Assistant Information Officer: Information Utilisation CENTRE: HEAD OFFICE, PIETERMARITZBURG SALARY NOTCH: R 227,802 per annum SALARY LEVEL: 8 REFERENCE: HO/IT/020814 REQUIREMENTS: • An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree/ National Diploma or an equivalent recognized qualification in the Information Technology or Information Systems environment coupled with relevant and appropriate experience. Candidates must be computer literate in relevant word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and email software packages and possess valid driver’s license (Manual). KEY PERFOMANCE AREAS: • Conduct research in respect of electronic information utilization. Provide advice, guidance and ensure access to information. Render functional support to GITO including the provision of secretariat functions for Information Management meetings and fora. Develop policies and procedures in respect of departmental electronic information. Manage the resources of the component. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & COMPETENCIES : • Candidate must display integrity, excellent verbal & written communication skills, financial management delivery innovation, good organizing, planning, problem solving and analytical skills. Candidates should be client orientated and customer focused. Proficiency in Windows Software and navigation of the internet and intranet. ENQUIRIES: Mr. BLA.Pillay 033 260 4026 Personal Assistant to the General Manager: Operations SALARY PACKAGE: CENTRE: REFERENCE NUMBER: R183,438 per annum – Salary level 7 Head Office – Pietermaritzburg H/O/OPS/082014 REQUIREMENTS: • Grade 12, plus a one year Secretarial Diploma/Certificate, or any other equivalent one year qualification plus at least three years appropriate experience, or a three year National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree plus at least three years appropriate experience and proven computer literacy in the following software packages, namely (Wordprocessing, Spreadsheet, Presentation and email software programmes) KEY PERFORMANCE: • Provide a secretarial/receptionist support service to the AREAS General Manager. Render administrative support services to the General Manager. Coordinate and provide support and assistance to the General Manager for meetings. Support the General Manager with the administration of the Chief Directorate’s budget Keep abreast of latest prescripts including relevant policies, directives and documents which will be of relevance/interest to the General Manager. SKILL, KNOWLEDGE & COMPETENCIES: • Candidates must display the following skills; excellent verbal and written communication skills, includingtelephone etiquette, sound organizational, administrativeand presentation skills, tact and diplomacy, including basic financial management skills. Knowledge of the relevant legislation/ policies/prescripts and procedures. Candidates must also be able to manage confidential documents and information. NOTE: Candidates may be subjected to computer assessments to determine computer literacy. ENQUIRIES: Mr T A Mdadane: 033 355 5401 DEVELOPMENT OFFICER (EXPANDED PUBLIC WORKS PROGRAMME - EPWP) REFERECE: SALARY: CENTRE: HO/OPSEPWP/010814 R227, 802 per annum (level 8) Head Office: Pietermaritzburg REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma in Community Development or Social Science or Public Administration or Project Management plus relevant experience. Computer literacy in relevant word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software packages. Candidates must be fluent in both isiZulu and English and be in possession of a valid driver’s licence (Manual). KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: Ensure the employment of Women, Youth and People with Disabilities in the implemented projects is maximized. Implement new job creation initiatives to maximize employment of targeted groups. Ensure the implementation of the National Youth Services (NYS) Programme as a sub-programme of EPWP. Provide programmes implementation support to the Regions. Provide inputs into the development of policies and procedures and ensure the compliance thereof. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & COMPETENCIES: Analytical and innovative thinking. Policy interpretation, Interpersonal and presentation skills. Willingness to work extended hours and under pressure ENQUIRIES: Mr X C Xulu (033 - 355 5572) CLOSING DATE: 31 October 2014 Note to applicants: The Provincial Administration of Kwa-Zulu Natal is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants with disabilities may qualify for relaxed advertisement appointment requirements in terms of driver’s licence, computer literacy, experience and/or any other required competence, provided such is not an inherent requirement of the post and subject to proof of disability being submitted with the application. Applications must be submitted individually on the prescribed Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service department, and must be accompanied by a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae together with certified copies of qualifications, skills or competencies to substantiate compliance with/adherence to the appointment requirements plus a clear and legible, certified copy of the valid South African bar-coded ID (passports will not be accepted) and valid South African driver’s licence. Copies of copies OR t Equity targets. om\04\15922806