Independent Contractors

1 month ago

Sandton, South Africa Inseta Full time

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Design, code and implement systems for a variety of INSETA data processing needs; perform data administration, data migration, user requirements gathering and analysis, enhancements of existing systems to meet changes in legislation and business processes; develop maintenance and user documentation to support systems; test and debug programs for accuracy and reliability; and user training.  

Key Performance Areas

Outputs

Applying technology

  • Tests new technologies, work processes and practices to make transactions and the collection of data and information more effective.
  • Evaluates recent technological innovations as they relate to workplace systems.
  • Integrates technology and information technology systems with workplace activities to resolve operational problems.
  • Ensures technology is adequate to help achieve business objectives.
  • Ensures staff has access to the appropriate technology.
  • Diagnoses performance issues, and determines appropriate development

approach to suit the individual’s learning style.

  • Paces the level and quality of instruction or coaching to allow assimilation of the learning matter
 
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Planning and organising

  • Translates objectives into specific plans.
  • Prepares clear plans and a strategic focus before starting to work on projects or implement initiatives.
  • Organises, prioritises, and schedules tasks so they can be performed within budget and with the efficient use of time and resources.
  • Measures progress and monitors performance and results.
  • Achieves goals in a timely manner, despite obstacles encountered, by organising, reprioritising, and re-planning.
  • Translates objectives into specific plans.
  • Sets goals and objectives relevant to the function and focuses on the citizen’s/customer’s needs.
  • Attends to and manages multiple tasks and details by focusing on key priorities and delegation to others.
  • Identifies and allocates resources.
  • Develops contingency plans for potential problems.
  • Co-ordinates work efforts when necessary to produce deliverables.
  • Arranges specific assignments or projects to challenge others and stretch their abilities and self-confidence.
  • Sources data, analyses it and converts it in reports and presentations.
  • Develops databases and tools for reports and web distribution.
  • Provides information in a format that is attractive, interesting, and useful.
  • Evaluates the effectiveness of data gathering and distribution channels (e.g.
  • web pages, call centres, complaints, etc.).
  • Seeks training opportunities for the continued update of skills.
  • Actively renews own personal and professional skills, applies them to new areas and remains current in area of work.
  • Regularly contributes to, and takes from, relevant professional forums/bodies of knowledge.

Managing interpersonal conflict and resolving problems

  • Views opposing parties as equal partners in terms of their right to express their own viewpoints.
  • Patiently listens to and makes an effort to understand other viewpoints.
  • Acts calmly and rationally in conflict situations with empathy and self-detachment.
  • Demonstrates a willingness to see things from the other’s point of view.
  • Enthusiastically accepts and promotes change.
  • Encourages self-reliance and is approachable and reliable.
  • Offers own expertise to peers, stakeholders.
  • Invests time in coaching and mentoring

Network and building bonds

  • Builds and maintains alliances and networks of citizens/customers, colleagues and interest groups inside and outside the Ministry and Department.
  • Shares with colleague’s information obtained through participation in joint projects.
  • Utilises informal opportunities to go to official gatherings or task forces or gains access to the most useful development opportunities.
  • Builds visibility by improving quality of work, publicising work, teaching and developing others, communicating skills and “standing out from the crowd” (memorability).
  • Recognises the people who should be part of your network and the contribution they can offer.
  • Develops good working relationships with people so that they reciprocate, based on a good knowledge of your work quality, knowledge and a high degree of trust.
  • Leverages own strengths more productively by making alliances with others who have skills that are different yet complementary by finding new skills and new ways of working

Special projects and/ or focus areas

  • Analysis, development, and implementation of the MIS system.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Qualifications

Minimum Requirement: Grade 12 or equivalent and a relevant Bachelor’s degree qualification (NQF Level 7) in MIS, CIS, Computer Science, Data Science, Informatics or Business Analytics.

Preferred Requirement: NQF 8 qualification in MIS, CIS, Computer Science, Data Science, Informatics or Business Analytics.

Experience

Minimum Requirement:

A minimum of Five (5) years’ experience with experience of Full Stack Development skills preferably in the public sector  as an Independent Contractor

 

Full Stack Development skills

Certification in Odoo or Python

Experience in Python, XML, JavaScript, SQL, CSS3, HTML 5, and other languages and databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, SQL), web servers (e.g., NGINX) and UI/UX design, Microsoft Azure DevOps, GitHub; working knowledge of Linux OS.

Understanding of the SETA’s Reporting processes such as NLRD and SETMIS and be able to develop and implement the files

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Knowledge

Knowledge and understanding of the PFMA and NT regulations

Knowledge and understanding of the appropriate legislative and regulatory frameworks. (PPPFA, BBBEE etc.)

ITIL and Cobit frameworks for application in the Service Management and Corporate Governance fields.

ISO Security standards 27000 series

Skills

  • Data interpretation skills
  • Project Management Skills,
  • Change Management Skills
  • Apply communication principles, strategies and processes in a leadership role
  • Apply the concept and principles of knowledge management to leadership
  • Apply visionary leadership to develop strategy
  • Communications Skills
  • Contract Management Skills
  • Risk Management Skills
  • Business Management Skills
  • Budget Management Skills
  • Presentation Skills

Character Traits

  • Accountable
  • Assertive
  • Confident
  • Authoritative
  • Honest
  • Committed
  • Detail Oriented
  • Result oriented

Tools of Trade

 

The Independent Contractor must his/her own tools of trade for the duration of contract as well as signing a confidentiality and nondisclosure agreement in line with POPIA provisions

The Insurance Sector Education and Authority (INSETA) is an equal opportunity employer committed to Employment Equity and diversity with opportunities afforded in line with the approved Employment Equity Plan.

Preference will be afforded to candidates from under-represented designated groups and people living with disabilities.

INSETA reserves the right not to make an appointment and correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. All appointments are subject to vetting processes.

If you meet the above requirements and wish to apply, submit your CV and qualifications to the unique email address below:

Application email address:

No late applications will be accepted.

Closing date: 31 October 2024

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