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A job opportunity

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape
The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.
 
Director: People Development
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: HO95/2023
  Directorate: People Development, Head Office, Cape Town
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Ability to provide a vision and set direction to meet the strategic objectives and inspire others to deliver the Directorate’s mandate. The ability to think strategically and analytically. Ability to set targets and to monitor, evaluate and adapt where necessary. Ability to manage projects with multiple stakeholders and to identify, successfully initiate and develop new projects. Knowledge of Public Service Regulatory Framework. Possesses public relations skills, negotiation and facilitation skills as well as presentation and public speaking skills. Ability to communicate in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Open-minded and able to accommodate diverse views. Ability to respond fast, decisively, and appropriately to rapidly changing situation. Computer literate in MS Office and familiar with online tools for effective communication. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work under pressure.
 
Requirements Minimum educational qualification:
An appropriate undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in a Public Management/Human Resources or related field as recognized by SAQA with at least 6 years’ experience at a middle/senior managerial level. Pre-entry Certificate for the Senior Management Services (Candidates not in possession of this entry requirement can still apply but are requested to register for the course and complete as such as no appointment can be made in the absence thereof. The course is available at the National School of Governance (NSG) under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be sourced by following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/trainingcourse/sms-pre-entry-programme/. All costs associated hereof will be the responsibility of the applicant).
 
Experience:
Appropriate experience and proven track record in all major aspects of management within a people development environment.
 
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
Facilitate and ensure the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the People Development strategy. Ensure the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the Workplace Skills Plan (WSP) by conducting skills audits, compiling the Departmental WSP, providing input to related strategic planning documentation ad completion of quarterly and health annual training reports. Managing the placement of community service programmes and internships for health professionals. Plan and co-ordinate the implementation of the Expanded Public Works Programmes (EPWP). Ensure the facilitation ad implementation of Generic People Development and Training Programmes. Facilitate the allocation and contract management of full-time and part-time bursaries for the Department. Facilitate the recruitment of learners for learnerships, various type of Internship programmes, Adult Education and Training courses. Facilitate and monitor the provision of leadership and management training. Facilitate the management of the People Development Centre (PDC), People Development Information Systems & e-Learning. Overall responsibility for corporate governance, including all aspects of People Management and Development, Financial Management, Information Management, management of Support Service and oversight of Contract management with key partners within the Directorate.
 
Enquiries:
Ms B Arries, tel. no. (021) 483-3373
 
Note:
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
 
Inherent requirement of the job:
Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
R 1 162 200 per annum - R 1 365 411 per annum (A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs). A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.
 
Starting Date:
6/15/2023 12:00:00 AM
 
NOTICE TO ALL
Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.
  • It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
  • available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
  • bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.
Closing date: 7/7/2023 12:00:00 AM
 
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