate Management
SALARY : R1 317 384 per annum, (all-inclusive package)
CENTRE : Johannesburg
REQUIREMENTS : Matric plus NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA in Human Resource Management/Public Management/Business Management or relevant qualification. Coupled by a minimum of 5 years’ experience at a Middle /Senior Management level in Human Resource Management in the Public Service. Furthermore, the recommended candidate will be required to produce his/her SMS Pre-entry certificate as offered by the National School of Governance (NSG) prior to the appointment being made. Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of legislative and Policy framework governing the Human Resource Management in the Public Service. Knowledge and understanding of Human Resources Mechanisms, Institutional processes and systems regulating the practice of Human Resources in the Public Service. Knowledge and understanding of Departmental Strategic focus and Human Resource priorities, Strategic Capability and Leadership, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management, Change Management, Knowledge Management, Service Delivery Innovation (SDI), Problem Solving and Analysis, People Management and Empowerment, Client Orientation and Customer Focus, Communication, and Honesty and Integrity. A valid driver’s licence.
DUTIES : Organisational Development and Change Management: Lead organisational design, structure and post establishment management, job evaluation, job profiling, business process mapping and work-study investigations. Develop and implement organisational change interventions, human resource plans and policies aligned with departmental priorities and available resources. Human Capital Planning and Talent Management: Provide strategic leadership in workforce planning, recruitment, selection, retention, career development, succession planning and employment equity. Oversee talent management and development programmes, including training, bursaries, learnerships, internships, mentorship, and leadership development. Direct the implementation of the departmental Human Resource Plan, Human Resource Development Strategy and Workplace Skills Plan. Oversee remuneration, conditions of service, personnel administration, and human resource information systems. Performance Management and Development: Lead the implementation and monitoring of the Performance Management and Development System (PMDS), including performance assessment, moderation, reporting, recognition and management of underperformance and disputes. Utilise performance information to inform talent development, accountability, and organisational effectiveness. Employee Relations, Health, and Wellness: Provide strategic oversight of labour relations, grievances, disciplinary processes, collective bargaining, negotiations, and dispute resolution. Direct employee health and wellness programmes and oversee the implementation of occupational health, safety, and environmental management initiatives. Strategic Leadership, Governance and Resource Management: Provide strategic and operational leadership to the Directorate, ensuring achievement of performance targets and compliance with applicable legislation, policies, and public service prescripts. Manage the Directorate’s budget, human resources, performance, skills development, leave administration and internal controls. Oversee audit findings, risk management and corrective actions to strengthen governance and accountability. Develop employees, manage workplace conflict, and promote ethical conduct and a high-performance culture. Provide strategic advice to departmental leadership on organisational effectiveness, workforce capability, talent management, employee relations and human capital risks to enhance institutional capacity and service delivery.
ENQUIRIES : Caiphus/ Andy, cell: 071 474 7078/51
DIRECTOR: TRADITIONAL INSTITUTIONAL MANAGEMENT REF NO: REFS/057047
Chief Directorate: Intergovernmental Relations and Traditional Institutional Management
SALARY : R1 317 384 per annum, (all-inclusive package)
CENTRE : Johannesburg
REQUIREMENTS : Matric plus NQF Level 7 as recognized by SAQA in Development studies or relevant qualification. Coupled by 5 years’ experience at a Middle /Senior Management level in Traditional and Khoisan Institutional Management. Furthermore, the recommended candidate will be required to produce his/her SMS Pre-entry certificate as offered by the National School of Governance (NSG) prior to the appointment being made. A Certificate of Competency, issued by a recognised Senior Traditional Leader, as a male or female initiate, will be an added advantage; being a South African Citizen and having a valid driver's licence is a requirement. Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of Customary Initiation Act, Policy guidelines, Policy development, Legislation development and implementation, Institution of Traditional Leadership, Customary Initiation, Public Finance Management Act and Public Service Processes. A valid driver’s license.
DUTIES : Provide good governance and financial management support to Traditional and Khoisan institutions: In collaboration with the traditional councils develop annual budgets, cashflow projections and facilitate payments in accordance with the PFMA and its regulations against the agreed budget. Review quarterly financial reports, bank statements and performance reports. Ensure that traditional councils and the local house sit at least once a quarter. Review the minutes of traditional council and meetings of the local house and assist the institutions in implementing the resolutions. Ensure that the code of conduct for traditional leaders, traditional councils and the local house is adhered to in accordance with the TKLA. Provide support to Traditional and Khoisan communities with rural development initiatives and land administration services. In collaboration with the traditional council, community and leader identify projects and programmes that aligns to the support framework from the Department of Agriculture. Support traditional communities, councils and leaders in their land claims or restitution programmes. Ensure land administration in the traditional councils are aligned to the legislative frameworks, set up systems for land administration in the traditional communities and councils; and ensure the traditional councils implement and support government programmes relating to rural development and land administration. Establish, support, and monitor the provincial initiation coordinating committee: Establish the Provincial Initiation Coordination Committee as prescribed in legislation. Establish the Provincial Initiation Monitoring Team in line with legislative prescripts. Provide financial and administrative support to the Provincial Initiation Coordinating Committee and the Provincial Initiation Monitoring Team in line with legislative prescripts. Ensure regular training and development of the Provincial Initiation. Coordinating Committee, Provincial Initiation Monitoring Team, traditional surgeons, and principals. Provide secretariat support to the Provincial Initiation Coordinating Committee and the Provincial Initiation Monitoring Team regarding coordination of meetings, minute taking and the implementation of resolutions; and Develop systems of the applications received, approved, and rejected. Establish and implement the recommendation of the commission on traditional leadership, disputes, and claims: In collaboration with the Office of the Premier, establish a Commission on Traditional Leadership Disputes and Claims, by ensuring the establishment is published in a government gazette, the Premier approves the recommended commissioners, and their terms of reference is spelt out and published. Ensure the systems for the payment of commissioners is developed and approved by the Head of Department. Provide secretariat support to the commission by facilitating hearings, minuting the meetings of the commission, and recording the hearings. Register all claims and disputes presented to the Department and communicate with the applicants confirming receipt of the applications, advising them of the process to be followed and communicating the hearing dates. Implement the recommendations of the commission in line with the legislative requirements; and ensure that all traditional leaders recognised through this process is published in a provincial gazette and certification issued in line with legislative prescripts. Establish and support traditional and Khoi San leaders houses and councils to perform the legislative functions: Ensure members of the traditional council, local houses, and the provincial house complies with the legislative requirements for sitting in these structures. Establish traditional councils, local houses, and a provincial house in line with legislative prescripts. Ensure that a Magistrate or Judge swears in traditional councils, local houses, and the provincial house before commencing their duty. Provide financial and administrative support to the traditional councils, local and provincial houses in line with legislative prescripts. Provide training and development support to the local and provincial houses in line with the legislative prescripts. Provide infrastructure and tools of trade for the traditional councils, local houses, and the provincial house in line with legislative prescripts. Ensure traditional councils, local houses, and the provincial house sits at least once a quarter, that their meetings are minuted and resolutions implemented. Ensure that the Provincial and Local houses contribute to legislation, municipal by-laws and policy development that affects rural development, land administration and traditional communities. Ensure that traditional councils, local and provincial houses support government programmes; Ensure that the Provincial and Local houses provide annual reports to the Provincial Legislature and the municipal council. Ensure compliance with the Traditional and Khoisan Leadership Act and the Customary Initiation Act: Facilitate the establishment of traditional councils through hosting free and fair elections. Ensure that areas of jurisdiction, recognition of traditional leaders and the establishment of traditional councils are published in a government gazette in line with legislative prescripts. Support traditional councils to manage their finances and perform their administrative functions through training and development, infrastructure support, tools of trade and funding. Ensure the memorandum of agreement is adhered to by both traditional councils and ensure that expenditure is in line with the agreed budget. Ensure that traditional councils enter sound partnerships with government, civil society organisations and the private sector. Disestablish traditional authorities in line with legislative prescripts. Ensure that traditional leaders are recognised in line with the legislative prescripts, participate in municipal councils in line with the Municipal Structures Act. Review and align provincial legislation to that of the TKLA by preparing a provincial policy framework that EXCO adopts, consult drafting legislation with interested and affected parties, and ensure that the bill follows the legislative programme before being enacted. Establish a database of principals, surgeons, and initiates for each initiation season. Monitor initiation schools during the initiation season to ensure legislative compliance and close customary initiation schools that do not comply. Collaborate with the Departments of Health, Community Safety, Education and Social Development to ensure compliance with related legislation and ensure that the health and social well-being of initiates is protected. Collaborate and support municipalities in the implementation of the Customary Initiation Act; and facilitate regular awareness-raising programmes at the community level targeting parents and initiates. Management of Directorate: Manage and solve conflict within Directorate. Manage the Budget of the Directorate. Manage the skills development plan of the Directorate. Manage the PMDS of the Directorate. Manage the leave management of the Directorate and Manage the audit finding and queries of the Directorate.
ENQUIRIES : Caiphus/ Andy, cell: 071 474 7078/51
OTHER POSTS
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: IDP COORDINATION REF NO: REFS/057049
Directorate: IDP Coordination
SALARY : R932 292 per annum, (all-inclusive package)
CENTRE : Johannesburg
REQUIREMENTS : Matric plus NQF Level 7 in Town and Regional Planning, Development Studies, Development Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, Public Management, or relevant qualification as recognised by SAQA. Coupled with 3-5 years of experience at a supervisory (ASD) level either at municipal or provincial/national level or a combination of these and, preferably in the Integrated Development Planning, intergovernmental planning, spatial planning, or related field. Competencies: Personal and corporate leadership skills, Interpersonal relations, Analytical Thinking, Research skills, Facilitation and presentation skills, Project Management, Assertiveness, Computer skills, Conflict resolution skills, Networking skills, Negotiation skills, Teamwork, Work independently and Planning and organizational skills. A valid driver’s licence.
DUTIES : Facilitate and coordinate the development and implementation of credible IDPs in municipalities: Provide technical, strategic support and monitoring towards the development of compliant IDPs. Facilitate the Integrated Development Planning Process on behalf of the MEC for COGTA in the Gauteng City Region. Facilitate the compliance, credibility, and implementation of Municipal IDPs as per legislation (Municipal Systems Act of 2000). Facilitate broad sectoral engagements to coordinate joint planning and collection of community needs by Municipalities as well as ensure that they are incorporated into municipal and provincial plans. Facilitate the process of submission of final IDPs to Municipal Council for approval before submission to COGTA. Ensure the circulation and incorporation of gazetted GPG projects in Municipal Final IDPs. Ensure alignment of Municipal IDPs with DDM. Conduct analysis on Municipal Process Plans. Facilitate engagements for the Provincial IDP Managers Forum. Facilitate and ensure the coordination of alignment of municipal IDPs to National and Provincial priorities and plans: Facilitate and coordinate sectoral support to ensure that Municipal IDPs are reflective of both National and Provincial priorities. Facilitate the alignment of provincial plans to municipal community needs. Ensure the review and implementation of provincial IGR calendar. Mobilise provincial and national sector departments to participate in municipal IDP Processes. Coordinate the inputs of sectoral departments and SOEs into the development of the Provincial IDP Analysis Framework. Prepare EXCO submission on the findings of IDP assessment. Develop, implement, and review the Intergovernmental Planning Framework. Represent the department at the National IDP Coordinators Forum and report thereof and share best practice to the forum. Coordinate the development, implementation, and review of DDM One Plans across the Gauteng City Region: Coordinate and participate in the DDM IGR Coordinating platforms. Ensure DDM is incorporated in provincial and municipal plans. Facilitate necessary engagements with relevant GPG sector departments. Management of staff: Manage human resource in relation to all IDP and DDM work. Management of staff leave through ESS. Facilitate and coordinate the mid-year and final year performance reviews of staff. Report on ad-hoc activity management. Facilitate the execution of all non-contracted work activities as and when requested by the authorities. Prepare reports and minutes for meetings and workshops attended. Participate in the Bid Evaluation Committee sittings for selection of biding applicants, where necessary. And prepare Service Level Agreements for approved projects where necessary.
ENQUIRIES : Caiphus/ Andy, cell: 071 474 7078/51
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT REF NO: REFS/057051
Directorate: Capacity Development
SALARY : R932 292 per annum, (all-inclusive package)
CENTRE : Johannesburg
REQUIREMENTS : Matric plus NQF Level 7 in Human Resource Development / Human Resource Management / Industrial Psychology or relevant qualification as recognised by SAQA. Coupled with 3-5 years of experience at a supervisory (ASD) level in Human Resource Development / Capacity Building environment. A Skills Development Facilitator and Education Training and Development Practitioner Certificates will be an added advantage. Competencies: Strategic Thinking, Stakeholder management, Conflict Management, Communication, Project Management, MS office, Report Writing, Budget Management, Leadership, capability and strategic thinking, Interpersonal skills, Supervisory Skills, Planning and Organizing, Risk Management and Problem Solving. A valid driver’s licence.
DUTIES : Monitor and ensure support in the implementation of the scarce and critical skills strategy: Provide guidance and advice with regards to the implementation of the scarce and critical skills strategy through municipal engagements. Ensure the coordination and facilitation of meetings with municipalities with regards to the scarce and critical skills strategy. Manage the relationship between Local Government (LG) SETA and the Municipalities. Represent both COGTA and municipalities at LG SETA engagements. Manage the relationship between key stakeholders and Municipalities. Represent Gauteng CoGTA at DCOG (national COGTA) meetings, and report on capacity building initiatives in the province. Manage the updating of monthly reports timeously. Ensure the provision of quarterly reports timeously. Quality assure and ensure the provision of quarterly reports timeously. Provide technical and hands on support to the training and learning development units in municipalities: Monitor and ensure the compilation of the Workplace Skills Plan and Annual Report by all 11 Municipalities as well as the skills audit process. Develop Skills Audit Template and process flow. Provide guidance and support on implementation of Skills Audit process. Ensure the functioning of Workplace Skills Committees in Municipalities. Direct and facilitate capacity building programs through coordination, collaboration, leveraging and consolidation of various sector initiatives and strategic established stakeholders. Share knowledge and best practice with regards to capacity building. Manage and facilitate various engagements including stakeholder engagements, joint HR forums. Facilitate and manage capacity building programs for municipalities (Soft Skills): Ensure the development of materials for selected soft skills training. Manage and coordinate trainings at various municipalities. Facilitate the identified trainings. Manage the update monthly reports timeously. Quality assure and ensure the provision of quarterly reports timeously. Perform Deployment functions at identified municipalities: Manage and provide support at identified municipalities in respect to Pillar 5: Building Institutional Capabilities namely. Monitor senior vacancies. Monitor critical vacancies and scarce vacancies. Report on training that is facilitated by COGTA. Follow-up and action the recommendations made by South African Board of People Practice (SABPP). Lead the pillar in meetings with both the identified municipalities and the CoGTA team. Manage and update all progress reports. Escalate all challenges to both CoGTA and identified municipalities. Management of Sub Directorate: Management of day-to-day operations. Plan and delegate work and monitor progress. Manage weekly, monthly, and quarterly meetings. Manage the skills development plan of the Sub Directorate. Manage the PMDS of the Sub Directorate. Manage the audit finding and queries of the Sub Directorate. Facilitate the review and planning sessions and the submission of the strategic, operational plans, reports of the programme.
ENQUIRIES : Caiphus/ Andy, cell: 071 474 7078/51
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: DEMAND AND ACQUISITION REF NO: REFS/057054
Directorate: Supply Chain Management
SALARY : R932 292 per annum, (all-inclusive package)
CENTRE : Johannesburg
REQUIREMENTS : Matric plus NQF level 7 in Supply Chain Management / Logistics or relevant qualification. Coupled with a minimum of 3-5 years’ experience at an Assistant Director level in Demand Management environment. Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of legislative and policy framework regulating Asset Management processes, procedures, and systems. Knowledge Public Finance Management Act. PPPFA, PPPFA Regulations, SCM Practice notes, All the SCM Prescripts, Asset Management skills, Analytical Skills, Project Management Skills, Report writing skills, Communication Skills, conflict management skills, Interpersonal Skills, Planning and Organizing skills, Leadership Skills, and Financial Skills. A valid drivers’ licence.
DUTIES : Manage the process of request for demand and acquisition of goods and Services: Ensure that Annual Demand plan is compiled annually. Ensure that Demand Plan reports are aligned to departmental operational plans and activities. Monitor and manage leads time response versus requisitions and service delivery turnaround times from suppliers. Analyse, monitor and process all procurement transactions prior each financial year. Oversee management of stores management pertain to stores items. Monitor and manage validity of SAP transactions within the system by requesting management SAP reports. Advise and engage management on new policies in respect of procurement matters i.e. bidding process, contract management, practice notes and continuous improvement tender administration reforms. Engage business units with regards to status of their respective demand plans) and Effectively advice management on new policies regarding procurement matters. Manage and implement systems to ensure deliveries of goods, services and payments: Ensure that goods and or service received from suppliers is in line with PO issued and further ensure that they are in good condition, correct stock prior handing it over to the relevant unit. Ensure that RLS-02 (Good Confirmation) are captured on time when receiving invoice. Ensure constant follow-ups on all outstanding orders are recorded and suppliers are informed in writing. Monitor and advise on all tolerances (Price differences). Monitor and speed up all outstanding payments on Cockpit Web cycle and missing GRV’S daily. Ensure that all internal and external queries are attended within 2 days and query register is maintain for official purposes. Ensure invoices for goods and service rendered are processed on timeously within turnaround time of 10 days. Expedite, and Engage directorates regarding the delivery of goods and services rendered for invoicing. Engage business units with regards to status of their respective invoices (outstanding and paid invoices). Ensure that reorder levels are maintained for all store related items. Ensure that internal requisition forms (VA2) are signed properly by designated official’s prior issuance of stock. Ensure the provision of secretarial support in departmental demand committee: Ensure that BAC (Bid Adjudication Committee) agendas are compiled correctly. Manage the distribution of agendas and minutes to all members at least on the two days prior to the meetings. Check and ensure that minutes of the meetings are correctly taken, and clients are informed in writing of the outcome. Act as advisor to the adjudication evaluation panels. Arrange ad hoc meeting and ensure the recording of deliberations of the meetings. Coordinate and support with the development of request for proposal/Specifications. Ensure that the projects are aligned to the strategic objectives of the department. Ensure that the Procurement plan and Demand plans are aligned to the budget and submitted to GPT on time. Support the business units to develop specifications/Terms of reference. Review the specifications and Terms of reference before they are submitted to the Bid Committees. Management of Sub-Directorate: Management of the Sub-Directorate. Manage and solve conflict within the Sub-Directorate. Management of skills development plan of the Sub-Directorate. Management of the PMDS within the Sub-Directorate. Management of leave within the Sub-Directorate. Management of audit finding and queries of the Sub-Directorate.
ENQUIRIES : Caiphus/ Andy, cell: 071 474 7078/51
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: MUNICIPAL PERFORMANCE MONITORING, EVALUATION AND REPORTING (MUNICIPAL PROPERTY RATES COMPLIANCE) REF NO: REFS/057053
Directorate: Municipal Finance Monitoring and Evaluation
SALARY : R932 292 per annum, (all-inclusive package)
CENTRE : Johannesburg
REQUIREMENTS : Matric plus NQF level 7/ Degree in Property Studies, Real Estate and Property Estate Management or relevant qualification recognised by SAQA. Coupled with a minimum of 3 – 5 years’ experience in property management environment. At least 3 years at supervisory (Assistant Director) level and 5 years’ experience in property management environment. Competencies: Real estate, auditing, project management, data management, planning and research, data collection, management and analysis, report writing, analytical skills, problem solving, communication, presentation, project management, co-ordination, negotiation, managing conflict, financial management, strong computer literacy, report writing, monitoring, project management, sound knowledge of the Municipal Property Rates Amendment Act (MPRAA) and its supporting regulations as well as other related local government legislation. Understanding of public sector environment provincial and national legislation (DPSA Act & Regulations, PFMA), sound and interpretation of directives including managerial skills. A valid drivers’ license.
DUTIES : Management of municipal compliance and implementation of the Municipal Property Rates Amendment Act (MPRAA): Monitor compliance and conduct assessment on municipal calendar events in terms of MPRAA. Manage, process, and advise on all applications, submissions and requests submitted to the department for condonations. Manage, process, and advise on all applications, submissions and requests submitted to the department for the extension of the validity of the municipal general valuation rolls. Advise municipalities on corrective measures where non-compliance with MPRAA is identified. Assessment of municipal property rates policies: Conduct assessment of draft and approved municipal property rates policies. Provide feedback on findings and recommendations to municipalities on the outcomes of the assessment of municipal property rates policies. Conduct workshops with municipalities and VABs on compliance and implementation of the Municipal Property Rates Amendment Act: Compile quarterly reports on the progress made on the implementation on the MPRAA and issues emanating from the VABs. Monitor and report on the resolutions taken from the MPRAA workshops. Management of stakeholders in terms of MPRAA related issues: Respond to various MPRAA related questions posed by the different stakeholders and oversight bodies including the Gauteng Provincial Legislature. Work with relevant stakeholders on MPRAA related issues i.e Property Rates related organisations. Liaise with the legal representatives / Senior State Counsel on Court issues about MPRAA and manage the outcome of such queries and results. Management of sub-unit: Manage human resources in terms of training and development. Management of performance management within the sub-unit. Management of sub-unit’s annual performance and operational plan. Risk management within the sub-unit and Conflict management.
ENQUIRIES : Caiphus/ Andy, cell: 071 474 7078/51
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: TRADITIONAL INSTITUTIONAL MANAGEMENT (CUSTOMARY INITIATION) REF NO: REFS/057052
Directorate: Traditional Institutional Management
SALARY : R487 197 per annum, (plus benefits)
CENTRE : Johannesburg
REQUIREMENTS : Matric plus NQF level 6/ National Diploma in Development Studies or a relevant SAQA-recognised qualification. A minimum of 3–5 years’ experience working with the institution of Traditional and Khoi San leadership and/or within the customary initiation environment. A Certificate of Competency, issued by a recognised Senior Traditional Leader, as a male or female initiate, will be an added advantage. Competency: Knowledge of the Customary Initiation Act, No. 2 of 2021, policy guidelines and legislative processes, the institution of Traditional Leadership, customary initiation practices and the PFMA and Public Service regulatory frameworks. Skills and Competencies: excellent communication and report writing, conflict handling and interpersonal skills, organising and time management, problem solving and project management, computer literacy and stakeholder coordination and facilitation. A valid driver’s licence and South African citizenship are compulsory.
DUTIES : The incumbent will be expected to coordinate and support the Provincial Initiation Coordinating Committee (PICC): Develop and annually review Terms of Reference; coordinate stakeholder identification and appointment; facilitate quarterly meetings; minute proceedings; track resolutions; develop annual implementation plans; facilitate induction and training of PICC members. Provide administrative support to the PICC: Develop systems for processing applications received, approved, and rejected; communicate PICC decisions to applicants; prepare seasonal provincial statistical reports; manage fatalities emanating from initiation schools in line with legislative prescripts. Develop provincial policy and legislation on customary initiation: Draft provincial policy; consult stakeholders; coordinate legislative processes for province-specific legislation; facilitate EXCO approval and State Law Advisor pre-certification; ensure referral of the Bill to the Gauteng Provincial Legislature. Facilitate training, awareness, and stakeholder support: Develop concept documents for training and awareness programmes; coordinate annual training for PICC, Provincial Initiation Monitoring Teams, traditional surgeons, and principals; conduct community awareness programmes; coordinate printed communication materials (pamphlets, posters); facilitate media statements, press briefings and interviews before and after initiation seasons.
ENQUIRIES : Caiphus/ Andy, cell: 071 474 7078/51
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: MUNICIPAL FINANCE (REVENUE ENHANCEMENT) REF NO: REFS/057050
Directorate: Municipal Finance
SALARY : R487 197 per annum, (plus benefits)
CENTRE : Johannesburg
REQUIREMENTS : Matric plus NQF level 6/ National Diploma in Finance/ Commerce, or relevant qualification as recognised by SAQA, coupled with a minimum of 3-5 years’ relevant experience. Competencies: Sound knowledge of the administration and finances of the local government sphere with a focus on Revenue Enhancement. In-depth technical knowledge and the ability to review, develop and implement Revenue Value Chain and Debtor Management standards (e.g. Credit control policies, Recoverable debt and write off policies, Billing policies, Receipting, Tariff policies, Customer Care policies, Indigent policies, Standard Operating Procedures, innovative systems etc.). Understanding of applicable local government legislation, regulations, policies, and procedures especially the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA) and Municipal System Act (MSA). Finance related matters, departmental and municipal priorities. Government Legislation (Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), SA Constitution, Treasury regulations and circulars, Division of Revenue Act, Municipal Structures Act, Municipal Budget policy and National Credit Act). Supervisory experience, management of staff and knowledge of HR matters. Understanding of GPG and Departmental priorities and needs of stakeholders and Project Management body of Knowledge. Driver’s License.
DUTIES : Conduct Revenue Enhancement Planning: Undertake diagnostic analysis of the status Qiu as it relates to Revenue Enhancement systems in Municipalities (Section 71 reports, Municipal engagements, CoGTA Municipal Finance M&E reports, Municipal Annual Performance reports). Inputting into the Annual Performance Plan for the Directorate. Inputting into the Operational Plan for the Directorate and inputting into the budget for the Directorate. Support on Municipal Revenue Enhancement: Assess and advise on all Tariff charges, time schedule, accounts layout, printing, and distribution of statements. Assess and advise on payment methods, pay points, control of 3rd parties, un-allocated payments. Coordinate advice for municipalities on corrective measures where revenue linkages are identified and coordinate advice for Municipalities on the new sources of Revenue. Support and engage with municipalities and stakeholders on Revenue Enhancement related enquiries: Support in responding to various Revenue Enhancement-related questions posed by the different stakeholders and oversight bodies including the Gauteng Provincial Legislature and work with relevant stakeholders on Revenue Enhancement related issues. Support with Revenue Enhance Project Management/ Implementation: Ensure Municipal project engagements in Revenue Enhancement for by-in purposes. Ensure the preparation of Project Initiation Documents (Submission to HoD for project approval, Terms of reference, procurement processes, Service Level Agreements, Project, Plans and Skills Transfer Plans). Ensure the setting up of project steering committee meetings for monitoring purposes. Ensure the monitoring and reporting to different stakeholders regarding the Revenue Enhancement areas through monthly, quarterly, annual and presentations reports (COGTA executives, Premiers’ Coordinating Forum, Legislature, Communities, Businesses, MEC’s and MMC’s Indaba, National COGTA, National Treasury, Provincial Departments, CFO’s and Municipal Managers). Ensure the project close out processes (Post Project Support Plans, Close out reports and hand-over, Close out Municipal engagements). Coordinate Intergovernmental Relations in Revenue Management: Ensure the development of Regional Municipal support plan, Participating on the Regional task team meetings. Provide administrative support in meetings of the region. Report progress on the regional work and strengthen inter-governmental relations through the facilitation of meetings and forums in Revenue Enhancement. Management of the Division: Plan, delegate and provide direction on execution of work of my sub-ordinate. Review, quality assure, provide feedback and mentoring to junior staff members of the Division. Facilitate the development and training of junior officials in the Division. Monitor and approve leave for Division. Facilitating and coordinate the tools of trade for junior staff in the Division. Facilitate the performance and review of staff members in the Division. Providing regular feedback on performance of officials to improve performance and provide further guidance and on-the-job- training.
ENQUIRIES : Caiphus/ Andy, cell: 071 474 7078/51
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: SOURCING AND SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT REF NO: REFS/057048
Directorate: Supply Chain Management
SALARY : R487 197 per annum, (plus benefits)
CENTRE : Johannesburg
REQUIREMENTS : Matric plus NQF level 6/ National Diploma in Supply Chain Management or Logistics, or relevant qualification as recognised by SAQA, coupled with a minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in acquisition and contract management environment. Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of tender and contract management legislative framework in the Public Service; Knowledge and understanding of PFMA and other SCM Legislation; Knowledge of Department’s procedures on tenders and contracts administration; Ability to work in a highly-pressured environment and driven by a sense of urgency to meet deadlines; Thorough understanding of policy formulation and co-ordination; Analytical Skills; Project Management Skills; Report writing skills; Communication Skills; Problem solving skills; Conflict management skills; Interpersonal Skills; Planning and Organizing skills; Leadership Skills; Coordination Skills; Analytical Skills; Contract management skills; Tender management skills; Team working; Supervision; Communication; Problem Solving and Analysis; Staff Development; Financial Management and Procedures; Budgeting Processes; Policies, procedures and legislations; Planning and co-ordinating; A valid driver’s license.
DUTIES : Ensure the updating of suppliers’ database on an ongoing basis; Ensure the registering of suppliers on departmental supplier database; Administer the updating of existing information of suppliers on database; Administer and maintaining effective systems and procedures for suppliers registration and accreditation; Ensure that goods are procured in line with PFMA, PPPFA, Treasury Regulations and Supply Chain Management Guidelines to Accounting Officers; Ensure the implementation of and adherence to policies and procedures; Ensure the submission of approved tender specifications (pack) to GDF for advertising on e-Tender Portal and Government Tender Bulletin; Conduct briefing sessions; Guide role players on policy and procedures during the tendering processes; Present SCM processes or background of the tender to the Bid Evaluation Committee members; Facilitate all bid committees; Ensure the preparation of BSC, BEC and BAC minutes; Ensure preparation of submissions to the Adjudication Committee; Ensure proper management and facilitation of tender processes; Ensure the preparation and coordination of all Public Adjudication Committee processes; Presenting Tender and Sourcing processes to end- users; Compilation of monthly, quarterly and annual report on tenders to management and Provincial Treasury; Administer the invitation of quotations from the suppliers listed on the database; Oversee the obtaining of quotations; Ensure that goods and services are obtained from the suppliers who score the highest points according to the PPPFA.; Administer and maintain all records in respect of Requests for Quotations (RFQ); Communicate and save information about unreliable service providers; Interacting with CIPRO/DTI and National Treasury; Advice service providers on steps to follow to comply with the Departmental requirements; Facilitate the approval in respect of the awarding of quotations; Supervise the regular verification of VAT registrations and preferential point system; identify, assess, and prioritize risks of different projects within the supply chain; Measure, analyse, and manage the performance of a supplier; Ensure that supplier performance evaluation and reports are completed for proper management of contracts; Ensuring that a vendor adequately performs a contracted service; Monitor contract and commitment registers to ensure that the service providers are not under/ overpaid; Check that BAC (Bid Adjudication Committee) agendas are compiled correctly; Manage the distribution of agendas and minutes to all members at least on the two days prior to the meetings; Check and ensure that minutes of the meetings are correctly taken and clients are informed in writing of the outcome; Act as advisor to the adjudication evaluation panels; Arrange ad hoc meeting; Ensure the recording of deliberations of the meetings; Management of staff performance; Management of leave plan; Management of staff training and development; Coordinate activities of the division. A valid driver’s license.
ENQUIRIES : Caiphus/ Andy, cell: 071 474 7078/51
OHS PRACTITIONER: EMPLOYEE HEALTH AND WELLNESS REF NO: REFS/057045
Directorate: Human Capital Management
SALARY : R338 106 per annum, (plus benefits)
CENTRE : Johannesburg
REQUIREMENT : Matric plus NQF Level 6 in Environmental Health, Occupational Health and Safety, Safety Management. Coupled with a minimum 2 -3 years’ experience in an Occupational Health and Safety environment. Registration with a professional body in either Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA), Southern African Institute for Occupational Hygiene (SAIOH), or South African Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (SAIOSH) as a requirement. Competencies: Knowledge and good understanding on OHS Act (85 of 1993) Legislation and its related regulations; Knowledge of and the ability to implement directives on EHW, SHERQ, HIV and AIDS in the workplace; Problem solving; Analytical skills; Computer skills; Interpersonal skills; Presentation and facilitation skills; Report writing skills. A valid drivers’ license.
DUTIES : Monitor and ensure compliance with OHS Act (85 of 1993) & collate reports on SHERQ activities in the department; Implement OHS Policy, Occupational Health and Safety Act (85 of 1993) and related Regulations; Investigate accidents/incidents and complaints of employees in the workplace; Coordinate medical screening and functional medical surveillance where necessary; Review the effectiveness of health and safety measures in the department; Develop Emergency Response policies, evacuation procedures for drills; Coordinate Emergency evacuation drills within the department; Coordinate and facilitate (formal/informal) training for OHS Committee and Representatives; Conduct awareness (posters, workshops, webinars, pamphlets etc) for target employees e.g. use of safety equipment, fire extinguishers, evacuation chairs and PPE usage; Develop and implement Emergency Response procedures. Appoint Emergency Response Team; Coordinate the appointment of OHS representatives and committee; Participate in monthly meetings when required to report on relevant health and safety matters; Establish guidelines that will regulate the functions, responsibilities and administrative aspects of the OHS committee and representatives; Facilitate and continuously review and update the appointment of the relevant OHS committee members and representatives; Coordinate the quarterly OHS committee meetings and/or when necessary ensure effective deliberations on OHS matters and implementation of all action plans thereof; Investigate complaints relating to employee's health and safety matters safety; regarding health and safety at the workplace; Report all OHS committee functions, resolutions and action plans to appropriate authorities; Compile reports on inspections, incidents and accident investigations; Keep record and fill all OHS documents; Liaise with internal and external stakeholders e.g. municipality, disaster management, SAPS, OHS Committee, Contractors, HOD, Risk Management etc; Provide documents and information in the compilation of submissions of quarterly & annual reports to DPSA & OOP; Identify potential hazards and potential major incidents in the college; Conduct comprehensive Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment at the workplace; Conduct occupational health and safety/hygiene-related surveys e.g. lighting, ventilation etc. and make recommendations on control measures to be applied; Organize OHS compliance audits by appropriate authorities (Department of Labour etc on an annual basis); Undertake routine inspections and observations in respective work areas to monitor compliance with or violation of safety regulations, codes and standards; Establish Health & Safety inspections sheets and ensure that OHS Representatives (Reps) conduct such inspections on regular basis; Study, review and initiate appropriate action plans for all hazards and risks identified during OHS Reps inspections; Investigate all SHERQ-related incidents and accidents at the workplace, report same to relevant authorities, maintain accurate records thereof and initiate appropriate actions to prevent recurrence; Constantly strive to reduce occupational injuries, accidents and incidents at the workplace.
ENQUIRIES : Caiphus/ Andy, cell: 071 474 7078/51
ADMIN CLERK: ASSET MANAGEMENT REF NO: REFS/057043
Directorate: Supply Chain Management
SALARY : R237 453 per annum, (plus benefits)
CENTRE : Johannesburg
REQUIREMENTS : Matric or relevant qualification. Coupled with a minimum of 1 year working experience within Supply Chain Management environment. Competencies: A basic knowledge of supply chain duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collecting statistics. Basic knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework governing, the Public Service and Basic knowledge of work procedures in terms of the working environment. Computer literacy in (MS Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and email), good planning, interpersonal skills, good verbal and written communication skills and teamwork. valid driver's license.
DUTIES : Render asset management clerical support: Compile and maintain records (e.g asset records/databases), check and issue furniture, equipment and accessories to components and individuals, identify redundant, non-serviceable and obsolete equipment for disposal, verify asset register. Render demand and acquisition clerical support: Update and maintain a supplier (including contractors) database. Register suppliers on Logis or similar system, request and receive quotations, capture specification on the electronic purchasing system, place orders, issue and receive bid documents, provide secretariat or logistical support during the bid consideration and contracts conclusion process, and compile draft documents as required. Render an effective filing and record management service: Opening and close files according to record classification system, filing/storage, tracing (electronically/manually) and retrieval of documents and files, complete index cards for all files. Render logistical support services: Place orders for goods, receive and verify goods from suppliers, capture goods in registers databases, receive request for goods from end users, Issue goods to end users, maintain goods register, update, and maintain register of suppliers. Process documents for archiving and/ disposal: Electronic scanning of files, sort and package files for archives and distribution, compile list of documents to be archived and submit to the supervisor.
ENQUIRIES : Caiphus/ Andy, cell: 071 474 7078/51
