Head of Department and Accounting Officer

Introduction

The Department of Sports, Recreation, Arts, and Culture is seeking a head of department and accounting officer. The successful candidate will serve as the Head of Department and Accounting Officer for the Department of Sports, Recreation, Arts, and Culture, providing strategic leadership and oversight across departmental operations, cultural affairs, sports development, and district services.

Department: Office of the Premier
Directorate: Office of the Premier
Chief Directorate: Office of the Premier
Programme Name: Office of the Premier
Location: Bhisho, South Africa
Salary Level: 15
Remuneration: An all-inclusive remuneration package of R1,741,770 per annum, plus a non-pensionable HoD allowance (10% of the package), structured per applicable rules and guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Leadership
   • Provide planning and strategic direction for departmental operations.
2. Cultural Affairs
   • Oversee the coordination and promotion of arts, culture, and heritage services.
   • Support museum, language, literature, and library services in the province.
3. Sports and Recreation
   • Enhance provincial sports and recreation services, including infrastructure and community development programs.
4. District Operations
   • Ensure effective district support services and the promotion of community-based development projects.

Minimum Requirements

1. Education: NQF Level 8 qualification (recognized by SAQA), preferably in management sciences or a field related to sports, recreation, arts, or culture.
2. Experience: A minimum of 10 years of senior managerial experience, preferably within the sports, recreation, arts, or cultural environment.
3. Competencies: Strategic capability, leadership, financial management, program/project management, people management, service delivery innovation, change management, and knowledge of public service legislation and prescripts.

Additional Information

• Employment Equity: Females and people living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
• SMS Pre-Entry Certificate: Shortlisted candidates must obtain a Nyukela Certificate through the National School of Government.
• Applications:
  • Submit applications via the e-Recruitment System (Z83 form generated upon application).
  • Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents before the interview.
  • Misrepresentation in the application may lead to disqualification.

Enquiries

• For job-related questions:
  • Ms. N. Ntantiso: 072 346 8577
  • Mrs. Z. Mapipa: 060 872 9662
• For e-Recruitment queries:
  • Email: HODrecruitment@ecotp.gov.za

Take this leadership opportunity to drive excellence in sports, recreation, arts, and cultural development within the Eastern Cape.

Closing Date: 7 February 2025

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