DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SERVICE AND ADMINISTRATION

It is the intention to promote representivity in the Department through the filling of these posts. The candidature of applicants from designated groups especially in respect of people with disabilities will receive preference.

APPLICATION : Applications quoting the reference number must be addressed to Mr. Thabang Ntsiko.
Applications must be posted to the Department of Public Service and Administration, Private
Bag X916, Pretoria, 0001, or delivered to 546 Edmond Street, Batho Pele House, cnr. Edmond
and Hamilton Street, Pretoria, Arcadia 0083, or emailed.

CLOSING DATE : 09 December 2024

NOTE : Applications must quote the relevant reference number and consist of: A fully completed and
signed NEW Z83 form which can be downloaded at www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp
.’’From 1 January 2021 should an application be received using the incorrect application for
employment (Z83), it will not be considered”, a recent comprehensive CV; contactable referees
(telephone numbers and email addresses must be indicated); Applicants are not required to
submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the
Z83 and a detailed curriculum vitae (Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit
certified documents, all non-SA citizens must attach a copy of proof of permanent residence in
South Africa on or before the day of the interviews). Foreign qualifications must be accompanied
by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). All shortlisted
candidates for SMS posts shall undertake two pre-entry assessments (Practical exercise and
Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment; and suitable candidates identified by the selection
panel must undergo a competency assessment; and personnel suitability checks on criminal
records, citizen verification, financial records, qualification verification. Correspondence will be
limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of
the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
The successful candidate will be expected to enter into an employment contract and a
performance agreement within 3 months of appointment, as well as completing a financial
interests declaration form within one month of appointment and annually thereafter. Note: Prior
to appointment, a candidate would be required to complete the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry
Certificate to Senior Management Services as endorsed by DPSA which is an online course,
endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG). The course is available at the NSG
under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be sourced by the
following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme/.

POST 43/28 : ADMINISTRATOR: NEGOTIATIONS, LABOUR RELATIONS AND DISPUTE MANAGEMENT REF NO: DPSA 13/2024

SALARY : R255 450 per annum (Level 06). Annual progression up to a maximum salary of R300 912 per
annum is possible subject to satisfactory performance.

CENTRE : Pretoria.

REQUIREMENTS : A minimum qualification at NQF level 5 in Secretarial / Office Management / Office
Administration / Business Administration. 1-2 years’ experience in office administration.
Knowledge of Public Service Regulatory Framework. Knowledge of office administration.
Knowledge of Office Equipment (Fax, Photocopiers, automated telephone system, etc.).
Generic skills: Client orientation and customer focus, Problem Solving, Interpersonal,
Facilitation, Writing Skills and Computer Literacy. Technical skills: Report writing, Telephone
etiquette, good understanding of MS Office, Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint and
Communication

DUTIES : Manage the diary. Schedule and prioritise appointments, remind manager(s) of engagements.
Provide a front office support service. Receive, welcome and attend to visitors and guests,
screen telephone calls, and handle queries. Provide office administration support service. File
documents. Order stationery and office equipment, administer leave register and salary reports,
type documents. Coordinate unit meetings and serve as secretariat, fax and photocopy
documents, draft standard responses, and manage correspondence. Provide support regarding
the execution of projects. Coordinate the drafting of guest list and invites, send out invites and
administer responses from invitees, book venues and accommodation, administer attendance
register, package documents, compile memorabilia, take minutes. Provide logistical support
service. Coordinate travel and accommodation arrangements, liaise with travel agencies,
compile itineraries, administer S&T claims, make bookings for venues and arrange for catering
services. Administer unit budget. Request and collate inputs for the budget. Project cash flow
and draft expenditure reports.

ENQUIRIES : Mr. Mompati Galorale Tel No: (012) 336 1117.
APPLICATIONS : Applications quoting the reference number must be addressed to Mr. Thabang Ntsiko.
Applications must be posted to the Department of Public Service and Administration, Private
Bag X916, Pretoria, 0001, or delivered to 546 Edmond Street, Batho Pele House, cnr. Edmond
and Hamilton Street, Pretoria, Arcadia 0083, or emailed. E-mail your application to
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POST 43/27 : ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: INTERNAL LABOUR RELATIONS REF NO: DPSA 12/2024

SALARY : R444 036 per annum (Level 9). Annual progression up to a maximum salary of R523 056 is
possible, subject to satisfactory performance.

CENTRE : Pretoria.

REQUIREMENTS : A minimum qualification at NQF Level 6 in Labour Relations. A minimum of 3 years’ experience required within the Labour Relations environment. knowledge of the Disciplinary Code and
Procedures, Grievance Procedures, Mediation and Arbitration process and procedures,
Computer Literacy, Public Service legislation and Resolutions and, policies. Training on
Disciplinary Code and Procedures and Introduction to Persal Training. Generic Skills: Conflict
resolution, organising and planning, good verbal and written communication, report writing,
Interpretation and application of legislation, policies, resolutions and regulations. Programme
and Project Management, Listening skills. Attributes: Responsible and honest, ability to work
under minimum supervision, ability to work under pressure, , good interpersonal relations skills
innovative and proactive.

DUTIES : Facilitate misconduct cases lodged within the department. Facilitate the appointment of
Investigating Officers for misconduct cases, Initiators and Chairpersons for disciplinary
hearings. Conduct investigations on misconducts and compile reports with recommendations.
Prepare charge sheets where there are grounds to charge. Represent the employer during
disciplinary hearings, ensure that sanctions are implemented and inform relevant stakeholders
for implementation (e.g. finance, conditions of service section) and communicate the outcomes
of the disciplinary hearings and appeals outcomes to employees/managers. Provide advice and
on labour relations matters to management. Identify gaps and advise on training required to
managers and supervisors. Coordinate workshops on Labour Relations processes and advice
managers, supervisors and employees on management of discipline in the workplace.
Investigate grievances received and prepare reports with recommendations on conclusion.
Generate submissions communicating the outcomes of grievance investigations to
management. Advise employees on grievance process. Handle dispute cases effectively.
Monitor filing of all notices received for disputes. Monitor the receipt of referral forms and notices
of conciliation and arbitration if they are properly served to the Department. Draft submissions
to request mandate of employer representative on disputes. Provide Collective Bargaining
support and general support on compliance for reporting to stakeholders including (i) DBC
support: represent the Department at the Departmental Bargaining Chamber (DBC), ensure
frequency of meetings and employer’s availability, take minutes during the bilateral meetings
and ensure that inputs are addressed accordingly. (ii) Reporting on all compliance matters.
Generate Labour Relations reports to OPSC and DPSA. Generate monthly and quarterly
reports of the sub-directorate, ensure that all grievances, misconducts and dispute cases are
captured on Persal and updated. Manage and update Labour Relations database.

ENQUIRIES : Ms. Bontle Boikanyo Tel No: (012) 336 1172.
APPLICATIONS : Applications quoting the reference number must be addressed to Mr. Thabang Ntsiko.
Applications must be posted to the Department of Public Service and Administration, Private
Bag X916, Pretoria, 0001, or delivered to 546 Edmond Street, Batho Pele House, cnr. Edmond
and Hamilton Street, Pretoria, Arcadia 0083, or emailed. E-mail your application to
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All the best with your applications