Director: Provincial Infrastructure Coordinating

Overview

Director of Provincial Infrastructure Coordinating in Bisho, requiring a relevant degree and five years of senior managerial experience, at salary level 13.

Requirements

• National Senior Certificate, B Degree (NQF level 7 as recognized by SAQA) in Developmental Studies / Public Management / Public Administration / Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Structural, Mechanical) / Quantity Surveying / Architecture / Urban and Regional Planning / Occupational Construction Health and Safety / Safety Management with 5-years of experience at Middle/ Senior Managerial level in Infrastructure environment.
• Pre-entry certificate for the Senior Management Service (Nyukela) is compulsory and will be required prior appointment.
• A valid driver’s licence.
• Knowledge and Skills: In-depth knowledge and understanding of legislative framework that governs the Public Service, In-depth understanding of the South African infrastructure landscape, public sector governance, and the legislative framework governing infrastructure development.
• Sound understanding of South African Infrastructure Landscape, Public Sector Governance and Legislative Framework Governing.
• Sound understanding of South African Infrastructure Landscape, Public Sector Governance, and Legislative Framework Governing Infrastructure Development and Maintenance.
• Knowledge of project lifecycle costing and asset management (planning, procurement implementation maintenance.
• In-depth understanding of infrastructure planning frameworks, norms and standards as well as lifecycle costing.
• In-depth knowledge of provincial and national infrastructure planning, delivery, and maintenance frameworks.
• Strong understanding of government planning, procurement, financial management (PFMA, Treasury Regulations), and governance systems.
• Knowledge of Project and Programme Management methodologies, including risk management and monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
• Understanding of intergovernmental coordination, infrastructure policy, and strategic planning principles.
• Citizen Focus and Responsiveness.
• Develop Others.
• Applied Technology Basics.
• People Management.
• Applied Strategic Thinking.
• Networking and Building Bonds.
• Diversity Management.
• Report Writing.
• Communication and Information Management. Negotiations. Analytica.
• Strategic Management.
• Budget and Information Management. Motivational.
• Conflict Resolution/ Problem Solving.
• Competencies: Strategic Capability and Leadership. Communication.
• Client orientation and Customer Focus.
• People Management and Empowerment.
• Problem Analysis and Solving.
• Financial Management.
• Programme and Project Management.
• Results/ Quality Management.
• Decision Making.
• Knowledge Management.
• Change Management.

Duties

• Manage and Govern Provincial Infrastructure Coordination Frameworks.
• Direct the development and institutionalisation of provincial infrastructure governance frameworks, systems, and protocols.
• Advise PICC, EXCO, and governance structures on infrastructure coordination and governance improvements.
• Champion intergovernmental coordination to align infrastructure planning and delivery across sectors.
• Drive alignment of infrastructure programmes with provincial priorities and policy frameworks.
• Oversee continuous improvement of governance frameworks to enhance accountability and performance.
• Direct Provision of Strategic Secretariat and Advisory Services to PICC.
• Lead provision of strategic secretariate services to Provincial governance structures.
• Ensure consolidation and strategic presentation of infrastructure reports in support of T-PICC and related governance structures, informing high-level decision-making.
• Advise governance structures on infrastructure performance, risks, and strategic priorities.
• Ensure effective functioning of governance forums through structured coordination and support.
• Facilitate informed decision-making through accurate, timely, and integrated reporting Lead Interventions in Resolving Infrastructure Delivery Bottlenecks and Drive Delivery of Provincial Strategics Projects (PSPS) and B5 Programmes.
• Direct identification and resolution of systemic infrastructure delivery bottlenecks.
• Oversee analysis of infrastructure performance trends and recommend strategic interventions.
• Advise on corrective and preventative measures to address delays and inefficiencies.
• Escalate high-impact risks and challenges to executive leadership for resolution.
• Champion collaborative platforms to strengthen coordination and accountability and shared responsibility among stakeholders.
• Oversee Infrastructure Documents Information and Knowledge Management Systems.
• Direct the development and management of infrastructure information and reporting systems.
• Ensure integrity, accuracy, and accessibility of infrastructure data to support decision-making.
• Champion knowledge management and digital transformation initiatives.
• Oversee production of strategic reports for executive and governance structures.
• Facilitate evidence-based planning and decision-making through integrated infrastructure information systems.
• Lead timeous development and submission of written reports to internal and external structures (EXMA / Top Management, EXCO resolutions, Working Groups, Cluster, Audit Committee, Risk and Ethics Management Committee, Portfolio Committees, Parliamentary Standing Committees, AGSA).
• Manage Allocated Resources.
• Maintain high standards by ensuring that the team / section produces excellent work in terms of quality / quantity and timeliness.
• Resolve problems of motivation and control with minimum guidance from manager.
• Delegate functions to staff based on individual potential provide the necessary guidance and support and afford staff adequate training and development opportunities.
• Ensure timeous development of job description and implementation of Work Plans and Personal Development Plans (PDP’s) for all employees in the Directorate.
• Manage daily employee performance and ensure timely Performance Assessments of all subordinates.
• Ensure management, maintenance and safekeeping of assets.
• Ensure effective budget planning and financial management controls for the PICC Secretariat Directorate.
• Ensure implementation of localization of procurement for the PICC Secretariat Directorate.
• Manage risk and fraud prevention measures for the PICC Secretariat Directorate.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted as follows: via the provincial e-recruitment system accessible at: https://ecprov.gov.za and/or at https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za. The Provincial e-Recruitment System is available 24/7 and closes at 23: 59 on the Closing Date. To report any e- Recruitment System challenges send an email with your (i) ID Number, (ii) profile email address, (iii) details of your issue to: e-recruitment- bhisho@ecdpw.gov.za. Do not send any applications to this email address; should you do so, your applications/ CV will be regarded as lost and will not be considered. Technical support is limited to working hours: (08:00-16:30 Mon- Thursday and 08:00-16:00 on Friday). Hand-delivered/ E-Mailed/ Faxed/ Posted applications will not be accepted.

Enquiries: Mr. T. Matiso at 066 489 6117/ Ms S. Zazini Tel No: (040) 602 4236 / Mr L Maliti at 066 489 6117 e-recruitment Technical Enquiries: e-recruitment-bhisho@ecdpw.gov.za

Notes

Preference will be given to Youth White Male. OTHER POSTS Applications must be submitted on a duly completed New Z83 form (effective from 01 January 2021), e-Recruitment System automatically generates Z83 immediately you press apply and generate Z83. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents upon application but must submit a fully completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae. NB: Z83 in the e-recruitment system is currently not signable; so, applicants who submitted applications via the e-recruitment system will not be disqualified for an unsigned Z83 instead will be requested to sign on/or before the interview day. View the list of the positions you applied for on “My Job Applications” and do note that the system Z83 does not reflect work experience and qualifications, however, every detail of your information does reflect to the Recruitment team. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, and other relevant documents (like a copy of Permanent Resident Permit for Non-RSA Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit Holders to HR on or before the interview date. Failure to submit all the required documents will disqualify the application. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within six (6) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Selected candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record check, citizenship verification, financial/asset record check, qualification/ study verification and previous employment verification). 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 will recommend candidates to attend a generic Managerial Competency Assessment in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of Competency-based Assessment. Successful candidates will also be subjected to security clearance processes. Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/ knowledge test. The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. Successful candidates will be appointed on a probation period of twelve 12/24 months. It is the objective to address the Employment Equity Affirmative Action Measures in line with the Employment Equity Plan and to achieve equitable representation across race and gender. The EE targets of the recruiting Department will be adhered to although the applications are welcome from all racial groups. The Recruiting Department reserves the right to amend/ review/ withdraw the advertised posts if by so doing, the best interest of the department will be well served. (Females and People with Disabilities are also requested to apply and indicate such in their applications). Misrepresentation in the application documents will result in automatic disqualification and disciplinary action in the event the candidate has already been appointed. SMS pre-entry certificate (Nyukela) must be submitted prior appointment. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to technical exercises and interviews. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behaviourally preferences, emotional intelligence and integrity. Successful candidates will be appointed on a probation period of 12/24 months. The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated Full details can be sourced by following the link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme Note: Due to austerity measures, the Department will not carry any related costs (transport, accommodation, and meals) for candidates attending pre-selection assessment/s and interviews. MANAGEMENT ECHELON