• Reference Number : REFS/056332
• Directorate : Resource Management
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 1 317 384.00- R1 551 807.00 (All-inclusive remuneration package)
• Enquiries : Ms Khanyisile Mafiri, Tel: (011) 355 6060

Requirements :

• An NQF level 7 qualification in Security Management / Risk and Safety Management or related field. 5 years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level in the field of Physical Security, Administration, Technical Support, Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS), Communication and Security Investigations. Good Project, Financial and Human Resources Management skills. Planning and organising skills, Change Management. Excellent co-ordination, communication, networking, negotiation, presentation and multi-tasking skills. KEY COMPETENCIES: Demonstrable strategic leadership in security, risk, and workplace environment management, strong governance, policy implementation, and compliance monitoring capabilities. Effective stakeholder engagement; project and change management expertise, strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and report-writing skills; and comprehensive knowledge of relevant public sector legislation, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS), security prescripts, and related compliance frameworks. Ability to work under pressure and willingness to work long hours.

Duties :

• Provide strategic Information Security guidance to the Office of the Premier (OOP). Ensure compliance to Information security measures on Personnel, document and communication security. Co-ordinate and implement security awareness, appraisals and audits. Facilitate and implement Technical Surveillance Counter Measures to the Office of the Premier’s Executive Members and identified personnel. Manage comprehensive security administrative support. Develop and implement security administration systems. Manage Occupational Health and Safety in line with national policies. Manage and coordinate internal vetting process. Manage contingency, Business Disaster and Recovery plans in response to emergencies. Evaluate, advise, monitor and facilitate the implementation of technical security measures and counter measures. Conduct investigations, research, development, management, monitoring and evaluation of IDT security solutions. Co-ordinate needs assessments and the procurement of technical security assets. Manage risk and threat management system for Office of the Premier. Manage and monitor adherence and compliance to physical security policy, measure and standards. Render physical security services in line with the Minimum Physical Security Standards (MPSS), MISS, and other legal prescripts. Conduct risk profiling to identified personnel and the Executives and provide strategic interventions. Ensure safety at internal events in compliance to SASREA Act. Develop, implement and monitor policies, procedures and compliance to the Firearms Control Act and Procedures for OOP. Manage the development of inputs to the directorate budget, demand plan and procurement of services and ensure adherence to the relevant legislation. Manage the human, financial and other resources of the Directorate to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of services.

Notes :

• APPLICATIONS: Applications must be submitted ONLY online at www.gautengonline.gov.za. NOTE. Applicants must submit a fully completed and signed new Z83 Form; a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV); and the relevant reference number quoted on the application. Applications submitted by email, fax, post or hand delivery will not be accepted. Failure to submit all the required documents will result in the application not being considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, identity documents and other supporting documents on or before the interview date, as directed by Human Resources. Applicants with foreign qualifications must submit a SAQA evaluation certificate if shortlisted. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. Attend a DPSA-prescribed SMS Competency Assessment if recommended by the Selection Committee following the interview process. Appointment to an SMS post is subject to successful completion of the Nyukela Pre-Entry Programme (Certificate for Entry into the SMS) offered by the National School of Government (NSG). The successful candidate must provide proof of registration and successful completion of the programme prior to appointment. The cost of the programme is for the applicant's own account. For further information visit: www.thensg.gov.za/training. The successful candidate will be required to sign a Performance Agreement within three (3) months of assuming duty, disclose their financial interests in accordance with applicable regulations. Undergo personnel suitability checks, including criminal record, citizenship, credit, qualification and employment verification. The Gauteng Office of the Premier is committed to the principles of Employment Equity and fair representation. In line with the Department's Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups. Particular consideration will be given to African females, Coloured males, Indian males, Indian females, White males, White females, and persons with disabilities, in order to promote equitable representation within the Department. By applying, applicants consent to the processing of their personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. The Gauteng Office of the Premier reserves the right not to fill, withdraw or cancel the advertised post at any stage of the recruitment process. The Gauteng Office of the Premier thanks all applicants for their interest. No late applications will be considered. Applicants can view the full details of the advert on the Public Service Vacancy Circular (www,dpsa.go.za) Circular 32 of 2026 or on the GPG Professional Job Centre (Gauteng.gov.za).

Employer : Office Of The Premier

Location : Johannesburg

Closing Date : 22-09-2026

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.