Deputy Director: Corporate Support Services

Branch: Water And Sanitation Services Management: FS Cd: Provincial Operations: Free State Department: Department of Water and Sanitation Centre: Bloemfontein Salary: R1 101 468 per annum (Level 12), (all-inclusive salary package) Reference: 301026/08 DUTIES Oversee the corporate support services functions such as HR Management, Information Technology, Communication, Auxiliary Services, Employee Health and Wellness, Occupational Health and Safety, Safety and Security, and Labour Relations. Lead the development and implementation of Corporate Support Services Operational Plan. Compile and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual reports (finance, performance, and risk) for the component. Manage budget and procurement processes of the component. Support the 81 Provincial Head on the event, information and business continuity management for the Free State. Analyse policies and recommend necessary amendments. Management of audit process for the component. Ensure implementation of policies in various disciplines within the component and compliance thereof. Ensure that Corporate Services forms business partnership with line management. Manage and supervise human resources. ENQUIRIES Dr T Ntili Tel No: (051) 405 9000 HOW TO APPLY All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/ NOTE Interested applicants must submit their applications via the online link https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za Other related documentation such as copies of qualifications, identity document, driver’s license etc need not to accompany the application when applying for a post as such documentation must only be produced by shortlisted candidates during the interview date in line with DPSA circular 19 of 2022. With reference to applicants bearing professional or occupational registration, fields provided in Part B on the online Z83 must be completed as these fields are regarded as compulsory. Failure to complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the applicant. No late applications will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to suitability checks (SAQA verification, reference checks criminal and credit checks). SAQA evaluation certificate must accompany foreign qualifications (only when shortlisted). Applications that do not comply with the above- mentioned requirements will not be considered. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts 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 assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity and a pre-entry certificate obtained from the National School of government is required prior to the appointment. 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. Candidates will be required to complete a financial disclosure form and undergo security clearance. Foreigners or dual citizenship holders must provide a police clearance certificate from country of origin (only when shortlisted). The Department of Water Sanitation is an equal opportunity employer. In the filling of vacant posts, the objectives of section 195 (1) (i) of the Constitution of South Africa, 1996 (Act No: 108 of 1996) the Employment Equity imperatives as defined by the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act No: 55 of 1998) and relevant Human Resources policies of the Department will be taken into consideration. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you do not hear from us within three (3) months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. Faxed applications will not be considered. The department reserves the right not to fill these positions. Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference will be given to the EE Targets. 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 relevant NQF level 7 qualification in Public Administration/Public Management/Human Resource Management/Industrial Psychology. Five (5) years management experience in corporate support environment at Assistant Director level. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Competencies: Knowledge of policy development and implementation. Knowledge of Administration processes. Knowledge of human Resource Management. Knowledge of Communication and Information Technology. Knowledge of HR information. Disciplinary knowledge of HR information. Understanding of government legislation. Financial management and knowledge of PFMA. Knowledge of techniques and procedures for the planning and execution of operations. Programme and project management. Problem solving and analysis. People and diversity management. Client orientation and customer focus. Good Communication skills. Accountability and ethical conduct. Knowledge of analytical procedures.