Assistant Director: Security Administration

Overview

Assistant Director: Security Administration at the Department of Water and Sanitation in Pretoria, requiring an NQF level 6 diploma in Security Management and PSIRA certification.

Requirements

• A relevant NQF level 6 (National Diploma) in Security Management, Five (3) years’ experience as Senior Security Administration services environment.
• Valid Grade B PSIRA Certificate, The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s licence a minimum of B Code, Knowledge of the access control procedures.
• Knowledge of prescribed security procedures and relevant acts (e.g.
• Minimum Physical Security Standard (MPSS), Minimum Information Security Standard (MISS), Protection of Information Act, etc) and Private Security Industry Regulation Authority (PSIRA), Public Finance Management Act (PFMA Act), Safety at Sports and Recreation Event Act (SAREA).
• Knowledge on the relevant emergency procedures.
• Knowledge of conflict management tools and methodologies.
• Understanding of programme and project management.
• Knowledge of financial management.
• People management and empowerment.
• Knowledge of information Security and its prescripts, Excellent communication (both verbal and written), computer, presentations, report writing and networking skills.

Duties

• Ensure the implementation of security policies, procedures and standards.
• Facilitate the implementation of security operations strategy.
• Conduct Information Security Audit, inspections, information storage and Awareness., Coordinate security directorate budget, DMP and procurement.
• Coordinate operation procedures during departmental events.
• Facilitate and conduct security treat and risk assessments.
• Facilitate Security Awarenesses, Management of resources.
• Conduct departmental events according to SASREA (Administer event management security plans).
• Liaise with Law enforcement e.g SSA, SAPS, etc.
• Conduct Security Investigations.
• NB: Take note the position demand excessive travel.

How to apply

Interested applicants must submit their applications via the online link https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za

Enquiries: Mr M Buys Tel No: (012) 336 8321

Notes

Other related documentation such as copies of qualifications, identity document, 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 and 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