Assistant Director: Performance Management

Inkrwelo yokuqwalasela

Assistant Director: Performance Management at Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment in Cape Town.

Imfuneko

• National Diploma (NQF 6) in Human Resource Management/ Human Resource Development/ Public Management/ Industrial Psychology or within the related field as recognised by SAQA.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Performance Management for Senior Management Services (SMS) and below Senior Management Services (Non-SMS), MS Teams and Word.
• All shortlisted candidates 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.
• Knowledge of SMS handbook.
• Incentive Framework;
• Public Service Regulation as amended, Public Service Act as amended, Collective Agreements, DPSA directives and other Human Resource Prescripts.
• Knowledge of administrative procedures, and project management.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Experience in PERSAL system.
• Knowledge of Financial Administration skills, Supervisory skills, Planning and organizing, Communication skills both verbal and written, and problem-solving skills, Computer literacy Skills that would include a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, especially Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive, Presentation skills, Accuracy, thoroughness, and ability to detect errors, Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines, good working interpersonal skills, Customer service orientation, and flexibility.
• Ability to work under pressure, Ability to delegate, Ability to establish controls and monitor tasks.
• PERSAL Certificate; a valid Driver’s license will serve as an advantage.

Imiqobo

• Coordinate the submission of Performance Agreements for SMS and non-SMS members.
• Coordinate Mid-term and annual performance moderations for SMS and non-SMS.
• Ensure compliance with the submission of Performance Management documents, such as Performance Agreements, Assessments & Probations reports, etc.
• Facilitate and monitor the implementation of pay progression and merit awards.
• Coordinate implementation of OSD and incentive framework directives.
• Ensure proper implementation of Grade & Accelerated Progression for OSD &Non-OSD.
• Coordinate the management of probation for SMS & non-SMS members.
• Update PMDS online system for SMS and Non-SMS.
• Oversee performance management database and ensure alignment with PERSAL information.
• Quality check PMDS documents in line with SMS handbook and PMDS Directives.
• Facilitate PMDS training and empower of line managers and staff members for proper facilitation of evaluations to improve the system.
• Manage dispute resolution or disagreement processes emanating from Performance Agreements, Mid-term assessment, Annual assessment, and probation reports for SMS and Non-SMS.
• Monitor poor performance improvement plans, dispute resolution, and update databases for SMS and Non-SMS.

Indlela yokuqoka

All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.environment.gov.za/

Imibuzo: Ms S Vara Tel No: (021) 493 7218

Amanqaku

Interested applicants must submit their applications via the above link. Applicant must ensure that they complete all sections on the online Z83 and attached a detailed CV with at least three (3) contactable references. Failure to complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the applicant. No late applications will be accepted Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, Senior Certificate, identity document and driver’s license on or before the day of the interview. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). The National Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the Department’s equity plan. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only. Short-listed candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine their suitability for employment, including but not limited to: Criminal records; Citizenship status; Credit worthiness; Previous employment (reference checks); and Qualification verification. Short-listed candidates will be expected to avail themselves at the Department’s convenience. Entry level requirements for SMS posts: In terms of the Directive on Compulsory Capacity Development, Mandatory Training Days & Minimum Entry Requirements for SMS that was introduced on 1 April 2015, a requirement for all applicants for SMS posts from 1 April 2020 is a successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG) prior to 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 below link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme. Furthermore, Shortlisted candidates must provide proof of successful completion of the course. 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. Following the interview and the technical exercise of all SMS posts, 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 assessments. Persons appointed will be subjected to a security clearance, the signing of performance agreement and employment contract. The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment. If you have not been contacted within three 3 months after the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. By submitting the employment application form, you agree and consent in terms of Section 11(1) of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), 2013 (Act 4 of 2013), for your personal information which you provide to the DFFE to being processed by the department and its employees, agents, Cabinet committees, and subcontractors for recruitment purposes, in accordance with the POPIA of 2013. OTHER POSTS