Assistant Director: Asset And Property Management (Reference HRMC 65/13/4)

Advertiser: Department of Home Affairs

Location: Johannesburg

Salary: Basic Salary of R252 144 to R304 587 per annum (Level 9). In addition, a range of competitive benefits are offered.
Centre: Gauteng Provincial Manager's Office, Johannesburg

Requirements:
A 3 year Degree/Diploma in Logistics Management or Asset Management or finance related qualifications or an NQF level 6 and/ or Grade 12 certificate plus 5 years' experience of which 2 years' experience must be a Supervisor experience
3 years' experience of dealing with asset management, asset counting and depreciation and property management
Sound Knowledge and understanding of Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury regulation and GIAMA
Knowledge of the Public Service Act and Regulations, BAS and LOGIS will be an added advantage
Understanding of Human Resources Legislation and prescripts
Able to work extended hours, a valid driver's licence and willingness to travel is required.

Duties:
The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following specific tasks:
Ensure effective management of assets within the Province
Develop, implement and monitor acquisition, maintenance and disposal plans for assets
Ensure proper implementation of the Asset management Strategy within the Province
Oversee regular asset counts and verify results against Asset Register
Verify the accuracy of the data recorded/updated in the asset register
Provide Inputs on assets, financials and reconciliations
Facilitate bar-coding, stocktaking, and verification of departmental assets. Ensure successful management of the property in the Province
Liaise with DPW on the acquisition of land for the construction of new building and renting of office accommodation
Prepare and manage provincial maintenance, property plans and budget
Facilitate signing of lease agreements on all state owned building and privately owned property
Compile tactical plans aligned to business requirements to ensure effective property management
Oversee successful system and process enhancements, updates and amendments within the Province
Monitor and participate in the implementation of efficiency improvement projects
Manage effective operation of the property management unit
Provide guidance and leadership to the provincial property management staff in the achievement of strategic and operational goals
Ensure the effective and uniform implementation of Standard Operating Procedures of Property Management
Ensure efficient and effective application and utilisation of resources within the property management unit
Manage leave and other Human Resources administration requirements within the unit
Ensure effective risk and compliance management within asset management unit, Report on all risk and financial indicators including e.g. financial losses, overpayment, etc. according to required format
Ensure effective compliance with all duties of the employer in terms of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
Administer and monitoring of contract service level agreements.

Enquiries: Gauteng: Ms M Kau/T Monyeki, Tel No; 011 242 9000

The Department of Home Affairs is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender, disability) through the filling of position. Candidates whose appointment/transfer/promotion will further the objective of representivity will receive preference.

Applications:
Applications must be sent to the correct address as indicated below, to reach the address on or before the closing date. Applications sent to a wrong address and/or received after the closing date or those that do not comply with the requirements, will not be taken into consideration. In the event of hand-delivery of applications, applicants must sign an application register as proof of application.

Kindly ensure that the relevant reference number is quoted and applications are directed to the relevant province as indicated below: Direct applications to: The Department of Home Affairs, Eastern Cape Province: Postal address: Private Box 7413, King Williams Town, 5600, Physical address: 11 Hargreaves Avenue, King William's Town, 5600 Head Office: Postal address: Private Bag X114, Pretoria 0001, Physical Address; The Hallmark Building, Corner Johannes Ramokhoase & Thabo Sehume Street, Pretoria. Mpumalanga Province: Postal Address: Private Bag X11464, Nelspruit, 1200, Physical Address: 2nd Floor, Bateleur Building 16 Nel Street, Nelspruit, 1200.

Closing date: 23 August 2013

Note:
Applications must be submitted on a Z83 form (click to download pdf form), obtainable from any Public Service department or at www.gov.za and should be accompanied by a comprehensive CV, including the details of at least two contactable referees (should be people who recently worked with the applicant) and certified copies of qualifications and identity document (with an original certification stamp). It is the responsibility of applicants in possession of foreign qualifications to submit evaluated results by the South African Qualifications Authority. Where a valid driver's licence is a requirement, applicants must attach certified copies of such licences. No faxes or e-mailed applications will be considered. If no contact is made within three months of the closing date, please accept that the application was unsuccessful. Successful candidates will be required to enter into a performance agreement and be subjected to security clearance procedures. Successful candidates may be required to undergo a competency assessment. Candidates who possess a tertiary qualification, as well as those who promote representivity (especially People with Disability), will receive preference.

Are you looking for an exciting and challenging career in a rapidly changing organisation? The Department of Home Affairs has embarked on an extensive turnaround programme, aimed at developing a culture of responsiveness and improved service delivery. We are looking for committed, passionate and talented individuals to form part of a new leadership team, equipped with the right skills to deliver a world-class service.

If you have what it takes to serve the needs of South Africa's citizens, residents and visitors - and your credentials meet the requirements of any of the following positions,- then respond before the closing date. Join our leadership team in transforming our vision into a reality.

Reference number: HRMC 65/13/4

Closing date: 23 August 2013