Assistant Director: Local Government Performance Assessment (Reference 133/2013)

Advertiser: Department of Performance Monitoring and Evaluation

Location: Pretoria

Salary: R314 709 - R365 355 per annum (level 10) plus benefits

Requirements:
A relevant 3 year tertiary qualification plus 3-5 years appropriate experience OR Grade 12 and at least 10 years relevant experience. Should possess skills in report writing, research and Policy Analysis, computer skills and sound knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite, communication skills (written and verbal) and ability and willingness to work under pressure. Organisational skills, Good interpersonal relations and Application of project management tools is an added advantage. Available to work irregular hours and to travel to perform duties away from home.

Duties:
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing administrative, Project administration and logistical services to the Municipal Performance Unit. Assist in managing multiple projects. Assist in the implementation of projects in accordance with project requirements, the project management plan and agreed procedures. Conduct financial operations to execute assigned projects within allocated budget and in accordance with PFMA and Treasury Regulations requirements. Ensure compliance with all relevant legislative, statutory and regulatory requirements towards the achievement of assigned projects. Collect, record, make available and accessible information to inform operations; to produce reports that are accurate and relevant. Rendering of general logistical and programme / project management related support. Responsible for all logistics planning related to travel and events. Manage the logistical arrangements of the Management Assessments. Provide secretarial support particularly at the Management Assessments.

Enquiries: Mr Hassen Mohamed, 012 308 1855

The Department of Performance Monitoring and Evaluation is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Department through the filling of these posts. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

Applications:
Applications must be sent to: The Department of Performance Monitoring and Evaluation, attention Ms W Oosthuizen, by mail to Private Bag X944, PRETORIA, 0001 or hand delivered at Union Buildings, Main Entrance, Government Avenue, Pretoria.

Note:
The relevant reference number must be quoted on all applications. Applicants must complete a Z83 form (click to download pdf form) accompanied by a comprehensive CV (maximum 5 pages), an ID copy and copies of all qualifications. Confirmation of final appointment will be subject to a positive pre-employment screening. Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only. For salary levels 11 to 15, the inclusive remuneration package consists of a basic salary, the state’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund and a flexible portion in terms of applicable rules.

Reference number: 133/2013

Closing date: 10 May 2013