ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: PAYMENTS

Special Pensions — PRETORIA HEAD OFFICE (Permanent, 1 post(s))

The purpose of the job is to supervise the administration of Special Pensions payment for GPAA. One permanent position for Assistant Director: Payment is currently available at the Government Pensions Administration Agency: Special Pensions Unit.

Duties:
The incumbent will be responsible for a wide variety of tasks which include but are not limited to the following: To ensure effective and efficient administration on payment on special pension: Supervise the generation of payment information. Validation and confirm particulars of beneficiaries. Validate information on payment schedules. Ensure that all payment vouchers are countersigned. Ensure that all payments are in line with special pensions payment prescripts. Supervise the resolution of audit queries related to payment of special pensions. Support the authorization of special pensions payment. Oversee the implementation of user parameters on CIVPEN system. Prepare and present reports efficient administration of payment for special pensions. Ensure effective operations management within office payment processes: Implement and maintain an Operational annual performance plan complemented by action plans for service delivery in the unit. Provide inputs and advice on policy development and ensure the effective implementation thereof. Ensure effective workflow and capacity planning. Implement and review all processes to ensure accuracy and efficiency in operations execution. Provide senior managers to enable achievement of operational GPAA strategic objectives. Implement, interpret and manage statistical information on service standards. Implement quality assurance and data quality strategies and actions. Implement a risk management plan and report on risk according to the required format. Generate and submit reports accurately and timeously. Inform the Senior Manager about work progress, problems and corrective measures applied. Management and development of staff: Manage the performance of the unit which involves coaching, mentoring and take corrective action where required, develop performance standards and evaluates team and individuals. Monitor staff regarding human resources such as leave, recruitment, grievances and discipline. Compile the work plans for the unit including the consolidation of the operational plans into the directorate’s overall work plan.

Requirements:
A relevant three (3) year National Diploma/Degree in Financial Management or equivalent qualification (at least 360 credits). Minimum 3-5 years relevant experience, With 2 years Supervisory/Junior management experience. knowledge of Employee benefits. knowledge of Public Finance and Management Act. Knowledge of Special Pensions Act. Knowledge of GPAA products & services. Knowledge of Driving. Knowledge of Retirement Fund industry. Knowledge of Change Management. Analytical skills. Customer relations. Problem Solving Skills. Communication skills. Financial management Skills. Organisation & Coordination Skills. Computer Literacy Skills. Motivational Skills. Customer Oriented. Ability to communicate at all levels. Ability to build strong network relationships. Work in a team. Ongoing personality.