DPSA Arts and Culture Department Circular 15 February 2024

APPLICATIONS

:

Please forward your application, quoting the relevant reference number and

the number and the name of this publication to: The Director: Human Resource

Management, Department of Arts and Culture, Private Bag X897, Pretoria,

0001. Applications can also be hand delivered to the Department of Arts and

Culture, Sechaba House (previously known as VWL Building), 202 Madiba

Street, cnr Madiba and Paul Kruger Streets, Pretoria

CLOSING DATE

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01 March 2024, 16:00

NOTE

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Applications are hereby invited from suitably and qualified person to apply for

the following post(s). Applications must be submitted on Form Z83, obtainable

from any Government department or online at www.gov.za. All sections of the

Z83 must be completed and signed and the application form should be

accompanied by a comprehensive CV (including two recent and contactable

referees) and Original Certified Copies of the applicant’s ID and educational

qualifications. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications

evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) prior to the

selection process. Applicants applying for more than one post must submit a

separate form Z83 (as well as the documentation mentioned above) in respect

of each post being applied for. If an applicant wishes to withdraw an application

it must be done in writing. Failure to submit the required documentation will

automatically disqualify applications. No faxes or e-mails will be accepted. The

Department reserves the right not to fill the above-mentioned post(s). The

successful candidate will be required to enter into an employment contract and

sign an annual performance agreement. All short-listed candidates will be

subjected to personnel suitability checks and the successful candidate will

have to undergo full security vetting. All applicants are required to disclose

memberships of boards and directorships that they may be associated with.

The successful candidate will have to annually disclose his/her financial

interests. Identified candidate(s) for the SMS will be subjected to a

Government specific competency assessment as well as a technical practical

exercise as part of the selection process.

MANAGEMENT ECHELON

POST 06/01

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CHIEF DIRECTOR: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT REF NO:

1/DAC/2024

Branch: Corporate Services

SALARY

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R1 189 338 per annum (An all-inclusive remuneration package), consisting of

a basic salary (70% of the total remuneration package), State’s contribution to

the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of basic salary) and a flexible

portion that may be structured in terms of applicable rules and guidelines. The

position is based in Pretoria. Women are encouraged to apply.

CENTRE

:

Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS

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Applicants must be in possession of an NQF 7 as recognized by SAQA in the

field of Human Resource Management or related area, A post graduate

qualification will be an added advantage, 5 years proven experience in a senior

managerial position in Human Resource Management, preferably in Public

Service, Knowledge of the following functional fields is critical: In-depth

understanding of dynamics of the Public Service, Government Systems and

Operations, good understanding of the PFMA, good understanding of the

Public Service Human Resource Regulatory Framework, ability to work in

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cross / functional projects / teams, excellent co-ordination and project

management skills, good understanding of Government policies and initiatives

and the role of information in government decision-making, Demonstrated

strategic and operational management ability and experience, experience in

leading and managing transformation, change and diversity.

DUTIES

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As the Head of the Human Resource Management Chief Directorate, the

incumbent of this position will be responsible for providing overall strategic

management and leadership in respect of the Human Resource Management

and Auxiliary Services functions, to develop and implement a people strategy

and implementation plan, to facilitate the development and maintenance of an

organizational structure that is in line with and supporting the strategic

objectives of the department, to build capacity through Human Resource

Development and Performance Management. to maintain an appropriate

labour relations environment and maintain and develop relationships with

organised labour and other key role-players, to ensure a workforce that is

equitably represented at all levels and to ensure compliance with the

Employment Equity Act, to facilitate processes for ensuring that the

Department has adequate human resource capacity, to promote employee

health and wellness in the department, to ensure a strategic HR planning and

policy framework that supports the objectives of the department, to ensure a

conducive and safe work environment including security management

services, occupational health and safety and other key auxiliary services (i.e.

central registry services, government transport, travel, building maintenance

office cleaning services), to ensure the provision of HR support services in line

with business requirements and departmental strategy.

ENQUIRIES

:

Ms S Botha Tel No: 012 441 3646

POST 06/02

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DIRECTOR: FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATION REF NO: 2/DAC/2024

Office of the Chief Financial Officer

SALARY

:

R1 005 063 per annum (An all-inclusive remuneration salary package),

consisting of a basic salary (70% of the total remuneration package), State’s

contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of basic

salary) and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of applicable rules

and guidelines. The position is based in Pretoria. This is a re-advertisement.

Applicant who previously applied are encouraged to still apply for the post.

CENTRE

:

Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS

:

The applicants must be in possession of a (NQF Level 7) qualification as

recognized by SAQA in the field of Financial Management or equivalent

qualification. 5 years of experience at middle/senior managerial level,

preferably in the Public Service. Knowledge of policies such as PFMA,

Traveling, debt recovering Policy, Petty Cash, Suspense Accounts Policy,

Salary Advance Policy, Dona funding Policy, Band ad Cash Management

policy) Adequate experience in financial administration, bookkeeping and

reporting. Strategic and leadership capabilities. Management and leadership

skills, computer skills, problem solving skills, good communication and

interpersonal relations, strategic planning, stakeholder relations, numeracy

and entire controls.

DUTIES

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The successful candidate’s responsibility will be to manage and provide

effective and efficient financial services to the Department. Establishment of a

system of internal control to mitigate risks, including the segregation of duties.

To provide effective and efficient financial administration services to the

Department and ensure that all financial transaction is accounted for

accurately and timely during specific financial year. Conducting regular

reviews of existing fees, tariffs etc. relating to revenue accruing to the relevant

revenue fund. Compile interim and annual financial statement. Ensuring that

the Department monthly expenditure is in accordance with cash flow

projections Establishment age analysis reports and effective processes to

collect outstanding debts. Establishment age analysis reports and effective

processes to settle liabilities within 30 days. Ensure the implementation of

PFMA treasury regulation and compliance thereof. Liaise with stakeholders,

External and Internal auditors.

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ENQUIRIES

:

Ms N Ngcama Tel No: 012 441 3430

OTHER POST

POST 06/03

:

AUDIT COMMITTEE MEMBER (X1 POST)

SALARY

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Remuneration will be in line with the requirement of the Treasury Regulation –

TR 20.2.3. Terms of Office: Three (3) years

CENTRE

:

Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS

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Applicants must be in possession of an appropriate NQF 8 qualification (a

higher qualification will be an added advantage) in any of the following fields:

Information Technology/ Legal/ Social Sciences/ Risk Management/

Accounting and Auditing. Applicants should have more than ten (10) years’

management experience. Preference will be given to applicants who are

Chartered Accountants with strong ICT knowledge and skills. Expertise gained

from either or a combination of the following fields, preferably in the public

sector: Internal and External Audit. Accounting. Risk Management. Financial

Management. Information Technology. Knowledge of Information Technology

Governance. Legal and compliance. Project Management. Excellent

communication skills (verbal and written). Extensive leadership and

experience in serving on an audit committee, but not a political office bearer.

Preference will be given to applicants who are serving as professionals in other

Government departments, public entities, private sector institutions, academic

institutions or a retired professional. Applicants may not be in the employment

of the department, and must have no business or personal relationships with

the Department. Knowledge of the Arts and Culture sector will serve as an

advantage. Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act and its

Treasury Regulations, and other relevant legislations / policies / governance

best practices. Successful candidates will be required to enter into a contract

with the Department.

DUTIES

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The Audit Committee will carry out its responsibilities as legislated by the

Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations, and operate

according to its approved charter. The roles and responsibilities of the Audit

Committee are clearly defined in the approved charter: The Audit Committee

will fulfil its oversight responsibilities to ensure that the Department maintains

effective, efficient and transparent systems of financial, risk management,

governance and internal control. The committee will amongst others, review

the effectiveness of the Internal Audit activity and provide direction, review the

work of external auditors, the Department’s financial statements, and monitor

compliance with legislation. Assist the Accounting Officer in the effective

execution of his / her responsibilities by reporting and making

recommendations to the Accounting Officer.

ENQUIRIES

:

Ms N Ngcama Tel No: 012 441 3430