APPLICATIONS: The Director-General, National Department of Tourism, Private Bag x 424, Pretoria, 0001 or hand deliver to Tourism House, 17 Trevenna Street, Sunnyside, Pretoria, 0002
FOR ATTENTION: Mr E Masindi.
NOTE: In order to be considered, applications must be submitted on a Z83 form, accompanied by all required certified copies of qualifications, Identity Document, proof of citizenship if not an RSA citizen and a comprehensive CV (including three contactable references). It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. All non SA citizens must attach a certified proof of permanent residence in South Africa. The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment.
DIRECTOR: EXTERNAL COMMUNICATION
REF NO: NDT32/2014
SALARY: Remuneration package of R 819 126 per annum (all-inclusive remuneration package consisting of a basic salary, the State’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund and a flexible portion that may be structured according to personal needs within a framework).
CENTRE: Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate Bachelor’s degree/National Diploma (NQF 6) in Communications/Public Relations/Marketing or related field plus extensive experience in communications/public relations/ marketing and proven management experience. Required skills and competencies: The ability to develop innovative and appropriate communication strategies. Solid experience in co-ordinating teams. Wide-ranging media contacts and an understanding of the dynamics in the sector. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organisational, human resource, financial, planning and problem-solving skills. The ability to manage people, projects and the Directorate’s budget. The ability to work under pressure and irregular hours. A valid driver’s license will be an added advantage.
DUTIES: Reporting to the Chief Director: Communications. Develop appropriate communication strategies for all major departmental projects and government communication activities. Project manage all communication activities around events and campaigns on the departmental events calendar. Develop and implement a media liaison strategy. Manage the provision of a media monitoring and analysis service. Provide media liaison support for departmental parliamentary activities. Identify appropriate platforms to promote the work of the department. Assist in speech writing and communication research for principals. Manage intergovernmental communications - GCIS processes. Manage NDT call and contact centre.
ENQUIRIES: Mr G Moroke, Tel. (012) 444 6166
CLOSING DATE: 25 July 2014 at 17:00 (E mailed, faxed and late applications will not be considered)
NOTE: Applicants will be subjected to a two day competency assessment. Appointment will be subject to the signing of the performance agreement, employment contract and financial disclosure form.
CHIEF ACCOUNTING CLERK: SALARIES
REF NO: NDT29/2014
This is a re-advertisement and people who have previously applied for this position, need not re-apply.
SALARY: R183 438 per annum (Total inclusive package of R266 491.00 /conditions apply)
REQUIREMENTS: A three year qualification in Financial Management or equivalent qualification and/ or a Grade 12 Certificate with proven working experience in the financial environment. Candidate must have thorough knowledge of financial matters relating to the listed duties as minimum requirement for appointment. Knowledge required: Treasury regulations, Public Financial Management Act, Finance/Financial management and other relevant legislation. Skills required: Computer literacy, Numeracy, Accuracy and Communication (written and verbal), Knowledge of BAS and Persal systems. Knowledge of capturing receipts, petty cash and cashier functions will be an added advantage.
DUTIES: The successful candidate will be responsible for Administration of Salaries and Payroll. Compiling and follow up of Departmental Claims. Administration of Terminations. Creating and recovering of Departmental Debt. Administration of annual and monthly tax reconciliations. Monthly clearing of suspense accounts.
ENQUIRIES: Ms A Griesel (012) 444-6244
CLOSING DATE: 1 August 2014 at 16h30 (E-mailed, faxed and late applications will not be considered)
NOTE: Short-listed candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine the suitability of a person for employment.
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.