PUBLIC SERVICE VACANCY CIRCULAR PUBLICATION …

1 PUBLIC SERVICE VACANCY CIRCULAR PUBLICATION NO 17 OF 2018 DATE ISSUED: 26 APRIL 2018 1. Introduction This CIRCULAR is, except during December, published on a weekly basis and contains the advertisements of vacant posts and jobs in PUBLIC SERVICE departments. Although the CIRCULAR is issued by the Department of PUBLIC SERVICE and Administration, the Department is not responsible for the content of the advertisements. Enquiries about an advertisement must be addressed to the relevant advertising department. 2. Directions to candidates Applications on form Z83 with full particulars of the applicants training, qualifications, competencies, knowledge and experience (on a separate sheet if necessary or a CV) must be forwarded to the department in which the VACANCY /vacancies exist(s). Applicants must indicate the reference number of the VACANCY in their applications. Applicants requiring additional information regarding an advertised post must direct their enquiries to the department where the VACANCY exists.

2 The Department of PUBLIC SERVICE and Administration must not be approached for such information. It must be ensured that applications reach the relevant advertising departments on or before the applicable closing dates. 3. Directions to departments The contents of this CIRCULAR must be brought to the attention of all employees. It must be ensured that employees declared in excess are informed of the advertised vacancies. Potential candidates from the excess group must be assisted in applying timeously for vacancies and attending where applicable, interviews. Where vacancies have been identified to promote representativeness, the provisions of sections 15 (affirmative action measures) and 20 (employment equity plan) of the Employment Equity Act, 1998 should be applied. Advertisements for such vacancies should state that it is intended to promote representativeness through the filling of the VACANCY and that the candidature of persons whose transfer/appointment will promote representativeness, will receive preference.

3 Candidates must be assessed and selected in accordance with the relevant measures that apply to employment in the PUBLIC SERVICE . 2 INDEX NATIONAL DEPARTMENTS NATIONAL DEPARTMENTS ANNEXURE PAGES BASIC EDUCATION A 03 - 11 COOPERATIVE GOVERNANCE B 12 - 13 CORRECTIONAL SERVICES C 14 - 19 CIVILIAN SECRETARIAT FOR POLICE D 20 - 21 ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS E 22 - 23 GOVERNMENT PENSIONS ADMINISTRATION (GPAA) F 24 - 27 HEALTH G 28 - 29 HIGHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING H 30 - 32 HUMAN SETTLEMENTS I 33 - 34 INDEPENDENT POLICE INVESTIGATIVE DIRECTORATE J 35 - 36 LABOUR K 37 - 39 PLANNING MONITORING AND EVALUATION L 40 - 43 SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT M 44 - 45 TOURISM N 46 - 47 TRADE AND INDUSTRY O 48 - 49 PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATIONS PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION ANNEXURE PAGES EASTERN CAPE P 50 - 53 GAUTENG Q 54 - 58 KWAZULU NATAL R 59 - 77 MPUMALANGA S 78 - 82 NORTH WEST T 83 - 84 WESTERN CAPE U 85 - 101 3 ANNEXURE A DEPARTMENT OF BASIC EDUCATION The Department of Basic Education is committed to providing equal opportunities and practising affirmative action employment.

4 It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender, disability) in the Department through the filling of this post and a candidate whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity will receive preference. Preference will firstly be given to excess employees and secondly to current PUBLIC SERVICE employees. An indication in this regard will facilitate the processing of applications. APPLICATIONS : Department of Basic Education, and submitted via post to: Private Bag X895, Pretoria, 0001 or via hand-delivery to: The Department of Basic Education, 222 Struben Street, Pretoria. FOR ATTENTION : Mr A Tsamai CLOSING DATE : 11 May 2018 NOTE : Applications must be submitted on form Z83 obtainable from any PUBLIC SERVICE Department and must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV and certified copies of qualifications. NB as of 1st July 2006, all new appointments in the PUBLIC SERVICE have to be part of the Government Employee Medical Scheme (GEMS) in order to qualify for a Government Medical Subsidy.

5 Correspondence will only be entered into with short-listed applicants. Applications received after the closing date, e-mailed or faxed applications will not be considered. Please visit the Department of Education s website at or the Department of PUBLIC SERVICE and Administration VACANCY circulars at All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical element of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the department. Following the interview and the technical exercise, 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). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. The incumbent will have to sign an annual performance agreement as well as annually disclose his/her financial interests and be subjected to a security clearance.

6 MANAGEMENT ECHELON POST 17/01 : CHIEF DIRECTOR (REF NO: 140942/1) Branch: Curriculum Policy, Support and Monitoring Chief Directorate: Curriculum Implementation and Monitoring SALARY : All-inclusive remuneration package of R1 127 334 per annum CENTRE : Pretoria REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate recognised three (3) year Bachelor s Degree or an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA. At least 5-10 years experience at Senior Management level and in high-level planning and management. The successful applicant will be expected to have extensive knowledge of, and insight and experience in the broad education policy framework that guides the provision of education in South African schools, curriculum development and support as it applies to the National Curriculum Framework (NCF) for the 0-4 years old as well as the National Curriculum Statement and Curriculum Assessment Policy Statements (CAPS) for Grades R to 12.

7 Skills: Strategic capability and leadership, programme and project management, financial management, change management, knowledge management, SERVICE delivery innovation (SDI), problem solving and analysis, people management and empowerment, client orientation and customer focus, communication. DUTIES : The successful candidate will perform to provide strategic leadership, management, guidance and support to the Chief Directorate: Curriculum Implementation and Monitoring, in its objective to improve the quality of basic 4 education for the 0-4 year olds in Grades r to 12 through improving teacher capacity and practices. Increase learner participation and success rate to meet the National Development Plan and Action Plan 2019 towards Schooling 2030; Collaborate with state institutions, National and international bodies as well as NGOs; Develop and ensure implementation of Norms and Standards in line with section 3and 8 of the National Education Policy Act; Strengthen School Based Assessment to enhance teaching practice; Develop and implement a strategy tom promote the utilization of data to enhance quality and efficiency; Develop and implement business processes on the work done to inform Norms and Standards; Improve the quality of Early Childhood Development (ECD); Improve the access of children to qualify for ECD below Grade 1 as well as the grade promotion of learners through the Grade 1 to 9 phases of school; Improve access to Inclusive Education.

8 Ensure that all children remain effectively enrolled in school up to the year in which they turn 15; The incumbent will be responsible for the development and maintenance of policies and programmes to ensure quality implementation of the NCF and the CAPS, including having responsibility for quality programmes for children experiencing barriers to learning; Increase the number of learners in Grade 6 who have mastered the minimum language and mathematics competencies; Increase the number of learners in Grade 9 who by the end of the year have mastered the minimum language and mathematics competencies; Implementation of the IIAL and GET Strategy and Increase the number of Grade 12 learners who became eligible for a Bachelor s programme at University. ENQUIRIES : Mr A Tsamai -012 357 3321/ Ms M Thubane-012 357 3297 POST 17/02 : CHIEF DIRECTOR: MEDIA LIAISON AND NATIONAL AND PROVINCIAL COMMUNICATION (REF NO: 140942/5) Branch: Office of the Director-General Chief Directorate: Media Liaison and National and Provincial Communication SALARY : All-Inclusive remuneration package of R1 127 334 per annum CENTRE : Pretoria REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate recognised three (3) year Bachelor s Degree or an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA; At least 5-10 years experience at senior managerial level.

9 Experience in the communication field is essential. Process competencies: Knowledge Management, SERVICE Delivery Innovation, Problem solving and analysis, Client orientation and Customer focus, Communication skills. Core Competencies: Strategic capacity and leadership, People Management and Empowerment, Financial Management, Change management. The candidate must be confident, trustworthy, accurate, adaptable and diplomatic. Applicants must have a valid driver s license and be willing to travel extensively. DUTIES : The successful candidate will oversee and provide strategic direction to all Communication Directorates in order to ensure efficient delivery of communication services to the Ministry and the Department of Basic Education. Oversee and provide strategic direction in the development and implementation of communication strategies for the Ministry and the Department of Basic Education.

10 Provide strategic direction in the development and Implementation of communication strategies for the Provincial Education Departments. Oversee, implement and manage communication campaigns for the Ministry and the Department of Basic Education. Ensure effective management and utilisation of the appropriate communication channels for the Ministry and the Department of Basic Education. Build and sustain a positive reputation for the Ministry and the Department of Basic Education. Effectively manage unplanned and urgent communication matters for the Ministry and the Department of Basic Education. Respond timeously to deadlines and to provide quality inputs into matters that affect the Ministry and the Department of Basic Education. Ensure that the delegated tasks and assignments from the Minister, the Deputy Minister, the Director-General, HEDCOM, and CEM, aimed at enhancing the programmes and projects within the Department of 5 Basic Education and the Provincial Education Departments, are undertaken.