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DEPUTY DIRECTOR: GENDER FOCAL POINT

Department of Sport, Arts and Culture · Pretoria 67

Closing date: 30 October 2026
Reference: DSAC-01/10/2026
Salary band: R 932 292
Application method: Email application

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Department: Department of Sport, Arts and Culture Location: Pretoria 67 Salary: R932 292 per annum, (an all-inclusive remuneration package), consisting of a basic salary (70/ 75% of the total remuneration package), State’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of basic salary) and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of applicable rules and guidelines. Requirements: Senior Certificate/Matric Certificate /Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent qualification; A minimum Three-year Degree/National Diploma (NQF level 6)/ Degree (NQF Level 7) as recognised by SAQA in Gender Studies / Sociology/ Public Management & Governance/ Humanitarian Studies/ Social Sciences/ specializing in gender and transformation development or any relevant gender studies qualification; 3-5 years relevant experience, at least 3 years at an Assistant Director level in transformation, gender mainstreaming, gender analysis, social inclusion or any relevant gender equality, and special programs/ projects environment; Valid driver licence; Knowledge and understanding of Gender and Disability mainstreaming in the Public Service; Knowledge of relevant legislations and policies, Transformation agenda in the public service; Knowledge of 194 International conventions/agreements on targeted groups; Knowledge and understanding of National Gender Knowledge of gender analysis; Knowledge of promoting human rights; Knowledge of Commission on Gender Equality Act; Public Service Transformation frameworks (Batho Pele, Diversity Management); Knowledge of Human Resource policies and governance structures; Knowledge of Reporting frameworks (EEA2/EEA4, DPSA templates, M&E tools); Knowledge of Public Service Act and Regulations; Knowledge of transformation policies and legislative frameworks; Understanding of convention on the elimination of all forms of discrimination against women (CEDAW); Presentation skills; Negotiation skills; Financial management and leadership skills; Ability to conduct research; Project management and administration skills; Computer literacy; Planning and organisational skills Policy Framework; Good communication and interpersonal relations; Problem solving skills; Ability to work independently and within a team; Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure. Duties: Develop and manage gender mainstreaming and transformation strategic plans; Champion gender equality and gender-responsive planning across the department; Provide advice on gender mainstreaming, transformation and diversity matters; Ensure implementation of national gender frameworks, policies and legislative prescripts; Manage the integration of gender perspectives into departmental strategic and operational plans; Oversee the maintenance of gender specialist networks and stakeholder partnerships database; Represent the Department in gender mainstreaming structures, forums, workshops and intergovernmental engagements; Prepare reports, speeches, presentations and briefi

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Requirements

✓Senior Certificate/Matric Certificate /Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent qualification
✓A minimum Three-year Degree/National Diploma (NQF level 6)/ Degree (NQF Level 7) as recognised by SAQA in Gender Studies / Sociology/ Public Management & Governance/ Humanitarian Studies/ Social Sciences/ specializing in gender and transformation development or any relevant gender studies qualification
✓3-5 years relevant experience, at least 3 years at an Assistant Director level in transformation, gender mainstreaming, gender analysis, social inclusion or any relevant gender equality, and special programs/ projects environment
✓Valid driver licence
✓Knowledge and understanding of Gender and Disability mainstreaming in the Public Service
✓Knowledge of relevant legislations and policies, Transformation agenda in the public service
✓Knowledge of 194 International conventions/agreements on targeted groups
✓Knowledge and understanding of National Gender Knowledge of gender analysis
✓Knowledge of promoting human rights
✓Knowledge of Commission on Gender Equality Act

Key responsibilities

•Develop and manage gender mainstreaming and transformation strategic plans
•Champion gender equality and gender-responsive planning across the department
•Provide advice on gender mainstreaming, transformation and diversity matters
•Ensure implementation of national gender frameworks, policies and legislative prescripts
•Manage the integration of gender perspectives into departmental strategic and operational plans
•Oversee the maintenance of gender specialist networks and stakeholder partnerships database
•Represent the Department in gender mainstreaming structures, forums, workshops and intergovernmental engagements
•Prepare reports, speeches, presentations and briefing documents on gender mainstreaming and transformation matters
•Facilitate awareness programmes on Gender Based Violence (GBV), sexual harassment, gender rights and diversity
•Facilitate the implementation of departmental gender mainstreaming programmes and initiatives