Limpopo Latest Government Vacancies | CHIEF DIRECTOR: PROVINCIAL OFFICE (REF NO: 3/1/1/1/2026/59)
| Job Title | CHIEF DIRECTOR: PROVINCIAL OFFICE REF NO: 3/1/1/1/2026/59 |
| Company | DPSA Government |
| Job Reference | 3/1/1/1/2026/59 |
| Category | Government |
| Location | Polokwane, ZA |
| Employment Type | Full Time |
| Date Posted | 2026-06-13T20:42 |
| Closing Date | 2026-06-29T22:40 |
| Status | Open for Applications |
| Salary | ZAR 850147 - 1554696 per year |
CHIEF DIRECTOR: PROVINCIAL OFFICE REF NO: 3/1/1/1/2026/59 - Job Description
Introduction
To apply for Limpopo Latest Government Vacancies | CHIEF DIRECTOR: PROVINCIAL OFFICE (REF NO: 3/1/1/1/2026/59), submit a completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae (PDF document to a maximum of 10 megabytes) via e-mail or hand delivery. The Department will not be held responsible for server delays. Late applications due to technical issues will not be considered. Shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies of required documents (Identity Document, qualifications, etc) where necessary and service certificates to support senior management experience to Human Resources before the interviews, including South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) evaluation reports for foreign qualifications. Failure to comply will result in disqualification.
To be appointed at Senior Management Service (SMS) level, you must complete the SMS Pre entry programme offered by the National School of Government (NSG). Find course details here: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry programme/ appointment is subject to successful competition of the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to SMS and submission of proof. Shortlisted applicants for the advertised vacancies will undergo two pre-entry assessments: a practical assessment and an integrity assessment, both of which form part of the selection criteria after the interview, the selection committee will recommend candidates for a generic management competency assessment, as per the Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) directives. The assessment will evaluate candidates’ managerial competencies using standardized tools.
NB: Please note that false or fraudulent qualifications submitted by applicants will be reported to the South African Police Services (SAPS), and a criminal case shall be opened. Applications: Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered. Do not submit duplicate applications. If applying for multiple posts, submit separate applications for each post. Applications submitted via email will be acknowledged via an automated response.
Applications received manually will not be acknowledged due to high volumes of applications received. If you have not heard from us within 3 months, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. Should, during any stage of the recruitment process, a moratorium be placed on the filling of posts or the Department is affected by any process such as, but not limited to, restructuring or reorganization of posts, the Department reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process and re-advertise the post at any time in the future. Important: DLRRD is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting retrospectivity and affirmative action. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates.
The Department reserves the right not to fill vacancies. By applying you consent to the collection and processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes. Shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for assessments and interviews at a date and time as determined by the Department. Shortlisted candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks, security vetting and reference checks (including social media profiles). Applications must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations. Successful candidates must pass security clearance, sign an employment contract, sign an annual performance agreement and disclose financial interests. All applicants are required to declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships of Boards and directorships that they may be associated with. Failure to disclose relevant information may result in disqualification or termination.
Responsibilities
Manage, oversee and monitor the implementation of departmental services
and programmed at provincial and district level. Coordinate the provision of
land acquisition services. Coordinate land development support. Provide
property management services. Coordinate implementation of land tenure and
land rights programmed. Provide spatial planning and land use management
services at provincial level. Manage and oversee the production and
submission of programmed and projects reports. Facilitate the implementation
of national development support initiatives.
Facilitate the implementation of
strategic land acquisition initiatives. Facilitate the implementation of property
management initiatives. Facilitate the implementation of tenure reform
initiatives. Render corporate and financial support services. Provide project
management services. Collate and provide project data to the office of the
Chief Director: Provincial Office. Direct and oversee the maintenance of
response handling systems to facilitate requests and queries from DLRRD
Head Office and external stakeholders. Facilitate the integration of planning,
resource allocation and performance management of outcomes of the
Provincial Office through the Corporate Governance Framework. Lead the
development and implementation of consistent corporate performance
monitoring and evaluation to focus on the delivery of Provincial Office annual
performance outcomes.
Ensure robust governance, effective decision making,
value for money and appropriate benefits are achieved through corporate
activity, policy and strategy frameworks. Provide assistance with the initiation,
management coordination and the implementation of strategic corporate
projects. Establish and maintain internal and external networks to monitor
trends and best practice in corporate governance. Manage and oversee the
rendering of financial, supply chain and corporate support services in the
Provincial Office.
Oversee human resource administration support. Oversee
safety and security services within the province. Manage records information.
Oversee information technology support services. Oversee communication
and events management services. Monitor and mainstreaming of gender and
transformation initiatives in development programme. Advise, liaise and
coordinate with district corporate services on issues that may arise. Provide
financial support services.
Provide supply chain, facilities and office
administration services. Liaise and interact with relevant stakeholders in the
province. Oversee and provide support in community participation, community
planning, corporate and operational planning, program performance reporting,
corporate project, policy, strategy and infrastructure development and
implementation and corporate governance development and implementation.
Ensure provincial compliance through management of information, risk and
audit. Monitor and track all departmental programmes and projects initiatives
Required Qualifications
Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in a possession of a Grade 12
Certificate and a Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in Public
Administration / Public Management / Business Administration / Management
(NQF Level 7) or related equivalent qualification and a Nyukela certificate (Pre
entry Certificate to the SMS) submitted prior to appointment. Minimum of 5
years of experience at senior managerial level. Proven experience in Project
Management.
Job related knowledge:
Ability to implement an outcome-based
performance approach. Ability to coordinate the Provincial Office functions to
achieve departmental objectives. Ability to initiate and coordinate the
implementation of strategic DLRRD development projects to improve service
delivery. Ability to develop and implement governance framework and ensure
Provincial Office function effectively and efficiently. Ability to develop and
implement corporate performance monitor programmed. Ability to think
conceptually when analyzing data and designing concepts to modify and
improve implementation of corporate policies, procedures and processes.
Job related skills:
Good monitoring and evaluation.
Good problem-solving. Skills todesign and implement change management programmed. Ensure goodcustomer care. A valid driver’s license. Willingness to travel. Ability to interact
at all levels within both management and Intergovernmental relations (IGR)
context.
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: 61
Biccard street, Polokwane, 0700 or by email to Post59@dlrrd.gov.za