Assistant Director: Sanitation

Overview

Assistant Director in the Department of Water and Sanitation based in Mmabatho, responsible for developing sanitation policies, strategies and monitoring programmes.

Requirements

• A relevant NQF level 6 qualification in Environmental Health/ Community Development Studies.
• Three (3) years’ experience in sanitation environment.
• The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s licence.
• Knowledge of Public Service Act.
• Knowledge of sanitation policies and strategies.
• Problem solving and analysis.
• Excellent communication skills both (verbal and written).
• Accountability and ethical conduct.
• Computer literacy.
• Good interpersonal skills.

Duties

• Assist in the development of policies and strategies for sanitation programmes.
• Assist in the planning, implementation and monitoring of sanitation programmes, projects and regulatory framework / prescripts.
• Participate in the assessment of Water and Sanitation Development Plans (WSDPs).
• Investigate sanitation complaints and attend to Ministerial referrals.
• Participate in advocacy programmes for sanitation.
• Staff supervision.

How to apply

All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/

Enquiries: Mr RT Kolokoto, Tel No: (018) 387 9568/ (018) 387 9500

Notes

Interested applicants must submit their applications via the online link https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za Other related documentation such as copies of qualifications, identity documents, driver’s license etc need not to accompany the application when applying for a post as such documentation must only be produced by shortlisted candidates during the interview date in line with DPSA circular 19 of 2022. With reference to applicants bearing professional or occupational registration, fields provided in Part B on the online Z83 must be completed as these fields are regarded as compulsory. Failure to complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the applicant. No late applications will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to suitability checks (SAQA verification, reference checks criminal and credit checks). SAQA evaluation certificate must accompany foreign qualifications (only when shortlisted). Applications that do not comply with the above- mentioned requirements will not be considered. 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. A pre-entry certificate obtained from the National School of government is required prior to the appointment. 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. Candidates will be required to complete a financial disclosure form and undergo security clearance. Foreigners or dual citizenship holders must provide a police clearance certificate from country of origin (only when shortlisted). The Department of Water Sanitation is an equal opportunity employer. In the filling of vacant posts, the objectives of section 195 (1) (i) of the Constitution of South Africa, 1996 (Act No: 108 of 1996) the Employment Equity imperatives as defined by the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act No: 55 of 1998) and relevant Human Resources policies of the Department will be taken into consideration. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you do not hear from us within three (3) months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. Faxed applications will not be considered. The department reserves the right not to fill these positions. Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference will be given to the EE Targets. OTHER POSTS