Deputy Registrar of Deeds vacancy at Department of Land Reform and Rural Development - PSV Circular 36 of 2026

INTRODUCTION

Looking for a stable career in the Public Service? Department of Land Reform and Rural Development is recruiting a Deputy Registrar of Deeds in Eastern Cape Deeds Registry: Mthatha; North-West Deeds Registry: Mahikeng; Western Cape Deeds Registry: Cape Town; South Gauteng Deeds Registry: Johannesburg; Limpopo Deeds Registry: Polokwane; North-West Deeds Registry: Vryburg.

The advertised package is R1 317 384 a year (Level 13), (all-inclusive remuneration package). The package includes a basic salary (70% of package), and a flexible portion that may be structured in accordance with the rules for the Senior Management Services (SMS). This post was published in Public Service Vacancy Circular 36 of 2026, issued on 09 October 2026.

Job title	Deputy Registrar of Deeds
Department	Department of Land Reform and Rural Development
Reference number	3/1/1/1/2026/259, 3/1/1/1/2026/260, 3/1/1/1/2026/261, 3/1/1/1/2026/262, 3/1/1/1/2026/263, 3/1/1/1/2026/264
Salary	R1 317 384 a year (Level 13), (all-inclusive remuneration package). The package includes a basic salary (70% of package), and a flexible portion that may be structured in accordance with the rules for the Senior Management Services (SMS)
Centre / location	Eastern Cape Deeds Registry: Mthatha; North-West Deeds Registry: Mahikeng; Western Cape Deeds Registry: Cape Town; South Gauteng Deeds Registry: Johannesburg; Limpopo Deeds Registry: Polokwane; North-West Deeds Registry: Vryburg
Province	Multiple provinces
Closing date	23 October 2026 at 16:00
Circular	PSV Circular 36 of 2026

ABOUT THE ROLE

This vacancy forms part of Department of Land Reform and Rural Development (Directorate: Examination, Execution and Deeds Training). It carries the reference number 3/1/1/1/2026/259, 3/1/1/1/2026/260, 3/1/1/1/2026/261, 3/1/1/1/2026/262, 3/1/1/1/2026/263, 3/1/1/1/2026/264, and the successful candidate will work from Eastern Cape Deeds Registry: Mthatha; North-West Deeds Registry: Mahikeng; Western Cape Deeds Registry: Cape Town; South Gauteng Deeds Registry: Johannesburg; Limpopo Deeds Registry: Polokwane; North-West Deeds Registry: Vryburg. This advert covers 6 posts. The department has indicated an employment equity target: EE Targets: Coloured and White Males, and African, Coloured, Indian and White Females, as well as Persons with Disabilities.

Locations and reference numbers:

Eastern Cape Deeds Registry: Mthatha: Ref 3/1/1/1/2026/259
North-West Deeds Registry: Mahikeng: Ref 3/1/1/1/2026/260
Western Cape Deeds Registry: Cape Town: Ref 3/1/1/1/2026/261
South Gauteng Deeds Registry: Johannesburg: Ref 3/1/1/1/2026/262
Limpopo Deeds Registry: Polokwane: Ref 3/1/1/1/2026/263
North-West Deeds Registry: Vryburg: Ref 3/1/1/1/2026/264

RESPONSIBILITIES

Main duties listed by the department:

Manage the process of examination and the registration of deeds and documents.
Manage examination and register deeds in adherence to Deeds Registries Act of 1937 and Titles Act of 1986 as well as common, statutory and case law and recognized practices and procedures and Chief Registrar of Deeds directives.
Analyse standards of examination and draft report to Registrar.
Grant hearings to Conveyancers with regard to examination matters and make rulings.
Provide rural development support pertaining to the registration matters.
Advise the Courts on request regarding the feasibility of the applications.
Comment on Draft Bills and Chief Registrars Circulars regarding land registration and related matters.
Oversee the execution process.
Approve requests for late and expedited executions and for final black-booking.
Oversee conveyancing problems encountered on deeds and give guidance.
Oversee execution register of Conveyancers.
Oversee the sorting and distribution of deeds.
Oversee the workload, workflow, processes and standards and implement corrective measures to prevent and address backlogs/challenges.
Manage the turnaround times for deeds to be made available from lodgement to execution.
Oversee statistics, exception reports and implement corrective measures.
Approve request for withdrawal of deeds.
Oversee the update of procedure manual.
Manage deeds training and development and library services.
Manage the Practice Committee / Examiner Forum and issue circulars.
Manage implementation of deeds training and examination development plan.
Oversee library services.

REQUIREMENTS

To be considered, you should meet these requirements:

Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in a possession of Grade 12 Certificate and a B Proc (NQF Level 7) / LLB (NQF Level 7) / B Uris (NQF Level 7) / Advance Diploma: Estate and Trust Administration or related equivalent qualification (NQF Level 7) with Diploma in Deeds Registration Law and a Nyukela certificate (Pre-entry Certificate to the SMS) submitted prior to appointment.
Minimum relevant experience of 5 years at the Middle / Senior Managerial level / Assistant Registrar of Deeds / Deeds Law Lecturer / Deputy Registrar of Deeds in property conveyance.
A valid driver's licence.
Knowledge of Registration of deeds, Interpretation of Statute, Examination of Deeds, Research and information analysis, Human Resources Prescripts, Project Management Principles and Tools, Court procedures, Supply Chain Management Prescript and Financial Management.
Computer skills.
Communication skills.
Organising skills.
Problem-solving skills.
Interpersonal skills.
Report writing skills.
Presentation skills.
Policy analyses and development.
Good judgement and assertive skills.
Time management.
Management of resources.
Negotiation.
Influencing skills.
Appropriate courses in Management Practices.

HOW TO APPLY

Download the NEW Z83 form from the DPSA website and complete it in full.
Prepare a detailed CV with your qualifications, experience and contact details.
Write the reference number 3/1/1/1/2026/259, 3/1/1/1/2026/260, 3/1/1/1/2026/261, 3/1/1/1/2026/262, 3/1/1/1/2026/263, 3/1/1/1/2026/264 on your application.
Submit as instructed: Applications can be submitted by hand delivered during office hours to: Department of Land Reform and Rural Development. Office of the Chief Registrar of Deeds at 600 Lillian Ngoyi Street, Berea Park, Pretoria, 0002 or apply using Deeds Online Job Application Portal; https://deedsportal.deeds.gov.za/ (Please separate Application Form for each post) before the closing date as no late applications will be considered
Make sure your application reaches the department by 23 October 2026 at 16:00.

Enquiries: Ms TP Masilela Tel No: (012) 338 7395 or Ms MSM Magoele Tel No: (012) 338 7184

Important notes:

Late applications are not considered, so submit before the closing time.
Applying for more than one post? Submit a separate application for each.

TIPS TO STRENGTHEN YOUR APPLICATION

Make sure your contact details on the Z83 and CV are current, with a working cellphone number and email address.
Do not wait for the last day. Servers slow down near the closing date, and late applications are not considered.
Check your email and phone regularly after the closing date. Departments only contact shortlisted candidates.
Match your CV to the requirements above. Show the exact qualification, years of experience and skills that are listed.
Posts at senior management level (Level 13 and above) require the SMS pre-entry certificate from the National School of Government (Nyukela programme), so confirm you qualify before you apply.

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Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 36 of 2026. Always confirm details with the advertising department. OneCareer is not the employer and never charges for applying to a government post.

Deputy Registrar of Deeds | Department of Land Reform and Rural Development