Chief Director Districts And Institutional Support

POST 27/224 : CHIEF DIRECTOR DISTRICTS AND INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT

SALARY : R1 554 696 per annum (Level 14), (an all-inclusive remuneration package).

The inclusive remuneration package consists of a basic salary contribution to

the Government Employees Pension Fund, a medical fund, and a flexible

portion in terms of applicable rules.

CENTRE : Provincial Office (Mahikeng)

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 Certificate. Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) as recognised by SAQA

in Management / Public Administration / Social Science / Public

Management/Project Management. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at a

senior managerial level or equivalent to SMS level from other sectors. A valid

driver’s license. Nyukela certificate is required for all SMS positions before

appointment (Certificate for entry into the senior management service from the

National School of Government). Knowledge: Service delivery innovation,

Problem Solving and Analysis. Client Orientation and Customer Focus,

Communication, Strategic Capacity and Leadership, People Management and

Empowerment, Financial Management, Change Management, Programme

and Project Management. In-depth knowledge and understanding of corporate

services management in public service. PFMA. Public Service Act and

Regulations, Policy Formulation, Project Management, Labour Relations

Competencies: Strategic capability and leadership skills. Programme and

project management skills. Strong financial management skills, change

management, problem-solving and conflict management skills. People

management and empowerment skills. Client orientation, customer focus and

communication skills. Honesty and integrity, knowledge management,

networking, presentation skills and computer skills. Excellent in-depth

knowledge and insight into all applicable policy frameworks governing the

public sector and the social development environment.

DUTIES : Provide strategic leadership and management to the following programmes:

District Coordination (district offices, service points, sub-offices) Institution

Management (institutions and facilities). Manage and facilitate the

implementation of Corporate Services. Manage and facilitate the

implementation of Finance Administration and Management. Manage and

facilitate the implementation of Social Welfare Services. Manage and facilitate

the implementation of Specialist Social Services. Manage and facilitate the

implementation of Development and Research. Liaise and account to

Government oversight structures. Liaise with key departmental partners.

Develop and maintain social contact with the service beneficiaries of the

Department. Establish and maintain good intergovernmental relations.

ENQUIRIES : Ms MP Mhlongo- Kgaboesele Tel No: (018) 388 2043/1668

APPLICATIONS : E-Mail: SDRecruitmentPO@nwpg.gov.za

NOTE : The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement

within 3 months of appointment.

Grade 12 Certificate. Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) as recognised by SAQA in Management / Public Administration / Social Science / Public Management/Project Management. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at a senior managerial level or equivalent to SMS level from other sectors. A valid driver’s license. Nyukela certificate is required for all SMS positions before appointment (Certificate for entry into the senior management service from the National School of Government). Knowledge: Service delivery innovation, Problem Solving and Analysis. Client Orientation and Customer Focus, Communication, Strategic Capacity and Leadership, People Management and Empowerment, Financial Management, Change Management, Programme and Project Management. In-depth knowledge and understanding of corporate services management in public service. PFMA. Public Service Act and Regulations, Policy Formulation, Project Management, Labour Relations Competencies: Strategic capability and leadership skills. Programme and project management skills. Strong financial management skills, change management, problem-solving and conflict management skills. People management and empowerment skills. Client orientation, customer focus and communication skills. Honesty and integrity, knowledge management, networking, presentation skills and computer skills. Excellent in-depth knowledge and insight into all applicable policy frameworks governing the public sector and the social development environment.

Provide strategic leadership and management to the following programmes: District Coordination (district offices, service points, sub-offices) Institution Management (institutions and facilities). Manage and facilitate the implementation of Corporate Services. Manage and facilitate the implementation of Finance Administration and Management. Manage and facilitate the implementation of Social Welfare Services. Manage and facilitate the implementation of Specialist Social Services. Manage and facilitate the implementation of Development and Research. Liaise and account to Government oversight structures. Liaise with key departmental partners. Develop and maintain social contact with the service beneficiaries of the Department. Establish and maintain good intergovernmental relations.

E-Mail: SDRecruitmentPO@nwpg.gov.za The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement within 3 months of appointment. To apply, submit a completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae via e- mail or hand delivery. On the subject line of your e-mail, indicate the correct name of the post and the reference number include the department, also use the correct e-mail. All attachments for online submission must include the Z83 form and updated Curriculum Vitae only be in PDF Format, also as one document. Failure to do so, your application will be disqualified. Compliance: It is compulsory to fill all fields on the New Amended Z83 Form (81/971431) as prescribed with effect 01 January 2021, part of declaration must be signed, dated and initialed only on the first page. The Form is obtainable at any Public Service Departments and DPSA Website, www.dpsa.gov.za. Part A the applicant(s) must indicate the correct advertised Post name and Centre, Reference number. The Z83 Form must be accompanied by a recently updated Curriculum Vitae with full personal details, qualifications current and previous experience must be listed in date’s order, with relevant requirements of the post including three (3) names of contactable referees. Part B, C and D applicant must provide sufficient information relevant to the post applying for. Parts B, C and E fields for date of birth, work permit, business interest and preferred language, current study can be left blank, mark them as not relevant, and uses dashes or N/A if they don’t apply to you. Part E, F and G may not be fill if your CV already has the updated information. Applicant can skip experience section, but Part F is compulsory to be completed if you are seeking re- employment into the Public Service. Please note: It is a responsibility of a Person in possession of a foreign qualification to furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) only when shortlisted. Only shortlisted candidate(s) for post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview. NB: Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service (SMS Pre Entry Certificate) is required prior to finalisation of an appointment into any SMS post. For more details on the pre-entry course visit: https: www.thensg.gov.za/training -course/sms-pre-entry programme. Note: 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. NB: All shortlisted candidates including SMS, shall undertake two pre- entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. Applications received after the closing date will, as a rule will not be accepted. It will be expected of candidates to be available for interview process on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. Applicant(s) previous background/reference checks will be verified through contactable referees. Shortlisted candidate(s) will be required to undergo personnel suitability checks, which include criminal records, citizenship, financial credits, asset records, qualifications verification and vetting. The successful candidate will enter into an annual performance agreement. The candidate annually will be requested to disclose his/her financial interest. The Department reserves the right not to make appointment. Applicant requiring additional information regarding advertised post must direct their enquiries to the relevant person indicated. NB: Communication and Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only. If you have not heard from us within six (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours. NB: Regrettably due to excessive budget cuts, the department is not in a position to mee any travel and subsistence costs relating to the recruitment process for the shortlisted candidates. MANAGEMENT ECHELON

Applications: SDRecruitmentPO@nwpg.gov.za