ANIMAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN VACANCY

ANIMAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN REF NO: 51/2011
Directorate: Animal Health
SALARY : R 174 117 per annum
CENTRE : Skukuza
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants should be in possession of a National diploma in Animal Health with
Animal Diseases as a major subject. A National diploma in Nature Conservation / Wildlife Management is a recommendation (you are required to furnish a credit certificate and/or statement of results). Registered with the South African Veterinary Council. Willing to participate in Government Subsidised Motor Transport. A valid driver’s licence.
Fire arms proficient and have a weapons competency certificate. Able to plan and work independently in remote areas in a National park where potentially dangerous animals are free roaming. Computer literacy in MS Office (Word and Excel) and have working knowledge of GPS and Cyber tracker technology. Knowledge of animal diseases and their clinical presentation.
Knowledge and experience of Veterinary Public Health in the field and at an abattoir.
Knowledge of basic Veterinary skills such as managing and manipulating animals for collection of blood and other tissue specimens.
Able to liaise with local farmers and communities.
DUTIES : The incumbent’s responsibility will be Animal disease surveillance, detection and monitoring. Animal disease containment and control, including animal and animal products movement control (permits). Provide assistance with applied wildlife disease investigations and research. Provide assistance with laboratory and diagnostic services.
Provide a Veterinary public health inspection service in the field during culling operations, carcass inspection at abattoir and meat and by-product hygiene and sanitary control.
Provide assistance with Veterinary clinical services. Deal with vagrant or problem animals.
Manage basic administrative duties, budgeting, office and personnel administration.
Communication and advice to all key customers. Extension and informal training to customers.
ENQUIRIES : Dr R. Bengis or Dr L. de Klerk-Lorist, tel. 013 735 5641.

NOTE : Given the location and type of this post, bush knowledge and bush skills are important attributes. Applicants must be aware that it may be necessary to camp in the bush, travel long distances and be away from home for extended periods.For the above reasons the position is probably more suitable for male persons, but female persons are not excluded. Departmental housing is available for the successful candidate at Skukuza.
APPLICATIONS : Ultimate Recruitment Solutions (URS) Response Handling, P.O. Box 11506,
Tierpoort, 0056 Application Enquiries: URS Response Handling, tel. 012-811-
1900.
FOR ATTENTION : URS Response Handling
CLOSING DATE : 18 March 2011
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service
department or on the internet at www.gov.za/documents and should be
accompanied by a recently updated, comprehensive CV as well as copies of all
qualification(s) and ID-document [Driver’s licence where applicable]. Non-RSA
Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit Holders must attach a copy of his/her
Permanent Residence Permit to his/her application. Should you be in
possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation
certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Failure to
submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being
considered. Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only. If you
have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of this
advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable
candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record
check, citizenship verification, financial/asset record check, qualification/study
verification and previous employment verification). Successful candidates will
also be subjected to security clearance processes. Where applicable,
candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge test. Successful candidates
will be appointed on a probation period of 12 months. The Department reserves
the right not to make any appointment(s) to the above post.

DEPUTY DIRECTOR–GENERAL: HEAD OF DEPARTMENT Jobs in South Africa

5-Year Contract
SALARY : R1025 133 per annum. All-inclusive flexible remuneration package, 10% non pensionable
Head of Department’s monthly allowance (the all-inclusive remuneration package consist of a basic salary of 60% and a 40% flexible portion structured according to personal needs) (Level 15)
CENTRE : Mafikeng (Head Office)
REQUIREMENTS :
*A postgraduate degree or equivalent qualification in Public Administration and or Agriculture
*Minimum of 5-10 years work experience as a senior manager preferably in the Public Service
*A relevant master degree qualification will be an added advantage.
Competencies:
*Dynamic strategic leader ship and communication skills
*Understanding of the operational environment of the Department and service delivery imperatives
* Extensive knowledge of the Public Service Regulatory Frameworks, including the Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations and the Public Service Act and Regulations* Proven ability to operationalise and ensure compliance with legislation and policy development at national and provincial level *Programme and project management skills
*People management and empowerment skills
* Demonstrable experience in stakeholder management, negotiation and corporate governance
*Client orientation and customer focus
*Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning and coordination of resources
*Strong analytical and innovation thinking abilities
*Strong organizational and conflict management skills.
DUTIES :
*As Head of Department and Accounting Officer in accordance Public Service Act, 1994 as amended, PFMA and Treasury Regulations, the successful candidate will be required to perform the following functions
*Develop Provincial policies and legislative framework conducive to sustainable Agriculture and Rural Development
*Ensure compliance with all the relevant legislative, statutory and regulatory requirements towards the  achievement of Departmental Service Delivery priorities and goals
*Develop, monitor, promote and co-ordinate the implementation of Departmental Service Delivery plans
*Monitor, evaluate and regulate Agriculture, Rural Development and related functions
*Manage the administration of Agriculture and Veterinary legislation and policies and co-ordination of Rural  Development activities
*Co-operative governance with National and Provincial Government.

ENQUIRIES : Mr Abbey Tlaletsi, tel. (018) 388-3040
APPLICATIONS : Applications, quoting the relevant reference, should be forwarded to Dr Kenneth
Boemah : The Director, Office of the MEC, Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, Private Bag X2039, Mmabatho 2735, or hand delivered at Agricentre Building, cnr Dr James Moroka Drive and Stadium Road, Mmabatho.
CLOSING DATE : 18 March 2011
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed form Z83 (Fully completed) obtainable from any Public Service Office, and should be accompanied by certified copies of educational qualifications, Identity Document together with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (covering full particulars of work experience,
training, qualification, skills, competencies and knowledge). Female candidates are encouraged to apply. Short-listed candidates will be subjected to competency assessment and security screening processes. The successful candidate will be subjected to a security vetting process and will sign off an oath of secrecy thereafter. The appointment of the successful candidate is subject to positive security vetting results and verified educational qualifications. It is the responsibility of applicants to make sure that foreign qualifications are evaluated by South African Qualifications Authority. Faxed or e-mailed and late applications will not be considered. Failure to comply with the above requirements will result in the disqualification of the application.

OPERATIONAL MANAGER NURSING (SPECIALITY: TRAUMA) 2 POSTS

Klipfontein/Mitchells Plain Sub-structure, (Chief Directorate: Metro District Health
Services)
SALARY : R 309 327 (PN-B3) per annum.
CENTRE : Post A: Hanover Park Community Health Centre, Post B: Mitchells Plain
Community Health Centre
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/ degree
in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South
African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A post-basic nursing
qualification in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science (Trauma and Emergency
Nursing) with a duration of at least 1 year accredited with the SANC.
Experience: A minimum of 9 years appropriate/recognisable experience in
nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General
Nursing. At least 5 years of the period referred to above must be
appropriate/recognizable experience in the speciality after obtaining the 1 year
post-basic qualification in the relevant speciality. Registration with a professional
council: Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse. Inherent
requirements of the job: Valid driver’s licence (Code B/EB). Willingness to attend
to the community needs after hours. Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Knowledge of appropriate legislation, regulations and Departmental Policies.
Basic knowledge and experience in office administration, financial and
procurement administration. Computer literacy.
DUTIES : Key result areas/outputs: Provide quality comprehensive community health
care, primary curative health care and complex rehabilitation services. Plan and
organise clinics, complete statistics. Ensure ordering and control of stationary,
medical class II stock consumables and ensure safekeeping. Health education
of patients and public staff. Professional development i.e. assessing in-service
training needs, planning, implementing of training programmes. Maintain
professional secrecy and prevent medical-legal risks. Safekeeping and use of
basic medical equipment.
ENQUIRIES : Mr LR August, tel no. (021) 370-5008
APPLICATIONS : The Director: Klipfontein/Mitchell’s Plain Sub-district, Lentegeur Hospital, Ward
2, Highlands Drive, Mitchells Plain, 7785.
FOR ATTENTION : Mr GM Barry
CLOSING DATE : 8 April 2011
NOTE : It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a
date, time and place as determined by the Department. Kindly note that excess
personnel will receive preference. As directed by the Department of Public
Service & Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be
conducted once they are short-listed and that their appointment is subject to
positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance,
qualification verification, criminal records, credit records and previous
employment.

Specialist: Audit Jobs in South Africa

Closing date for applications: 16 March 2011
Reference Number : OPS0090A
Job Title : Specialist: Audit
Position Reports to : Manager: Regional Business Area Enforcement (Audit)
Division : Enforcement and Compliance Risk
Location : Upington
Advert Date : 09 March 2011
Job Purpose:
To ensure the effective and efficient conducting audits requiring advanced tax, audit and
accounting competence.
Duties:
 Plan and conduct audits requiring advanced tax, audit and accounting competence
independently to ensure compliance with the relevant acts.
 Produce a written report on audit findings and recommendations.
 Request relevant documentation information require for the audit.
 Examine tax calculations and corrections.
 Check validity of claims for deductions and make the necessary recommendations.
 Interact with taxpayers on case related issues.
 Analyse and interpret all applicable financial statements and reports.
 Provide functional/technical support, advice and guidance to audit staff on basic and
intermediate tax and audit matters.
 Identify tax loopholes and evasion schemes and suggest potential solutions to minimize
tax risk.
 Act as a coach to auditors and assist in transfer of skills.
 Lead a team of auditors in the performance of audits.
 Provide input to risk profiling process.
 Keep up to date with changes/proposed changes of the Act and be able to advise others
team member on changes.
 Prepare, maintain and archive audit records.
 Maintain operational data.
 Conduct audits within acceptable quality norms required.
 Complete audits within the agreed throughput time.
 Answer enquiries related to audits conducted.
 Identify and escalate significant cases and issues.
 Meet operational targets.
Knowledge & Skills:
 Advanced tax, audit and accounting skills
Education & Experience:
 B.Com/B Compt Degree or equivalent qualification plus five years relevant experience or
CA (SA) with three years experience.
Employment Equity
The Employment Equity policy of SARS will be considered as part of the recruitment and
selection process. For statistical purposes, please indicate your Equity status (race, gender
and disability) on your CV.
Successful candidates will be required to undertake an oath of secrecy, pre-employment
screening and or vetting, and a declaration of private interest. The appointment is also subject
to appropriate reference(s) and security clearance if applicable.
Please email your CV to opsrecruitment@sars.gov.za and indicate the reference number
and the job title of the vacancy you are applying for in the subject lin

Director of Information Technology Vacancy at Office of the Presindent South Africa

The Presidency is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability). The candidature of persons whose transfer/appointment will promote representivity will receive preference. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Confirmation of final appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance.

Applications must be submitted on a Z83 form (obtainable from any Government institution), accompanied by certified copies of qualifications with proof of academic records, as well as a comprehensive CV and a copy of ID. It is the responsibility of the applicant to have his/her foreign qualification(s) evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Confirmation of final appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance. Due to the high volume of responses anticipated, correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. Failure to submit the requested documents will result in your application not being considered. No faxed or e-mailed applications will be considered.

Candidates for the level 13 & 14 posts above will be subject to competency assessments prior to appointment. On assumption of duty, they will have to enter into performance contract and submit a Financial Disclosure on an annual basis.

Please forward applications, quoting the relevant reference number, to: The Presidency, Private Bag X1000, Pretoria 0001 OR hand-deliver at 535 Proes Street, Pretoria, for the attention of Ms M Makgae.

Closing date: 18 March 2011 @ 16:30

Salary: An all-inclusive remuneration package of R685 200 per annum which consist of a basic salary, the State’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund and a flexible portion in terms of applicable rules (Level 13)

Pretoria

Requirements: An appropriate post graduate qualification in Information Systems / Technology, A Masters Degree will serve as an added advantage. A minimum of six years experience in managing / directing IT operations. Extensive technical expertise in Information Technology, including IT service desk, networks, datacenters and related policies. Excellent people management skills, client orientation and customer and service delivery focus. Programme management with a service delivery orientation and effective budget management, well developed interpersonal relationship at all levels, communication and documentation skills. Sound knowledge of Government’s budgeting and procurement processes and the Public Finance Management Act. Knowledge of integrated Document Management Systems and relational databases.

Duties: Align the Presidency’s Information Management and Technology strategy with the strategic direction of the Department. Management plans and business processes: Manage and direct the operations of directorate, its strategic plan and budget. Create a secure and stable network infrastructure aligned with the requirements from the office. Manage Service Level agreements with SITA and other entities. Ensure the implementation of the IT strategic plan and maintain disaster recovery plan. Evaluate, investigate and apply new technologies to enhance Information Technology within The Presidency. Serve on project teams and related forums. Manage the Integrated Document Management System and other IT systems and staff. Direct the preparation and implementation of policies, procedures and standards relating to Information Technology. Create an enabling environment for other managers to perform their functions more effectively and efficiently.

Enquiries: Mr. T Motsepe Tel: (012) 300-5869

Operational Specialist: Debt Management

Closing date for applications: 17 March 2011
Reference Number : OPS0169
Job Title : Operational Specialist: Debt Management X2
Position Reports to : Team Leader: Debt Management
Division : Operations
Location : KZN X2
Advert Date : 10 March 2011
Job Purpose:
 The effective management of the debt book through finalization of the allocated debt
cases within the turnaround times which should lead to the reduction in the debt book
Duties:
 The efficient management by finalisation of a section of the debt book allocated to the
collector within the targeted turn around time
 Profiling of cases and updating same on the collections systems
 Ensuring the achievement of set revenue and case finalisation target
 Effective use of collections tools
 Ensuring that taxpayers are kept up to date with their outstanding accounts by issuing
statements of accounts to them monthly
 Ensuring management and proper allocation of
- Payments
- Debt and Stop Orders
- Taxpayer queries
- General office administration
 Issuing of final demands
 In addition to the functions performed by the debt collector, the specialist collector
should be able to: Collections of complex and high value debt
 Functionally interpret – Financial Statements
 Risk management
 Execute Legal Action up to and including execution
 Input on current policies and procedures
 Training of team members within a team
Knowledge & Skills:
 Financial Analysis
 Legal Aspects of Collections
 Target driven
 Self motivated
 Excellent interpersonal skills
 Polite but firm
 Team player
 Excellent verbal communication
Education & Experience:
 Bachelor’s degree or Diploma
- Finance
- Accounting
- Law
- At least 5 years experience
Employment Equity
The Employment Equity policy of SARS will be considered as part of the recruitment and
selection process. For statistical purposes, please indicate your Equity status (race, gender
and disability) on your CV.
Successful candidates will be required to undertake an oath of secrecy, pre-employment
screening and or vetting, and a declaration of private interest. The appointment is also subject
to appropriate reference(s) and security clearance if applicable.
Please email your CV to opsrecruitment@sars.gov.za and indicate the
reference number and the job title of the vacancy you are applying for in the subject line

Revenue Admin Office Vacancy in South Africa

Closing date for applications: 17 March 2011
Reference Number : CUS0019
Job Title : Revenue Admin Office x 10
Position Reports to : Manager: Finance
Division : Customs
Location : Limpopo: Groblersbridge X 1, Beitbridge X 1
Mpumalanga: Lebombo X 2, Golela X 1
Gauteng: ORTIA X 2, Head Office x 1
North West: Skilpadshek X 1, Ramatlabama X 1
Advert Date : 08 March 2011
Please indicate the location of choice when you apply
Job Purpose:
To perform the revenue activities of Operations within predefined guidelines and structures, ensuring good governance, and the economic, efficient and effective revenue administration as required by the Public Finance Management Act.
Duties:
• Identify problem areas requiring new policies, procedures or systems and communicate same to the TL Finance
Governance - Ensure adherence to financial policy and governance issues within the Office
• Identify risk areas that could result in revenue and/or debtor loss and communicate same to TL Finance
• Promote compliance with corporate governance (PFMA) in respect of Expenditure, Procurement, and Administered Accounts
• Ensure the safeguarding of SARS’s assets and revenue
• Financial management activities – Revenue Administration
Management of the revenue accounting cycle of the Branch Office
General
• Compilation and reconciliation of the daily income analysis statement re import statistics obtained from the Import Teams to Actual Collections and declarations splitting between:
- Exempt goods
- Zero- rated goods (including transits)
- Taxable declarations - Deferments
- Taxable declarations - Cash
• Responsible for the safe custody of the 4th copy of the CCA1 (SAD500) and supporting documentation
• Identify expected daily collections with regard to import declarations and submit same to TL Finance
• Perform a monthly analytical review of the income analysis statement re imports and identify all material deviations and obtain explanations from Operations
• Submission of Income analytical review to TL Finance for review
Debtor (Deferment Account) Management
• Maintain a listing of all office deferment accounts indicating details, deferment limit, statement and payment dates
• Update the deferment accounts with all BOE deferred during the deferment period
• Allocate deferment payments from the cash book against the respective deferment account
• Issue accounts to all deferment registrants within the prescribed period as reflected on the deferment account listing
• Issue 13th account to all deferment registrants within the prescribed time frame during the month of March with regard to the end of the Financial Year
• Identify all registrants from the deferment account listing who have failed to pay within the prescribed period and follow-up same with the registrant
• Calculate interest and penalties on all outstanding accounts to date of payment
• Ensure handover to Debt Management should deferment registrants not comply to payment of outstanding accounts
• Ensure compliance to Deferment Policy with regard to defaulters on the deferment scheme
• Ensure compliance to the process with regard to new applications for Deferment clients
• Perform a cut-off on all deferment accounts at month end and summarise same on the Deferment Control Worksheet.
• Ensure the completeness of deferment accounts by ensuring that the monthly deferred entries reconcile to the total deferments per the income analysis
• Advise the TL Finance of the month-end deferment balance per the Deferment Control Worksheet
• All adjustments to deferment accounts must be authorised by the TL Finance.
• Maintain proper records and filing systems to ensure the completeness, validity, and accuracy of debtors.
• Responsible for the maintenance and daily updating of the securities listings
Securities Management
• All removals must be approved by the TL Finance and Branch Manager
• Ensuring that client has no outstanding debt with office – by issuing letters to all Sections and receiving confirmation from all Sections that there are no outstanding debt by client before security maybe removed from the listings
• All requests by clients for increase or decrease of securities must be channelled through the Risk Committee for approval before any changes to securities are made
• Responsible for the performance of confirmations with the financial institution
• Report on securities to the TL Finance on a monthly basis
• Signing of Quality Assurance Certificate after validation of securities are done in the month of the securities birthday
Provisional Payment Account Management - Creditors
• Maintain C&E creditor listing (PP Register) and aging on a monthly basis and reconcile same by:
- Adding all PP receipts received;
- Deducting all PP refunds made
• Refunds must be reconciled to the uncleared receipts on the PP Register prior to forwarding same for approval to ensure that the monies were originally banked
• Identify and report on all long outstanding items to the TL Finance and assist on follow-up of same
• Prepare and submit the monthly PP Register report to the TL Finance
• Prepare letters for Snr Manager sign off to clients with regard to the extension requested on PP’s and ensure that clients receive these letters on time
• Prepare letter of approval for Snr Manager sign-off for the Estreation of PP’s older than 2 years
Knowledge & Skills:
• Thorough financial and accounting knowledge.
• Meticulous with a high degree of attention to detail.
• High level of integrity and responsibility.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Team work.
• Client orientation.
• Sensitivity and diplomacy.
• Must be flexible and committed to transformation.
• Clear understanding of financial information systems.
• Computer literate and proficient in the use of MS Office (Excel, Word & Power Point).
• SAP R/3 – Logging on and navigating within the SAP menu and processing within (FI) Travel Management, Petty Cash, (MM) Material Management.
• Logging onto and creating shopping carts on SRM (Supplier Relationship Management)
• Valid drivers license (code 08).
Education & Experience:
• Grade 12 with Accounting or Mathematics and at least three years experience in a Financial Accounting environment.
Employment Equity
The Employment Equity policy of SARS will be considered as part of the recruitment and selection process. For statistical purposes, please indicate your Equity status (race, gender and disability) on your CV.
Successful candidates will be required to undertake an oath of secrecy, pre-employment screening and or vetting, and a declaration of private interest. The appointment is also subject to appropriate reference(s) and security clearance if applicable.
Please complete the online CV template and save it on your computer, email it to customsrecruitment@sars.gov.za and indicate the reference number and the job title of the vacancy you are applying for in the subject line. Click on this link to take you to the CV template: http://myportal/Functions/HR/HR%20Documents/Templates/Documents/CV%20Template%20-%20SARS%202008.doc.

Group Executive: Dispute Resolution :SARS Jobs

Closing date for applications: 22 March 2011
Reference Number : HO210
Job Title : Group Executive: Dispute Resolution
Position Reports to : Chief Officer: Legal and Policy
Division : Legal and Policy
Department : Dispute Resolution
Location : Head Office
Advert Date : 11 March 2011
Job Purpose:
• To provide a strategic Dispute Resolution Service to SARS and taxpayers; to provide strategic direction to staff and to manage staff output towards the rendering of an effective and efficient Dispute Resolution service by applying creative and contextual analysis/diagnosis, identifying risks and enabling resolution across all applicable areas of law or legislation, including their integration. Manage Revenue and Customs Litigation Process.
Duties:
• Provide technical guidance to legal officers;
• Conduct and finalise high value, complex, contentious and high profile cases via the process;
• Attend relevant Committees, providing on-going independent input and follow-up as Committee member or participant as required including acting as Chairperson;
• Manage staff output, growth and development with emphasis on guidance, coaching and management of performance;
• Contribute to the development of interpretive policy;
• Provide delivery support to operations
• Contribute to the administration of the Tax Board;
• Quality assurance review of internal memoranda or Tax Board decisions;
• Oversee and finalise the preparation of Reports on settlements to the Auditor-General and the Minister;
• Ensure the operationalisation of relevant legislation and policy
• Contribute to the development of business and process architecture
• To furnish SARS’ management with legal opinions and advice on all significant tax cases and related matters;
• Conducting, participating, advising or negotiating in required meetings for highly complex cases with a view to finalisation thereof within the prescribed time limits in terms of the applicable rules and statutes.
• Represent SARS on required forums and committees
Knowledge & Skills:
• Role Purpose and Impact Characteristics
Understands corporate vision as context for tactical planning, clearly articulates corporate vision
• Delivery and Success Characteristics
Co-ordinates resources to meet specific objectives and deliver agreed results
Deploys technical and/or commercial knowledge and experience to identify and resolve problems and define organization solutions
Negotiates with business partners to establish clarity about roles and responsibilities
Plan effectiveness in meeting objectives
Plan impact on organization results
• People Management Characteristics
Models and demonstrates accepted corporate behavioral norms
Identifies people and organizational requirements to enable achievement of specific objectives and completion of deliverables
Arranges for necessary training and tools for own resources allowing for enhanced efficiency of organization
Ensures that partners have the right resources to achieve organization results
Maintains close working relationships with partners to ensure understanding and cooperation
• Planning and reporting Characteristics
Builds and maintains networks and relationships with business partners to secure necessary resources to achieve objectives
Scans the external environment in order to identify and take advantage of immediate opportunities to improve results within defined area of responsibility
Determines systems and procedures to ensure optimal use of resources
Provides periodic reports on performance against plan and progress on key results.
Adjusts plan and resource allocation in line with changed priorities
• Resource and Management Characteristics
Determines priorities for resource allocation and deployment to optimize the efficiency of internal resources in delivering results
Establishes performance expectations and resource allocations consistent with desired results
Education & Experience:
• A relevant Post graduate qualification and 10 years relevant Senior Management experience.
Employment Equity
The Employment Equity policy of SARS will be considered as part of the recruitment and selection process. For statistical purposes, please indicate your Equity status (race, gender and disability) on your CV.
Successful candidates will be required to undertake an oath of secrecy, pre-employment screening and or vetting, and a declaration of private interest. The appointment is also subject to appropriate reference(s) and security clearance if applicable.
Please complete the online CV template and save it on your computer, email it to horecruitment@sars.gov.za and indicate the reference number and the job title of the vacancy you are applying for in the subject line. Click on this link to take you to the CV template: http://myportal/Functions/HR/HR%20Documents/Templates/Documents/CV%20Template%20-%20SARS%202008.doc;

Senior Manager: Advanced Tax Rulings Job at SARS

Reference Number : HO211
Job Title : Senior Manager: Advanced Tax Rulings
Position Reports to : Group Executive: Interpretation and Rulings
Division : Legal and Policy
Department : Interpretation and Rulings
Location : Head Office
Advert Date : 11 March 2011
Job Purpose:
• To manage and control the analising, research and writing of standard, involved, complex and extra-ordinary binding private and binding class rulings regarding the tax treatment of anticipated transactions in accordance with the advance tax rulings provisions inserted as Part IA in Chapter III of the Income Tax Act, No. 58 of 1962 and which apply in respect of the taxes administered by SARS
• To manage the performance of, develop and motivate and develop the knowledge and skills of the staff on the relevant subsection to provide a professional, effective and efficient service to internal and external clients in order to support business goals.
• To manage the process of facilitating, assisting and promoting the consistent, uniform, fair and correct application of the provisions of the relevant Acts.
• To ensure that legislation keeps up to date with new developments with a view to limiting abuse.
Duties:
1. The facilitation and overseeing of the –
• determination of the suitability of requests for rulings, and where so suitable, the analising and research of standard and highly complex transactions and deciding on such rulings.
• Writing and reviewing of advance tax rulings regarding the tax treatment of anticipated business transactions after an in-depth and comprehensive evaluation of the implications of a ruling on the macro and micro economy, the cross-border environment, tax administration in general and tax policy.
• Monitoring of applications and providing of advice of new trends in the economy.
• Liason with internal and external clients and report back on a regular basis to senior management of SARS.
• Presiding over hearings requested by taxpayers requiring rulings or by SARS management.
• Advising or otherwise providing guidance to SARS senior management and or National Treasury where required on advance tax rulings and related matters, including deficiencies in current legislation impacting on the tax base and to do presentations and represent SARS at various local and external forums.
• Ensuring of the maintenance and preservation of confidentiality and secrecy in respect of the rulings process and outcome, and to properly record and account for hours spend on each ruling in accordance with the highest ethical and professional standards.
• Ensuring of continuity in processes by comparative analysis with best practices world-wide.
• Liaison with competent authorities of other countries in respect of international or cross-border transactions.
• Determination of initial fee estimates in respect of rulings requested and allocated to the jobholder.
2. Reviewing of tax-technical documents in order to ensure that documents comply with quality standards and that documents are technically correct after considering the relevant facts and circumstances and researching and considering , amongst other things, existing interpretative tax policy, international practice, the alignment with the interpretation of other related taxes
3. Manage the organisational, human and other resources under his/her control, including the relevant budget and the performance management of staff
4. Conduct and/or participate in seminars and conferences nationally and internationally on tax issues and promote the interests of SARS generally
• Empower staff on the relevant subdivision by developing their technical expertise and skills
Knowledge & Skills:
• Leadership skills
• Excellent analytic and problem-solving skills
• Good public relations and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Computer literacy (Windows MS Word, MS Excel and use of Internet)
• Ability to interpret and apply legislation
• Ability to work independently and innovatively in producing solutions for complex problems and new ideas in the development of policy and legislation;
• Good judgement and independent decision-making abilities
• Ability to work under pressure and to manage change
• Thorough knowledge of the relevant legislation
• An understanding of SARS and Head Office policies and business operations.
Education & Experience:
• Commercial or legal degree and at least 10 years tax technical experience or Grade 12 and at least 14 years tax technical experience. A LLB or B.Com (Hons), a post-graduate higher diploma in tax or similar qualification in tax/accounting would be advantageous
• At least 3-4 years management experience in a tax technical environment
• Experience in research performed, drafting and reviewing of tax opinions and comprehensive memo’s on complex matters
Employment Equity
The Employment Equity policy of SARS will be considered as part of the recruitment and selection process. For statistical purposes, please indicate your Equity status (race, gender and disability) on your CV.
Successful candidates will be required to undertake an oath of secrecy, pre-employment screening and or vetting, and a declaration of private interest. The appointment is also subject to appropriate reference(s) and security clearance if applicable.
Please complete the online CV template and save it on your computer, email it to horecruitment@sars.gov.za and indicate the reference number and the job title of the vacancy you are applying for in the subject line. Click on this link to take you to the CV template: http://myportal/Functions/HR/HR%20Documents/Templates/Documents/CV%20Template%20-%20SARS%202008.doc

Senior Legal Administration Officer (MR 6)

The Presidency is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability). The candidature of persons whose transfer/appointment will promote representivity will receive preference. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Confirmation of final appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance.

Applications must be submitted on a Z83 form (obtainable from any Government institution), accompanied by certified copies of qualifications with proof of academic records, as well as a comprehensive CV and a copy of ID. It is the responsibility of the applicant to have his/her foreign qualification(s) evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Confirmation of final appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance. Due to the high volume of responses anticipated, correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. Failure to submit the requested documents will result in your application not being considered. No faxed or e-mailed applications will be considered.

Candidates for the level 13 & 14 posts above will be subject to competency assessments prior to appointment. On assumption of duty, they will have to enter into performance contract and submit a Financial Disclosure on an annual basis.

Please forward applications, quoting the relevant reference number, to: The Presidency, Private Bag X1000, Pretoria 0001 OR hand-deliver at 535 Proes Street, Pretoria, for the attention of Ms M Makgae.

Closing date: 18 March 2011 @ 16:30

Unit: Legal and Executive Services

Salary: An all-inclusive salary package ranging between R349, 817.48 and R632, 976 per annum depending on experience
Pretoria

Requirements: l B.Proc/LL.B degree l At least 8 years post-qualification experience / at least 3 years post-admission experience as an Attorney or Advocate l Experience in the interpretation and application of the law l Relevant experience in Government l Knowledge and understanding of the Public Service legislative framework l Knowledge of South African Constitutional Law is imperative l Good communication (both written and verbal) as well as interpersonal skills l Well developed analytical skills l The ability to perform research l The ability to work long hours and under pressure.

Duties: l Ensure that President’s Acts and Minutes submitted for the President’s signature comply with necessary requirements regarding format and content l Research the legal content of Executive Acts submitted for President’s signature and advise thereon l Conduct research on the constitutionality and legality of Acts of Parliament, Proclamations and Regulations submitted for the President’s signature l Monitor parliamentary debates and advise thereon l Attend to all queries regarding the Executive Ethics Code l Administer and process international agreements l Communicate with relevant stakeholders on matters relating to Executive Acts of the President l Attend to queries and complaints from members of the public, as may be allocated from time to time l Ensure that Government departments comply with the Manual on the Executive Acts of the President.

Enquiries: Mr G Mphaphuli, tel. (012) 300-5403

ADMINISTRATION OFFICER Vacancy

Reference No: AP550/2009
Title: ADMINISTRATION OFFICER
Description:
PLANNING, COORDINATION AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT (AP 550 / 2009) – FIVE MONTHS CONTRACT
Application:
Application must be submitted on form Z83 and should be accompanied by certified copies of qualifications as well as a comprehensive CV in order to be considered, to the Director-General, Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism, Private Bag x447, Pretoria, 0001. The Department is an equal opportunity; affirmative action employer. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only. If you have not been contacted within 01 month after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
Salary: 520 000
Salary Description:
R 117 501 per annum- basic salary (Plus a 37% monthly allowance of the basic salary)
For Attention: Mr DEAT
Department Centre: Jhb
Requirements:
A grade 12 certificate plus good experience and excellent knowledge of office administration functions; A three year tertiary qualification in public administration or an appropriate equivalent qualification will be an added advantage ; Experience in document management, project and financial management; Ability to work under pressure and work independently with limited supervision; Knowledge of government policies and processes ; Good interpersonal skills , good communication skills (verbal and writing), presentation skills , planning and organizational skills, conflict management and resolution skills; Research skills and a high level of computer literacy. Willingness to work overtime, as and when required.
Duties:
he successful candidate will be responsible for the following key functions: Provide overall administrative support services to the Office of the Chief Director :Planning ,Coordination and Information Management; Provide financial administrative support to the office of the Chief Director ; Oversee the procurement of goods and services in line with Department policies ; Maintain a document management system for the office; Facilitate logistical arrangements for the Chief Director’s meetings, workshops and conferences ; Prepare presentations, submissions and reports ; Develop and manage a filing system for the office. Assist with the consolidation of the Chief Directorate’s reports; Provide support to other Managers in the Chief Directorate when required; Provide support on the coordination of other Chief Directorate activities.
Note:
Short-listed candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine the suitability of a person for employment.
Enquiries: Mr DEAT Tel: 012 310-3367
Closing Date: 27 Apr 2011

Administrative Manager South Africa Presidents Office Jobs

The Presidency is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability). The candidature of persons whose transfer/appointment will promote representivity will receive preference. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Confirmation of final appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance
Applications must be submitted on a Z83 form (obtainable from any Government institution), accompanied by certified copies of qualifications with proof of academic records, as well as a comprehensive CV and a copy of ID. It is the responsibility of the applicant to have his/her foreign qualification(s) evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Confirmation of final appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance. Due to the high volume of responses anticipated, correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. Failure to submit the requested documents will result in your application not being considered. No faxed or e-mailed applications will be considered.
Candidates for the level 13 & 14 posts above will be subject to competency assessments prior to appointment. On assumption of duty, they will have to enter into performance contract and submit a Financial Disclosure on an annual basis.
Please forward applications, quoting the relevant reference number, to: The Presidency, Private Bag X1000, Pretoria 0001 OR hand-deliver at 535 Proes Street, Pretoria, for the attention of Ms M Makgae.
Closing date: 18 March 2011 @ 16:30                 
       
Branch: Strategy and Operations
Salary: R378 456.00 all-inclusive salary package per annum (level 11)
Pretoria
Requirements: A post – matric qualification and/or extensive relevant experience in administrative support.  Extensive experience in office management.  Minimum of 10 years experience in a high-profile political environment and/or the Public Service.  In-depth knowledge of the functioning of Executive Management offices and the Public Service.  In-depth knowledge of the Government-wide framework, policies, procedures and practices.  Good communication skills, both written and verbal. Good analytical ability.  Strong administrative, organizational, and general office management skills, event/function management skills, as well as any other functions deemed necessary at the time of employment.  Accuracy and attention to detail.  Excellent planning and organizing skills.  Basic research skills.  Basic project management skills.  Ability to deal with confidential information. Financial Management skills with regards to the budget.
Duties: Provide administrative support to the former Principals.  Manage all benefits of former Principals as stipulated in the policy for privileges for former office bearers.  Set up an effective and efficient document management system and manage the flow of correspondence to and from the offices of the former Principals.  Follow up on and monitor the implementation of decisions taken around the former Principals.  Prepare memoranda and reports, when required.  Liaise with the relevant stakeholders for enhanced service.  Attend high-level meetings and record the proceedings of such meetings.  Perform any administrative tasks related to the position and ensure that the filing of documents is in line with the approved filing plan of the Office, as approved by the National Archives.  Manage and develop staff.  Coordinate various projects as assigned by the Deputy Director-General. Management and monitoring of the former Principals’ budget.
Enquiries: Ms R Maponya, tel. (012) 300-5582.

Team Leader: Control Room : SARS Jobs

Reference Number : SEE0039
Job Title : Team Leader: Control Room
Position Reports to : Manager: Regional Physical Security
Division : Enforcement & Risk
Department : Security Department
Location : Free State
Advert Date : 09 March 2011
Job Purpose
 To manage staff within the control room environment
 To provide professional & effective monitoring and administration of Access Control,
CCTV, Fire, Intrusion and various other building management systems and early
warning systems.
 To provide proactive active and effective reporting system to the supervisor
concerning faults & failures of Security Systems and transgressions regarding
Security regulations and other laws.
Duties:
Manage Access control monitoring activities within the control room
 Recognition and positive identification of all persons, particularly employees and
visitors.
 Recognition and positive identification of company passes and identification media.
 Submission of reports concerning access control statistics
 Recording all movement of members and visitors on premises.
 Programming of all relevant data for electronic access control system.
 Printing, evaluation & summarising conclusions in regard with access control
movements when requested by Management personnel of various divisions for
auditing purposes.
 Normal office administration in order to keep relevant access control registers up to
date
 Performing continuous system audits in order to determine faults and failures on
doors/gates & card readers and data entry console.
 Ensuring regular system backups are made and taking responsibility for the storage
thereof.
Ensure that CCTV Monitoring activities are conducted in accordance with procedures
 Entails continuously monitoring camera images with the aim of detecting
crime/attempts thereto and security breaches in real time and monitoring all other
detection and communication systems in order to maintain safety standards.
 Operate all CCTV equipment in control room in a correct and efficient way by
adhering to the developer’s instructions (CCTV equipment is highly technical of
nature).
 Arrange the use of CCTV cameras and screen sequencing to increase the likelihood
of detecting incidents.
 Maintain CCTV, warning systems, communication and control room equipment
through daily inspections to detect failures and faults.
 Monitoring of all early warning systems and communication equipment.
 Follow-up of all outstanding fault/failure/alarm conditions.
 Raising security consciousness.
 Constant direct liaison, co-operation and co-ordination with, and reporting to, the
controlling institutions
 Management of the occurrence book and follow up on all issues logged
Administration:
 Record all administrative tasks, in line with standard operating procedures.
 Maintain accurate records and logs for visitors, incidents, tape handling and shift
hand-over procedures.
 Report writing of incidents that has taken place during the shift.
 Completing all relevant registers with the greatest accuracy and reporting of all staff
related incidents to the Manager: Regional Physical Security.
Management
 Ensure that proper staffing of the control room takes place at all time
 Administer leave
 Initiate disciplinary processes in coordination with the Manager: Regional Physical
Security
Knowledge & Skills:
 2 Years experience and knowledge of technical, theoretical and practical aspects
concerning electronic security equipment and principles.
 Computer literate
 Attention to detail
 Excellent communication skills
 Analytical thinking
 Good administrative skills
 Report writing skills
Education & Experience:
 Grade 12
 Grade A Certificate (Registered with PSIRA)
 Accredited CCTV Surveillance Course
 Accredited Access Control Course
Employment Equity
The Employment Equity policy of SARS will be considered as part of the recruitment and
selection process. For statistical purposes, please indicate your Equity status (race, gender
and disability) on your CV.
Successful candidates will be required to undertake an oath of secrecy, pre-employment
screening and or vetting, and a declaration of private interest. The appointment is also subject
to appropriate reference(s) and security clearance if applicable.
Please complete the online CV template and save it on your computer, email it to
enfrecruitment@sars.gov.za and indicate the reference number and the job title of the
vacancy you are applying for in the subject line

SENIOR MANAGER: FINANCIAL AND OPERATIONAL AUDIT (Reference: S8/3/2011/122) :DEPARTMENT OF RURAL DEVELOPMENT AND LAND REFORM South Africa Jobs

SALARY : R685 200 per annum (Level 13) (All inclusive package to be structured in accordance with the rules for SMS)
CENTRE : DIRECTORATE: FINANCIAL AND OPERATIONAL AUDIT (PRETORIA)
REQUIREMENTS : A relevant degree or equivalent qualification. * Post graduate training in the specialist audit field will be
an advantage. * Preferably 12 years credible and applicable experience (financial management,
financial accounting, auditing), of which a minimum of 6 years should have been in the financial and
operational audit field. * Minimum of 4 years managerial, 2 of which are in senior management. *
Knowledge of the following: The Standards of the Institute of Internal Auditors. * Risk based Financial
and Operational Audit methodologies and procedures. * Written and verbal communication skills. *
Interviewing skills. * Analytical and problem solving ability. * Staff and interpersonal skills. * Project
management skills. * Computer skills. * Business process analysis skills. * Risk and Control
assessment skills.
DUTIES : Establish/improve, develop and manage the financial and operational audit directorate on an ongoing
basis in line with the chief directorate’s methodologies, procedures and operational objectives. *
Compile and oversee the compilation of the 3-year strategic rolling and annual financial and operational
audit plans for approval by the Chief Audit Executive. * Manage the execution of the annual financial
and operational audit plan projects according to the deliverables and timelines defined on the approved
financial and operational audit projects’ planning memorandums. * Manage outsourced and co-sourced
financial and operational audit projects according to the deliverables and timelines defined on the
approved SLA project plans and audit projects’ planning memorandums. * Report on the progress and
deliverables of the financial and operational annual audit plan monthly to the Chief Audit Executive and
prepare the directorate’s quarterly progress report for the audit committee. * Manage the
implementation of management action plans on all financial and operational audit reports by performing
quarterly progress follow-up and manage the execution of follow-up audits on all financial and
operational audit projects within 2 years after completion of the audit project. * Manage human,
logistical and financial resources allocated to the Directorate: Financial and Operational Audit.
NOTE : Appointment is subject to a positive security clearance and the signing of a performance agreement.
Candidates will also be tested by means of case studies as part of the interview process. Verification of
qualifications, criminal record checks and ITC checks will be performed.
CLOSING DATE : 18 March 2011
Please forward your application, quoting the relevant reference number and the name of the
publication in which you saw this advertisement, to: The Department of Rural Development and
Land Reform, Private Bag X833, Pretoria, 0001 or have it delivered to 184 Jacob Mare Street,
corner of Jacob Mare and Paul Kruger streets, Pretoria, for the attention of: Human Resource
Management.
IMPORTANT : The suitable candidate will be selected with the intention of promoting representivity and
achieving affirmative action targets as contemplated in the relevant component’s
Employment Equity Plan.
The Department reserves the right not to appoint any applicant in this position and reserves
the right to conduct pre-employment security screening.
Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Applications must be submitted on form Z 83, obtainable from any Public Service Department and
should be accompanied by a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (previous experience must be comprehensively detailed) and certified copies of qualifications, service certificates and identification
document. Applicants with foreign qualifications must submit a SAQA evaluation report on
the qualification. Non-SA citizens must attach a certified copy of proof of permanent residence in
South Africa. Applicants must also provide the full names, addresses and telephone numbers of at
least three referees. Failure to submit the requested documents may result in your application not
being considered (Applications lacking evidence of relevant experience will not be considered). If
you apply for more than one post in the Department, please submit separate application forms for
each post. Applicants will be expected to be available for selection interviews at a time, date and
place as determined by the Department. If you have not been contacted for an interview within
three months of the closing date, please note that your application was not successful.
Correspondents will be entered into with short-listed candidates only.
Applications will not be considered after the closing date

Assistant Director: Research and Strategy

Salary: Salary range R206 982 to R250 035 per annum (the State’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund, a medical fund and Housing Allowance. The successful candidate must enter into a performance agreement) (Level 9)
(Ref. SOP/07/11)
Pretoria
Requirements: l A three-year degree in Social Science, Law or Research Methods l Research experience is essential l Research background and work in a policy environment l Good report-writing skills l A good understanding of the policing environment l Computer competency (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, spreadsheets and PowerPoint) l A valid driver’s licence. Applicants will be subject to undergo security clearance.
Duties: l Enhance updating of the Resource Centre through updating latest trends and information l Liaise with internal Directorates on their information needs l Catalogue the reports and documents of the Resource Centre l Compare provincial best practice policing and crime prevention models l Collect and summarise and archive provincial research reports l Assist in compiling information for the Resource Centre l Support the editing of the newsletter l Assist in research conducted by the Resource Centre l Provide summaries of collected research reports
l Assist in working with civil society to document best practice of community crime prevention models l Enforce sound document management principles l Support the Deputy Director in the performance of his/her functions l Create mechanisms and structure for sharing of knowledge in the organisation l Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Enquiries: Ms L Raseroka, tel. (012) 393-1916/1873.
General: Directions to applicants: l Applications must be submitted on the prescribed application form Z.83 (ie application for employment form), obtainable from any Public Service Department or any recruitment office within the South African Police Service l The post particulars and reference number of the post must be correctly specified on the application form l All applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of all education qualifications and supporting documents, such as Identity Documents, driver’s licence, etc
l Persons who retired from the Public Service by taking packages, early retirement or for medical reasons, as well as persons with previous convictions, are excluded l Applications must be mailed timeously l Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date and no late applications will be accepted l Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be considered l All instructions on the application must be adhered to l Failure to comply with this requirement will result in the candidate being disqualified l Applicants applying for more than post must submit a separate form Z83 l If a candidate is short-listed, it can be expected from him/her to undergo a personal interview, competency assessment and present presentation l Short-listed candidates will be subject to a security clearance up to the level of top secret l Short-listed candidates will have to submit two sets of fingerprints as well as a thoroughly completed Z204 form or proof of existing security clearance to the Secretary of Police and the selection committee l The closing date is 2011-02-20 l Correspondence will be conducted with successful candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful l Appointments will be made in terms of the Public Service Act 1994 (Act No 104 of 1994) l The Secretariat for Police is an equal opportunity, affirmative action and gender sensitive employer and it is the intention to promote representivity in the Public Service through the filling of these posts l The Secretariat for Police is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity employment l All applications must quote the relevant reference number and the name of the publication in which the advertisement was placed l The Department reserves the right not to fill the above-mentioned posts
Applications can be hand-delivered at the Offices of the Secretariat of Police, 7th Floor, Van Erkom Buildings, 217 Pretorius Street, Pretoria at Reception or can be posted to Private Bag X922, Pretoria 0001, for the attention of Mrs Letty Raseroka.

Assistant Director: Policy Development Vacancy in South Africa

Salary: Salary range R206 982 to R250 035 per annum (the State’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund, a medical fund and Housing Allowance. The successful candidate must enter into a performance agreement) (Level 9)
(Ref. SOP/06/11)
Pretoria
Requirements: l A three-year degree in Social Science or Law l Research experience is essential l A research background and work in policy development environment will be advantageous
l Good report-writing skills are essential l A good understanding of the policing environment is essential l Computer competency (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, spreadsheets and PowerPoint)
l A valid driver’s licence. Applicants will be subject to a security clearance process.
Duties: l Assist in the process of policy development through participation in proactive activities in planned projects of the Chief Directorate: Policy and Research as a support function l Conduct desktop analysis to determine gaps in current policing policy, legislation and related regulations
l Conduct an environmental scan to obtain policy information in the local and international policing environment for the benefit of the Chief Directorate l Work with various networks and relevant Government Clusters to ensure that the organisation’s implementation of policy is consistent with good practices and policies l Assist the Deputy Director in establishing and maintaining policy information networks and database l Perform any other duties directed by the supervisor.
Enquiries: Ms L Raseroka, tel. (012) 393-1916/1873.
General: Directions to applicants: l Applications must be submitted on the prescribed application form Z.83 (ie application for employment form), obtainable from any Public Service Department or any recruitment office within the South African Police Service l The post particulars and reference number of the post must be correctly specified on the application form l All applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of all education qualifications and supporting documents, such as Identity Documents, driver’s licence, etc
l Persons who retired from the Public Service by taking packages, early retirement or for medical reasons, as well as persons with previous convictions, are excluded l Applications must be mailed timeously l Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date and no late applications will be accepted l Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be considered l All instructions on the application must be adhered to l Failure to comply with this requirement will result in the candidate being disqualified l Applicants applying for more than post must submit a separate form Z83 l If a candidate is short-listed, it can be expected from him/her to undergo a personal interview, competency assessment and present presentation l Short-listed candidates will be subject to a security clearance up to the level of top secret l Short-listed candidates will have to submit two sets of fingerprints as well as a thoroughly completed Z204 form or proof of existing security clearance to the Secretary of Police and the selection committee l The closing date is 2011-02-20 l Correspondence will be conducted with successful candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful l Appointments will be made in terms of the Public Service Act 1994 (Act No 104 of 1994) l The Secretariat for Police is an equal opportunity, affirmative action and gender sensitive employer and it is the intention to promote representivity in the Public Service through the filling of these posts l The Secretariat for Police is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity employment l All applications must quote the relevant reference number and the name of the publication in which the advertisement was placed l The Department reserves the right not to fill the above-mentioned posts
Applications can be hand-delivered at the Offices of the Secretariat of Police, 7th Floor, Van Erkom Buildings, 217 Pretorius Street, Pretoria at Reception or can be posted to Private Bag X922, Pretoria 0001, for the attention of Mrs Letty Raseroka.

Assistant Director: Research

Salary: Salary range R206 982 to R250 035 per annum (the State’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund, a medical fund and Housing Allowance. The successful candidate must enter into a performance agreement) (Level 9)
(Ref. SOP/05/11)
Pretoria
Requirements: l A three-year degree in Social Science, Law or Research Methods l Research experience is essential l Research background and work in a policy environment l Good report-writing skills l A good understanding of the policing environment l Computer competency (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, spreadsheets and PowerPoint) l A valid driver’s licence. Applicants will be subject to undergo security clearance.
Duties: l Conduct primary research for all policing policy projects in the Secretariat l Support the policing research network with academics, reference group members and civil society l Write and collate research reports, policy briefs and analyse data l Monitor the crime stats for trends, policy gaps and new developments l Analyse research data and report on new trends in the policing practice and crime statistics l Perform any other duties directed by the Deputy Director.
Enquiries: Ms L Raseroka, tel. (012) 393-1916/1873.
General: Directions to applicants: l Applications must be submitted on the prescribed application form Z.83 (ie application for employment form), obtainable from any Public Service Department or any recruitment office within the South African Police Service l The post particulars and reference number of the post must be correctly specified on the application form l All applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of all education qualifications and supporting documents, such as Identity Documents, driver’s licence, etc
l Persons who retired from the Public Service by taking packages, early retirement or for medical reasons, as well as persons with previous convictions, are excluded l Applications must be mailed timeously l Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date and no late applications will be accepted l Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be considered l All instructions on the application must be adhered to l Failure to comply with this requirement will result in the candidate being disqualified l Applicants applying for more than post must submit a separate form Z83 l If a candidate is short-listed, it can be expected from him/her to undergo a personal interview, competency assessment and present presentation l Short-listed candidates will be subject to a security clearance up to the level of top secret l Short-listed candidates will have to submit two sets of fingerprints as well as a thoroughly completed Z204 form or proof of existing security clearance to the Secretary of Police and the selection committee l The closing date is 2011-02-20 l Correspondence will be conducted with successful candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful l Appointments will be made in terms of the Public Service Act 1994 (Act No 104 of 1994) l The Secretariat for Police is an equal opportunity, affirmative action and gender sensitive employer and it is the intention to promote representivity in the Public Service through the filling of these posts l The Secretariat for Police is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity employment l All applications must quote the relevant reference number and the name of the publication in which the advertisement was placed l The Department reserves the right not to fill the above-mentioned posts
Applications can be hand-delivered at the Offices of the Secretariat of Police, 7th Floor, Van Erkom Buildings, 217 Pretorius Street, Pretoria at Reception or can be posted to Private Bag X922, Pretoria 0001, for the attention of Mrs Letty Raseroka.

Director: Research and Strategy Jobs in South Africa

Policy and Research
Salary: All-inclusive remuneration package (Level 13) (Ref. SOP/04/11)
Pretoria
Requirements: l A three-year Bachelor’s degree in Law, Social Sciences, Criminology or Research Methodology. A postgraduate degree will be an advantage l A demonstrated knowledge of policing research and must have established research networks l A very good understanding of policing practices, and policy development research and strategy development processes l The ability to have wide networks in the policing or security establishment l A demonstrated research publication record and an ability to write research reports and publications l More than five years’ appropriate research and policy management experience l A demonstrated knowledge of Government procurement processes and the PFMA l A valid driver’s licence. Applicants will be subject to undergo security clearance.
Duties: l Manage and co-ordinate all research processes internally in the Secretariat and in SAPS l Provide evidence-based research to the Chief Director and Secretary of Police l Initiate research processes in partnership with SAPS to examine the processes of policing l Design and manage policy development and research process in collaboration with external stakeholders l Keep abreast of international best practice in terms of relevant and updated methodologies and research instruments l Partner with external research organisations to promote the research profile of the Secretariat l Conduct research, analyse findings, provide recommendations and report on policing policy and practice l Ensure that policing strategy and operation are aligned to policy in liaison with the Monitoring and Evaluation Unit.
Enquiries: Ms L Raseroka, tel. (012) 393-1916/1873.
General: Directions to applicants: l Applications must be submitted on the prescribed application form Z.83 (ie application for employment form), obtainable from any Public Service Department or any recruitment office within the South African Police Service l The post particulars and reference number of the post must be correctly specified on the application form l All applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of all education qualifications and supporting documents, such as Identity Documents, driver’s licence, etc
l Persons who retired from the Public Service by taking packages, early retirement or for medical reasons, as well as persons with previous convictions, are excluded l Applications must be mailed timeously l Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date and no late applications will be accepted l Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be considered l All instructions on the application must be adhered to l Failure to comply with this requirement will result in the candidate being disqualified l Applicants applying for more than post must submit a separate form Z83 l If a candidate is short-listed, it can be expected from him/her to undergo a personal interview, competency assessment and present presentation l Short-listed candidates will be subject to a security clearance up to the level of top secret l Short-listed candidates will have to submit two sets of fingerprints as well as a thoroughly completed Z204 form or proof of existing security clearance to the Secretary of Police and the selection committee l The closing date is 2011-02-20 l Correspondence will be conducted with successful candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful l Appointments will be made in terms of the Public Service Act 1994 (Act No 104 of 1994) l The Secretariat for Police is an equal opportunity, affirmative action and gender sensitive employer and it is the intention to promote representivity in the Public Service through the filling of these posts l The Secretariat for Police is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity employment l All applications must quote the relevant reference number and the name of the publication in which the advertisement was placed l The Department reserves the right not to fill the above-mentioned posts
Applications can be hand-delivered at the Offices of the Secretariat of Police, 7th Floor, Van Erkom Buildings, 217 Pretorius Street, Pretoria at Reception or can be posted to Private Bag X922, Pretoria 0001, for the attention of Mrs Letty Raseroka.

Chief Director: Monitoring and Evaluation

(Five-year contract)
Salary: All-inclusive remuneration package (Level 14) (Ref. SOP/03/11)
Pretoria
Requirements: l A Bachelor’s or degree or equivalent qualification (a postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage) l A broad knowledge and understanding of the Criminal Justice System and the relevant policy environment l At least five years’ executive management and project management experience l At least five years’ experience in personnel and resource management l Extensive experience in a monitoring and evaluation role in the public sector
l Leadership skills l The ability to analyse and compile reports l A multi-functional orientation
l Sound financial and personnel management skills l Service delivery innovation l Problem-solving and decision-making skills l A commitment to cultivating a high-performance culture and maintaining a transformation propensity l Sound analytical skills and specialist functional expertise l Good verbal and written communication skills l High-level proficiency in relevant computer applications l A valid driver’s licence l Computer competency (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, spreadsheets and PowerPoint). Applicants will be subject to a security clearance process.
Duties: l Monitor and evaluate the performance of the South African Police Service against policy and mandated directives, report on findings and provide recommendations l Develop an annual strategic plan for the Monitoring and Evaluation Unit of the Secretariat l Develop tools and methodologies to support the Monitoring and Evaluation projects l Provide reports on SAPS compliance with policy, its impact on service delivery and its resource management l Develop budgets and manage finance of the Monitoring and Evaluation programmes with Provincial Secretariats l Perform any other duties as may assigned by the Secretary for Police.
Enquiries: Ms L Raseroka, tel. (012) 393-1916/1873.
General: Directions to applicants: l Applications must be submitted on the prescribed application form Z.83 (ie application for employment form), obtainable from any Public Service Department or any recruitment office within the South African Police Service l The post particulars and reference number of the post must be correctly specified on the application form l All applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of all education qualifications and supporting documents, such as Identity Documents, driver’s licence, etc
l Persons who retired from the Public Service by taking packages, early retirement or for medical reasons, as well as persons with previous convictions, are excluded l Applications must be mailed timeously l Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date and no late applications will be accepted l Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be considered l All instructions on the application must be adhered to l Failure to comply with this requirement will result in the candidate being disqualified l Applicants applying for more than post must submit a separate form Z83 l If a candidate is short-listed, it can be expected from him/her to undergo a personal interview, competency assessment and present presentation l Short-listed candidates will be subject to a security clearance up to the level of top secret l Short-listed candidates will have to submit two sets of fingerprints as well as a thoroughly completed Z204 form or proof of existing security clearance to the Secretary of Police and the selection committee l The closing date is 2011-02-20 l Correspondence will be conducted with successful candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful l Appointments will be made in terms of the Public Service Act 1994 (Act No 104 of 1994) l The Secretariat for Police is an equal opportunity, affirmative action and gender sensitive employer and it is the intention to promote representivity in the Public Service through the filling of these posts l The Secretariat for Police is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity employment l All applications must quote the relevant reference number and the name of the publication in which the advertisement was placed l The Department reserves the right not to fill the above-mentioned posts
Applications can be hand-delivered at the Offices of the Secretariat of Police, 7th Floor, Van Erkom Buildings, 217 Pretorius Street, Pretoria at Reception or can be posted to Private Bag X922, Pretoria 0001, for the attention of Mrs Letty Raseroka.

Director: Environmental Economics

S031/2011
Salary from: R685,200.00 (All inclusive remuneration)
Pretoria
Expertise: Ability to conduct and manage research and analysis of factors relating to climate change as well as advice on the socio-economic impacts of various regulations aimed at protecting the environment. It is expected that the incumbent would be capable of integrating environmental economics into mainstream economic analysis.
Key activities and deliverables: Plan, coordinate and supervise work of specified directorates in economic policy. Conduct analyses on relevant areas of microeconomics and environmental economics. Draft and manage inputs into the Annual Budget Review and Medium Term Budget Policy Statement in respect of economic policy. Monitor sector performance and conduct sectoral forecasts. Brief stakeholders on economic developments. Develop and maintain a suite of databases on key microeconomic indicators and contribute to enhanced understanding of economic linkages in general.
To be considered, you must have:
• A post graduate degree in Economics/ Econometrics or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years relevant management and/or relevant economic policy analysis
• Must have sound understanding of applied microeconomics / environmental economics.
• Must have superior research, analysis and report writing skills, with the ability to interpret economic policy outcomes and ability to situate these in the broader economic environment.
• Must have experience with performance and/or project management.