The Department of Water and Sanitation is the custodian of South Africa's water resources. It is primarily responsible for the formulation and implementation of policy governing this sector.
While striving to ensure that all South Africans gain access to clean water and dignified sanitation, the department also promotes effective and efficient water resou...
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An Undergraduate qualification in Human Resource Management or related field at (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA.
Five years of experience at senior managerial level in a Human Resource value chain. Extensive work experience in a complete range of Human Resources functions and environment (Human Resource Planning and Recruitment, Employee Relations, Human Resource Performance and Development, Human Resource Administration and Employee Health Wellness at Senior Management Level) and all regulatory frameworks and HR prescripts. Understanding of strategic capability and leadership. Knowledge of programme and project management. Understanding finance, change and knowledge management principles. Planning and organizing skills. Service delivery and innovation. Problem solving and analysis. People and diversity management. Client orientation and customer focus. Excellent communication skills both (verbal and written). Accountability and ethical conduct.
A Bachelor’s degree at NQF level 7 in Science or Engineering.
A master’s degree and Professional registration with Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) or South African Council of Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP) will be an added advantage.
At least five (5) years’ experience in middle/senior management services.
Knowledge and practical experience in water resources management. Strategic capability and leadership.
Good communication skills. Excellent computer skills.
Planning and organising, people management, conflict management, negotiation, and change management skills.
Experience in programme, project management, and financial management skills.
Knowledge management, service delivery innovation (SDI). Empowerment, client orientation, and customer focus skills.
A Civil Engineering Degree (B Eng/ BSc) qualification.
Three (3) years post qualification engineering experience in water services infrastructure development. Compulsory registration with Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineer.
The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Knowledge of contract, project and financial management. Knowledge and understanding of operation and maintenance for Water Services Infrastructure. Computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power Point and MS Outlook).
Understanding of the National Water Act, Water Services Act, National Environmental Management Act, Public Service Regulations Act, Division of Revenue Act (DoRA) and the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). Good communication skills both (verbal and written) and the ability to communicate with all sector departments and other institutions.
Must be able to work independently, be self-motivated and reliable.
An undergraduate qualification in Risk Management/ Auditing / Finance / Accounting/ at NQF level 7. Affiliation with risk management professional body and a valid unexpired driver’s license. Post graduate qualification in risk management and a certification in risk management will be an added advantage.
A minimum of Five (5) years risk management experience of which (3) years must be at supervisory level (ASD).
Knowledge and understanding on Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations, Public Sector Risk Management Framework, human resource and management legislation, policies, practices and procedures.
Understanding of the risk management best practices (ISO, COSO) and King Principles.
Understanding of departmental policies and procedures.
Knowledge of government financial systems.
Principles and practice of financial accounting.
Framework for managing performance information.
Business strategy transaction and alignment.
Problem solving and analysis.
People and diversity management.
Client orientation and customer focus.
Good communication skills both (verbal and written).
A Secretarial Diploma or equivalent qualification.
Three (3) to five (5) years ‘experience in rendering a support service to Senior Management.
Excellent computer literacy skills. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
Good office management skills and knowledge of administrative procedures.
Sound organizational skills. Good people skills. High level of reliability. Ability to act with tact and discretion.
Ability to research and analyse documents and situations.
Good grooming and presentation skills.
Self-management and motivation.
Knowledge of dispute resolution process.
Knowledge of basic financial management.
People and Diversity management.
Problem solving and Analysis.
The successful candidate must be highly reliable, self-motivated, flexible, creative, client and customer focused.
Remains up to date regarding the prescripts, policies and procedures applicable to her / his work terrain to ensure efficient and effective support to the manager.
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Good accountability and ethical conduct.