Deputy Director: Western Cape Provincial Police Ombudsman, Ref No. CS 17/2020 Details Closing Date 2020/11/02 Reference Number WCG200930-4 Tracking Number CS 17/2020 Job Title Deputy Director: Western Cape Provincial Police Ombudsman, Ref No. CS 17/2020 Department Community Safety Salary level 11 Enquiries Mr JJ Brand at (021) 483 9472 Job Type Permanent Location Country South Africa Location Province Western Cape Location Town / City Cape Town Job Purpose The Department of Community Safety, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual who will be responsible for the overall process and management of the office of the Western Cape Provincial Police Ombudsman (WCPPO). This post is stationed in Cape Town (CBD). Minimum Requirements An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree); A minimum of 3 years relevant management level experience. Recommendation An appropriate Legal qualification (e.G. LLB or equivalent) Key Performance Areas Ensure the following: Handling of complaints/investigations; The developments and maintenance of the database of complaints and a case-flow management system; Provisioning of a secretariat support service to all meetings and general office support services for the WCPPO; Consult / Liaise with relevant role-player; Prepare and submit reports to Ombudsman, MEC and other stakeholders; Track and manage resolutions from complaints and refer complaints to any other competent authority; Co-ordinate functions and activities with other authorities that have jurisdiction in terms of complaints against police; Develop procedures and guidelines for handling of complaints; Compile procedures for non-compliance or obstruction of Ombudsman / investigating officer; Ensure effective management of the Office of the financial management, human resource and procurement processes of the office. Competencies Knowledge of the following: South African Police Act and Constitutional Dispensation; Role of civilian oversight structures; Standing Orders of SAPS; Information systems. Understanding of: The social make up of communities; Developmental issues facing societies; Group dynamics and diversity; Skills needed: Formulation and report writing; Organizing and planning; Sound problem solving; Public and interpersonal relations; Verbal and written communications; Maintenance of sound labour relations; Team building / Motivation. Ability to: Work under pressure and with diverse people; Apply relevant directives. Remuneration All-inclusive salary package of R 733 257 per annum (Salary level 11)Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service (MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees' service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements. Notes Note: Only applications submitted online will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time as determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/ proficiency test. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.Kindly note that technical support is only available from Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 16.00. Should you experience any difficulties with your online application you may contact the helpline at 0861 370 202. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. This project is an initiative of the Western Cape Government.
