The Department of Science Technology and Innovation is an affirmative action employer, and coloured
people, white women, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply for these posts.
CLOSING DATE 03 January 2025
NOTE : Applications quoting the relevant reference number must be accompanied by
a fully completed and signed new Z83 form and up-to-date curriculum vitae
only (including three contactable referees). Each application for employment
form must be fully completed, duly signed, dated and initialed by the applicant.
Failure to do so will result in your application not being considered. No
copies/attachments/proof of application, only Z83 and CV. Human Resources
will request certified documents from shortlisted candidates on or before the
day of the interview. A new application for employment form (Z83) became
effective as of 1 January 2021. Individuals applying for a post must submit the
new application form, which can be downloaded at
http://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp. Applications submitted on the
old forms will not be considered. Applications must be emailed to the email
address specified for the particular post. Applications received on an incorrect
email address will be disqualified. Applications must be submitted as one
combined document. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to personal
suitability checks (criminal record check, citizenship verification, previous
employment verification and verification of qualifications and creditworthiness).
It is the responsibility of applicants to have any foreign qualifications verified by
the South African Qualifications Authority. The Department will respond only to
shortlisted candidates, who will be interviewed on a date and at a time specified
by the Department. The Department reserves the right not to make any
appointment. All candidates for Senior Management Service (SMS) positions
will be subjected to a technical exercise to test relevant technical elements of
the job, the logistics for which will be communicated by the Department.
Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will
recommend candidates to undergo a generic managerial competency
assessment in compliance with the Department of Public Service and
Administration (DPSA) directive on the implementation of competency-based
assessments and using the mandated DPSA SMS competency-assessment
tools. All SMS candidates must have completed a senior management
leadership programme with either the National School of Government (NSG)
or a higher education institution accredited by the NSG (see
https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/). The
pre- entry certificate is not a requirement for shortlisting but must be submitted
prior to the appointment . For more information on the course please visit the
NSG website: https://www.thensg.gov.za.
SALARY : R1 741 770 per annum (all-inclusive remuneration package)
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : A Master’s degree (NQF level 8 as recognised by the SAQA) in the natural
sciences or engineering fields. 8 years’ experience at a senior managerial level
within the research, development and innovation sector. Sound knowledge and
understanding of the national system of innovation (NSI), the Public Finance
Management Act and Treasury Regulations, departmental policies and
strategies, government priorities and policy formulation, the Public Service Act
and Regulations, Technology Innovation Act, South African Space Agency Act,
Intellectual Property Rights from Publicly Financed Researched and
Development Act as well as the international cooperation environment. Skills
in financial management, change management, knowledge management,
service delivery innovation, people management and empowerment, and
communication. Client orientation.
DUTIES : Guide and steer the South African space science and technology programme.
Provide leadership in innovation planning and commercialisation of SA publicly
funded IP, including enhancement of SA’s readiness for the 4th industrial
revolution. Provide leadership moving SA towards a knowledge-based
bioeconomy including the mainstreaming of indigenous knowledge systems.
Provide leadership in the planning, development, and implementation of low
carbon energy solutions for the country. Provide leadership of and
management of the National Intellectual Property Management Office and the
implementation of the Act.
ENQUIRIES : Ms Zanele Ngwenya, Tel. 012 843 6409/ 082 808 0490
APPLICATIONS : Applications must be emailed to ddgti@dsti.gov.za
SALARY : R2 259 984 per annum (all-inclusive remuneration package)
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : A Master’s degree (NQF level 8 as recognised by the SAQA) in natural, social
or engineering sciences. A Doctoral degree would be an added advantage. 10
years’ senior management experience in science, technology and innovation
policy development and implementation. Demonstrable expertise in and
knowledge of science, technology and innovation policy, strategy and
programming. Sound knowledge and understanding of the national system of
innovation (NSI) and its links with society and economy. Solid understanding
of all relevant legislative frameworks, including but not limited to the Public
Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations, etc. Leadership
acumen in strategic foresight planning, policy analysis, development and
execution, and strategic management (finance, human resources, information
systems). Commitment and competence in driving transformation in the
national system of innovation. Thoughtful leadership, diplomacy, analytical and
critical thinking. Ability to work individually and as a team. Attention to detail.
Proven track record in building and inspiring high team performance.
Knowledge of the SA labour relations environment, and general Human
Resources Management.
DUTIES : Ensuring effective policy and strategy development and implementation in line
with the DSTI Decadal Plan. Ensuring effective and efficient management of
the DSTI including human, financial, information technology and data
resources and assets. Ensuring effective promotion of DSTI’s science and
technology missions and programmes and their articulation within the economy
and society. Ensuring effective social and economic diffusion of technologies
to support national development goals, including the National Development
Plan (NDP). Ensuring the effective promotion and alignment of DSTI’s bilateral
and multilateral international partnerships in SADC, the rest of Africa and
globally, to drive Decadal Plan priorities. Provide an enabling environment for
research, training and knowledge production that promotes strategic
development of basic science and priority science areas. Ensure DSTI
contribution to socio-economic priorities through technology and innovation
partnerships. Ensure integrated governance, a responsive NSI, and
participation in the Forum of South African Directors-General system. Strategic
management including people management and development, and prudent
financial management of public resources
ENQUIRIES : Ms Zanele Ngwenya, Tel. 012 843 6409/ 082 808 0490
APPLICATIONS : Applications must be emailed to dg@dsti.gov.za
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