ICU Stock Controller at Life Healthcare in Illovo

Job Title:    Stock Controller - ICU
Function:   Pharmacy
Facility:     Life Fourways Hospital

Introduction:  
 A vacancy has arisen for the position of  Stock Controller - ICU  at Life Fourways Hospital, reporting to the Senior Stock Controller. The successful candidate will contribute to the effective management of stock in the Hospital and a quality service to all internal and external customers.

Critical Outputs:   
Managing the procurement and control of surgical pharmaceuticals.
Implementing and maintaining the LHC Formulary.
Management of dead stock and stock approaching expiry in good time.
Handling queries from relevant stakeholders.
Assisting with effective management overheads and resources
Managing daily and monthly stock counts and investigation of variances.
Maintaining and ensuring good customer relations and service to the various role players within the hospital.
Ensuring accurate receiving, receipting and distribution of goods throughout the hospital.

Requirements:   
Matriculation is essential
Proficient in MS Office
Experience with Imeds
Excellent numeracy skills
Must have at least 6 months to one year of stock control experience
 Customer excellence
Able to manage conflict effectively
Effective time management skills
To work in a team and also independently
     
Deadline Date: 13.02.2014
Contact:    

Janice Chetty

Hospital HR Manager

Tel: 011 875 1334
Fax: 086 678 4934
Mail: Janice.chetty@lifehealthcare.co.za

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Admissions Clerk at Life Healthcare

Job Title:     Admissions Clerk 
Function:     Patient Services
Facility:     Life Mercantile Private Hospital, Port Elizabeth


Introduction:    
A vacancy exists for an Admission Clerk, based at Life Mercantile Hospital in Port Elizabeth, reporting to the Admissions Supervisor, Danielle Mohammed. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the financial and clinical risks of the patient event by ensuring accurate coding, clinical updates and accounts submissions of patient hospitalization to achieve key strategic objectives.

Critical Outputs:   
 • Carrying out admission, discharge and receptionist duties in accordance with hospital protocols
• Liaising with medical aids to obtain authorization for admission.
• Performing general administration duties involved in the admission of patients including filling and assist with billing of casualty files
• Receiving and handling of cash
• Adhering to all admissions and related protocols
• Working 12 hour shifts including weekends and night duty

Requirements:    
• Computer proficiency in MS Office.
• Excellent communication skills & experience in dealing with customers
• Knowledge of hospital procedures and medical aid rules
• Working knowledge of Impilo will be an advantage
• Should be able to operate a switchboard
• The position requires an enthusiastic, motivated, well organized individual
• The candidate should have a proven track record with at least two years’ experience.
• Customer excellence
• Performance Pride
• Strong interpersonal skills and communication ability
• Ability to work in a team and independently
• Strong conflict management ability
• Attention to detail
• Enthusiastic, self motivated and has initiative
• Results driven
• Resilient
    
Deadline Date: 07.02.2014
How to Apply:

Contact:    

Rozina Namponya / Rozina.Namponya@lifehealthcare.co.za / 086 680 3765

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive any communication after 2 weeks of closing date, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.

Before making application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager.
Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
External candidates will also be considered.

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Specialized Case Manager at Life HealthCare in Port Elizabeth

Job Title:     Case Manager- Specialized 
Function:     Patient Services
Facility:     Life Mercantile Private Hospital, Port Elizabeth


Introduction:    
A vacancy exists for a Case Manager - Specialized, based at Life Mercantile Hospital in Port Elizabeth, reporting to the Patient Services Manager, Mrs Julie Brown. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the financial and clinical risks of the patient event by ensuring accurate coding, clinical updates and accounts submissions of patient hospitalization to achieve key strategic objectives.

Critical Outputs:    
• Maximization of correct revenue
• Drive and ensure correct application and correct interpretation of RSRT's, accuracy of coding and compliance to Company policies regarding authorisations.
• Manage and monitor input on Impilo, manage re authorisations, rejections and delays, monitor insurance verification, submission of accurate accounts to Funders and adhoc reports.
• Ensure timeous update of patient events as per Life Healthcare policies and protocols.
• Adhere to ISO 9001 standards and patient escalation processes.
• Ensure compliance of SLAs with internal stakeholders, foster positive professional relationships.
• Ensure compliance in terms of the RSRT framework.
• Effective communication pertaining to patient queries, submission of motivation letters required and short payments.
• Actively participate in the Moments Campaign.

Requirements:    
• A registered nurse or enrolled nurse with a qualification in Operating or Intensive Nursing Science or at least 5 years experience in one or both of these fields.
• Clinical Coding experience of at least one year and / qualification in clinical coding (ICD 10 and CPT coding).
• Knowledge of Impilo and or IMEDS would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of funder contracts, rules, co payments and exclusions would be advantageous.
• Computer proficiency in MS Office.
• Customer excellence
• Performance Pride
• Strong interpersonal skills and communication ability
• Ability to work in a team and independently
• Strong conflict management ability • Attention to detail
• Enthusiastic, self motivated and has initiative
• Results driven
• Resilient and able to prioritise and organise work accordingly

Deadline Date: 07.02.2014
How to Apply:

Contact:    

Rozina Namponya  / Rozina.Namponya@lifehealthcare.co.za / 086 680 3765


Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive any communication after 2 weeks of closing date, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.

Before making application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager.
Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
External candidates will also be considered.

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Occupational Therapist Technician at Life Healthcare in Illovo

Job Title:     Occupational Therapist Technician
Function:     Other
Facility:     Life Esidimeni, Kirkwood Care Centre

Introduction:    

A vacancy for an Occupational Therapist Technician has arisen at Kirkwood Care Centre.  This position will report to Esley Erasmus, the Occupational Therapist.

Critical Outputs:    

The successful candidate will be responsible for:
Patient care
Activity programmes
Training and development
Special events
Incident reporting
Record-keeping

Requirements:    

Standard 10 (Grade 12)
Certificate for Occupational Therapy Technician
Current registration with HPCSA
One year working experience in field of service
 Communication
Activity analysis
Supervisory and interviewing skills
Problem solving
Planning and organising
Creativity and cost control
     
Deadline Date: 06.02.2014
How to Apply:

Contact:    

Esley Erasmus
Occupational Therapist
Tel : (042) 230 0333
Fax : (042) 230 0513
Email: esley.erasmus@lifehealthcare.co.za

BEFORE MAKING APPLICATION, YOU ARE REQUESTED TO DISCUSS THIS WITH YOUR IMMEDIATE MANAGER
EXTERNAL CANDIDATES WILL ALSO BE CONSIDERED
LIFE HEALTHCARE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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Pharmacy Manager at Life Healthcare in Tshwane

Job Title:     Pharmacy Manager 
Function:     Management
Facility:     Life Eugene Marais Hospital, Tshwane

Introduction:    
A vacancy exists for a Pharmacy Manager based at Life Eugene Marais Hospital , reporting to Johan Joubert, Hospital Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of the pharmacy services within the hospital environment by ensuring that quality pharmaceutical services, financial objectives, legislative compliance and people management requirements are achieved to the required standards.


Critical Outputs:    
Effective medication safety management
• Implement pharmacy best operating practice related to medication safety management with the objective of reducing medication incidents to below target.
• Achieve required pharmacy alert reporting and develop and implement relevant remedial actions.
Effective quality management systems
• Drive the implementation and compliance to LHC Quality Management Systems.
• Ensure compliance with SAPC, DOH and LHC legal and professional standards.
• Implement customer satisfaction and pharmacy quality initiatives.
Effective financial management
• Achieve hospital budgeted financial measures relating to pharmacy.
• Actively manage the cost of sales of pharmaceuticals in line with revenue and budget.
• Drive identified growth opportunities.
• Communicate and implement LHC pharmaceutical product conversions.
• Identify and communicate cost saving opportunities for product conversion and utilisation.
• Build effective working relationships with doctors.
Effective asset management
• Achieve stock targets.
Effective systems management
• Ensure optimum system utilisation.
• Utilise and action management information on Life Gateway and report appropriately.
Effective people management
• Recruit, retain, motivate and develop staff according to LHC people policies and practices.
• Provide direction and inspire positive work behaviour in team.

Requirements:    
• B.Pharm / Dip.Pharm / B.Sc Pharm
• Current registration with South African Pharmacy Council
• Relevant clinical knowledge and experience to the critical outputs
• Understanding of SA healthcare industry as it relates to pharmacy and key role-players
• Understanding of operating structures and relationships within a hospital environment
• Current pharmaceutical product knowledge as well as knowledge of pharmaceutical legislation
• Proven leadership and people management experience
• Basic financial management and numeric ability
• Computer proficiency (MS office)
     
Deadline Date: 11.02.2014
How to Apply:

Contact:   

Nadia Matthysen
Hospital Human Resources Manager
Tel: + 27 12 334 2756
Fax: + 27 86 557 3138

Email: Nadia.Matthysen@lifehealthcare.co.za

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Main and Day Theatre Manager at Life Healthcare in Durban

Job Title:  Theatre Manager - Main and Day Theatre 
Function:     Management
Facility:     Life Entabeni Hospital, Durban


Introduction:    
A vacancy exists for a Theatre Manager to manage the Main and Day Theatre at Life Entabeni Hospital, situated in KZN. The position will report to the Nursing Manager, Anne Williamson. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and co-ordinating clinical practice and resources within the units to achieve the Company & Hospital strategic objectives of quality, growth and people.

Critical Outputs:    
Effective clinical leadership
Lead the implementation of the nursing care plan and co-ordinate and facilitate the delivery of the correct treatment plan within the correct MDT program in order to achieve clinical outcomes.
Function as a clinical expert in achieving patient outcomes.
Ensure competence of staff and students, determine and drive criteria for effective professional socialization, create an environment conducive to learning and provide feedback to relevant stakeholders.
Promote customer satisfaction within unit, address customer complaints, conduct quality care rounds and clinical practice audits to monitor care levels and report accordingly.
Implement national quality initiatives within unit with the focus on improved clinical outcomes and report accordingly.
Identify clinical and safety risks and trends in all of the above, implement corrective action where necessary and monitor on an ongoing basis.
Initiate and drive unit specific best operating practice, communicate these for wider implementation and participate in hospital specific marketing initiatives.
Effective leadership and people management
Demonstrate visible leadership in respect of LHC values, operating model, Nursing strategy and image of the profession, actively sponsor LHC initiatives and projects to ensure continued and improved productivity.
Drive and manage all people related processes within unit.
Effective financial management (including equipment)
Participate in business planning and budgeting processes and manage nursing costs according to budget.
Manage stock utilization and Cost of sales and drive product management processes within unit together with relevant stakeholders.
Ensure staff are trained on the operation of equipment within the unit and together with relevant stakeholders ensure equipment is in working order to provide a safe patient environment.
Effective relationships with internal & external stakeholders
Build and maintain productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders (i.e. HOD’s, Enabling functions, patients, family members, service providers etc.) through ongoing communication and feedback.
Build and maintain productive relationships with doctors by agreeing professional code of conduct, driving and monitoring effective communication regarding positive patient outcomes, functioning as an advocate for LHC and communicate impact of industry challenges on the Nursing profession.

Requirements:    
Degree/Diploma in Nursing with approximately 5 years post basic and proven leadership and/or people management experience within healthcare (including clinical competence in area of specialization) Diploma in Operating Theatre Nursing Science is essential
At least 5 years’ experience as a qualified theatre registered nurse
Current registration with South African Nursing Council
Basic understanding of labour legislation, financial and change management principles
Computer proficiency (MS office)
Driver’s license & own transport

Deadline Date: 14.02.2014
How to Apply:
      
Contact:    
Interested candidates who meet the requirements, are invited to apply by forwarding a comprehensive CV to the contact Person:

Nqobile Dlamini
CV’s to Fax: 086 6854 833
E-Mail: Entabeni.cv@lifehealthcare.co.za


Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive any communication after 2 weeks of closing date, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful
Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer

For office use only: Position Number/s: 50007304

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Hospital Human Resources Manager at Life Healthcare in Durban

Job Title:     Hospital Human Resources Manager 
Function:     Human Resources
Facility:     Life Entabeni Hospital, Durban

Introduction:    
A vacancy exists for a Hospital HR Manager, based at Life Entabeni Hospital, reporting to Hospital Manager, Mr Greg Swale. The successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery of the HR strategy in the hospital and to optimize employee commitment, productivity and capability by providing sound people management leadership, planning, policy/legislative interpretation, communicating, developing sound relationships and change capability in line with Life Healthcare objectives.

Critical Outputs:    
Ensuring the effective attraction, resourcing and retention of staff by
• Ensuring that key positions are filled by guiding and supporting the line managers on the recruitment and selection process
• Ensuring a low staff turnover rate by conducting and facilitating exit interviews
• Developing and implementing actions flowing from the employee perception surveys
Effective development and talent management by
• Conducting and compile a training needs analysis plan that adheres to WSP targets
• Increasing the number of qualified nursing staff by the planning of student training interventions and the recruitment of students for the hospital
• Facilitating an efficient talent pool with MANCO by identifying candidates for career development
Effective management of employee relations through sound ER practices and communication structures by
• Coordinating and facilitate training in order to ensure that there are trained line managers on the IR programmes
• Ensuring all IR processes are complied with by ensuring line managers report on and adhere to disciplinary charges
• Keeping employees informed by communicating new policies to MANCO
• Training consultative forum members
• Preparing and maintain department of labour inspection files
Ensure effective Employee Wellness by
• Marketing and ensure the utilization of the company wellness programme
• Ensuring the awareness and education of HIV/AIDS
Ensure sound people management through leadership, change management, teamwork, collaboration and communication by
• Guiding and coaching managers by being aware of the hospital strategic plans
• Ensuring the effective operation of the HR structure by building trusting and professional relationships with hospital line management and staff
• Influencing business to comply with delivery deadlines and output by contributing to HR debates, direction and strategy
Ensuring effective support of Employee Services by
• Ensuring the accuracy, quality and achievement of deadlines by adhering to payroll submission deadlines
Ensure the effective facilitation of diversity and EE/transformation processes by
• Assisting in the facilitation and implementation of EE transformation processes and activities in order to achieve targets
• Analysing employment equity trends and ensure the reports are submitted on time
Ensuring the effective productivity of employees through performance and absence process compliance by
• Conducting performance management training and ensure all staff have fully documented JPM’s
• Conducting absence management and poor performance workshops and develop strategies to address these trends
Ensuring effective HR initiatives/project management by
• Planning, organizing and monitoring the implementation of successful ad hoc projects
• Implementing effective change management plans for all major projects


Requirements:    
• Human Resources Degree or National Diploma / Post Graduate degree would be an advantage
• Three years’ relevant experience in an HR generalist role, preferably in the healthcare or hospitality industry
• Management experience will be an advantage
• Sound knowledge of HR practices and SA labour legislation
• Computer proficiency including basic knowledge of payroll systems
• Valid Driver’s license and own car essential
• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication and presentation
• Influencing
• Drive & energy
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behaviour
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Organisational awareness
• Leading my example (Key for Managers)
• Motivating and developing people(Key for Managers)

 Deadline Date: 06.02.2014
How to Apply:

Contact:    
Interested candidates who meet the requirements are invited to apply by forwarding a comprehensive CV to the Hospital Secretary, by close of business on the 06 February 2014:

Natasha Egling
Fax: (0866836574)
Email: Natasha.egling@lifehealthcare.co.za


Before making application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager.
Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
External candidates will also be considered.

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Administrator Assistant at Life Healthcare in Illovo

Function:     Finance / Administration
Facility:     Life Occupational Health
Job Title:     Administrator Assistant

Introduction:    
A vacancy exists for an Administration Assistant reporting to the operations Manager based at Transnet Freight Rail, Ladysmith. The incumbent will assume responsibility for an efficient, professional service rendered in terms of the reception, capturing, coordination and quality assurance of the statistics data, reports, invoices, general administration tasks

Critical Outputs:    
• General reception duties
• Accurate capturing of Stats
• Maintain an efficient, up to date tracking and filing system
• Regular communication with Clients, Stats coordinator, Operational Managers and Contract Administrator
• Conduct Audits weekly to ensure accuracy of data captured.
• Assist with investigation and analysis of statistics errors, queries and complaints and implementing corrective action within agreed turnaround times.
• Assist with Reasonability, quality assurance and accuracy analysis on all data, reports and statistics system.
• Booking appointments
• Ad hoc tasks as required.

Requirements:    
• Advanced MS Excel experience and an excellent understanding of MSOffice as well as good computer skills in general.
• Working experience in a similar environment.
• Good administration skills and attention to detail.
• Patience, appropriate assertiveness, deadline driven, good organization skills with the ability to implement new ideas will be most suitable for this position.
• Initiative, logical thinking and analytical ability essential.
• Customer orientation, focus, teamwork, accuracy and attention to detail complete the profile.
• Problem-solving, analysis and judgment
• Resilience
• Teamwork
• Influencing skills
• Business insight
• Drive and energy
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behavior
• Building relationships & networking
• Customer responsiveness
• Verbal & written communication skills
    
Deadline Date: 12.02.2014
How to Apply:

Contact:   
 Interested candidates who meet the requirements are invited to apply by forwarding a comprehensive CV to Lucy Hiralal

Email: lucy.hiralal@lifehealthcare.co.za by close of business on Wednesday 12th February 2014.

Before making application, internal applicants are requested to discuss their application with their line manager.
Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
External candidates are invited to apply and will also be considered.
The purpose of this site is to invite Life Healthcare employees and external individuals to apply for positions and hence these positions are not open to recruitment agencies.

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Maintenance Officer at Life Healthcare in Tshwane

Job Title:   Maintenance Officer
Illovo Function:     Engineering
Facility:     Life Wilgers Hospital, Tshwane


Introduction:    
A vacancy exists for the above mentioned post at Life Wilgers Hospital. Reporting to the Services Manager. The Maintenance Officer will be responsible for coordinating and performing maintenance operations required for the effective functioning of the hospital, including electrical and electronic installations, air conditioning and refrigeration, plumbing, general maintenance of the grounds and surrounds as well as structural improvements.

Critical Outputs:    
Plan, manage and supervise maintenance operations for the exterior and interior facility.
Ensure compliance with all provisions of the OHS Act and any other relevant legislation, including ensuring compliance with the requirements in terms of ISO accreditation. Manage contractors and ensure that goods and services are provided in accordance with requirements.
General building, plumbing and carpentry.
General air conditioning systems.
General light industrial fitting and medical gas systems.
General light industrial fitting.
General electrical maintenance on single and 3 phase installations.
Television, CCTV and alarm systems.
Identify, estimate and order material correctly.

Requirements:    
The applicant must be in possession of a N3 Certificate and a Trade Test for either Mechanical Engineering or Heavy Current Electrical Engineering,
Be registered with the Department of Manpower and should have at least 5 years artisan experience.
They should also be familiar with all aspects of the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993.

Deadline Date: 14.02.2014
How to Apply:
  
Contact: Dodo Haskins
Hospital HR Manager
Tel: (012) 807-8176
Fax: (012) 807-6497
Dodo.Haskins@lifehealthcare.co.za

BEFORE MAKING APPLICATION, YOU ARE REQUESTED TO DISCUSS THIS WITH YOUR IMMEDIATE MANAGER
EXTERNAL CANDIDATES WILL ALSO BE CONSIDERED
LIFE HEALTHCARE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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Bill Auditor at Life Healthcare in Westville

Job Title:     Bill Auditor 
Function:     Credit Risk
Facility:     Life Westville Hospital


Introduction:    
A vacancy for a Bill Auditor has arisen at Life Westville Hospital reporting to the Patient Services Manager, Arina Coetzee incumbent will be responsible for coordinating all of the activities associated with bill auditing, as well as the filling/mailing activities.

Critical Outputs:    
• Effective delivery of quality customer care
• Evaluate data accuracy to identify deviations and make recommendations for corrective action, implement and monitor same
• Analyse data trends relating to rejections and short payments etc.
• Develop and maintain sound relationships with internal customers to achieve co-operation and compliance with audit processes
• Compile and maintain a bill audit file containing copies of documentation as per LHC protocols
• Effective auditing of patient documentation
• Audit pre-set number of files according to Life standards, in order to achieve monthly target
• Complete a bill audit template on each file audited
• Complete the bill audit toolkit and any updates where required
• Complete, successfully, the LHC coding course and achieve a set pass rate
• Analyse results and make recommendations
• Compile and submit a monthly bill audit report
• Effective auditing of hospital operational processes
• Verify statistics on number of elective cases that went to PAC, analyse and report trends on rejection and on med-central short payment report, analyse and report late charges etc.
• Effective monitoring of patient services process compliance
• Analyse trends to identify deviations, report on and influence Stock Controllers & Billing Clerks through presentations and discussion in monthly RSRT meetings & bill audit reports

Requirements:    
• Matric / Grade 12
• Nursing Qualification
• Knowledge of the iMeds / Impilo system will be beneficial
• Knowledge of hospital patient services and billing processes
• Knowledge and understanding of CPT & ICD coding
• Knowledge of Funder contracts, scheme rules, exclusions and benefits
• Knowledge or clear understanding of hospital industry and practices
• Attention to detail

• Attention to detail
• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Verbal & written communication (including presentations)
• Influencing (negotiation)
• Professional & technical proficiency
• Planning & organising (time management)
• Drive and energy
• Excellence orientation (concern for high quality work)
• Ethical behaviour (honesty)
• Building relationships & customer responsiveness
• Organizational awareness
     

Deadline Date:11.02.2014
How to Apply:

Note:

• Before making application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager.

• Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• External candidates will also be considered.

Contact: Interested candidates who meet the requirements are invited to apply by forwarding a comprehensive CV by close of business to:

Arina Coetzee
Patient Services Manager
e-mail: arina.coetzee@lifehealthcare.co.za
Or
Fax: 0866465551

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Specialist C5 at South African Post Office in Pretoria

Job Title: Specialist C5––Transaction/ Switch (2 x Positions)
IT Service Delivery (Eco- point-Corporate)
Reports to Manager: IT Postbank Production & Infrastructure–Transaction/ Switch

Summation

The successful candidate will be responsible to provide financial switch specialist service to the user community through the use of ITL processes and procedure in regards to providing technical support for the database environment including overseeing the development and organization of the database, assessment and implementation of new technologies.

Key Responsibilities:
Develop and Implement the departmental operational plan

•Analyze the IT Service Delivery
Strategy and road map pertinent to the
transaction/switch of post bank functiont
o determine the future trends, strategic direction
and legal implications and feed into manager.
Manage IT Postbank Transaction/Switch
•Troubleshoot incidents and Handle Client Queries
•Proactively research and locate the necessary tools and processes to identify troublesome trends as they develop
•Researching and examining current systems
•Consults with user to identify current operating procedures and clarify program objectives
•Evaluates user request for new or modified program, such as for financial services
•Maintain systems and platforms
•Configure, install and maintain necessary solutions to provide an environment to run production applications and perform development
•Provide feedback to the relevant role players as and when necessary
•Ensure that problems and incidents are resolved within SLA and OLA requirements
•Compile statistics and reports on IT Postbank Transaction and Switch Provide Expert Consultation/Advice
•Design solutions
•Conduct an impact study to determine the possible effect on the current-and associated systems
•Complete consultation actions within allocated times frames
•Identify the information/resolution required by the relevant role players
•Compile a final recommendation report for the implementation of the actions and its requirements
•Archive the final report for future reference purposes in accordance with the documentation management system requirements

Job Requirements, Skills & Knowledge

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: QUALIFICATIONS

•Full credit bearing National Diploma (NQF 5) in: Information Technology
•Full credit bearing Bachelor Degree (NQF 6) in: Information Technology, computer science or commerce will be an advantage
•At least 5 years applicable experience (Diploma)
•At least 2 years applicable experience (Degree)
•Support and operational experience in the financial switch environment

TECHNICAL /LEGAL CERTIFICATION:
•Postilion Basic and advanced
•MCSD.NET

EXPERIENCE:
•Programming/SQL,MCDBA.NET,VisualC/C#,VBSScript,java,java 6.0xml, ASP.NET.
•MasterCard interfaces,EMV Certification processes, merchant settlement processes, payment warehouse, dispute processing

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
•Self-starter, professionalism and influential
•Ability to use own initiative and work independently
•Willing to work extended hours and 24/7 availability
•Willing to travel
•Able to function under pressure and make decisions under challenging circumstances

Deadline Date: 05.02.2014
How to Apply:

Contacts
The South African Post Office is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment, especially with regard to race, Gender and disability.

Send your CV to:

The Business Unit: Recruitment and Selection
Human Capital Management: Corporate
PO Box 2042
CORPORATE POST OFFICE, 0074

Email:Careers@postoffice.co.za

Position Number: 60046601

Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only.
If you do not hear from the South African Post Office or its Agent within 3 months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. The South African Post Office Limited reserves the right not to fill this position or to re-advertise the positions at any time.

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Application Programmer at South African Post Office in Pretoria

Job Title: Application Programmer C3––2x Positions, PCI and Settlements IT Service Delivery
Reports to Manager: IT Post bank Production & Infrastructure–PCI-Settlements

Summation
The successful candidate will be responsible to a dopt the SDLC methodology in supporting Postbank PCI-and Settlements business and processes by developing, enhancing and maintaining application software.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and Implement the departmental operational plan
•Adopt the IT Service Delivery Strategy and roadmap pertinent to the application support of IT Postbank’s PCI and Settlementst
o determine the future trends, strategic direction and legal implications and feed into manager
Manage IT Postbank PCI and Settlements
•Troubleshoot incidents and Handle Client Queries
•Proactively research and locate the necessary tools and processes to identify troublesome trends as they develop
•Evaluates user request for new or modified program, such as for financial services
•Maintain Systems and Platforms
•Attend to peak and off-peak service demands to resolve complex problems to deliver consistent quality service to clients within predefined services levels
•Enter data pertaining to the status of service request into the service desk incident management system(Remedy)
•Be involved in application testing
•Keep abreast of technical enhancements and have knowledge across the department-specific applications
•Configure, install and maintain necessary solutions to provide an environment to run production applications and perform development
•Provide feedback to the relevant role players as and when necessary
•Ensure that problems and incidents are resolved within SLA and OLA requirements
•Compile statistics and reports on IT Postbank PCI and- Settlements Provide Expert Consultation/Advice
•Design Solutions
•Conduct an impact study to determine the possible effect on the current-and associated systems
•Complete consultation actions within allocated times frames
•Identify the information/resolution required by the relevant role players
•Compile a final recommendation report for the implementation of the actions and its requirements
•Archive the final report for future reference purposes in accordance with the documentation management system requirements

Job Requirements, Skills & Knowledge

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
•National Diploma (NQF5) in: Information Technology, computer science or Business related Diploma
•At least 1-2 years practical experience in Information Technology environment
• Support and operational experience in the payments industry and systems
Technical /Legal certification
•Oracle Advanced PL/SQL ;SQL Programming /SQL,MCSD.NET,Visual C/C#,VBSScript,Java script,.NET Framework, Java 6.0,Xml,ASP.NET,ITIL V3 Foundation

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
•ITIL framework methodologies, service desk management, LA Management, system and end user applications, Financial Management, CT Technology, business processes, database concepts, operating systems, server and storage, web service, IS /Apache, Banking
industry
• Applications knowledge advanatges:EFT;MQ;Secre File Transfer Protocol

SKILLS ATTITUDES AND ATTRIBUTES:
•Self-starter, professionalism and influential
•Ability to use own initiative and work independently
•Willing to work long hours and work outside normal working hours
and standby duties
•Drivers licence and Own transport
•Able to function under pressure and make decisions under challenging circumstances

The South African Post Office is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment, especially with regard to race, Gender and disability.

Deadline Date: 05.02.2014
How to Apply:

vacancies and contact details for submission of applications

Send your CV to
The Senior Manager: Recruitment and Selection
Human Capital Management: Corporate
PO Box 2042 CORPORATE POST OFFICE, 0074

Email: Career@postoffice.co.za

Fax Number: 0866 883 531

Position Number: 60029188, 60030422

• Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. 

• If you do not hear from the South African Post Office or its Agent within 3 months of this

advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

• The South African Post Office Limited reserves the right not to fill this position or to re-advertise the positions at any time

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IT Production Monitoring Centre Administrator at South African Post in Pretoria

Job Title: Administrator: IT Production Monitoring Centre (C4) X1
Reports to Manager: IT Production Monitoring Centre

Key Responsibilities
•Pro-active monitoring of the availability of all production environment
•Providing first-line support, taking
preventative action and implementing workarounds when needed
•Logging, assigning, updating of the relevant Remedy incidents
•Following up and escalating problem incidents with other departments during the day-to-day operations, within
agreed service level a
nd operational level agreements
•Ensure that online data file transfers from and to third party clients systems take place on time
•Ensure that backups on cartridges of all critical and production systems are done as per the backup schedules
•Offering a professional service to internal and external customers
•Completing adhoc tasks as given by supervisor or manager from time to time
•Abiding by rules, guidelines and policies as stipulated

Job Requirements:
•Grade 12 or NQF equivalent
•Previous Hardware, Soft ware and Network experience/background (A+ and N+)
•Computer Literate
•MS Office Suite
•Windows Operating systems (Win XP, Vista)
•Knowledge and experience on the Remedy Application
•Knowledge around Service Desk
•IT Experience

Skills & Attributes
•Customer service orientation
•Telephone etiquette
•Interpersonal skills
•Analytical ability
•Problem solving skills
•Be able to work under pressure
•Good verbal communication and writing skills
•Punctual
•Friendly and easy to talk to
•Influential
•Quick thinker and learner

Contacts
The South African Post Office is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment, especially with regard to race, Gender and disability.


Deadline Date: 05.02.2014
How to Apply:

Send your CV to: The
Business unit:
Recruitment and Selection
Human Resources: Head Office
PO Box 2042, CORPORATE
POST OFFICE, 0074
Email:
careers@postoffice.co.za

Position Number: 60029 296
Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only
If you do not hear from the South African Post Office
or
Its Agent within 3 months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
The South African Post Office Limited reserves the right not to fill this position or to re-advertise the positions at any time

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Chief Teller at South African Post Office in Witwatersrand

Job Title:CHIEF TELLER (C1)
WITWATERSRAND
RETAIL Offices:Krugersdorp
Reports to:Branch Manager

Summation
The Chief Teller reports to the Branch Manager and is responsible for:
•customer service
•supervision and management of production and auxiliary staff
•operational management,
•financial-and stock management
•housekeeping

Key Responsibilities
The successful incumbent will be responsible for:
•Financial and stock management
•Staff Management
•Operational management:
o Determine and forecast work volumes and plan workflows in all branch work areas
o Ensure that office equipment and systems are operational
o Determine staff requirements and schedule staff
o Prepare and analyse operational reports
o Ensure that business focussed trading hours are offered
• Ensure effective customer services by:
o Constantly providing high level of customer service
o Manage queues according to set standards
o Ensure good housekeeping
o Prompt resolving of written/verbal queries

Requirements/Knowledge
•Grade 12 or NQF4
•Diploma with Financial, Banking or Operational
Management focus or NQF 5 equivalent will be an added advantage
•Level B drivers license will be an added
•3-4 years operational experience in consumer services.
• Supervisory/management experience within a
Post Office Branch will be an advantage
•Operational process and policies
•Relevant operational knowledge
•Knowledge of stock and cash management
•Fulfill the terms of FAIS, any related legislation or regulation and any guidelines or regulations issued by the Financial Services Board
•Operational system knowledge
•Product knowledge
•POS and Post Office specific system knowledge
•Knowledge of all relevant legislation (e.g. FICA, FAIS,PFMA, OHSA etc.)-if applicant do not comply, this may be regarded as a development area
•General knowledge of contracts and SLAs
•Knowledge of staff and resource management
•Ability to deal with grievance and disciplinary matters
•Knowledge of basic financial management
•Knowledge of customer services management
•Internal policies and procedures
•Knowledge of internal SLAs
•Work study principles

Skills/Attributes
•Relationship skills, Interpersonal skills , Problem solving skills, Analytical ability, Communication skills (verbal and written), Administrative skills, Financial management skills (Budgeting, accounting etc), Ambassador,Supervisory skills, Leadership skills, Business acumen, Time Management, Organising Skills, Process orientated, Personal financial, Management skills, Coaching skills, Responsibility, Work independently and in team, Accuracy, Punctual, Po-active approach, Presentable, Ability to work under pressure, Attention to detail,Customer Service orientated, Drive and results, orientated, Initiative, Integrity, Honest, Judgment, Computer
literacy, Presentation skills

Contacts
The South African Post Office is committed to the achievement and maintenance of
diversity and equity in
employment, especially with regard to race, gender and disability


Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only.
If you do not hear from the South African Post Office or its Agent within 3 months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
The South African Post Office Limited reserves the right not to fill this position or to re-advertise the positions at any time.

Deadline Date: 07.02.2014
How to Apply:

Send CV to:
The Senior Manager: Human Capital Management
Recruitment and Select
ion: Attention Thandi Ramaphosa
PO Box 31904
BRAAMFONTEIN
2017

Email:Thandi.Ramaphosa@postoffice.co.za

Position No: 600 25735

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Branch Manager at South African Post Office in Witwatersrand

Job Title: Branch Manager (C4-E)
Internal (Re-advertisement)
Witwatersrand Retail (Casual Worker employees are welcome to apply Office: Senderwood
Reports to Area Manager:Wits Central

Summation
Responsible for the effective overall management of a Post Office Consumer Services branch pertaining to the following and other important aspects. Due to low business volumes at level E branches, the relevant Branch Manager will also be required toperform counter and other production level duties.

•customer service delivery, and housekeeping
•staff management
•operational management,
•Stimulate income and control cost
•financial-and stock management

Key Responsibilities:
The successful incumbent will be responsible for:
•cost effective service delivery at a Post Office Consumer Services branch
•delivery of high quality customer service at a Post Office Consumer Service branch
•the effective financial management of a Post Office Consumer Services branch
•the effective stock management at a Post Office Consumer Services branch
•effective workforce management of a Post Office Consumer Service branch
•for the efficient operational management of a Post Office Consumer Services branch
•Continuous learning and growth
•Contributing positively towards the local Community

Requirements, Skills &Abilities
•Diploma with Financial, Banking or Operational Management focus or NQF 5
•At least 3 years operational experience in a retail or financial environment.
 Supervisory/management experience will be an added advantage
•Level B driver’s license will be an added advantage Post Office specific system knowledge
•Knowledge of all relevant legislation (e.g. FICA, FAIS, PFMA,OHS A, etc.)
•Relevant operational knowledge
•Knowledge of stock and cash management
•Operational system knowledge (POS)
•Product knowledge/customer services management
•Knowledge of internal policies and procedures
•Knowledge of staff and resource management
•Operational process and policies
•General knowledge of contracts and SLA’s
•Knowledge of basic financial management
•Fulfil the terms of FAIS, any related legislation or regulation and any guidelines or regulations issued by the Financial Services Board

Skills and Abilities
•Time management
Ability to work under pressure
•Organising skills
Relationship skills
•Coaching skills
Integrity and honesty
•Business Acumen
Interpersonal skills
•Personal financial
Problem solving skills
•Management/leadership skills
Analytical Ability
•Presentation skills Communication skills
•Attention to detail Financial management skills
•Customer Service orientated
Relationship skills
Administrative skills
•Drive and results orientated
•Computer literacy
The South African Post Office is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment, especially with regard to race, gender and disability.

Note: 

Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you do not hear from the South African Post Office or its Agent within 3 months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
The South African Post Office
Limited reserves the right not to fill this position or to re-advertise the positions at any time

Deadline Date: 07.02.2014
How to Apply:

OR Send CV:

The Senior Manager: Human
Capital Management
Recruitment and Selection
Attention: Thandi Ramaphosa
P O Box 31904
Braamfontein 2017
Email:Thandi.Ramaphosa@postoffice.co.za

Position No :60033174

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Senior Adminstrative Officer at South African Post Office in Pretoria

JOB TITLE: SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (B4)X1 AREA OFFICE: WITS CENTRAL
(WITS REGION)
Reports to Area Manager

Summation
Responsible for general administrative tasks as well as the obtaining, consolidation and reporting of operational results and information at a consumer Services Area Office.

Key Responsibilities
•Receive requests for and / or identify requirements for information/ documentation
•Request, retrieve and distribute information or documentation (electronic or written applications/ quotations/ enquiries/ orders/invoices/ etc.
•Scrutinise information and documentation for completeness / accuracy and do or arrange for the necessary improvements/ updating/ corrections where necessary
•Create/ develop and maintain local data bases, filling systems, etc. for the organizing, safe guarding and easy retrieval of documents and information
•Capture any non-electronic information in electronic format / electronic data bases or systems, where
necessary
•Evaluate legitimacy/ validity of applications/ enquiries / complaints/ orders/ invoices/ etc.
•Do financial calculations, prepare forecasts and prepare basic spreadsheets and graphs, where necessary
•Write motivations/ responses, i.e. memorandums, letters, etc.
•Prepare presentations
•Arrange, organise, associate and prepare documentation for approval and or dispatching
•File / safeguard documents and information in filling systems and databases
•Perform reception and secretarial functions when required
•Arrange meetings and workshops
•Compile daily and monthly reports i.e OSHA etc
•Minute taking
•Coordinate staffing activities

Minimum Requirements
•Grade 12 (NQF Level 4)
•Any further qualification in an administrative or related field will be an added advantage
•At least 3 years’ experience within a Consumer Services operational and/ or administrative environment Any customer service or operational support related experience will be and added advantage

Skills, Abilities and Attributes
•Computer literacy (at least MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Access and Outlook)
•Good organising abilities
•Good time management skills
•Able to maintain a high level of confidentiality
•Basic understanding of cash management as well as financial
and accounting principles
•Basic understanding of staff management systems and processes
•Basic understanding of operational processes and systems
•Basic understanding of office equipment and systems
•Basic understanding of stock management
•Basic understanding of safety and security arrangements and management
•Basic understanding of customer service and quality principles
•Basic understanding of the management and presentation of information
•Basic understanding of reception/secretarial duties
•Ability to handle and present detail information correctly
•Excellent verbal and written communication skills
•Excellent people and interpersonal skills
•Conflict resolution skills
•Assertiveness
•Excellent telephone skills and etiquette
•Coordination skills
•Minute taking skills

ATTITUDES
•Able to work under pressure and handle stress
•Have a pleasant disposition
•Assertive
•Team player
•Deal with non-routine matters
•Respect punctuality and regular attendance
•Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times


Deadline Date:10.02.2014
How to Apply:

Contacts:

• Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you do not hear from the South African Post Office or its Agent within 3 months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
  The South African Post Office Limited reserves the right not to fill this position or to re-advertise the positions at any time
• The South African Post Office is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment,especially with regard to race, gender and disability.

Deadline Date: 10.02.2014
How to Apply:

Send CV to:
The Senior Manager: Human Resources
Recruitment and Selection
P.O. BOX 31904
BRAAMFONTEIN, 2017

Careers to register your CV’s and to apply

Email: Thandi.Ramaphosa@postoffice.co.za
Fax Number: 0866 611 461

Position No : 60033487

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Administration Assistant Director at Department of Environmental Affairs in Pretoria

Job Title: Assistant Director: Administration (Office of the Director-General)
Ref No: COO01/2014
POST03/10
Salary: R252 144 (Total package of R349 855 per annum/conditions apply)
Job Location: Pretoria




Over view
Department of Environmental Affairs
The National Department of Environmental Affairs is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Department through the filling of these posts and candidates whose appointment / promotion / transfer will promote representivity will receive preference.

Requirements:
•    An appropriate recognized three year B degree and/or National Diploma in Public
•    Administration, Business Management or NQF of equivalent level or Grade 12 with extensive experience in the rendering of executive support services in a similar environment.
•    Good stakeholder liaison, interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
•    Good Co-ordination skills, financial management skills.
•    Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations.
•    Broad knowledge of Government’s Program of Action. Strong management experience.
•    Sound organizational and planning skills.
•     Project Management skills.
•    Good computer skills.
•     Ability to work independently and efficiently under pressure.
•    Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel.

Duties:
•    Provide administrative support to the Office of the Director-General: Management of incoming and outgoing documents in the office of the Director General, Managing incoming and outgoing correspondences, coordination and facilitation of responses for all enquiries including referrals, Manage filing system.
•    Assist with coordination of the Branch activities and project/program information.
•    Manage logistics for meetings.
•    Assist with writing reports, minute taking, and procurement of goods and services.
•    Liaise with departmental line functions and other relevant stakeholders for information.
•    Assist with collating of monthly expenditure reports.
•    Perform duties as directed by the supervisor.

Deadline Date: 31.01.2014
How to Apply:

Note:
•    Applications must be submitted on form Z83 and should be accompanied by a comprehensive CV and original certified copies of qualifications, ID and other relevant documents in order;
•    Take note that the Department will verify all qualifications and experience and that original documents must be submitted on appointment and all qualifications obtained abroad will be evaluated by SAQA.
•    Short listed candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine the suitability of a person for employment. Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only.
•    If you have not been contacted within 3 months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Applications:
Director-General, Department of Environmental Affairs,
Private Bag x 447, Pretoria, 0001
Or
Hand-delivered to:
315 Pretorius Street, Cnr Pretorius & Lilian Ngoyi
Streets, Fedsure Forum Building, 1st
Floor, North Tower, Room 106 (Information Centre)

For Attention: Ms K Selemela

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Special Projects Program Coordinator at Department of Environmental Affairs in Pretoria

Job Title: Program Coordinator: Special Projects (Contract ENDS31
December 2017) RE Post 03/09:
F No: COO17/2013
Salary: R252 144 per annum (plus 37% lieu of benefits)
Centre: Pretoria

Over view
Department of Environmental Affairs
The National Department of Environmental Affairs is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Department through the filling of these posts and candidates whose appointment / promotion / transfer will promote representivity will receive preference.

Requirements:
•    An appropriate 3 year Bachelors degree/ National Diploma in Public Management or Administration or equivalent relevant qualification plus relevant experience or  Grade 12 plus extensive relevant experience.
•    Certificate in Financial Management and Project Management will be an added advantage.
•     Experience in project management and financial management.
•    Planning and coordination skills; Good interpersonal relations skills;
•    Good communication skills (verbal and written);
•    Be able to work within any given timeframe and meet tight deadlines effectively and efficiently. Be able to work independently and also team spirited; Ability to work long hours;
•    Computer literacy.

Duties:
•    Provide overall coordination and management of selected Department of
•    Environmental Affairs’ (DEA) special projects.
•    Provide project coordination services to the project management of the Department’s Business Process Review (BPR) Project.
•    Provide project coordination services to the mapping and documenting of prioritized Business Processes and any other prioritized project.
•    Provide project administration support services to the Program Manager’s office.

Deadline Date: 10.02.2014
How to Apply:

Note:
•    Applications must be submitted on form Z83 and should be accompanied by a comprehensive CV and original certified copies of qualifications, ID and other relevant documents in order;
•    Take note that the Department will verify all qualifications and experience and that original documents must be submitted on appointment and all qualifications obtained abroad will be evaluated by SAQA.
•    Short listed candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine the suitability of a person for employment. Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only.
•    If you have not been contacted within 3 months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Applications:
Director-General, Department of Environmental Affairs,
Private Bag x 447, Pretoria, 0001
Or
Hand-delivered to:
315 Pretorius Street, Cnr Pretorius & Lilian Ngoyi
Streets, Fedsure Forum Building, 1st
Floor, North Tower, Room 10
6 (Information
Centre)
For Attention:
Ms K Selemela

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Control Environmental Officer at Department of Environmental Affairs in Pretoria

Job Title: Control Environmental Officer: Appeals and S24G
Ref No: LACE01/2014
POST 03/08
Salary: Appropriated Salary will be determined according to the regulatory framework based on OSD
Centre: Pretoria

Over view
Department of Environmental Affairs
The National Department of Environmental Affairs is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Department through the filling of these posts and candidates whose appointment / promotion / transfer will promote representivity will receive preference.

Requirements:
•    An Appropriate 3 year Bachelor’s degree in the environmental management/sciences / or social sciences field or relevant equivalent qualification,
•    A post-graduate qualification, attendance of environmental management or EIA courses will serve as an added advantage,
•    Qualification or attendance of GIS courses will serve as an added advantage.
•    Must have an extensive experience in administration and review of S24 G applications. Environmental Management Inspector (EMI) training will serve as an added advantage.
•    Working experience in the administration and review of EIA’s and the dynamics of EIA administration systems,
•    Thorough knowledge and experience of the National Environmental Management Act, as amended, in particular S24, thorough knowledge and experience of GN Regulation 543, 544, 545, 546 and 547 and its proposed amendments,
•    Thorough knowledge of integrated environmental management and its application,
•    Knowledge of sustainable development ideals and objectives,
•    Advanced computer literacy skills and relevant experience,
•    Project management skills,
•    Report writing skills,
•    Good communication skills (written, oral and graphic),
•    Good organizing, planning and reporting skills, Problem solver and strategic 9 thinker,
•    Ability to work individually and in a team, Ability to work under pressure without supervision and multi-task,
•     Applicants must be willing to travel extensively.
•    A valid driver’s licence.

Duties:
•    Administer the environmental authorization system in terms of NEMA, related to all national developments, Review EIA reports and recommendations made by Case Officers for all S24G applications, Facilitate and Coordinate Pre-application consultation with EAPs and relevant stakeholders;
•    Coordinate with the Directorate: Enforcement within the Department in processing and administration of S24G applications,
•    Support Regulatory Services with Compliance Monitoring & Enforcement,
•    Provide support to the Finance section within the Department, specifically related to S24G applications,
•    Participate in business planning for the Directorate,
•    Provide technical input and responses on all  S24G related appeals with Department, Develop, implement and adhere to all approved guidelines and standard operational procedures related to S24G applications,
•    Participate in environmental monitoring committees (EMC) or environmental liaison committees (ELC) / Authority Committees (AC) for EIA authorizations issued Provide technical input into CD: IEA correspondence,
•    Ensuring the planning and implementation of all developments take environmental considerations into account,
•     Representing the Department on relevant committees, forums, etc.
•    Mentoring, managing and supervising environmental officers.
•    Respond on Appeals, Ministerial and Parliamentary Questions

Deadline Date: 10.02.2014
How to Apply:
Note:
•    Applications must be submitted on form Z83 and should be accompanied by a comprehensive CV and original certified copies of qualifications, ID and other relevant documents in order;
•    Take note that the Department will verify all qualifications and experience and that original documents must be submitted on appointment and all qualifications obtained abroad will be evaluated by SAQA.
•    Short listed candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine the suitability of a person for employment. Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only.
•    If you have not been contacted within 3 months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Applications:
Director-General, Department of Environmental Affairs,
Private Bag x 447, Pretoria,
0001
Or
Hand-delivered to:
315 Pretorius Street, Cnr Pretor
ius & Lilian Ngoyi Streets, Fedsure Forum Building, 1st
Floor, North Tower, Room 106 (Information
Centre)
For Attention:
Ms K Selemela

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Conservation Management Control Biodiversity Officer at Department of Environmental Affairs

Job Title: Control Biodiversity Officer: Conservation Management
Ref No.: POST 03/07
NO: BC01/2014
Salary: Appropriate salary will be determined according to the regulatory framework based on OSD
Centre: Pretoria

Over view
Department of Environmental Affairs
The National Department of Environmental Affairs is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Department through the filling of these posts and candidates whose appointment / promotion / transfer will promote representivity will receive preference.

Requirements:
•    An appropriate 3 year Bachelors degree/diploma or equivalent qualification in Natural Sciences, Environmental Sciences/Management.
•    General administrative, organizational and diplomacy skills as well as knowledge of project management and scientific principles that govern the conservation of the ecosystems and habitats.
•    Good interpersonal and communication skills.
•    Ability to develop interpret and apply policies.
•    Knowledge and skills in formulating and writing reports.
•    Ability to work under pressure and represent the unit at meetings.
•    Willingness to travel.
•    Computer literacy.
•    A valid code 8 or B driver’s licence.

Duties:
•    Ensure effective conservation management through development and implementation of conservation framework for TFCA’s in order to complement the TFCA 2010 strategy.
•     Oversee development and implementation of conservation and development plans and projects for each TFCA.
•    Promote heritage conservation and community participation through integration of relevant aspects into biodiversity conservation plans.
•    Facilitate the establishment of community conservation areas within TFCAs.
•    Strengthen creation of ecological networks, wildlife corridors and migratory routes.
•    Support management of animal disease control matters. Assist in development and implementation of the SADC translocation policy.
•    Promote cross-border research, technology transfer and law enforcement. Support harmonization of biodiversity conservation and tourism.
Deadline Date: 10.02.2014
How to Apply:

Note:
•    Applications must be submitted on form Z83 and should be accompanied by a comprehensive CV and original certified copies of qualifications, ID and other relevant documents in order;
•    Take note that the Department will verify all qualifications and experience and that original documents must be submitted on appointment and all qualifications obtained abroad will be evaluated by SAQA.
•    Short listed candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine the suitability of a person for employment. Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only.
•    If you have not been contacted within 3 months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Applications:
Director-General, Department of Environmental Affairs,
Private Bag x 447, Pretoria,
0001
Or
Hand-delivered to:
315 Pretorius Street, Cnr Pretorius & Lilian Ngoyi
Streets, Fedsure Forum Building, 1st
Floor, North Tower, Room 106 (Information
Centre)

For Attention:
Ms K Selemela

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Control Biodiversity Officer at Department of Environmental Affairs in Pretoria

Job Title: Control Biodiversity Officer: Biodiversity Sector Economy
Incentives Ref No: BC02/2014
POST 03/06
Salary: Appropriate salary will be determined according to the regulatory framework based on OSD
Centre: Pretoria

Over view
Department of Environmental Affairs
The National Department of Environmental Affairs is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Department through the filling of these posts and candidates whose appointment / promotion / transfer will promote representivity will receive preference.

Requirements:
•    An appropriate 3 year Bachelors degree/ diploma in Biological/ Natural Sciences, post graduate qualifications will serve as an advantage.
•    Appropriate work experience in the wildlife sector.
•    Extensive knowledge of the wildlife sector and current issues of the sector.
•    Appropriate experience in the development and implementation of policies in the biodiversity or wildlife sector. Ability to interact professionally with a range of stakeholders.
•    Well developed verbal and written communication skills.
•    The ability to compile, analyse and interpret technical data and reports. Good administrative skills.
•    The ability to work independently and under pressure.
•    Knowledge of public service human resource and financial practices.
•    A valid driver’s license.
•    Willingness to travel.
•    Fluency in Afrikaans will serve as an added advantage.
Duties:
•    Assist with initiatives for the development of the wildlife economy sector through development and implementation of valorization and beneficiation strategies.
•    Provide support in the development of a biodiversity economy for South Africa.
•    Assist in the development of transformation measures for the wildlife economy.
•    Provide support in the monitoring of national wildlife economy trends.
•    Coordinate with stakeholders on the development and use of economic instruments, policies and incentives for the utilization of wildlife resources.
•    Provide support in coordinating and implementing provisions of multilateral environmental agreements 8 pertaining to wildlife.
•    Collaborate and liaise with other departments and stakeholders on activities, programs and projects relating to the support and development of a national wildlife economy. Provide technical support to the Directorate, Department and other relevant structures as identified.

Deadline Date: 10.02.2014
How to Apply:
Note:
•    Applications must be submitted on form Z83 and should be accompanied by a comprehensive CV and original certified copies of qualifications, ID and other relevant documents in order;
•    Take note that the Department will verify all qualifications and experience and that original documents must be submitted on appointment and all qualifications obtained abroad will be evaluated by SAQA.
•    Short listed candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine the suitability of a person for employment. Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only.
•    If you have not been contacted within 3 months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Applications:
Director-General, Department of Environmental Affairs,
Private Bag x 447, Pretoria, 0001

Or Hand-delivered to:

315 Pretorius Street, Cnr Pretorius & Lilian Ngoyi
Streets, Fedsure Forum Building, 1st
Floor, North Tower, Room 106 (Information
Centre)

For Attention:
Ms K Selemela

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Senior Legal Administrative Officer at Department of Environmental Affairs in Pretoria

Job Title: Senior Legal Administrative Officer (MR6): Corporate Legal
Support Ref No: LACE03/2014
POST 03/05
Salary: R317241–R771 078 per annum (Conditions apply)
Centre: Pretoria

Over view
Department of Environmental Affairs
The National Department of Environmental Affairs is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Department through the filling of these posts and candidates whose appointment / promotion / transfer will promote representivity will receive preference.

Requirements:
•    An appropriate recognized LLB degree or an equivalent qualification coupled with supervisory skills and 8 years’ experience in the provision of legal services.
•    Applicants must be admitted as an attorney or as an admitted advocate who has passed the bar exam.
•    The ability to negotiate and draft contracts and international instruments.
•    Knowledge of PAIA, PAJA and the Constitution is essential.
•    Ability to interpret specific environmental legislation, issues affecting the environment and general environmental law is required.
•    Good verbal and written communication and negotiation skills are essential.
Duties:
•    Provide legal support to ensure compliance with legislation.
•    Provide legal advice, opinions and prepare legal documents for the Department;
•    Advice on the drafting and vetting of contracts and international instruments;
•    Provide strategic legal support to the Department; Facilitate compliance with PAIA and PAJA; and Provide legal education to Departmental officials.
Deadline Date: 10.02.2014
How to Apply:
Note:
•    Applications must be submitted on form Z83 and should be accompanied by a comprehensive CV and original certified copies of qualifications, ID and other relevant documents in order;
Take note that the Department will verify all qualifications and experience and that original documents must be submitted on appointment and all qualifications obtained abroad will be evaluated by SAQA.
•    Short listed candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine the suitability of a person for employment. Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only.
•    If you have not been contacted within 3 months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Applications:
Director-General, Department of Environmental Affairs,
Private Bag x 447, Pretoria, 0001
Or
 Hand-delivered to:
315 Pretorius Street,
Cnr Pretorius & Lilian Ngoyi
Streets, Fedsure Forum Building, 1st Floor, North Tower,
Room 106 (Information
Centre)
For Attention:
Ms K Selemela

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Senior Legal Administration Officer at Department of Environmental Affairs in Pretoria

Job Title: Senior Legal Administration Officer (MR-6): Appeals and Legal

Review Ref No: LACE02/2014

Post 03/04:

Salary: R317 241–R771 078 (Conditions Apply)

Centre: Pretoria

Over view

Department of Environmental Affairs

The National Department of Environmental Affairs is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Department through the filling of these posts and candidates whose appointment / promotion / transfer will promote representivity will receive preference.

Requirements:

·         An LLB degree coupled with at least 8 years post qualification experience in the provision of legal services, and/or appropriate experience in the application of Environmental Law, Constitutional Law and Administrative Law.

·         Experience in the practical implementation of the provisions entailed in law for responding to appeals lodged and the ability to interpret appeals received and the legal implications thereof will be an added advantage.

·          Good verbal and written communication skills, legal drafting and computer literacy are essential

DUTIES:

·         Provide legal support and legal advice to ensure compliance with relevant legislation.

·         Receive and study appeals assigned by the Director;

·         initiate the appeal 7 process within the relevant time frames;

·         receive and respond to all appeals related queries from stakeholders, including the appellants and applicants;

·         convene appeals committee meetings to discuss appeals depending on the complexity of the appeal;

·         attend to filing of finalised appeals in terms of internal filing policies and guidelines;

·          provide litigation support, including compilation of documents and court records, and attend to consultations with legal counsel on appeal decision taken on review;

·         prepare draft ministerial submissions and Appeal Decisions for the Minister of Water and Environmental Affairs.

Deadline Date: 10.02.2014

How to Apply:

Note:

·         Applications must be submitted on form Z83 and should be accompanied by a comprehensive CV and original certified copies of qualifications, ID and other relevant documents in order;

      Take note that the Department will verify all qualifications and experience and that original documents must be submitted on appointment and all qualifications obtained abroad will be evaluated by SAQA.

·         Short listed candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine the suitability of a person for employment. Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only.

·         If you have not been contacted within 3 months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Applications:

Director-General, Department of Environmental Affairs,

Private Bag x 447, Pretoria,

0001

Or hand-delivered to: 

315 Pretorius Street,

Cnr Pretorius & Lilian Ngoyi

Streets, Fedsure Forum Building, 1

St Floor, North Tower, Room 106 (Information

Centre)

For Attention:

Ms K Selemela

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