Deputy Director: Branch Coordinator: National Disaster Management Centre

Department: Department of Cooperative Governance Centre: Pretoria Salary: R932 292 per annum (Level 11) Reference: DD/BC/NDMC-01 DUTIES The successful candidate will perform the following duties: Quality assurance, assess and monitor Branch compliance on the content of incoming and outgoing submissions and correspondence. Consolidate Branch inputs for the departmental strategic plan, annual performance plan, Operational Plan, Risk Register and monitor/track branch performance. Coordinate the Cabinet, Parliamentary, Risk and Audit matters related to the Branch. Coordinate budget and monitor expenditure of the Branch. Prepare Branch performance reports for Executive Management Committee (EXCO), Ministerial Executive Committee (MINEXCO), Quarterly Review Meeting (QRM), Joint Branch Management Committee (JBMANCO) and provide secretariat services to Branch meetings. ENQUIRIES Ms EJ van Wyk at 064 850 8845 HOW TO APPLY Applications must be submitted electronically via email to: [email protected] For application enquiries contact: To the T Recruitment Tel No: (010) 102 3607 12 NOTE Applicants are advised that a new application for employment (Z83) has been in effect since 1 January 2021. The new application for employment form can be downloaded at http://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp. Applications submitted using the old Z83 form will not be accepted. Applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV, with specific starting and ending dates in all relevant positions and clarity on the levels and ranks pertaining to experience, as well as current remuneration package, as well as at least 2 contactable references. A recommended CV template is available on the department’s website on www.cogta.gov.za, click on the jobs tab. Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified documents/ copies on or before the interviews. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Incomplete applications or applications received after the closing date will not be considered. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. All shortlisted candidates for SMS position will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessment to assess cognitive capability, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. Core competencies: Strategic capacity and leadership. People management and empowerment. Advanced programme and project management. Change management. Financial management. Process Competencies: Knowledge management. Service Delivery Innovation. Advanced problem-solving and analysis. Client orientation and customer focus. Advanced communication skills (written and verbal). The successful candidate will be appointed to positive results of a pre-employment screening process which includes criminal, credit, citizenship checks and verification of educational qualification certificates. The successful candidate will be appointed to probation for a period of 12 months and will be required to sign a performance agreement. It is important to note that it is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that all information and attachments in support of the application are submitted by the due date. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three months of the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. The Department reserves the right to make an appointment. The requirements for appointment at Senior Management Service level include the successful completion of Senior Management Pre-entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government, which can be accessed using the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Candidates must provide proof of successful completion of the course prior to appointment. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. MANAGEMENT ECHELON Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 37 of 2026. Apply exactly as the department instructs (Z83 form and CV); Insly does not forward applications for public service posts.

A 3-Year National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration or equivalent qualification at NQF level 6/7 as recognised by SAQA. 3-5 years’ experience in a related field. Proficient in Microsoft Office packages (MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Teams, MS Excel and Outlook, etc.). Generic Competencies: Planning and Organising, Coordination, Problem Solving & Decision Making, Project Management, People Management & Empowerment, Client Orientation & Customer Focus, Team Leadership, Diversity Management, Communication (Verbal & Written). Technical Competencies: In- depth knowledge of: Executive Office Management. Advanced computer proficiency. Coordination and consolidation of documents.