Job Openings at Mpumalanga Office of the Premier

MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Proven innovative and creative ability; Financial management skills; Change management; Knowledge management; Service delivery innovations. Problem solving and analysis; People management and empowerment; Client orientation and customer focus; Communication (oral and written) as well as honesty and integrity.

REQUIREMENTS

• An appropriate Bachelor’s degree /Advanced National Diploma in Accounting, Supply Chain Management, logistics (NQF Level 7) or any related fields. A minimum of three (3) years’ relevant experience at Junior Management Level. Experience in the field of Supply Chain Management would be an added advantage.  

DUTIES

• Management and Administration of Supply Chain processes and procedures
• Ensure that correct procedures to print orders are followed and that orders are processed accordingly
• Management of movable Assets and proper management of Stores for the Office of the Premier
• Identify and manage risk for the Unit • Manage the provision of administrative support services.

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Investigative skills; information systems and data management; knowledge capture, storage and dissemination; planning and organizing; project and stakeholder management; problem solving skills. Computer literacy (Ms Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook); communication and presentation; report writing; analytical thinking; able to interpret and apply policies as well as capacity building and training facilitation.

REQUIREMENTS

• An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent NQF 7 in Security     Management/Security Risk Management/Policing. (NQF Level 7) or any related fields. A minimum of three (3) years relevant experience at Junior Management Level. Experience in the field of vetting would be an added advantage.

DUTIES

• Develop, manage and implement policies, guidelines, norms and standards of vetting and investigations for security clearance levels 
• Manage the execution of vetting field-work investigations 
• Manage and coordinate the screening and vetting services in the province 
• Liaise with State Security Agency (SSA) for the evaluation of the collected information, issuance, withdrawal, degrading and refusal of security clearance certificates. Monitor and validate existing security clearances 
• Provide technical and/or advisory support services to Departments 
• Manage the provision of administrative support services 
• Manage the provision of administrative support services.

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Research management; Comprehensive report writing; Strategic capability and leadership. Financial management; Change management; Knowledge management; People management and empowerment. Programme and project management; Service delivery innovations; Problem solving and analysis; Communications as well as Client orientation and customer focus. 

REQUIREMENTS

• An appropriate Bachelor's Degree in Research, Social Science, Economics, Development Studies, Public Policy, Policy Development, Population and Demography (NQF Level 7). A post graduate Degree (Honours, Masters or PHD) in Research,Social Science, Policy Development will be an added advantage. A minimum of five (5) years relevant experience at Junior Management Level, preferably in the fields of research management and policy development. Practical knowledge of government policies on research management legislatives and regulatory frameworks. Good interpersonal and communications skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. A valid driver’s license would be an added advantage.

DUTIES

• Manage research services to inform decision making, policy development and strategy development for the Mpumalanga Provincial Government 
• Develop and Implement the research agenda and research strategy for Mpumalanga Provincial Government Manage the establishment of the research partnerships with institutions of higher learning and research institutions 
• Develop research repository and maintain it for the Mpumalanga Provincial Government 
• Compile high level analytical reports on the assessment of the state service delivery and citizen access to support executive decision making. 
• Manage the provision of administrative support services.

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Proven experience in: developing, reviewing and implementing policies and strategic frameworks, conducting policy research and analysis to support evidence-based decision making; drafting policy proposals, briefs and reports for senior management or political authorities, coordinating cross-departmental or intergovernmental policy initiatives, stakeholder engagement and facilitation of consultations with internal and external parties. Knowledge of policy development processes and frameworks in the public sector.
• Core skills: research and analytical skills, policy drafting and report writing, strategic thinking and problem solving, project coordination and programme management, stakeholder engagement and facilitation, communication and presentation skills.

REQUIREMENTS

• An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent (NQF level 7) in Public Policy, Policy Development, Social Science, Economics, Development Studies, Public Administration. A Postgraduate qualification (Honours or Master’s Degree) in Public Policy, Policy Development or Business Administration, Economics will be an added advantage. A Minimum of 5 years relevant relevant experience at Junior Management Level in policy development, policy research, or strategic planning.

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Strong skills in data analysis, policy interpretation, and report writing and presentation. Programme and project monitoring and evaluation skills; strategic capability and leadership; financial management; knowledge management; people management and empowerment; client orientation 

REQUIREMENTS

• An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent (NQF level 7) in Monitoring and Evaluation, Public Administration, Social Sciences, Economics, Statistics, Development Studies, Public Policy or a related field. A Post-graduate qualification (Honours, Master’s or PHD) in Monitoring and Evaluation, Public Policy, Development Studies, Economics or related field will be an added advantage.  
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience at middle/senior managerial level in monitoring and evaluation, strategic planning, programme performance monitoring and evaluation is compulsory. Thorough knowledge of frameworks relating to long-term and medium-term planning, strategic planning, monitoring and evaluation in the Public Sector.

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Strong skills in research design, data analysis, policy interpretation, and report writing and presentation. Programme and project monitoring and evaluation skills; strategic capability and leadership; financial management; knowledge management; people management and empowerment; client orientation and customer focus; problem solving and analysis and communication skills.

REQUIREMENTS

• An appropriate Bachelor's Degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, Social Science, Economics, Public Administration, Public Policy, Development Studies or a related field( NQF Level 7). A post graduate qualification (NQF levels 8, 9 or 10) in the above fields will be an added advantage.  
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience at middle/senior managerial level in strategic planning and programme management or programme performance monitoring and evaluation is compulsory. Thorough knowledge of frameworks relating to long-term and medium-term planning, strategic planning, monitoring and evaluation in the Public Sector.

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Proven experience in developing and implementing information and knowledge management strategies, policies, and systems
• Experienced in Designing and maintaining organizational knowledge repositories and records management frameworks
• Promote knowledge sharing and organizational learning across divisions, managing information security, compliance and data quality standards, overseeing digital transformation, archiving and document management system, managing ICT related project data integration initiatives
• Coordinating information flow for decision-making and performance reporting.

REQUIREMENTS

• An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent (NQF level 7) in Information Technology, Information Management, Knowledge Management, Library and Information Science or Information Systems.
• A post graduate qualification (Honours, Master’s or PhD) in Knowledge Management, Library and Information Science, Information Systems, Information Technology will be an added advantage. 
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience at middle/senior managerial level. Experience in information management, knowledge management, ICT or data governance would be an added advantage.

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Proven experience in Strategic capability and leadership, People Management and empowerment, Programme and project management, Planning and Organising Skills, Financial Management, Change management, Motivation skills, Interpersonal Skills, Decision making, Problem solving skills, Computer literacy, Communication and presentation, Report writing, Logical and Analytical thinking and decision making, Able to interpret and apply policies. Knowledge in Public Service prescripts, Government Communication strategies and Human resource management.

DUTIES

• Coordinate the Executive Council outreach programmes 
• Manage the dissemination of information to stakeholders about cabinet decision to embark on outreach programmes 
• Facilitate and coordinate the processes required to establish the organising committee 
• Coordinate the organizing committee meetings with stakeholders 
• Prepare and present progress reports to the Executive Council 
• Coordinate and manage provincial events 
• Support and coordinate the establishment of the organising committee 
• Coordinate the participation of departments, municipalities and public entities 
• Coordinate the relevant district officials to be part of the outreach 
• Coordinate and ensure the effective provision of protocol services for all official events 
• Arrange holding rooms for briefing political, principals post-mortem 
• Conduct cabinet outreach advances assessment visits 
• Manage the establishment of a team to visit communities to determine the stability of the community 
• Compile assessment report and present to the Executive Council for consideration 
• Manage the provision of administrative support services 
• Oversee and manage the enhancement of internal controls 
• Manage the provision of administrative support services.

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent (NQF level 7) in Economics, Development and Planning, Policy Development, Public Policy, Statistics.
• A Postgraduate Qualification (Honours, Master’s or PhD) in Macro-Economics, Development and Planning, Econometrics would be an added advantage. Minimum of five (5) years relevant experience at Middle Management level. Experience in Planning, Macroeconomic Analysis, Development Planning or Economic Policy Formulation would be an added advantage.

REQUIREMENTS

• An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent (NQF level 7) in Economics, Development and Planning, Policy Development, Public Policy, Statistics. A Postgraduate Qualification (Honours, Master’s or PhD) in Macro-Economics, Development and Planning, Econometrics would be an added advantage. A minimum of five (5) years of experience at middle/senior managerial level.  Experience in Planning, Macroeconomic Analysis, Development Planning or Economic Policy Formulation would be an added advantage.

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Proven experience in designing and implementing policy frameworks, policy and legislative instruments. Managing policy research and consultation processes; coordinating intergovernmental or interdepartmental policy initiatives. Strong research, analytical and problem solving skills; excellent writing, presentation and stakeholder engagement skills. Strategic thinking and ability to translate policy into actionable programmes, project and people management capabilities.

REQUIREMENTS

• An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent (NQF level 7) in Public Policy, Policy Development, Social Science, Economics, Development Studies, Public Administration or any other related studies. A Postgraduate qualification (Honours or Master’s Degree) Public Policy, Policy Development or Economics would be an added advantage. 
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience at middle/senior managerial level. Experience in public policy management and planning would be an added advantage.

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Proven experience in designing, managing, and implementing research projects and programmes. Conducting quantitative and qualitative research and applying mixed-methods approaches. Providing strategic leadership in research coordination and evidence-based policy making; managing research partnerships with universities, research institutions think tanks, and other government agencies. Translating research findings into policy advice, reports, and strategic recommendations. P
• ublishing and disseminating research outputs to inform policy and planning processes. Research design and project management; excellent report writing and presentation skills, advanced data analysis and interpretation, stakeholder management and collaboration, strategic thinking and innovation.

REQUIREMENTS

• An appropriate Bachelor's Degree in Research, Statistics, Social Sciences, Public Policy, Economics, Public Administration or Development Studies (NQF Level 7). An Honours, Masters or PHD in Research Methodology, Statistics, and Social Sciences will be an added advantage. 
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience at middle/senior managerial level.  Experience in research, policy analysis, or programme evaluation will be an added advantage.

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Proven experience in strategic capability and leadership, people management and empowerment, programme and project management, planning and organising skills. Financial management, change management, computer literacy, communication and presentation, report writing, analytical, able to interpret and apply policies. Knowledge in Human Resource Management prescripts and Public Service prescripts.

REQUIREMENTS

• An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent NQF 7 in Human Resource Management/Public Management/ Public Administration (NQF Level 7) or related fields. A minimum of five (5) years of experience at middle/senior managerial level.  Experience in human resources management and policy development, monitoring and evaluation would be an added advantage.

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Excellent communication skills including advanced writing, editing, and verbal skills for various platforms and audiences. Stakeholder liaison and interpersonal skills, Understanding of the government communications system.

Media Management and PR:

• Experience in leading and driving interaction between the department and the media and overseeing branding and corporate identity. Digital and Multimedia Skills: Proficiency in managing social media platforms, websites, and multimedia production initiatives. Analytical skills, Report writing skills, Computer literacy as well as Presentation and Facilitation Skills. 

REQUIREMENTS

• An appropriate Bachelor's Degree or equivalent NQF level 7 in a relevant field, such as in Communication, Public Relations, Media Liaison, Journalism, or any other related field. 
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience at middle/senior managerial level.  Experience in the field of corporate communication services would be an added advantage.

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Proven experience in Strategic capability and leadership, People Management and empowerment, Programme and project management, Planning and Organising Skills, Financial Management, Change management, Computer literacy, Communication and presentation, Report writing, Analytical thinking and decision making, Able to interpret and apply policies. Knowledge in Security Management Prescripts, Human Resource Management, Public Service prescripts, and Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS)

REQUIREMENTS

• An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent Level 7 in Security Management/Policing (NQF level 7) and any other related related fields. 
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience at middle/senior managerial level. 
• Experience in the fields of security management, vetting and/or protocol services would be an added advantage. .

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Proven experience on governance, development of Strategies and Policies in investigation, Strategic capability and leadership, People Management and empowerment, Programme and project management, Planning and Organising Skills, Financial Management, Change management, Computer literacy (Ms Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Communication and presentation, Report writing, Analytical thinking and decision making, Able to interpret and apply policies.

REQUIREMENTS

• An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree or an equivalent NQF 7 in Risk Management/Internal Auditing or related fields (NQF level 7). Certificate in Ethics from a reputable Institute such as The Ethics Institute will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience at middle/senior managerial level. 
• Experience in the field of ethics, integrity and governance management would be an added advantage.

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Proven experience in Forensic Investigations Applicable prescripts, Forensic procedures and practices, Human Resource Management, Financial Management, Computer literate, and Public Service legislation. Skills in Management, Planning and organizing, Report writing, Decision making, Analytical thinking and problem solving, as well as Communication and presentation.

REQUIREMENTS

• An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree or an equivalent (NQF level 7) in Investigations/Law/ Forensic Audit/Commercial Crime Investigations/Internal Audit. Membership with the ACFE (Association of Certified FraudExaminers) will be an added advantage.  
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience at middle/senior managerial level. Experience in the field of forensic investigations would be an added advantage.

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Proven experience in Strategic capability and leadership, People Management and empowerment, Programme and project management, Planning and Organising Skills, Financial Management, Change management, Computer literacy (Ms Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Communication and presentation, Report writing, Analytical, Able to interpret and apply policies. Knowledge in Public Service Prescripts, and Human Resource Management.

REQUIREMENTS

• An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree or an equivalent NQF 7 in Human Resource Management/ Public Administration/ Management/Public Affairs (NQF Level 7) or related fields. 
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience at middle/senior managerial level.  Experience in the fields of human resource management, human resource development would be an added advantage. 

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Proven experience in Strategic capability and leadership, People Management and empowerment, Programme and project management, Planning and Organising Skills, Financial Management, Change management, Computer literacy (Ms Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Communication and presentation, Report writing, Analytical, Able to interpret and apply policies. Knowledge in Public Service Prescripts

REQUIREMENTS

• An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent NQF 7 in Public Management/Administration/ Public Affairs (NQF level 7) or related fields.
• A post graduate qualification (NQF levels 8, 9 or 10) in the above fields will be an added advantage. 
• A minimum of five (5) years relevant experience at Senior Management level. Experience in the fields of managing HIV/AIDS Programmes, Special Programmes, Youth Development and Transformation would be an added advantage.

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Proven experience in Strategic leadership, People Management and empowerment, Programme and project management, Planning and Organising Skills, Financial Management, Change management, Computer literacy (Ms Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Communication and presentation, Report writing, Analytical, Able to interpret and apply policies. Knowledge in Public Service Prescripts, Government systems and structures, and Internal performance and evaluation reporting.

REQUIREMENTS

• An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent NQF 7 qualifications in Public Administration/Public Management/Human Resources Management/Public Affairs/Law/(NQF Level 7) or related fields. A post graduate qualification (NQF levels 8, 9 or 10) in the above fields will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of five (5) years relevant experience at a Senior Management level. Experience in the fields of human resource management, human resource development, labour relations, policy management, communications, legal services, strategic planning would be an added advantage. Knowledge in the Public Service will be an added advantage.