Organisational Development Specialist

Overview

Organisational Development Specialist needed in Bloemfontein to maintain organograms and review departmental structures, requiring a relevant degree and 3-4 years of OD experience.

Requirements

• An appropriate Degree (NQF Level 7) in Organisational Development and/or business administration with an OD focus. 3-4 years’ experience in OD environment.
• Certificate in business process mapping, JE initial and Follow-up training certificate and JE Panel certificate.
• Knowledge of setting of norms and standards, knowledge of the department, cost benefit analysis, hr practice, compilation of job descriptions, relevant legislations and policies, general office administration practice, PERSAL, job evaluation processes, compensate system, working knowledge of Org- Plus/ Visio, Structure Costing Models and BPM & SOP Techniques.
• Computer literacy and a valid driver’s license.

Duties

• To develop & maintain the organogram/s; analyse the current departmental organogram, identify the needs/gaps to inform review/redesign of the departmental organogram, conduct research proposal of organogram to ensure alignment to the approved specific sector generic or where applicable, consult with the relevant stakeholders / role players to source inputs/buy-in, compile the proposed organogram and provide timeous feedback to relevant stakeholders, finalize and submit to source concurrence, partake in ensuring proper implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the approved structure.
• To develop, review and analyse norms and standards;
• Assess shortcomings/need for amendment/development of norms and standards, investigate the amendment/development of norms and standards, draft norms and standards, consult with relevant stakeholders, obtain approval, monitor the implementation.
• Conduct job evaluation on identified/prioritized jobs and advice on the application thereof; collect required information on the job, conduct job analysis interview, capture information into the JE System, Present the evaluated jobs to the Quality Assurance Committee / Panel, compile submission to source implementation approval, keep records (updated database) on evaluated jobs and report timeously, disseminate/communicate information on the outcome of the evaluated jobs to the relevant Senior Manager.
• To provide advice on the development of job descriptions; conduct research on the contents of the job and benchmark with other departments/ provinces, provide inputs on the draft job descriptions, conduct interviews with designated/knowledgeable officials, request inputs on the draft job descriptions, provide advice on the layout and specification of the acceptable template, keep records (updated database) on approved JDs and report timeously.
• To manage resources to ensure that the objectives of the component are achieved; management of staff within the component, the development and updating of Job Descriptions for reporting staff, the performance management of staff within the component, facilitation of training interventions, give direction, guidance and advice to staff within the component.
• Management of assets.

How to apply

Applications can be hand delivered or sent via email to recruitment1@destea.gov.za and quote the reference number for the above- mentioned position on the subject line (email) when applying. Quoting the reference number, applications can be hand delivered at the Ground Floor Security Entrance, 113 St Andrews Building, St Andrew Street, Bloemfontein or sent via email. Kindly take note that the email size limit is 4MB. You are therefore kindly requested to send documents separately, should they exceed the allowed limit. FOR ATTENTION : Mesdames K. Majafa / M. Parkies/ N. Ramaebebe/Mr. T. Chaka at (066) 487

Enquiries: Mr. T. Selemela at (082) 449 4690

Notes

Women are encouraged to apply. Directions to applicants: Applications must be hand delivered or e-mail on a new Z.83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on internet at www.dpsa.gov.za-vacancies and must be accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae (Separate application for every vacancy). Applicants are requested to complete Z83 form properly and in full. Applications received after the closing date and those that do not comply with these instructions will not be considered. The onus is on the applicants to ensure that their applications are emailed (PDF document to a maximum of 4 megabytes), submitted electronically or hand delivered timeously. The Department will not be held responsible for several delays. Late applications due to technical issues will not be considered. Shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies of required documents (Identity Document, qualifications, etc) before the interviews. NB: Please note that false or fraudulent qualifications submitted by applicants will be reported to the South African Police Services (SAPS), and criminal case shall be opened. Candidates who possess foreign qualifications and/or short course certificates must take it upon themselves to have their qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and provide proof of such evaluation report (only when shortlisted). Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified. Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification of appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their applications were unsuccessful. Due to high volumes, the Department will not acknowledge receipt of applications and communication will only be limited to shortlisted candidates. The department reserves the right not to appoint. Note: Shortlisted candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks, security vetting and reference checks (including social media profiles). Applications must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations. Successful candidates must pass security clearance, sign an employment contract, an annual performance agreement and disclose financial interests. All applicants are required to declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships of Boards and directorships that they may be associated with. Failure to disclose relevant information may result in disqualification or termination. To be appointed at Senior Management Service (SMS) level, you must complete the SMS Pre-entry programme offered by the National School of Government (NSG). Find course details here: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/ appointment is subject to successful competition of the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to SMS and submission of proof. 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, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence and integrity. Assessment for core competencies outlined in the SMS Handbook shall be conducted within one month of the appointment of the candidate. The department shall communicate the logistics for the psychometric assessment to the candidate. All shortlisted candidates for other posts, shall undertake a pre-entry assessment which will be in the form of a practical / technical exercise. Candidates will also be assessed on Integrity (Ethical Conduct). Selection panels shall score the technical exercise as an additional criterion in the interview process. Successful candidates will be appointed on a probation period of 12 months. MANAGEMENT ECHELON