• Reference Number : REFS/056331
• Directorate : Executive Support and Stakeholder Management
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 1 317 384.00- R1 551 807.00 (All-inclusive remuneration package)
• Enquiries : Ms Sylvia Mtshali, Tel: (011) 355 6280

Requirements :

• An NQF level 7 qualification in Social Sciences. An Honours Degree in Social Sciences or LLB Degree would be an added advantage. 5 years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level. Extensive experience in Governance and administration. Strategic planning and performance management. Government coordination and stakeholder relations. Policy development and implementation. Monitoring and evaluation. Executive support and parliamentary/legislative liaison processes. KEY COMPETENCIES: Strategic leadership and management; governance and compliance management; strategic planning, monitoring and performance management; policy analysis and development; stakeholder and intergovernmental relations management; project and programme management; financial and resource management; excellent communication and report-writing skills; problem-solving and decision-making; and people management and empowerment.

Duties :

• Provide strategic and technical support to the Leader of Government Business (LGB) in coordinating government business in the Gauteng Provincial Legislature and Gauteng Provincial Government (GPG). Provide support to National Council of Provinces (NCOP). Advise the Executive Council and LGB on legislative, governance, policy, and parliamentary matters. Coordinate, monitor, and manage the implications of Legislature questions, resolutions, petitions to the GPG, ensuring effective feedback and accountability mechanisms. Conduct policy analysis and research on Executive Council memoranda and provide strategic advice on matters tabled before Executive Council. Synthesize and track Executive Council decisions and resolutions, for the Governance and Planning sub-committee on Executive Council -related matters through policy guidance, environmental scanning, and coordination of strategic interventions. Manage the development, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of the Governance and Planning sub-committee Programme. Facilitate collaboration among departments and ensure alignment with provincial priorities, government policies, and Executive Council decisions. Track action plans and monitor the implementation of Executive Council programmes and decisions across departments. Lead and manage the Directorate, including human resources, financial resources, performance management, and achievement of operational targets.

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.