POST 08/27 : PROJECT COORDINATOR: LAND RIGHTS REF NO: 3/2/1/2020/075

DEPARTMENT OF RURAL DEVELOPMENT AND LAND REFORM

CLOSING DATE : 13 March 2020 at 16:00

NOTE : DRDLR requests applicants to apply manually by submitting applications on form Z83 obtainable from any Public Service department that should be accompanied by comprehensive CVs (previous experience must be expansively detailed) and certified (certification must not be older than 12 months) copies of qualifications, service certificates (in case of an OSD post), identification document and permanent residency/work permit. Reasonable accommodation shall apply for People with Disabilities (including where a driver’s licence is a requirement in a non-Occupational Specific Dispensation (OSD) post). Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. It would be appreciated if you can only attach course certificates applicable to the post requirements. Failure to submit the requested documents may result in your application not being considered. If you apply for more than one post, submit separate applications for each post that you apply for. Correspondence will be entered into with short-listed candidates within three months after the closing date of the post. If by then you have not been contacted for an interview you were not successful in your application. Important: DRDLR is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representivity in DRDLR through the filling of posts. We reserve the right not to fill a position.All applicants must be SA Citizens/Permanent Residents or Non-SA Citizens with a valid work permit. Applicants will be expected to be available for selection interviews and/or competency assessments at a time, date and place as determined by DRDLR. The Department reserves the right to conduct pre-employment security screening and the appointment is subject to a positive security clearance outcome. Applicants must declare any/pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations against them. Should this be uncovered during/ after the interview took place, note that the application will not be considered and in the unlikely event that the person has been appointed such appointment will be terminated.

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POST 08/27 : PROJECT COORDINATOR: LAND RIGHTS REF NO: 3/2/1/2020/075 Directorate: Tenure Reform Implementation Re-advertisement, applicants who applied previously must reapply

SALARY : R470 040 per annum (Level 10)

CENTRE : Western Cape (Clanwilliam)

REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma or Bachelor Degree in Humanities/Social Science. 3 – 5 years’ relevant working experience in Land Reform Environment. Job related knowledge: Land reform prescript and policies (Extension of Security of Tenure Act (ESTA), Land Tenure Act (LTA), and Interim Protection of Informal Land Rights Act) Community dynamics, Interpretation of statuses, Departmental filing procedure. Job related skills: Presentation, Facilitation, Communication, Project Management, People Management, Analytical, Research, Interpersonal Relations, Report writing. A valid driver’s licence. An initiate–self driven individual with the willingness to travel and work irregular hours.

DUTIES : Facilitate the implementation of Extension of Security of Tenure Programme. Respond to all enquiries on ESTA accordingly. Liaise with Justice Ministry, Department of Nature Conservation and Game Farmers, Conventional Farmers/Farm owners, Department of Labour, Farm Dwellers and Local Municipalities on ESTA/LTA. Draw up a database for monitoring and evaluation of intervention process of all cases. Conduct training workshops for staff and other role players in the land reform. Assist staff in District Offices to incorporate changes in Land Reform Policy and procedures into 28 their planning and implementation. Attend workshops and meetings on implementation of relevant Acts continually. Monitor and facilitate the implementation of Labour Tenants Programme. Address the LTA claims that have been lodged. Categories LTA Cases according to claimant’s settlements choices as required. Respond to all enquiries on LTA accordingly.

ENQUIRIES : Mr M Mafanya Tel No: (021) 409 0580

APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by post Private Bag X10, 7705, Mowbray, or Hand delivered at 1st floor No. 14 Long Street, Cape Town, 8001.

NOTE : African, Indian and White males and African, Coloured, Indian and White females and Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.