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DEPUTY DIRECTOR: SPECIAL PROGRAMMES

Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism

Salary band

R 1 098 195

Closing date

28 September 2026

Reference

C6/26/6

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About this role

Department

Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism

Directorate

Strategic Management

Location

Head Office: Polokwane

Salary

R932 292 – R1 098 195 per annum (Level 11), (an all -inclusive remuneration package). Note: The remuneration package includes a basic (75% of packages), State contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of basic salary) and a flexible portion which can be structured according to the individuals’ personal needs.

Requirements

Grade 12 plus an NQF 6 qualification in Gender Studies / Disability Studies / Public Administration/Public Management / Development Studies / Human Resource Management, or equivalent related technical field as recognised by SAQA. Five (5) years’ experience in Special Programmes of which three (3) years must be at supervisory level (ASD level). Valid driver’s license (with exception of persons with disability). Skills And Knowledge: Knowledge and understanding of integrated special programs, planning, budgeting, development and implementation and monitoring of special programmes. Knowledge and understanding of Employment Equity, Affirmative Action measures including gender and disability mainstreaming policies. Strong supervisory skills, negotiation, networking and relationship building skills. Problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Organisational skills (planning, leading, budgeting, coordination, time management, work prioritisation). Excellent research, analytical, reporting writing skills. Programme and project management skills. Capable of maintaining quality whilst working under pressure and adhering to deadlines. Ability to work independently and as a team player. Results and performance driven.

Duties

Draft calendar of events for a financial year and maintain effective and efficient development and management of coordinated gender and disability mainstreaming programs. Provide strategic support and advice to the Director on gender, youth and disability mainstreaming related programs. Facilitate mainstreaming of gender, youth and disability into organisational planning, budgeting, monitoring, evaluation and reporting to ensure high level of compliance with policy. Promotion of the rights of women, persons with disabilities, older persons, children and youth. Facilitate and coordinate mainstreaming of gender, disability and youth into other directorates’ policies, project designs and activities. Facilitate effective implementation of gender and disability frameworks for achieving gender parity and empowerment of persons with disability and youth. Facilitate and coordinate Change Management engagements. Lead in the development, review and amendment of organisational policies and strategies related to mainstreaming of gender and disability to ensure organisational policies and strategies are gender sensitive and responsive. Coordinate departmental participation in national campaigns. Prepare and present monthly and/ or quart

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

  • ·Grade 12 plus an NQF 6 qualification in Gender Studies / Disability Studies / Public Administration/Public Management / Development Studies / Human Resource Management, or equivalent related technical field as recognised by SAQA
  • ·Five (5) years’ experience in Special Programmes of which three (3) years must be at supervisory level (ASD level)
  • ·Valid driver’s license (with exception of persons with disability)
  • ·Skills And Knowledge: Knowledge and understanding of integrated special programs, planning, budgeting, development and implementation and monitoring of special programmes
  • ·Knowledge and understanding of Employment Equity, Affirmative Action measures including gender and disability mainstreaming policies
  • ·Strong supervisory skills, negotiation, networking and relationship building skills
  • ·Problem-solving skills
  • ·Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • ·Organisational skills (planning, leading, budgeting, coordination, time management, work prioritisation)
  • ·Excellent research, analytical, reporting writing skills

Key Duties

  • ·Draft calendar of events for a financial year and maintain effective and efficient development and management of coordinated gender and disability mainstreaming programs
  • ·Provide strategic support and advice to the Director on gender, youth and disability mainstreaming related programs
  • ·Facilitate mainstreaming of gender, youth and disability into organisational planning, budgeting, monitoring, evaluation and reporting to ensure high level of compliance with policy
  • ·Promotion of the rights of women, persons with disabilities, older persons, children and youth
  • ·Facilitate and coordinate mainstreaming of gender, disability and youth into other directorates’ policies, project designs and activities
  • ·Facilitate effective implementation of gender and disability frameworks for achieving gender parity and empowerment of persons with disability and youth
  • ·Facilitate and coordinate Change Management engagements
  • ·Lead in the development, review and amendment of organisational policies and strategies related to mainstreaming of gender and disability to ensure organisational policies and strategies are gender sensitive and responsive
  • ·Coordinate departmental participation in national campaigns
  • ·Prepare and present monthly and/ or quarterly special programs reports for management engagement

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

  • Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
  • Check the advert before attaching ID or qualification copies. Supporting documents may be requested only from shortlisted candidates.
  • Include a copy of your valid driver's licence (front and back)
  • Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
  • Submit your complete application package to ddsbdrecruit77@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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The advertised salary band for this post is R 1 098 195. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

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