ASD: Roads Project Implementation

Overview

Coordinate EPWP roads project implementation at the Limpopo Department of Public Works head office in Polokwane, requiring supervisory experience and a project management qualification.

Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric certificate and a qualification at NQF Level 06 as recognized by SAQA in Project Management/ Public Management/Community Development Studies.
• Three (03) years’ relevant experience at supervisory level / Senior / Admin Officer.
• A Valid driver’s license with the exception of applicants with disabilities.
• Skills And Knowledge: Problem solving and analysis.
• Decision making.
• Team leadership. Creativity.
• Financial management.
• Customer focus and responsiveness. Communication.
• Computer skills.
• People management.
• Planning and organising.
• Conflict management.
• Knowledge of relevant Public Service Acts, regulations and frameworks.
• Knowledge and understanding of Roads Maintenance Manual.
• Knowledge and understanding of policy analysis, development and interpretation.
• PFMA and Treasury Regulations.
• Strategic capability and leadership.

Duties

• Coordinate development of EPWP Business plan: Establish steering committee of Local Municipal Councilor, Community Development Workers and Transformation and ensure that this committee identifies EPWP projects to be implanted.
• Select projects in term of priority and suitability in line with EPWP.
• Manage the design and costing of EPWP projects.
• Ensure the setting up of database of potential participants for EPWP project implementation.
• Arrange the advertising of projects as well as the appointment of participants.
• Facilitate compliance to EPWP Guidelines.
• Register all planned LIC projects in the EPWP Reporting System.
• Ensure the signing of employment contracts by participants.
• Ensure Basic Life Skills Training for all labourers.
• Registration of participants/contractors with CETA.
• Monitor the performance of EPWP projects.
• Ensure programming of the works and strict adherence to set dates in line with the EPWP Business plan.
• Insist on setting of manageable daily task for workers in with Ministerial.
• Determination for EPWP projects.
• Ensure strict adherence to the carrying out of activities according to specifications.
• Ensure performance of tasks is done under proper supervision to ensure quality production and application of correct approved materials.
• Ensure similarity in scope of work for all districts.
• Ensure the application of civil construction industry guidelines, viz general conditions of contract 2000, SABS and EPWP Ministerial Determination.
• Encourage registration of participants/contractor with standards authorities such as CIDB.
• Ensure the establishment of code of best practice for EPWP.
• Develop projects specification and contracts for service providers.
• Ensure project design is per Labour Intensive Construction Methods.
• Draw up specifications and terms of reference that will govern the operations of the projects.
• Provide OHSA training for participants.
• Ensure that consultants appointed have CETA Accreditation and are registered with recognized bodies controlling civil construction industry,e.g. SAICE.
• Confirm validity of contract documentation drawn up by consultants with departmental legal directorate.
• Facilitate community participation in the projects with the relevant directorate.
• Ensure good relations and closer cooperation between the Roads Projects Implementation Directorate, Departmental District Offices, Cost Centers and Local Authorities through Social Facilitation.
• Convene and conduct EPWP workshops and seminars during project identification on community participation.
• Compile an analysis of household status of projects participants in line with EPWP targeted demographics i.e. %women, %youth and %disabilities.

How to apply

Applicants should apply through the following website https://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za. The application on the eRecruitment system should be accompanied by the new Z83 and recent comprehensive CV (previous experience must be comprehensively detailed, i.e. positions held and duration/dates). Failure to attach required documents will result in the application not being considered/disqualified Applications may also be hand delivered/posted to: Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure: Private Bag X9490, Polokwane, 0700 or hand delivered at Works Tower Building, No. 43 Church Street, Polokwane, 0699. For Capricorn District: Private Bag X9378, Polokwane, 0700 Or hand deliver at 15 Landros Mare street, next to Correctional Services. For Mopani District: Private Bag X576, Giyani, 0826 or hand deliver at 570 Parliamentary Building, Giyani. For Sekhukhune District: Private Bag X02 Chuenespoort, 0745 or hand deliver at Lebowakgomo Zone A, next to traffic department. For Vhembe District: Private Bag X2248, Sibasa, 0970 or hand deliver at Cnr. Traffic and Raluswielo Street, Sibasa. For Waterberg District: Private Bag X1028, Modimolle, 0510 or hand deliver at Cnr. Thabo Mbeki & Elias Motsoaledi Street. The application on eRecruitment system should be accompanied by recent comprehensive CV (previous experience must be comprehensively detailed, i.e. positions held and duration/dates) as well as copies of all qualifications, Identity Document and valid driver’s license only. Failure to attach copies and required documents will result in the application not being considered/disqualification.

Enquiries: Ms. Hanyane NP, Mr. Moabelo MJ, Ms. Motsai S Tel No: (015) 284 7586/7627/7262.

Notes

Applications must be submitted on a duly completed prescribed Z83 application for employment form (2021 version) obtainable from any public service department or can be downloaded from www.dpsa.gov.za. Applications must be accompanied by a detailed CV. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application except when applying through the erecruitment system. All fields in Part A, Part C and Part D of the Z83 form should be completed. In Part B, all fields should be completed in full. Part E, F & G applicants often indicate “refer to CV or see attached”, this is acceptable as long as the CV has been attached and provides the required information. Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Successful incumbent will be expected to sign a performance agreement within one month after assumption of duty. The successful candidate will also be required to disclose his or her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a security clearance and verification of qualifications. 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. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to 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. Proof of the completion of the SMS pre-entry programme (Nyukela) must be submitted prior appointment. The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into SMS and the full details can be obtained by following the link:https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre- entryprogramme/. The recommended candidate for appointment will be subjected to Personnel Suitability Check for security reasons. Failure to comply with the above requirements will result in the disqualification of the application. The Department reserve the right not to make any appointment(s) to the posts advertised. The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of the Department. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you do not hear from us within three (3) months after the closing date, please consider your application as being unsuccessful. However, should there be any dissatisfaction, applicants are advised to seek reasons for the above administration action in terms of Promotion of Administrative Justice Act (PAJA), Act No. 3 of 2000. The department will not carry any related costs (transport, accommodation or meals) for candidates attending interviews. The Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women and people living with disabilities are encouraged to apply. MANAGEMENT ECHELON