GENERAL MANAGER: CORPORATE SERVICES REF NO: GPW22/16
Job Purpose: To ensure overall management and control of the Branch: Corporate
Services by rendering an effective Human Resources function, providing effective
Information Communication Technology service, rendering of Strategic Support and
Marketing and Communication Services, providing of effective Security and Facility
Management Service and provision of Legal Services.
SALARY : R1 544 415 per annum, (Level 15), (an all-inclusive salary package) structured as
follows: Basic salary – 70% of package; State contribution to the Government Employee
Pension Fund – (13% of basic salary). The remaining flexible portion may be structured
in terms of the applicable remuneration rules
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : Relevant Human Resources/ Industrial Relations/ Commerce/ Public Administration/
Public Management/ Business Management at NQF 7 qualification as recognized by
SAQA and a post graduate NQF level 8 qualification. 8 – 10 years’ experience in
Corporate Services environment at a senior management level. Understanding of all
relevant human resources legislative framework, regulations and prescripts.
Understanding of PFMA and Treasury Regulations. Understanding of good Corporate
Governance Principles. Experience in Budget preparation and control. Key
Competencies: Strategic capability and leadership, including strategic planning and
management, Performance optimization innovation, Client orientation and customer
focus, People management and empowerment, Programme and project management,
Knowledge and information management, Problem solving and analysis, Policy analysis
and development, Dealing with pressure and setbacks.
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the Chief Executive Officer.
Provide strategic direction and ensure the strategic positioning of the branch Corporate
Services: ensure the effective development of Corporate Services Strategies and plans
and objectives in line with the strategies and objectives. Oversee the performance of the
Corporate Services Branch. Oversee the management and development of strategies
to improve the services delivery. Oversee and ensure provision of strategic leadership
and expert advice on the interpretation and implementation of legislation and regulations
relating to Corporate Services. Ensure effective definition of the performance measures
in order to evaluate the success of the branch strategic objectives. Lead and ensure the
design and implementation of high level operational plans with relevant Chief
Directorates and track national progress. Liaise with Accounting Officer on matters that
have strategic and financial implications. Oversee the establishment of partnership with
all GPW branches, internal and external stakeholders and other spheres of government
in relation to Corporate Services strategic matters. Oversee the practice of good
corporate governance and compliance pertaining to financial policies, legislation and
regulation. Manage compliance with legislation, regulations, GPW policies and
procedures. Oversee compliance with all audits requirement. Identify and monitor
financial risks in relation to projects and programmes. Ensure the development of quality
and risk management frameworks, standards and practices with Chief Directors. Draft
reports that are required by Minister and CEO. Ensure the implementation of national
norms and standards where applicable. Ensure adherence and implementation of
statutory prescripts and code of conducts for Public Service. Manage resources
(Human, Financial and Physical) within the units: Report on the performance of the
Branch against operational plan, business requirements and targets. Develop and
implement work plans for the Branch and ensure effective prioritization and resource
planning. Agree on training and development needs of the Branch. Provide information
relative to the identification and development of objectives, goals and strategy relative
to individual functional area. Implement effective talent management processes within
the Branch (attraction, retention and development). Manage the implementation of
compliant and performance management system. Ensure that employees are equipped
with required skills and resources to perform optimally. Manage the financial resources
of programmes, asset management and projects in accordance with PFMA and Supply
Chain Procurement Framework. Ensure effective promotion and practice of good
corporate governance and compliance pertaining to financial policies, legislation and
regulation: Ensure good governance within the Branch in line with KING report and other
related legislation. Ensure effective management of compliance with legislation,
regulation, GPW policies and procedures within the Branch. Ensure compliance with all
audits requirements within the Branch. Represent the Branch and GPW at strategic
management and other government forums. Ensure the development of quality and risk
management frameworks, standard and practices with Chief Directors. Draft or delegate
and submit reports that are required or delegated by Ministry, CEO or other Branches.
ENQUIRIES : Ms. MM Modise Tel No: (012) 748 6239
is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. It is intended to promote
representivity through the filling of these posts. The candidature of persons whose
appointment/transfer/promotion will promote representivity will receive preference.
APPLICATIONS : All applications must be forwarded to: The Branch: Human Resources, Government
Printing Works, 149 Bosman Street, Pretoria or Private Bag X85, Pretoria, 0001
FOR ATTENTION : Ms. L Pale / Ms. V Maja, Human Resources Tel No: 012 764 3976 /012 764 3912
CLOSING DATE : 01 August 2022 (16:00 noon)
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed form Z83 (NB. The new application
for employment form can be downloaded at www.dpsa.gov.za-vacancies, the old
prescribed application for employment form Z83 was withdrawn with effect from 31
December 2020) and must be completed in full with page 2 duly signed (failure to do so
will result in your application not being considered), and clear indication of the reference
number on the Z83. The application must include only completed and signed new Form
Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za,
and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Certified copies of Identity Document, Senior Certificate
and the highest required qualification as well as a driver’s license where necessary, will
only be submitted by shortlisted candidates to HR on or before the day of the interview
date. It is the responsibility of applicants in possession of foreign qualifications to submit
evaluated results by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). It is the
responsibility of applicants in possession of foreign qualifications to submit evaluated
results by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA), The Government Printing
Works reserves the right to fill or not fill its advertised posts. General information:
Shortlisted candidates must be available for interviews, which might be virtual at a date
and time determined by the Government Printing Works. Applicants applying for SMS
posts are required to successfully complete the Certificate for entry into the SMS and
full details can be sourced by following the link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/trainingcourse/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Applicants are expected to pay for the course and
may enroll for it at a cost of R265.00. The duration of the course is 120 hours. Shortlisted
candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise, which might be virtual
that intends to test relevant technical elements of the jobs by the Government Printing
Works. Following the interview and the technical exercise, the Selection panel will
recommend candidates to attend a generic management competency assessment (in
compliance with the DPSA Directive on the Implementation of Competency-based
assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial
competencies, using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools.
Personnel suitability checks will also be administered as a part of the selection process.
Successful candidates will be required to enter in an employment contract and
performance agreement (as relevant), and must obtain a positive security clearance.
Applications received after the closing date as well as those who do not comply with the
requirements will not be taken into consideration. If you have not received a response
from this institution within three months of the closing date, please consider your
application unsuccessful.
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