DEPARTMENT OF SPORT, ARTS AND CULTURE (DSAC) VACANCIES

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​NOTE : Each application must be submitted separately. Applications must consist of: A recently updated, comprehensive CV, a fully completed, initialled and signed new Z83 form (Sections A, B, C & D are compulsory and must be completed in full, and sections E, F and G are not compulsory if the information is contained in the CV). However, the question related to conditions that prevent re-appointment under Part F must be answered. Use of the old Z83 Form will result in a disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to bring certified copies of ID, Drivers licence (where required) and qualifications on or before the interview; should you be in possession of a foreign qualification(s), it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA); Applicants must be South African citizens or Permanent Residents. All non-SA citizens will be required to submit proof of permanent residence in South Africa should they be shortlisted. Shortlisted candidates must avail themselves for a virtual or in-person panel interview at a date and time determined by DSAC. The applicant should have the necessary data and equipment for this purpose. Applicants must note pre-employment checks and references will be conducted once they are shortlisted. The appointment is also subject to a positive outcome on these checks, including security clearance, security vetting, qualification/study verification, citizenship verification, financial/asset record check, previous employment verification and criminal record. If an applicant wishes to withdraw an application, it must be done in writing. We encourage all applicants to declare any criminal and or negative credit records. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job. The logistics of which will be communicated by the Department. The successful candidate will be required to enter into an employment contract and sign an annual performance agreement. The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of the Department to achieve its Employment Equity targets. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of these posts. Should the Department not be able to recruit candidates from disadvantaged groups, other groups will be considered for appointment. The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment and to use other recruitment processes.

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DEPUTY DIRECTOR: ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT AND COORDINATION REF NO: DSAC- 10/02/2025 
(Office of the Minister) 
The purpose of the job is to manage the administrative activities in the Office of the Minister. 
SALARY : R849 702 per annum, (an all-inclusive remuneration salary package) consisting of a basic salary, State’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of basic salary) and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of applicable rules Middle Management Services Guidelines). 
CENTRE : Pretoria 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate/Matric Certificate/ Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent qualification; An appropriate three-year Degree/National Diploma in Administration/ Public Management & Administration/ Office Administration/Secretariat or relevant qualification. 3-5 years management experience in the political and parliamentary processes. Competencies: Broad knowledge and understanding of the functional areas covered by the executive authority’s portfolio. Understanding of administrative procedures. Understanding and knowledge of relevant policies and regulations. Proven management competencies. Working knowledge of the political and parliamentary processes in South Africa. Computer literacy. Planning and good organising skills. Good communication and interpersonal relations. Problem solving skills. Ability to act with tact and discretion. 
 
DUTIES : The incumbent provides administrative support and receptionist services in the office of the Minister: Develop, implement, and maintain systems, registers and databases to monitor and manage the flow of documents to, from and within the office of the executive authority. Compile correspondence, submissions and cabinet memoranda as required. Study, edit and comment on submissions to be submitted to the executive authority for consideration. Manage the procurement and maintenance of equipment and administer the budget in the office of the executive authority. Manage logistical support in the office of the executive authority. Develop, implement, and maintain a filing system for the office of the executive authority. Manage the registry of the office of the executive authority. Ensure that documents are classified in accordance with the MIS prescripts and are handled in accordance with their classification. Liaise with internal and external role-players with regard to matters relating to the portfolio of the executive authority: Brief the Chief of Staff on matters with regard to the executive authority’s portfolio on the agenda of Cabinet/executive council; Liaise with senior managers in the institutions within the executive authority’s portfolio. Co-ordinate the activities of the executive authority’s office. Render a Cabinet/executive council support service to the executive authority: Manage the distribution of memoranda to Cabinet/executive council members; Manage the distribution of documents and submissions to the relevant legislature and standing/portfolio committees. Keep record of decisions of Cabinet/executive council and alert the Chief of Staff and executive authority of actions to be taken and due dates. Supervise employees. General supervision of the employees in the office of the executive authority. Quality control of the work delivered by supervisees. Advise supervisees with regard to all aspects of the work. Serve as the formal disciplinary authority with regard to supervisees. Ensure that all supervisees are trained and developed to be able to deliver work of the required standard efficiently and effectively. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms N Pule, Tel: (012) 441 3422 
 
NOTE : Preference will be given to Coloured Males, Indian Males, White Males, Coloured Females and Indian Females 
 
 
 
 
 
 
PARLIAMENTARY AND CABINET SUPPORT OFFICER REF NO: DSAC-11/02/2025 
SALARY : R849 702 per annum, (an all-inclusive remuneration salary package) consisting of a basic salary, State’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of basic salary) and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of applicable rules Middle Management Services Guidelines. 
CENTRE : Pretoria 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate/Matric Certificate/Grade 12 Certificate or relevant qualification; An appropriate three-year Degree/National Diploma in Public Relations< Media Studies, Administration, Office Administration or relevant qualification; 3-5 years management experience in the political and parliamentary processes. Competencies: Knowledge of Ministry operations, policies and practices and relevant legislations. Proven management competencies. Sound knowledge of the respective communication media. Broad knowledge and understanding of the functional areas covered by the executive authority’s portfolio. Language skills and the ability to communicate with people at different levels and from different backgrounds. Knowledge of the political and Parliamentary/ legislative processes in South Africa. Computer literacy. Planning and good organizational skills. Good communication and interpersonal relations. Good presentation and networking skills. Analytical and interpretation skills. 
 
DUTIES : To provide administrative support to the executive authority on matters relating to Parliament/the legislature and Cabinet/executive council. To monitor events in Parliament/the legislature to identify matters that have a bearing on the portfolio of the executive authority: To liaise with structures like portfolio and standing committees on matters that have a bearing on the portfolio of the executive authority and brief departments on decisions taken; To monitor events in Cabinet/Executive Council to identify matters that have a bearing on the portfolio of the executive authority: To peruse documents like minutes of Cabinet and cluster committees and monitor meetings of the executive structures to identify matters that have a bearing on the portfolio of the executive authority; To liaise with structures, by attending meetings, like cluster and cabinet committees. To render an efficient and effective parliamentary service. To facilitate timeous and appropriate responses to parliamentary questions in the format prescribed by Parliament/the legislature and ensure departmental representation in parliamentary events. To compile cabinet memoranda, speeches, submissions, briefing notes and other documents as required. To gazette and table draft bills emanating from the portfolio of the executive authority. To provide advice and support in terms of policy and procedure to the department in respect of key parliamentary events, like the tabling of the budget vote of the executive authority. To co-ordinate and control movements between the Pretoria and Cape Town offices for Parliamentary sessions (where applicable): To manage and oversee the packing, dispatching and unpacking of official documents and equipment in Pretoria and Cape Town; To manage the movement of households to and from Cape Town. To study the relevant Public Service and departmental prescripts/ policies and other documents and ensure that the application thereof is understood properly; Remain up to date with regards to the applicable prescripts/policies and procedures that apply to his/her work terrain; Remain abreast with the procedures and processes applicable to the executive authority. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms N Pule Tel No: (012) 441 3422 
 
NOTE : Preference will be given to Coloured Males, Indian Males, White Males, Coloured Females and Indian Females.