Deputy Director: Disability Management (Colonel) - SAPS

POST: Deputy Director: Disability Management (Colonel)

LOCATION: Employee Health and Wellness, Quality of Work Life, Head Office, Pretoria

LEVEL OF REMUNERATION: MMS, R 876 513 per annum

REFERENCES: HRM11/2022 (1 post)

Core Functions:

• Facilitated the development and implementation of disability management strategic guidelines and related processes.
• Facilitate the promotion of anti-stigmatization and a non-discriminatory environment for persons with disabilities.
• Create equal opportunities for employees with disabilities.
• Create a barrier-free environment for employees with disabilities.
• Stakeholder engagement regarding the disability agenda.
• Financial management and monitoring of the allocated budget.
• Management of human and physical resources of the Disability Management sub-section.

Generic Requirements:

• Applicants must display competency in the post-specific functions of the post;
• Be in possession of a Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or National Certificate (Vocational) recorded on the National Record Database (NLRD) on at least NQF level 4;
• Proof of academic record of qualifications/s from recognized institutions (SAQA accredited);
• Be (proficient) in at least two official languages, of which one must be English;
• Must be a South African citizen;
• Be in possession of at least a valid light motor vehicle driver’s license;
• Must have no previous convictions or pending criminal/departmental/civil cases;
• Must not have tattoo/s marks which will be visible when wearing the SAPS summer uniform;
• Applicants will be subjected to a vetting process which will include security screening and fingerprint verification;
• Computer literacy;
• Good interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, conflict resolution and organizational skills;
• Analytical,self-management and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to work in a diverse group;
• Ability to work under pressure and willing to travel extensively;
• Relevant courses in the field of the posts may be an added advantage.

Additional Requirements:

• Applicants must be in possession of at least an NQF level 7 or higher accredited by SAQA (Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Nursing) or related qualification.
• Must be registered with the relevant professional regulatory/legislative body and must produce proof of registration for the 2022/2023 financial year.
• Must have a minimum of at least 4 years of appropriate experience in the field of Disability Management of which 3 years must be at a supervisory level.
• Must have extensive knowledge of relevant legislation and policies.
• Project Management will serve as an added advantage.
• Must have the ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team and be able to market Disability Management services.