Assistant Director: Department of Defence x 2 Vacancies

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR 2 POSTS REF NO: 14/01
These posts are advertised in the DOD, broader Public Service and Media
(internet only)
SALARY : R270 804 per annum, Level 9
CENTRE : SAMHS, Directorate Military Health Planning, Management and Renewal
Services, Kasteelpark

REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma or Certificate in Management Services, (Organisation and Work
Study) (O&W Study) or equivalent. A RVQ13 qualification will be an added
advantage. Minimum of five years of practical working experience in the
Management Services (Organisation and Workstudy) environment. Special
requirements (skills needed): Extensive knowledge of Public Service
Administration, especially its transformation imperatives. Extensive knowledge of
Government Prescripts that have a bearing on the work of O&W Practitioner,
especially the Public Service Act, PFMA, Public Service Regulations and other
related prescripts. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Skills in
management, computer literacy, strong leadership, policy analysis, strong report
writing, presentation, facilitation and planning skills. Ability to effectively and
correctly interpret and apply policy, instructions and regulations. Analytical and
innovative thinking ability as well as problem solving skills. Ability to compile,
draft effective management reports and to present them at senior level. Able to
work accurately under pressure and to travel as and when required.

DUTIES : Participate in the formulation and promulgation of OSD related policies relating to
the management of organisation structures within the SAMHS. The conducting of
OSD interventions. Facilitate and develop high-level SAMHS structures in line
with the Strategic Business Plan of the SAMHS. Participate in the development
and implementation of latest OSD best practices and trends. Provide OSD
related advice to stakeholders. Direct, as Project Leader, high level OSD
interventions. Participate in the internal management of the OSD environment.

ENQUIRIES : Col S.N.N. Ngqakayi, (012) 367 9024 or Mr H.M. Hermann, (012) 367 9025

APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, Office of the Surgeon General, Private Bag X102,
Centurion, 0046, or may be hand delivered to Kasteelpark, cnr Nassob and
Jochemus Rd, Erasmusrand.

CLOSING DATE : 5 January 2015 (Applications received after the closing date and faxed copies
will not be considered).