Deputy Director: Office Support

Branch: Water And Sanitation Services Management: NW Cd: Provincial Operations Northwest Department: Department of Water and Sanitation Centre: Mmabatho Salary: R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package) Reference: 301026/13 DUTIES Coordinate, consolidate and report on planning matters within the office of the Provincial Head. Coordinate and consolidate inputs for strategic and annual performance plans and related reporting requirements. Manage and coordinate queries correspondence and submissions within the office. Coordinate matters relating to portfolio Committees, referrals, audit findings, parliamentary queries, risk management and other governance matters relevant to provincial operations and ensure adherence to prescribed timelines and deadlines. Ensure effective records and document management within the office. Develop, maintain and improve administrative and management support systems that contribute towards the efficiency and effectiveness of the office of the Provincial Head. Provide executive, strategic coordination and administrative management support to the Provincial Head. Represent the Provincial Head at ate meetings, workshops and other engagements, where appropriately delegated. Coordinate and record key decisions and resolutions, communicate these to relevant role players and monitor and follow up on progress regarding implementation. Prepare and consolidate briefing notes, reports, presentations, submissions and other management information required to adequately support and prepare the Provincial Head for meeting, oversight engagements and other executive responsibilities. Provide financial administrative support to the office, including determining and consolidating information regarding budgetary requirements and monitoring relevant expenditure matters. Coordinate and support human resource administrative matters relevant to the office and Provincial Operations, within applicable delegations and prescripts. ENQUIRIES Mr L Mditshane Tel No: (018) 387 9502 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 in qualification in Public / Business Administration / Management. Five (5) years management experience in Administration environment. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Knowledge and understanding of applicable public service policies and strategies. Understanding of administration processes. Disciplinary knowledge of HR information. Understanding of government legislations. Knowledge of financial management and PFMA. Knowledge of techniques and procedures for the planning and execution of operations. Understanding of programme and project management. Good interpersonal skills and analytical procedures. Problem solving and analysis. People and diversity management. Client 84 orientation and customer focus. Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written). Accountability and ethical conduct.