Deputy Director: Recruitment & Selection

Overview

Deputy Director: Recruitment and Selection at the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure in Bisho, Eastern Cape, offering R932,292 per annum at Level 11.

Requirements

• National Senior Certificate, B Degree NQF Level 7 (as recognised by SAQA) in Human Resource Management/ Public Administration/ Industrial Psychology with three years’ relevant experience in Human Resource Management at an Assistant Director Level.
• A valid driver’s licence.
• Introduction to PERSAL Certificate is compulsory.
• Knowledge and Skills: In-depth knowledge and understanding of legislative framework that governs the Public Services.
• Knowledge, understanding and application of legislative framework policies and prescripts that govern the Recruitment and Selection process in the Public Service.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of Human Resource Management prescripts and legislations.
• Knowledge of PERSAL System.
• Knowledge of Financial regulations and instructions and application of financial procedures.
• Applied strategic thinking.
• Research skills.
• Apply Technology.
• Budgeting and Financial Management.
• Communication and Information Management.
• Continuous Improvement.
• Citizen Focus and Responsiveness.
• Developing others.
• Diversity management Impact and Influence.
• Managing Interpersonal Conflict and Resolving Problems.
• Networking and building Bonds.
• Planning and organising.
• Problem solving and decision making.
• Project management.
• Team Leadership.
• Computer literate.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• 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 Implementation of Recruitment, Selection and Appointment Process.
• Develop and ensure implementation of Annual Recruitment Plan.
• Manage Implementation of Transfers, Translation and Secondments.
• Monitor and report on transfers of employees from other departments.
• Monitor and report on secondment of employees.
• Report on acting appointments of departmental employees.
• Management Development and Reviewal Recruitment Policies, Strategies & Procedures.
• Develop long-term strategies to address employee turnover.
• Present policy to stakeholders for input.
• Conduct awareness campaigns on developed and reviewed policy and strategies.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness and implementation of the retention strategies or techniques of the department.
• Manage Implementation of Pay Progression and Grade progression.
• Monitor Payments of Pay progression and Grade progression.
• Request HR status report.
• Managing area of responsibility.
• Maintain high standards by ensuring that the team\section produces excellent work in terms of quality and timelines.
• Resolve problems of motivation and control with minimum guidance from managers.
• Delegate functions to staff, based on individual potential, provide the necessary guidance and support and afford staff adequate training and development opportunities.
• Manage employee performance daily and ensure timely.
• Ensure development & implementation of work plans for all subordinates.

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 6117Ms 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 Coloured Female. 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