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Job title : Executive: Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA) REF: IR1/10/2024
Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg
Deadline : November 11, 2024
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REQUIREMENTS
- Matric Certificate plus an LLB Degree at National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Level 8 as recognised by South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA);
- Relevant experience as a Legal Practitioner (Admission as Advocate or Attorney);
- 8-10 of relevant experience at Senior Management Level of which five (5) years must be post admission experience as Advocate or Attorney;
- Knowledge of relevant International or Regional Treaties; and
- Valid Driver’s licence.
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
- Knowledge of POPIA and PAIA, Regulatory Frameworks, Strategic Planning, Monitoring and Reporting, Financial Management Skills, Project Management Skills, Analytical Skills, Strategic Capability and Leadership, People Management and Empowerment, Legal Drafting and Dispute Resolution skills, Application and Interpretation of Law, Policy Development and Interpretation, Research and Analysis skills, Excellent knowledge of stakeholder Management principles and practices, Excellent Stakeholder Management Skills, Excellent Written and Verbal Communication, ability to work with diverse communities and proven ability to interact with high level officials in the Private and Public sector.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
- Manage handling of complaints and the conducting of investigations;
- Manage monitoring of compliance with provisions of PAIA by Public and Private bodies;
- Manage enforcement of PAIA;
- Manage consultations with interested parties;
- Manage development and compliance with Codes of Conduct;
- Develop Division’s Annual Performance Plan (APP) and Operational Budget;
- Prepare and align Divisional budget with the operational plans;
- Submit monthly, quarterly and annual performance reports against the implementation of the Annual Performance and Operational Plans.
- Manage and provide leadership to the division;
- Effectively and efficiently manage all the resources allocated to the Division.
- Ensure provision of policy and strategic direction of the PAIA Division.
How to Apply for this Offer
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
- The above-mentioned position is permanent and appointment will be done in terms of section 47 of the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA) as the enabling Act.
- Applications must be submitted on a new application form for employment (Z83) which came into effect on 1 January 2021. The new Z83 for can be downloaded at www.dpsa.gov.za-vacancies or https://inforegulator.org.za/vacancies/.
- Received applications with an incorrect Z83 form will not be considered.
- Ensure that the Z83 form is signed and dated before you submit your application. Please use your signature or valid e-signature and your name written in block/typed print. A Z83 not signed and dated will be deemed regret.
- Candidates are advised to complete all the sections of the Z83 Form in full (A to G and Declaration) and indicate whether they belong to professional bodies and have criminal record or not.
- A detailed and recent CV with two (2) contactable referees must be attached.
- Certified copies of qualifications that are not older than six (06) months and Identity Document or Passport document will be requested from the short-listed candidates.
- Should a candidate be in possession of foreign qualification(s), such must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate obtained from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) to confirm the appropriate National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Level.
- Candidates for permanent positions must indicate their current Salary Notch on their CV, particularly on employment history.
- Applications can be submitted by courier, hand delivery or email.
- Candidates who choose to email their applications should adhere to the following instructions:
- Write the correct name of the position and reference number as the subject on the email.
- Due to size requirements of our mailbox, applicants must zip their documents before submitting to the Regulator.
- It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that his/her application is delivered in the correct mailbox of the Regulator.
- The Regulator will not take responsibility for any email which was not delivered.
- Applicants are advised to use the provided alternative ways of submitting their applications should they experience problems when submitting online.
- Failure to comply with any of the above instructions will result in the application being disqualified.
- Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
- If an applicant wishes to withdraw an application, it must be done in writing.
- As part of the selection process, shortlisted candidates may be subjected to processes such as Security Screening, Reference Checks and Qualifications Verification.
- Successful candidates will serve probation for a period of twelve (12) months.
- Any successful candidate in one of the advertised positions will be required to enter an employment contract and also sign a Performance Agreement on an annual basis.
- It is the Regulator’s intention to promote equity and representativity through the filling of these posts and to facilitate this process, an indication of important demographic information such as race, gender and type of disability, if any, is required.
- Due to high volume of applications anticipated, there will be no acknowledgement of applications and further communication will only be made with the shortlisted candidates.
- The successful candidate must possess Senior Management Service (SMS) Pre-Entry Certificate, (referred to (Nyukela Certificate), that is endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG). Nyukela Certificate must be submitted before appointment for successful candidate can be finalised. The course is available at the NSG website under the name Certificate for entry into SMS and the full details can be obtained by clicking the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme//
- Candidates who do not comply with the instructions will be disqualified.
- Applicants who do not receive feedback within three (3) months after the closing date must accept that their applications were unsuccessful.
- The Regulator reserves the right to withdraw any advertised position or not to appoint.
- Enquiries related to the above posts may be directed to [email protected]
CLOSING DATE: 18 OCTOBER 2024 AT 16H00
Applications may be submitted as follows:
By email as indicated on each advertisement
Hand delivery:
Place applications in the applicable box at the Security Area (Ground Floor)
27 Stiemens Street
JD House
Ground Floor
Braamfontein, Johannesburg
2017
Courier service:
For attention: Ms Moeahabo Madibana
INFORMATION REGULATOR
Human Resource Management
27 Stiemens Street
JD House
use, 4th floor
Braamfontein, Johannesburg
2017
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