KNOWLEDGE AND INFORMATION SERVICES DIVISION

SECTION MANAGER: LANGUAGE SERVICES

We offer a market and industry competitive total to cost package.

The Parliament of the Republic of South Africa is a premier institution given its status as the legislative authority of South Africa. It is the only institution with the power to make laws for the country. Parliament is not just a building; it’s the heart of our democracy, where the country’s representatives gather to discuss important issues affecting the people, pass laws meant to promote the public good and promote accountability and transparency in governance. The two houses that make Parliament, the National Assembly and the National Council of Provinces, each with its distinct role and functions set out in the Constitution, work together to oversee the promotion of the constitutional values of human dignity, equality, non-racialism and non-sexism, human rights, and freedom.

JOB SUMMARY

As the Section Manager within Language Services, you will be responsible for the overall management and leadership of the Language Services Section within the parliament of the Republic of South Africa, ensuring the effective and efficient delivery of quality Language translation, interpreting, editing and Hansard reporting services for Parliament.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Strategic Planning and Management
• Operations Management
• Financial Management
• Human Resources Management
• Change Management
• Terminology development, Research and innovation

To qualify, you must have:

Honours Degree in Languages or related qualification at NQF Level 8. An 8-year relevant experience, of which 5 years must be at the management level within a similar environment, delivering translation, interpreting, and transcribing services. Affiliation and experience with language boards will also be an added advantage. THIS POST IS SUBJECT TO A SIX (6) MONTHS PROBATION PERIOD.

You must also demonstrate:

• Sound knowledge of Parliamentary Hansard and processes
• Sound knowledge of Language translations, editing, transcribing and interpreting processes and procedures
• Sound knowledge and experience in interpreting, translating, editing, proofreading, transcribing, collating and indexing
• Advanced language editing skills
• High-level proficiency in English and other official languages
• Knowledge of the latest language technologies, machine translations, artificial intelligence and best practices
• Understanding of the Constitution of South Africa, particularly Chapter 4 and Sections 6,9,29,30 and 31, with reference to the mandate of Parliament and language matters.
• Understanding of the use of Official Languages Act, Act 12 of 2012
• Understanding of the Financial Management of Parliament and Provincial Legislatures Act, Act 10 of 2009
• Knowledge of Parliament’s Language Policy and appreciation of implantation implications
• Knowledge of Parliamentary processes
• Understanding of participatory democracy and political dynamics
• Knowledge of Financial, Human Resources & Management Project Management processes and practices
• Ability to develop and implement policy

Behavioural Competencies:

• Excellent leadership skills
• High energy with a sense of urgency
• Exceptional interpersonal competence
• Experience in managing and leading teams through change
• Ability to set clear objectives and lead a large team
• Professional vision and commitment to making a difference
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work under sustained pressure
• Stress management (personal & self -management)
• Possess a high level of ethics and integrity and have a strong sense of Organisational Awareness
• Focussed on delivery results and meeting client's expectations
• Excellent systems thinking ability
• Strong tact and diplomacy skills

What you will experience working at Parliament:

In return for your hard work, we offer meaningful and engaging work. We are passionate about making a difference. Joining us means you will be tackling exciting challenges and working on innovative projects that positively impact the nation and the world. We are committed to recognising and rewarding your dedication and high performance. We are invested in your growth and development and offer numerous growth-promoting opportunities and resources, such as a bursary scheme and numerous learning and development opportunities. Our culture is collaborative and inclusive. We value teamwork and believe that together, we can achieve extraordinary results. When you join us, you will become part of a community driven by the need to serve the nation. Hard work is not all there is to us. Your well- being is important to us, and we promote work practices that enable a healthy work-life integration, supported by our hybrid work arrangements that combine in-office and remote work. Our wellness program, including various sporting codes, is designed to promote emotional and physical well-being. In addition to the above, we offer a highly competitive remuneration package.

About Us

Working at the Parliament of South Africa is a unique opportunity. No matter where you are placed in this premier institution, you will be part of a truly remarkable and exceptional team that serves the people of our great country and shapes the course of our nation's history every day. If promoting the public good is what drives you, if you are passionate about shaping a brighter future for the citizens of South Africa, and you are ready to be part of something extraordinary where you can shine and make a real impact on the people of our country, then Parliament is the place to be. We would like to hear from you if you are also a dynamic individual who values professionalism, openness, integrity, teamwork, accountability, responsiveness and mutual respect. Our doors are open, and we are inviting you to become a part of this incredible journey.

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