It is the intention to promote representivity in the Department through the filling of these positions. The candidature of applicants from designated groups especially in respect of people with disabilities will receive preference.
Applications: Applications quoting reference number must be addressed to Mr Thabang Ntsiko. Applications must be posted to Department of Public Service and Administration, Private Bag X916, PRETORIA, 0001 or delivered 116 Johannes Ramokhoase (Proes) Street, Batho Pele House, cnr Johannes Ramokhoase Street and Sophie De Bruyn Street, Pretoria, 0001. Faxed and emailed applications will not be considered.
Closing date: Monday, 28 July 2014
Note: The shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a competency assessment battery as part of the selection process. The successful candidate will have to sign an annual performance agreement, complete financial disclosure form and will be required to undergo a security clearance. Applications must be submitted on form Z.83 accompanied by copies of qualification(s), Identity Document (certified in the past 12 months.) Proof of citizenship if not RSA citizen, a comprehensive CV, indicating three reference persons with the following information: name and contact numbers an indication of the capacity in which the reference is known to the candidate. Reference checks will be done during the selection process. Note: Failure to submit these copies will result in the application not being considered.
Note that correspondence will only be conducted with the short-listed candidates. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are short-listed and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, security vetting, qualification verification and criminal records.
DIRECTOR: INTEGRATED PLANNING AND PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT
REF NO: DPSA/0020
SALARY: An all-inclusive remuneration package of R819 126 per annum (Level 13). Annual progression up to a maximum salary of R964 902 per annum is possible subject to satisfactory performance. The all-inclusive remuneration package consists of basic salary, the State’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund and flexible portion that may be structured according to personal needs within a framework.
CENTRE: Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS: A Bachelor’s degree qualification in Social Sciences or equivalent qualification at NQF Level 7. A course in Project and management practices. 5-10 years' experience in a management position of which at least 3 years should be in the public sector. Good understanding and knowledge of government priorities including the National Development Plan. Good understanding of the DPSA’s mandate, policies and regulations. Proven track record in strategic planning, monitoring and evaluation of government performance. Excellent planning, organisational and communication skills. Excellent research and writing skills .Ability to work across levels within the department and interact at a senior level. The successful candidate must possess strong strategic capability, analysis, leadership, programme, project management and financial and people management skills.
DUTIES: Research and analyse the government's priorities including the National Development Plan and align these to the department's mandate and plans. Coordinate, facilitate and guide the department's planning processes towards the development of its strategic and annual operational plans. Coordinate the cascading and communication of the departments’ strategic plan throughout the department. Support the department's branches in to align their operational and work plans to the department's strategic plan. Provide capacity development, technical advice and support to the department in the development of its plans including the setting of appropriate indicators, targets and standards. Analyse performance information and develop high-level reports with key findings and recommendations on remedial measures. Initiate, coordinate, support and monitor key interventions to improve performance. Manage the performance information auditing processes in accordance with the Auditor Generals requirements and develop and implement action plans to address audit findings. Contribute inputs into the SONA, Budget vote and other documents. Coordinate the department MPAT processes in accordance with the Department of Performance, Monitoring and Evaluation's indicators including the implementation of action plans to address areas that require improvements. Develop policies, systems and tools for effective planning, monitoring, evaluation and reporting. Coordinate relevant evaluations and research linked to the department's key outcomes. Develop systems for information and knowledge management. Effectively manage the human and financial resources of the Directorate.
ENQUIRIES: Ms L Shange tel: (012) 336-1282 / 1018
Interview Hints and Tips
Arrive on time for the interview. Plan your trip and leave early if you have to or if you are unfamiliar with the area. Give yourself enough time to find the building as well as parking. You also need keep your diary open after the interview. Your interview might be running longer than anticipated.
Remember to take a few extra copies of your CV with you. One copy is for you should you have to refresh your memory. The other copies are for the interviewer and anyone else sitting in on the interview. You only need to produce these if there is a need for them.
Be careful not to over- or under-dress for an interview. The golden rule is to look professional and smart even if everyone else at the company is wearing jeans. Speak to your employment agency for guidance with specific acompanies.
Women:
- More conservative outfit and coordinate all the colours
- Moderate shoes
- Limited jewellery
- Make sure your hairstyle is neat and hair clean
- Not too muck make-up and perfume
- Nails must be neat and clean
Men:
- Conservative suit with a white long sleeve shirt
- Conservative tie (no cartoon characters)
- Dark socks, professional shoes
- Limited jewellery
- Make sure your hairstyle is neat and hair clean
- Not too much aftershave
- Nails must be neat and clean
The interviewer will be judging the effect of your appearance on customers as well as staff. Your "look" must project the fact that you are the perfect '"fit" for that specific position and company.
Get rid of chewing gum and check your overall appearance before walking into the organisation's premises.
Switch your cellphone off once the interviewer knows that you have arrived for the interview - never, ever take a call during an interview. If there is a medical emergency in your family and your phone needs to be on then inform the interviewer and ask for permission to leave your phone on. In most cases the person will agree to it.
Remember to take a file with pen paper with you to the interview. This will assist you in making notes and to write down questions you might want to ask later.
The interview starts when the first question is asked. Right? Wrong. The interview starts the minute you arrive at the company and you will be under scrutiny by everyone who knows that interviews are being held. Be friendly with cleaning staff, secretaries and everyone else you encounter on your way to the interview. This will make you feel more positive as well as leave positive people in your wake. The last thing you need is for a staff member to mention how rude you were before the interview. Or for the secretaries to tell the manager that you had an attitude with them and you thought you were important!
Studies have shown that most interviewers make up their mind within the first few minutes. You therefore need to greet your interviewer by making comfortable eye contact, shaking hands firmly and introducing yourself in a confident manner.
Make a connection and build a relationship with the interviewer. Remember that they are already happy with your CV and now wants to check you out. Your attitude will be more important than most of your answers.
Only sit down when offered a chair.
If you are offered any coffee or tea you have three choices: Coffee, tea or nothing. Do not go and ask for something not offered - the organisation might not have it on the premises and the interviewer could feel embarrassed.
Keep an eye on your body language and avoid fidgeting, biting your nails, playing with your car keys, etc.