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Requirements

• A Civil Engineering Degree (B. Eng / BSc. Eng). Three (3) years post qualification experience in civil engineering is required. Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineer in the civil engineering discipline.
• The disclosure of a valid and unexpired driver’s license. Competency and experience on the implementation of civil engineering projects in the Water Sector and design of hydraulic structures, pump stations, and pipelines. 

Duties

• Engineering design and analysis effectiveness. Perform, review, and approve bulk pipeline design components. Plan and manage engineering principles and codes of good practice for candidate engineers. Manage resources and inputs for the facilitation of resource utilization.
• Application of research and development procedures. Continuous professional development to keep up with new technology and procedures within engineering, office administration, and budget planning.
• Draft tender documents in accordance with ECSA Stage 4. Administer construction contracts and conduct construction inspections in accordance with the ECSA Stage 5 scope of service.

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Requirements

• Appropriate Trade Test Certificate. Ten (10) years of post-qualification experience as an artisan or artisan foreman.
• The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.
• Knowledge of technical analysis, computer-aided applications, legal compliance, technical report writing, and production process. Problem-solving and analytical decision-making, teamwork, and analytical skills. 

Duties

• Manage technical services and support in conjunction with artisan and workshop activities. Manage administrative and related functions. Provide inputs into the budgeting process, and compile and submit reports as required. Manage artisan and related personnel and assets. Control and monitor expenditure according to budget to ensure efficient cash flow management.
• Management of the development, motivation, and utilization of human resources for the discipline to ensure a competent knowledge base for the continued success of technical services. Ensure adherence to safety standards, requirements, and regulations.
• Compile and submit reports as required. Human and capital resource management. Continuous individual development to keep up with new technologies and procedures.

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Requirements

• A senior/grade 12 certificate. Knowledge of the PERSAL system, database, and spreadsheet application. Knowledge of the Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, and other relevant HR prescripts will be an advantage. Good communication skills (written and verbal). Ability to work under pressure

Duties

• The successful candidate will be responsible for rendering human resource clerical services. Provide administrative support for recruitment and selection, appointments, probation, and service terminations. Administer processes related to conditions of service (leave, housing, medical aid, allowances, etc.).
• Address inquiries and human resources registry services. - capture and update transactions on the PERSAL system. Address HR administration inquiries from internal and external stakeholders. Maintain and update personnel filing systems (electronic and physical).
• Provide general administrative support, including drafting routine correspondence, submissions, and reports. Ensure effective and efficient interpretation and implementation of the departmental HRM policies, system, regulation guidelines, resolution, and other prescriptions.

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Requirements

• A senior/grade 12 certificate. Knowledge of the PERSAL system, database, and spreadsheet application. Knowledge of the Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, and other relevant HR prescripts will be an advantage. Good communication skills (written and verbal). Ability to work under pressure

Duties

• The successful candidate will be responsible for rendering human resource clerical services. Provide administrative support for recruitment and selection, appointments, probation, and service terminations. Administer processes related to conditions of service (leave, housing, medical aid, allowances, etc.).
• Address inquiries and human resources registry services. - capture and update transactions on the PERSAL system. Address HR administration inquiries from internal and external stakeholders. Maintain and update personnel filing systems (electronic and physical).
• Provide general administrative support, including drafting routine correspondence, submissions, and reports. Ensure effective and efficient interpretation and implementation of the departmental HRM policies, system, regulation guidelines, resolution, and other prescriptions.

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Requirements

• A senior/grade 12 certificate. Basic knowledge of financial functions and practices, as well as the ability to capture data, operate a computer, and use Excel. Good communication skills. Accountability, integrity, honesty, and ethical conduct. Some experience in finance would be advantageous.

Duties

• Receive salary advice and distribute it to employees. Capturing supplementary employee payments. Prepare payments to service providers and maintain the invoice register. Ensure that creditors are paid within 30 days.
• Ensure financial procedures are observed in the section. Attend to vendor inquiries. Scan paid invoices onto SAP. Order and distribute stationery. File all face value documents systematically and completely.
• Attend to audit samples and ensure compliance with policies and regulations. Assist with the compilation of the budget for the sections and printing budget reports.

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Requirements

• A senior/grade 12 certificate. Basic knowledge of financial functions and practices, as well as the ability to capture data, operate a computer, and use Excel. Good communication skills. Accountability, integrity, honesty, and ethical conduct. Some experience in finance would be advantageous.

Duties

• Receive salary advice and distribute it to employees. Capturing supplementary employee payments. Prepare payments to service providers and maintain the invoice register. Ensure that creditors are paid within 30 days.
• Ensure financial procedures are observed in the section. Attend to vendor inquiries. Scan paid invoices onto SAP. Order and distribute stationery. File all face value documents systematically and completely.
• Attend to audit samples and ensure compliance with policies and regulations. Assist with the compilation of the budget for the sections and printing budget reports.

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Requirements

• A Senior/Grade 12 certificate. A National Diploma in Human Resources Management will serve as the added advantage.
• One (1) year experience in Human Resource Management will serve as an added advantage. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s licence will serve as an added advantage. 

Duties

• Render human resource administrative function. Administer recruitment and selection, human resource Transactions, performance management and development system, Information management (Establishment), IOD, Incapacity Pension Administration, Typing and drafting of letters, memorandum, and submissions.
• Rendering professional advice to line function on the effective and efficient interpretation and implementation of the departmental HRM policies and other related prescripts. Handling of all HRM administration functions. Compile daily statistics and update databases

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Requirements

• A senior/grade 12 certificate. Knowledge of the PERSAL system, database, and spreadsheet application. Knowledge of the Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, and other relevant HR prescripts will be an advantage. Good communication skills (written and verbal). Ability to work under pressure

Duties

• The successful candidate will be responsible for rendering human resource clerical services. Provide administrative support for recruitment and selection, appointments, probation, and service terminations. Administer processes related to conditions of service (leave, housing, medical aid, allowances, etc.).
• Address inquiries and human resources registry services. - capture and update transactions on the PERSAL system. Address HR administration inquiries from internal and external stakeholders. Maintain and update personnel filing systems (electronic and physical).
• Provide general administrative support, including drafting routine correspondence, submissions, and reports. Ensure effective and efficient interpretation and implementation of the departmental HRM policies, system, regulation guidelines, resolution, and other prescriptions.

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Requirements

• A BCom. Law / LLB or equivalent degree. Admitted attorney. Registration as a Chartered Secretary with the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators will be advantageous.
• A minimum of five (5) years Middle / Senior Managerial experience. Experience as a Company Secretary. Understanding of SA Law in general, administrative law, labour law, water law, public entities, governance, and ethics.

Duties

• Committee Work: Ensure submission of the annual schedule of meetings for Board and Committee meetings. Ensure convening of meetings, preparation of agenda, and taking minutes of the board and its committees. Address correspondence and communication relating to the Board. Ensure collation and maintenance of information and documentation relating to Board and Committee meetings. Ensure the secure recording and archiving of minutes of meetings. Guide the writing of interim and annual reports for the Board. Ensure that decisions taken by the Board are communicated to relevant stakeholders to be implemented fully.
• Guidance and Advice:Advise and guide the Board by promoting insight and clarity on its appointment, constitution, and the related legal, ethical, good governance, accounting, and financial implications of the proposed/implemented policies and decisions. Assist the Chairperson and Chief Executive in matters relating to the DWS and the Board.
• Provide advice with regard to the specific roles and responsibilities of the Board as a whole and those of the individual role-players: Chairperson, CEO, and Board members. Provide advice with regard to the appointment and constitution of the required subcommittees (e.g., audit, risk, or other), with regard to ensuring corporate governance. Manage the risk by ensuring and monitoring compliance of the implementation of policies and procedures relating to NWA, PFMA, and other related legislation and guidelines. Provide regulatory, compliance, and relevant advice to the Governing Board on usage of water resources to relevant national, provincial, and local government departments, WUAs, and farmers.
• Corporate Governance: Formulate and implement corporate governance strategies for the organization. Ensure the organization remains aware of any changing requirements in connection with corporate governance and responds accordingly. Provide advice on corporate governance working practices arising out of changes in legislation affecting the organization. Support the organization with the research, development, and implementation of policies required for corporate governance. Liaison as necessary with external organizations and staff at all levels on a wide variety of governance-related matters.
• Legal Support: Take overall responsibility for legal services in the organization. Deal with contractual and related matters. Provide internal legal advisory services to the Board as and when required. Facilitate and ensure compliance with relevant statutes. Provide continuous updates on changes to legislation to the organization and the Board. Set up systems that ensure the Board complies with all applicable codes, as well as its legal and statutory obligations.

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Requirements

• A relevant B-Degree NQF level 7 (Accounting, Financial Management or other relevant qualification). A post-graduate qualification and/or designation with relevant professional bodies will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in financial management of which 5 years must be at middle/senior managerial level. Extensive knowledge of financial management, PFMA and Generally Recognised Accounting Practice (GRAP) and some knowledge of local government sector, public service act and regulations.

Duties

• Strategic oversight on financial management within CMA:Assume overall responsibility for general financial and management accounting activities, budget (preparation and compliance), revenue collection, supply chain management and asset management functions, payroll, and banking, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, prescripts, policies, and agreements.
• Establish, implement, and enhance accounting and internal control systems, policies, and procedures in compliance with GRAP, PFMA, Treasury Regulations, and other legislation. Develop and implement a cost management strategy through effective accounting controls and financial management techniques.
• Ensure compliance with policies and provide guidance, assess risks and financial viability of existing & new policies and projects, and all customer agreements. Direct the financial strategy of the organisation to ensure availability of adequate financial resources. Provide strategic financial advice to executive management and the Board. Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting to all internal and external governance structures.
• Set perimeters for cash flow management and operations of the finance personnel. Ensure financial data integrity in terms of timeliness, accuracy and reliability. Oversee and provide assistance during the annual audit; respond to audit findings and implement recommendations as required. Stay abreast of new trends in the field of accounting, financial management, budgeting, etc.
• Provide strategic direction in the provision of other corporate support services within the CMA:Provide strategic direction in the implementation of HR policies, prescripts, and strategies. Ensure provision of IT services and that associated risks are effectively mitigated. Ensure provision of office support services, including facilities management.
• Departmental/Staff Management:Establish appropriate service and staffing levels; monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures and allocate resources accordingly to meet departmental strategies and priorities. Responsible for the related sections of the APP, Shareholders Compact, and Annual Report.