Assistant Director: Traditional Institutional Management (Customary Initiation)

It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender, and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. Preference will be given to people with disabilities, and they will be exempted from a driver’s license requirement. Applications should be submitted strictly online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za/Public/Jobs.aspx or http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za/Public/Jobs.aspx and it should be accompanied by a most recent Z83 form which may be obtained from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za/documents. and comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV), certified copies of qualifications and Identity will be submitted upon request (no postal or hand delivery applications will be accepted).

It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity.

Furthermore, the recommended candidate will be required to produce his/her SMS Pre-entry certificate as offered by the National School of Governance (NSG) prior to the appointment being made. The certificate for entry into SMS and full details can be sourced by the following link: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Preference will be given to female applicants for SMS posts.

All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments; one will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The Selection panel shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. Correspondence will only be limited to shortlisted candidates.

If you have not been contacted within 3 months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Failure to comply with the above instructions of specifically attaching a recent Z83 and a comprehensive CV will result in applications being disqualified.

Matric plus NQF level 6/ National Diploma in Development Studies or a relevant SAQA-recognised qualification. A minimum of 3–5 years’ experience working with the institution of Traditional and Khoi San leadership and/or within the customary initiation environment. A Certificate of Competency, issued by a recognised Senior Traditional Leader, as a male or female initiate, will be an added advantage.

Competency: Knowledge of the Customary Initiation Act, No. 2 of 2021, policy guidelines and legislative processes, the institution of Traditional Leadership, customary initiation practices and the PFMA and Public Service regulatory frameworks. Skills and Competencies: excellent communication and report writing, conflict handling and interpersonal skills, organising and time management, problem solving and project management, computer literacy and stakeholder coordination and facilitation. A valid driver’s license and South African citizenship are compulsory.

The incumbent will be expected to coordinate and support the Provincial Initiation Coordinating Committee (PICC): Develop and annually review Terms of Reference; coordinate stakeholder identification and appointment; facilitate quarterly meetings; minute proceedings; track resolutions; develop annual implementation plans; facilitate induction and training of PICC members. Provide administrative support to the PICC: Develop systems for processing applications received, approved and rejected; communicate PICC decisions to applicants; prepare seasonal provincial statistical reports; manage fatalities emanating from initiation schools in line with legislative prescripts. Develop provincial policy and legislation on customary initiation: Draft provincial policy; consult stakeholders; coordinate legislative processes for province-specific legislation; facilitate EXCO approval and State Law Advisor pre-certification; ensure referral of the Bill to the Gauteng Provincial Legislature.

Facilitate training, awareness and stakeholder support: Develop concept documents for training and awareness programmes; coordinate annual training for PICC, Provincial Initiation Monitoring Teams, traditional surgeons and principals; conduct community awareness programmes; coordinate printed communication materials (pamphlets, posters); facilitate media statements, press briefings and interviews before and after initiation seasons.

Caiphus Nkuna/ Andy Ndaba, Cell: 071 474 7078/51