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Parliament of the Republic of South Africa
LEGISLATION AND OVERSIGHT DIVISION: COMMITTEES
CONTENT ADVISOR: PORTFOLIO COMMITTEE ON SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
5-YEAR PERFORMANCE-BASED CONTRACT
REF: TN/3231/2011/SIA
Parliament is elected to represent the
people, ensure government by the people under the Constitution, and to represent
the provinces in the national sphere of government.
Become part of the voice of Parliament where
we continuously strive to respond to the needs of the people, ensuring a better
quality life for all the people of South Africa.
Remuneration package: R690 535 p.a.
The incumbents will be responsible for co-ordinating
support/resources and developing and advising on strategy for oversight to
Committees, as well as quality assurance in respect of Committee Publications
(minutes and reports), co-ordinating the support services provided to the
Committee.
Key performance areas:
Operational planning and reporting
Procedural advice to committees
Quality assurance
Committees support
Budget analysis against service outcomes.
Requirements:
A relevant Masters degree in Science and Technology issues
Content analysis/advisory experience of no less than 5 years
Knowledge of Science and Technology issues and their impact on Government
planning, service delivery, poverty alleviation and economic growth
A demonstrably understanding of national policies and legal framework in this
area is required
A minimum of 5 years proven track record in Policy Analysis in the relevant
area
Of expertise.
Skills requirements include:
In-depth engagement with relevant disciplinary knowledge in its
interdisciplinary context
Locating, analysing, evaluating and critically using relevant information
Analytical and critical thinking
Creative problem-solving
Budget and finance analytical skills
In-depth analytical skills linked to budget/financial frameworks
Knowledge of Parliamentary policies, procedures and management systems
Operational planning and project management skills
Understanding of the sensitivities within a political environment
Proven organisational and administrative skills
Sound oral and written communication skills
Good interpersonal and creative skills
The ability to work in a team
The ability to work under sustained pressure
Computer literacy including: MS office packages, Internet, GroupWise and
e-mail
Stress management (self-management)
Extraordinary working hours
The ability to interact with executive authorities and provide strategic
advice
An understanding of the Public Finance Management Framework
Advanced presentation skills with a track record of papers submitted on the
subject matter.
Remuneration comprises a cost-to-company
package, which incorporates all the large-company benefits. The Parliamentary
Services Administration promotes and applies the principles of affirmative
action and equal opportunity. Successful candidates will be expected to sign a
performance contract.
Forward your covering letter and CV (not
Z83), containing full personal and career details, certified copies of
qualifications and ID and three contactable employment referees, to Ayanda
Mbanga Response Management, P.O. Box 833, Green Point 8051.
Alternatively, you may forward your application via e-mail to:
parliamentjobs@ct.amcomms.co.za
(quoting the post title and reference number in the subject line).
PLEASE NOTE: The name and reference number of
the post/s applied for must always be clearly indicated in all correspondence.
Candidates who do not submit the supporting documentation as requested, will not
be considered.
Closing date: 25 November 2011 at 16:30
Short-listed candidates will be subjected to
a positive security clearance by the South African Police Service and/or
National Intelligence Agency (NIA), citizenship and qualification checks and
competency-based assessments.
Parliament reserves the right not to make an
appointment. If you do not receive any response within two months of the closing
date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. Regret
correspondence will only be with interviewed candidates.
"If you apply, please say that you saw this first at Science in Africa"
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Parliament of the Republic of South Africa
LEGISLATION AND OVERSIGHT DIVISION: COMMITTEES
CONTENT ADVISOR: PORTFOLIO COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE, FORESTRY AND FISHERIES
5-YEAR PERFORMANCE-BASED CONTRACT
REF: TN/3151/2011/SIA
Parliament is elected to represent the people, ensure government by the
people under the Constitution, and to represent the provinces in the national
sphere of government.
Become part of the voice of Parliament where we continuously strive to
respond to the needs of the people, ensuring a better quality life for all the
people of South Africa.
Remuneration package: R690 535 p.a.
The incumbents will be responsible for co-ordinating support/resources and
developing and advising on strategy for oversight to Committees, as well as
quality assurance in respect of Committee Publications (minutes and reports),
co-ordinating the support services provided to the Committee.
Key performance areas:
Operational planning and reporting
Procedural advice to committees
Quality assurance
Committees support
Budget analysis against service outcomes.
Requirements:
A relevant Masters degree in Agricultural Science, preferably with
specialization in Forestry policy and Forestry use and Fisheries policy
Experience of no less than 5 years in agricultural policy analysis and advice,
forestry policy and its impact on sustainable forestry production
Content analysis/advisory experience of no less than 5 years
A minimum of 5 years proven track record in Policy Analysis in the relevant
area of expertise
Skills requirements include:
In-depth engagement with relevant disciplinary knowledge in its
interdisciplinary context
Locating, analyzing, evaluating and critically using relevant information
Analytical and critical thinking
Creative problem-solving
Budget and finance analytical skills
In-depth analytical skills linked to budget/financial frameworks
Knowledge of Parliamentary policies, procedures and management systems
Operational planning and project management skills
Understanding of the sensitivities within a political environment
Proven organisational and administrative skills
Sound oral and written communication skills
Good interpersonal and creative skills
The ability to work in a team
The ability to work under sustained pressure
Computer literacy including: MS office packages, Internet, GroupWise and
e-mail
Stress management (self-management)
Extraordinary working hours
The ability to interact with executive authorities and provide strategic
advice
An understanding of the Public Finance Management Framework
Advanced presentation skills with a track record of papers submitted on the
subject matter.
Remuneration comprises a cost-to-company
package, which incorporates all the large-company benefits. The Parliamentary
Services Administration promotes and applies the principles of affirmative
action and equal opportunity. Successful candidates will be expected to sign a
performance contract.
Forward your covering letter and CV (not
Z83), containing full personal and career details, certified copies of
qualifications and ID and three contactable employment referees, to Ayanda
Mbanga Response Management, P.O. Box 833, Green Point 8051.
Alternatively, you may forward your application via e-mail to:
parliamentjobs@ct.amcomms.co.za
(quoting the post title and reference number in the subject line).
PLEASE NOTE: The name and reference number of
the post/s applied for must always be clearly indicated in all correspondence.
Candidates who do not submit the supporting documentation as requested, will not
be considered.
Closing date: 25 November 2011 at 16:30
Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a positive security clearance by
the South African Police Service and/or National Intelligence Agency (NIA),
citizenship and qualification checks and competency-based assessments.
Parliament reserves the right not to make an appointment. If you do not
receive any response within two months of the closing date, please accept that
your application has been unsuccessful. Regret correspondence will only be with
interviewed candidates.
"If you apply, please say that you saw this first at Science in Africa"
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