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  • Posted: Sep 4, 2023
    Deadline: Sep 18, 2023
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    The Western Cape Government creates laws for and provides services to the people of the Western Cape. We work closely with the national government and municipalities in the Western Cape to ensure that the citizens of the province have access to the services, facilities and information they need. We are committed to delivering an open opportunity society for ...
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    Chief Engineer (Grade A): Water Resilience - Municipal Infrastructure Ref. No. LG 41/2023

    Job Purpose    

    • The Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to perform and manage all aspects of varied innovative and complex engineering applications and provide strategic direction with regards to the WCG Water Resilience programme. This contract postition is based in Cape Town.

    Minimum Requirements    

    • Engineering Degree (B Eng/ BSC (Eng) in the Built environment or relevant qualification;
    • A minimum of six years post qualification experience required as a Registered Professional Engineer;
    • Compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer; A valid driving license (Code B or higher).

    Recommendation    None.
    Key Performance Areas    

    • Feasibility of innovative water solutions in the municipalities;
    • Demand side water management, tariffs, restrictions revenue impacts, it is critical to understand the future water needs by all sectors (residential, commercial, industrial agricultural etc.) in municipalities and Professional Wide;
    • Municipal independent water provider procurement, securing of Water and Sanitation infrastructure funding and financing;
    • Water Source Development (surface water, groundwater, reclamation, desalination and other innovative ways, ect.);  
    • All relevant water legislation and regulations in the local and district;
    • municipal space;
    • Geohydrologists contract management;
    • Water Board, Irrigation Boards, DWS, etc negotiations;
    • Review of Water and Sanitation Master Plans, source to tap water governance, tap to waste water treatment governance;
    • Protecting water infrastructure from vandalism and theft in the municipal space;
    • Continued professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures;
    • Input towards improvement of standard documentation and administrative procedures;

    Financial Management:

    • Ensure the availability and management of funds to meet the MTEF objectives within the engineering environment/services;
    • Facilitate the compilation of innovation proposals to ensure validity and adherence to organizational principles;
    • Manage subordinates’ key performance areas by setting and monitoring performance standards and taking actions to correct deviations to achieve departmental objectives.

    Competencies    
    Knowledge of the following:

    • Programme and Project Management;
    • Compilation of contract documentation;
    • Contract law and Contract adjudication;
    • Financial Management;
    • Engineering, legal and operational compliance; Engineering operational communication;
    • Process knowledge and skills;
    • Maintenance skills and knowledge;
    • Engineering design and analysis knowledge;
    • Research and development;  
    • Creating high performance culture;
    • Engineering and professional judgement.
    • Strategic capability and leadership;
    • Communication (written and verbal) skills;
    • People Management;
    • Planning and organising;
    • Behavioural competencies:
    • Problem solving and analysis;
    • Decision making;
    • Team leadership;
    • Creativity Customer focus and responsiveness.

    Skills needed:

    • Conflict management;
    • Negotiation and Change Management;
    • Technical report writing;
    • Contact documentation and administration;
    • Procurement processes;
    • Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

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    Asset Management Clerk: Library Admin Support Services (SCM section), Ref No. CAS 36/2023

    Job Purpose    

    • The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government has opportunities for two (2) competent individuals to render Supply Chain Management (SCM) and clerical services. These posts are based in Cape Town, CBD.

    Minimum Requirements    

    • Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification).

    Recommendation    

    • Working knowledge of policies and procedures of SCM which include the Legislative Framework of Supply Chain Management Asset Management. 

    Key Performance Areas    
    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; 

    Render logistical support services: 

    • Place orders for goods; Receive and verify goods from suppliers; 
    • Capture goods in registers databases.

    Competencies    
    A good understanding of the following: 

    • Public Finance Management Act (PFMA); 
    • Supply Chain Management Prescripts; 
    • Financial Accounting; Acquisition Management; 
    • Logistic Information System (LOGIS) or similar system; Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, outlook); 
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Communication skills (written and verbal)

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    Grounds Supervisor: Facilities Maintenance (Elsenburg), Ref No. AGR 48/2023

    Job Purpose    

    • The Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government has an employment opportunity for a competent individual to manage the execution of routine garden and grounds maintenance activities. This post is stationed in Elsenburg, Stellenbosch.

    Minimum Requirements    

    • An appropriate 1-2 year post school qualification (equivalent or higher qualification); 
    • A minimum of 3 years supervisory level experience in a garden and grounds maintenance environment; A valid driving licence.

    NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

    Recommendation    

    • Ability to drive a vehicle with a trailer.

    Key Performance Areas    

    • Ensure an effective grounds maintenance unit; 
    • Manage the execution of general routine activities regarding the upkeep of gardens and grounds; 
    • Implement general financial administrative prescripts; 
    • Perform administrative and related functions in the unit; 
    • Manage the workshop and storage of tools and equipment; 
    • Render assistance with the provisioning of clean drinking water and the moving of offices and furniture; 
    • Render standby duties and overtime.

    Competencies    

    • Knowledge of horticulture or agriculture; 

    Skills needed: 

    • Proven computer literacy; 
    • Communication (written and verbal); 
    • Problem solving and decision making; 
    • Leadership abilities and assertiveness; 
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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    Artisan (Production level): Mechanical Workshop (Welder) - 2 posts available, Ref No. DOI 21/2023 R1

    Job Purpose    

    • The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has opportunities for two (2) suitably qualified and competent individuals to maintain, repair, rebuild and modify all construction and maintenance plant. These posts are based in Bellville.

    Minimum Requirements    

    • Appropriate Trade Test Certificate (Welder); A valid (Code B or higher) driving license.

    Recommendation    

    • A valid PDP; Experience in the repair, rebuild, maintain and modify of diesel and petrol vehicles; Heavy and small plant and equipment (construction plant); Basic spray painting.

    Key Performance Areas    

    • Maintain, repair, rebuild and modify all vehicles, construction plant and equipment to standard;
    • Supervise Trade Worker Aid and Apprentice; Maintain occupational Health and Safety standards;
    • Technical skills such as analysing, legal compliance and computer-aid applications;
    • Perform administrative duties which include complete log forms and timesheets, initiate orders and writing reports.

    Competencies    

    • Knowledge of the following: Mechanical work on construction plant and equipment and vehicle (test);
    • Maintain good interpersonal relations;
    • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines;
    • Verbal and written communication skills;
    • Good planning and problem solving skills;
    • Good time management skills.

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    Regional Foreman: Routine Maintenance, Construction and Specialised Maintenance -Region 2 (1 post in Oudtshoorn and 1 post in Ladismith), Ref No. DOI 86/2023

    Job Purpose    

    • The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has opportunities for an (2) two individuals to manage and protect the Proclaimed Road Network in the Central Karoo and Garden Route DM areas. These post are based in Oudtshoorn and Ladismith.

    Minimum Requirements    

    • Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification);
    • A minimum of 6 years relevant experience; A valid code B (or higher) driving licence with PDP.

    Recommendation    
    Experience in the following:

    • Maintenance and management of multiple teams on road construction and/or maintenance projects;
    • Civil construction activities;
    • Operating minor construction machines;
    • Willingness to travel as required. A valid Code EC driving license is recommended.

    Key Performance Areas    

    • Leading the execution of road construction/ road maintenance operations;
    • Provide training to staff in work methods;
    • Assist in the undertaking of operational planning for the road transport network in the Garden Route & Central Karoo regional area;
    • Ensure that materials used are correct and/or in sufficient quantities;
    • Undertake daily and weekly inspections;
    • Supervise the road works and enforce discipline;
    • Handle emergency situations;
    • Ensure that all road reserves are safe and according to standards;
    • Handle applications regarding fences along roads;
    • Supervision personnel; Ensure that deadlines are met, and safety precautions adhered to;
    • Planning and maintenance of activities by personnel towards the strategic and physical protection of the proclaimed provincial road network.

    Competencies    

    Knowledge of the following:

    • Standards and procedures;
    • Administrative processes;
    • Health and Safety;Disciplinary measures and Legislation.

    Skills needed:

    • Supervisory;
    • Planning and problem solving;
    • Communication (verbal and written);
    • Conflict and diversity management;
    • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines;
    • Ability to work in a team;
    • Self-motivated; Logical thinking. Ability to interpret and give instructions.

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    School Sport Coordinator: Recreation (3-year contract position), Ref No. CAS 38/2023

    Job Purpose    

    • The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a competent individual to assist with the development and promotion of sport-based activities, projects and programmes for school going youth as well as other relevant communities based club participants for the following sporting codes: Diketo, Kgati and Ncuva. This post is based in Cape Town.

    Minimum Requirements    

    • Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification);
    • A minimum of 2 years experience in coaching or administration in at least one of the specific codes: Diketo, Kgati and/or Ncuva; A valid (code B or higher) driving licence.

    Recommendation    

    Experience in the following:

    • Long term athlete and coach development;
    • Project and event management.

    Key Performance Areas    

    • Liaise with relevant federations and structures to assist with the development and the promotion of sport-based activities, projects and programmes for school-going youth;
    • Link the school sport code structure with its respective federation structure;
    • Assist in the development of the clusters that were established by the directorate, thereby linking recreation to MOD Programme to school sport to club sport to high performance;
    • Monitoring and evaluation of the relevant school sport and related activities;
    • Continuously research, assess and correct/update the relevant school sport-related development and implementation strategies.

    Competencies  

    Knowledge of the following:

    • National Sport and Recreation Plan;
    • South African Coaching Framework;
    • Indigenous Games priority codes;
    • Managing interpersonal conflict;
    • Resolving problems; Written and verbal communication skills; Proven computer literacy.

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    State Accountant: Budget Revenue and Expenditure, Ref No. DOI 85/2023

    Job Purpose    

    • The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has opportunities for  suitably qualified and competent individuals to provide an integrated, effective and efficient budget planning system in respect of revenue and expenditure . These posts are based in Cape Town, CBD.

    Minimum Requirements    

    • An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/ B-Degree/ equivalent or higher); A minimum of 1 year relevant experience in management accounting.

    Key Performance Areas    

    • Monitor revenue and expenditure; Assist with monthly, quarterly and annual reporting – IYM, conditional grants, earmarked funds, annual report, IRM;
    • Assist in adjustment budget process;
    • Assist with the prevention of unauthorised expenditure, under spending and over-spending;
    • Evaluate and make recommendations on submissions with financial implications to the relevant manager and programme manager;
    • Assist in annual budget process.

    Competencies    
    Knowledge of the following:

    • Business and organisational structure of the department;
    • Applicable legislative and regulatory requirements, policies and standards;
    • Management Accounting/Financial accounting field, Database management and administration;

    Skills needed:

    • Monitoring and evaluation methods, tools and techniques;
    • Verbal and written communication skills;
    • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines;
    • Analytical, planning and organising skills;
    • Reliable, self-disciplined and dedicated.

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    Property Manager: Property Management Region 1, Ref No. DOI 80/2023

    Job Purpose    

    • The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an  opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to administer leases, disposals, estates and payment of creditors in region 1. This post is based Cape Town, CBD.

    Minimum Requirements    

    • 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years supervisory level experience.

    Recommendation    

    • Property management related experience

    Key Performance Areas    

    • Facilitate and supervise the maintenance of a complete record of acquisitions and disposals and maintain an updated lease management system in respect of all immovable assets within the portfolio;
    • Assist in the negotiations with prospective/existing landlords in respect of new leases, renewals and cancellations and the optimal utilisation of leases-in space;
    • Assist with the implementation of disposal strategies for superfluous provincially immovable assets, demolitions and real rights;
    • Execute and supervise interventions in line with the maintenance strategy relevant to the portfolio to ensure best value for money;
    • Supervise property rates and municipal utilities payment processes;
    • Supervise all debtor management and creditor control functions;
    • Management of the human resources of the sub-directorate;
    • Assist with the budgetary inputs and ensure the recovery and expenditure through responsible implementation of policies, practices and decisions in order to achieve unit objectives effectively and efficiently.

    Competencies    
    Knowledge of the following:

    • Applicable policies and procedures;
    • Management principles;
    • Public Service procedures;
    • Human Resource Management and  Labour relations processes;
    • Financial management.

    Skills needed:

    • Computer literacy (MS Office and MDA);
    • Written and verbal communication;
    • Problem solving;
    • Sound budgeting;
    • Facilitation and Presentation skills.

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    Senior State Accountant: Debts, Ref No. DOI 88/2023

    Job Purpose    

    • The Department of Infrastructure Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to provide an effective and efficient accounting system for revenue and receivebles.This post is based in Cape Town.

    Minimum Requirements    

    • An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/ B-Degree or equivalent qualification) in Financial Accounting or related; A minimum of 1 year supervisory experience in a Financial Accouting/Management environment; A valid code B (or higher) driving licence. 

    Recommendation    

    • Proven computer literacy (Ms Excel).

    Key Performance Areas    

    Revenue and Receivables Management:

    • Manage the development and maintenance of Policies and Standard Operating Procedures;
    • relevant accounting system;
    • collection of fees;
    • receipting system; reconciliations;
    • preparation of bad debt write-off and monitoring and analysis of debtors.

    Disclosures in the financial statements and reporting according to GRAP 2:

    • Manage the information of the disclosure of debtors in the financial statements;
    • gathering of applicable revenue information to be included in the statement of performance with notes in the Financial Statements; preparation of debtor status reports;
    • preparation of exposure to non-recoverable debt reports.

    Analyse System reports:

    • Access and interpret financial reports.
    • Operational management of the Sub-component:
    • Human Resource Management;
    • Service delivery management;
    • Financial Resource Management;
    • Information management;
    • Performance management;
    • Compliance management.

    Competencies    

    Knowledge of the following:

    • Revenue and Debt Management;
    • PFMA and applicable legislation.

    Skills in the following:

    • Communication (verbal and written)
    • High level of computer literacy (MS Office), especially high level of excel capability and managing databases in excel;
    • Ability to work in a team, Ability to work under pressure;
    • change management; supervisory;
    • time management, planning and organising and analytical and problem solving.

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    Customer Care Assistant: Customer Care (4 posts available in Cape Winelands/Overberg Region), Ref No. DSD 105/2023

    Job Purpose    

    • The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has opportunities for four (4) competent individuals to provide customer care support. The successful incumbent must be willing to work under pressure and meet deadlines, have a positive attitude and be responsible. These posts are based in Stellenbosch, Breede Valley, Breede River & Cape Agulhas. 

    Minimum Requirements    

    • Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification); A minimum of 6 months customer care experience.

    Key Performance Areas  

    •  Perform front desk services by receiving and referring clients;
    • Provide dispatch call service;
    • Ensure register is signed and accurately completed;
    • Facilitate all complaints and escalate accordingly;
    • Compile a monthly local office report regarding enquiries or complaints as well as walk-in statistics;
    • Provide information to clients regarding available services; Assist clients on how to access services from the department;
    • Render general administrative support services and maintain a record system.

    Competencies    

    • A good understanding of the following:
    • Customer care;
    • Customer care surveys;
    • Social welfare services;
    • Internal and external marketing and communication processes;
    • Functions, programs and projects of the Department of Social Development;
    • Information in the Department of Social Development domain;
    • Communication (written and verbal) skills;
    • Proven computer literacy in MS Office packages;
    • Sound organising and planning skills;
    • Conflict resolution skills;
    • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines;
    • Negotiation skills.

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    Customer Care Officer: Cape Winelands/Overberg (Worcester), Ref No. DSD 106/2023

    Job Purpose    

    • The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to manage the customer care function within the regional office. This post is based in Worcester. 

    Minimum Requirements    

    • An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 2 years relevant experience. 

    Recommendation    

    • Helpdesk / Call / On-line Certificate; Certificate in Basic Counselling or Debriefing; Experience in HR, Financial administration or Social Welfare.

    Key Performance Areas    

    Provide mechanisms and procedures for dealing with customer complaints:

    • Develop a customer care implementation plan for the region in line with the Department implementation framework;
    • Ensuring information is relevant and up to date with the current changes /affairs and issues within the department;
    • Provide guidance and support to all regional personnel regarding customer care;
    • Ensure that customer care policy and procedures are implemented within the region;
    • Ensure optimal customer relations management;
    • Customer Care reporting; Support client liaison personnel in service delivery team.

    Competencies    
    Knowledge of the following:

    • Client care and information management;
    • Social welfare services;
    • Internal and external marketing and communication processes;
    • Functions, programs and projects of the Department of Social Development; Information in the Department of Social Development domain;
    • Electronic information content;
    • Relevant policies and acts;
    • Management;
    • Human Resources and Financial and Administration;
    • Sound organising and planning skills;
    • Coordination skills;
    • Research skills;
    • Proven computer literacy;
    • Communication (verbal and written) skills.

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    Community Development Practitioner (2 posts available), Ref. No. DSD 101/2023

    Job Purpose    
    The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has opportunities for suitably qualified and competent individuals to facilitate capacity building programmes to Non-Profit Organisation to enhance their governance, compliance, and functionality. These posts are based in Cape Town, CBD.

    Minimum Requirements    
    Grade 1: An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher); No experience required. Grade 2: An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher); A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience in Community Development work after obtaining the required tertiary qualification. Grade 3: An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher); A minimum of 20 years appropriate experience in Community Development work after obtaining the required tertiary qualification.

    Recommendation    None.
    Key Performance Areas    
    Identify and facilitate the implementation of NPO capacity building interventions in partnership with the community and other relevant stakeholders; Liaise and coordinate with all relevant role players, internal and external and stakeholders (e.g. in departments/provinces, NGOs, local community structures and faith-based organisations) to facilitate collaboration and to establish partnerships to ensure the sustainability of development actions within the community; Support NPOs with registration and compliance in terms of the NPO Act.; Keep up to date with new developments in the community development field to enhance service delivery. Provide front desk support to citizens and organisations; Facilitate community mobilisation initiatives.

    Competencies    
    Knowledge of the following:

    NPO sector which includes codes of governance, various NPO legislation, NPO legal structures and NPO sustainability models. Good understanding of NPO registration, compliance and de-registration processes; The understanding of social dynamics of communities; basic Financial Management;

    Skills needed:

    • Community development work, attitudes and values of communities;
    • Presentation; Proven computer literacy;
    • Written and verbal communication;
    • Facilitation; Research.

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    Social Worker: Social Relief, Ref No. DSD 108/2023

    Job Purpose    

    • The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent social worker to provide social work services within the service delivery areas through the promotion of social change, problem solving in human relationships and the empowerment and liberation of people to enhance social well-being. This post is based in Cape Town.

    Minimum Requirements    

    • A formal tertiary qualification in Social Work (Bachelor of Social Work) that allows professional registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as Social Worker; Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as a Social Worker;
    • Grade 1: No experience;
    • Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience in Social Work after registration as a Social Worker with the South African Council for Social Service Professions;
    • Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years appropriate experience in Social Work after registration as a Social Worker with the South African Council for Social Service Professions;
    • Grade 4: A minimum of 30 years appropriate experience in Social Work after registration as a Social Worker with the South African Council for Social Service Professions.

    Recommendation    

    • A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. 
    • NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

    Key Performance Areas    

    • Render a social work service with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities through the relevant programmes (case work, group work and community work);
    • Attend to matters that results in or stems from social instability in any form;
    • Supervise and support social auxiliary workers;
    • Keep up to date with new developments in the social work and social welfare fields;
    • Perform all administrative functions required of the job.

    Competencies    
    Knowledge of the following:

    • Relevant legislation, policy and prescripts (norms and standards);
    • Supervision framework for Social Workers;
    • Knowledge and understanding of human behaviour and social systems as well as skills to intervene at the points where people interact with their environments in order to promote social well-being;
    • Social Work theory and interventions;
    • Information and Knowledge Management;
    • Protocol and professional ethics;
    • Social dynamics, work values and principles;
    • Developing and empowering others;
    • Skills to challenge structural sources of poverty, inequality, oppression, discrimination and exclusion;
    • The ability and competence to assist, develop, advocate for and empower individuals, families, groups, organisations, communities to enhance their social functioning and their problem-solving capabilities;
    • The ability to promote, restore, maintain, advocate for and enhance the functioning of individuals, families, groups and communities enabling them to accomplish tasks, prevent and alleviate distress and use resources effectively;
    • Proven computer literacy;
    • Report writing skills;
    • Self-Management skills;
    • Good planning and organisational skills;
    • Presentation and facilitation skills;
    • Client orientation and customer focus;
    • Understanding and ability to provide social work services towards protecting people who are vulnerable, at risk and unable to protect themselves.

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    Assistant Director: Talent Sourcing, Ref No. DOTP 66/2023

    Job Purpose    

    • The Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for an individual to manage the Recruitment and Selection administrative processes at operational management level as well as Recruitment and Selection for client Departments. The successful incumbent must be able to work flexible hours to ensure deadlines are met. This post is stationed in Cape Town.

    Minimum Requirements    

    • Appropriate 3-year National Diploma majoring in HRM or a B-Degree in Industrial Psychology with a minimum of 3-years’ experience in a Recruitment and Selection environment on a administrator/recruiter level.

    Recommendation    

    • Experience with technical recruiting which includes e-Recruit support, competency based recruitment processes and the administrative processes which is associated with these tasks;
    • Advising Senior and executive management on the recruitment and selection process and best talent.
    • Proven candidate sourcing skills;
    • Proven experience in complex data management;
    • Direct liaison with media and recruitment agencies w.r.t advertising of vacancies;
    • Supervision of staff;
    • Willingness to work longer hours in line with print media publication times.
    • Consulting with various stakeholders on different management levels.

    Key Performance Areas    

    • Quality control of all operational work;
    • Project Management control and allocation of tasks;
    • Ensure the publication of advertisements in various media;
    • Facilitate the compilation of advertisements and pre-selection questionnaires and provide training/workshops on Talent Sourcing, e-recruit and reporting;
    • Ensure that bulletins are published as per schedule; Ensure that advertisements are published in DPSA, media and e-recruit platform;
    • Communicate with service providers regarding advertising standards, response handling enquiries, and participate in the creation of specifications;
    • Handling complex inquiries from clients and applicants; Facilitate and provide professional advice on the sourcing of talent across various professions, selection processes, inclusive of shortlisting, interviewing and verification's (personnel suitability checks) and the appointment decision, as well as the issuing of employment offers; Facilitate audit processes;
    • Ensure recruitment and selection data integrity and report on any irregularities;
    • Manage staff and report on the unit's performance.

    Competencies    

    • General knowledge of various employment laws and practices;
    • In-depth knowledge Recruitment prescripts (legislation and policy documents);

    The following skills:

    • Excellent interpersonal and coaching;
    • Database development management and reporting; Supervisory;
    • Consultative and effective Problem solving;
    • Effective oral and written communication. Ability to gather and analyze information;  
    • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. 

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    Professional Engineer (Production level) Mechanical: Education Infrastructure, Ref No. DOI 89/2023

    Job Purpose    

    • The Department of Infratructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to perform all aspects of varied innovative and complex engineering activities that result in progress in technology and engineering applications. This post is based in Cape Town.

    Minimum Requirements    

    • An appropriate Mechanical Engineering Degree [B Eng/BSc (Eng)] or relevant qualification; Three years post qualification engineering experience required; Compulsory registration with ECSA as a professional engineer; A valid code B driving licence.

    Recommendation    None.

    Key Performance Areas  

    •  Design new systems to solve practical engineering challenges and improve efficiency and enhance safety:
    • Plan, design, operate and maintain engineering projects;
    • Develop cost effective solutions according to standards;
    • Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology; Develop tender specifications;
    • Ensure through evaluation that planning and design by others is done according to sound engineering principles and according to norms and standards and code of practice;
    • Approve engineering works according to prescribed norms and standards;
    • Human capital development:
    • Ensure training and development of technicians, technologists and candidate engineers to promote skills/knowledge transfer and adherence to sound engineering principles and code of practice;
    • Supervise the engineering work and processes;
    • Administer performance management and development; Office administration and budget planning:
    • Manage resources and prepare and consolidate inputs for the facilitation of resource utilisation;
    • Ensure adherence to regulations and procedures for procurement and personnel administration;
    • Monitor and control expenditure;
    • Report on expenditure and service delivery;
    • Research and development:
    • Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures;
    • Research/literature studies on engineering technology to improve expertise;
    • Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on engineering-related matters.

    Competencies    
    Technical knowledge as follows:

    • Programme and Project Management;
    • Engineering design and analysis;
    • Research and development;
    • Computer-aided engineering applications;
    • Knowledge of legal compliance and formulation of policies in a multi-disciplinary professional environment;
    • Knowledge of public sector procurement;
    • Technical report writing;
    • Creating high performance culture;
    • Professional judgement;
    • Networking; Generic:
    • Decision making;
    • Team leadership;
    • Analytical skills;
    • Creativity;
    • Self-management;
    • Financial Management;
    • Customer focus and responsiveness;
    • Communication;
    • Proven computer literacy (MS Office);
    • Planning and organising;
    • Conflict Management;
    • Problem solving and analysis;
    • People Management;
    • Change Management;
    • Innovation;
    • Willingness to travel on a regular basis;
    • Ability to work under pressure.

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