DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM 

 

The Department of Tourism is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender, and disability) in the Department through the filling of these posts. 

 

APPLICATIONS : Applications, quoting the relevant reference number, must be forwarded to the attention of Chief Director: HR Management and Development at Department of Tourism, Private Bag X424, Pretoria, 0001, or hand delivered at Tourism House, 17 Trevenna Road, Sunnyside, Pretoria, or by email as provided. 

 

CLOSING DATE : 29 June 2026 by 16:30 (Late applications will not be considered) 

 

 

 

 

NOTE : Application must include a Z83 form and CV only. The electronic application must be in PDF format and made up of a single document file. Indicate the correct job title and the reference number of the post on the subject line of your email. Applications quoting the relevant reference number must be submitted on the new form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za/documents. Received applications using the incorrect application for employment (old Z83) will not be considered. Each post(s) advert must be accompanied by its own application form for employment and must be fully completed, initialled, and signed by the applicant as instructed below. Failure to fully complete, initial, and sign the Z83 form will lead to the disqualification of the application during the selection process. All fields of Section A, B, C, and D of the Z83 must be completed in full. Section E, F, G (Due to the limited space on the Z83, it is acceptable for applicants to refer to their CV or see attached. However, the question related to conditions that prevent re-appointment under Part “F” must be answered, and the declaration signed. Only an updated comprehensive CV (with detailed previous experience, if any) and a completed and signed new Z83 application form are required. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview, following the communication from Human Resources, and such qualifications (s) and other related documents (s) will be in line with the requirements of the advert. Applicants in possession of foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) (only when shortlisted). Applicants who do not comply with the abovementioned instructions/ requirements, as well as applications received late, will not be considered. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Candidates will further be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification, and employment verification). Some of the interviewed candidates for Senior Management level vacancies may be subjected to a 2-day competency assessment that will test generic competencies. Appointment validity will be conditional on the signing of the employment contract, performance agreement, and annual financial disclosure, and the applicant must attain a security clearance (vetting) applicable to the post. The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment. You are consenting to the Department of Tourism processing your personal information, subject to POPIA, by applying for this post. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MANAGEMENT ECHELON

 

 

CHIEF DIRECTOR: TOURISM ENHANCEMENT REF NO: DT40/2026 

The purpose of this role is to manage and increase the competitiveness of South Africa’s tourism industry through the development, enhancement and diversification of existing and potential tourism resources. 

SALARY : R1 554 696 per annum, (all-inclusive remuneration package consisting of a basic salary, the state’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension fund, and a flexible portion that may be structured.) 

CENTRE : Pretoria 

 

REQUIREMENTS : A minimum SAQA recognised qualification at NQF level 7 plus proven strategic management and leadership experience. Minimum of 5 years’ working experience in a Senior Management position. Essential Knowledge and skills: Knowledge of policy formulation and implementation. Knowledge of the holistic concept of the tourism economy. Understanding of the PFMA and other Government acts and prescripts. Programme and project management skills. Ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels. Project management skills. Leadership and management skills. High level of computer literacy. Problem-solving skills. Conceptual and Analytical Skills. Communication and Financial Management skills. Possession of a valid driver’s license and willingness to travel. One of the minimum entry requirements for SMS is the pre-entry certificate. For more details on the pre-entry course, visit: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. The candidate must complete the SMS pre-entry certificate prior to any appointment. 

 

DUTIES : Reporting to the Deputy Director-General: Destination Development, the successful candidate will manage the following Directorates: Product Development, Experience and Route Development and Tourism Integration. Key functions include: Provide leadership and strategic direction in the Chief Directorate: Establish strategic direction of the component to ensure alignment with departmental strategic objectives. Monitor and ensure the implementation of the strategic and business plans. Oversee the development of Operational Plans to give strategic direction to business components/ units. Align individual performance to the strategic business objectives. Implement and report on strategic frameworks in the area of functional responsibility. Monitor the attainability & sustainability of performance standards as per departmental objectives. Provide maintenance, development and enhancement of infrastructure and tourism products: Manage the maintenance, development and enhancement of tourism products. Manage the identification and improvement of technology needs of product development. Manage the development of plans and programmes for tourism product development. Manage the enhancement of tourism products of state-owned assets. Facilitate maintenance, development and enhancement of tourism experiences: Design route which includes the identification of product development and investment opportunities. Manage the design, development and enhancement of tourism experiences. Monitor trade facilitation and networking. Manage the identification and development of routes and Niche products. Manage partnerships for experience and route development. Manage geographic spread through new experiences and route development. Facilitate maintenance and enhancement of tourism products of State Owned Assets: Manage the process of conducting infrastructure and product audits. Manage the identification of infrastructure and product development priority needs. Manage the implementation of product and infrastructure enhancement projects. Facilitate integration of tourism with other sectors: Manage the integration of tourism and other related sectors. Manage the integrated link between tourism and creative industries. Manage all the resources, operations, systems and processes of the Chief Directorate. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Dr S Chettiar schettiar@tourism.gov.za

APPLICATIONS : email application: Recruitment4026@tourism.gov.za

 

NOTE : EE: Coloured and White candidates as well as People living with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIRECTOR: TOURISM INTEGRATION REF NO: DT41/2026 

The purpose of this role is to integrate tourism with other related sectors. 

SALARY : R1 317 384 per annum, (all-inclusive remuneration package consisting of a basic salary, the state’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension fund, and a flexible portion that may be structured) 

CENTRE : Pretoria 

 

REQUIREMENTS : A minimum SAQA recognised qualification at NQF level 7 in Tourism Management or an equivalent qualification. A minimum of 5 years’ experience in an appropriate field at a Middle/Senior Management position. Essential Knowledge and skills: Understanding of the PFMA and Treasury Regulations. Ability to interact with high-level stakeholders. Understanding of tourism trends. Sound understanding of the NDP, NTSS. Computer Literacy. Coordination skills. Financial management skills. Change management skills. People Management and empowerment skills. Strategic capacity and leadership skills. Communication and interpersonal skills. Negotiation skills. Incumbent should be honest, possess integrity, tact and diplomacy. Possession of a valid driver’s license and willingness to travel. One of the minimum entry requirements for SMS is the pre-entry certificate. For more details on the pre-entry course, visit: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. The candidate must complete the SMS pre-entry certificate prior to any appointment. 

 

DUTIES : Reporting to the Chief Director: Tourism Enhancement, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following key functions: Provide leadership and strategic direction in the Directorate: Establish strategic direction of the component to ensure alignment with departmental strategic objectives. Monitor and ensure the implementation of the strategic and business plans. Oversee the development of Operational Plans to give strategic direction to business components/ units. Align individual performance to the strategic business objectives. Implement and report on strategic frameworks in the area of functional responsibility. Monitor the attainability & sustainability of performance standards as per departmental objectives. Manage the integration of tourism and other related sectors: Provide effective coordination and management of the integration of tourism and the other related sectors (Identify opportunities for integration of tourism to ensure benefits and impact/s for the sector). Provide policy and strategy alignment of NDT priorities with those of stakeholders. Facilitate synergy in programmes of NDT and those of stakeholders. Establish effective collaborations and partnerships with stakeholders. Manage joint planning and implementation of interventions/initiatives with stakeholders. Manage and coordinate reporting. Facilitate consultations both internally and externally with the related sectors. Render and monitor an integrated advisory service for tourism objectives to be implemented. Monitor integrated project coordination. Monitor co-ordinated product implementation. Develop, maintain and monitor the database in respect of consultations in respect of related sectors (national, provincial, local departments and state-owned entities). Manage the integration of tourism, culture and heritage: Provide effective coordination and management of the integration of tourism and the culture and heritage sectors (Identify opportunities for integration of tourism to ensure benefits and impact/s for the sector). Provide policy and strategy alignment of NDT priorities with those of stakeholders. Facilitate synergy in programmes of NDT and those of stakeholders. Establish effective collaborations and partnerships with stakeholders. Manage joint planning and implementation of interventions/initiatives with stakeholders. Manage and coordinate reporting. Facilitate consultations both internally and externally with the transport sector. Render and monitor an integrated advisory service for tourism objectives to be implemented. Monitor integrated project coordination. Monitor co-ordinated product implementation. Manage the integration of tourism and the creative industries: Provide effective coordination and management of the integration of tourism and the creative industries (Identify opportunities for integration of tourism to ensure benefits and impact/s for the sector). Provide policy and strategy alignment of NDT priorities with those of stakeholders. Facilitate synergy in programmes of NDT and those of stakeholders. Establish effective collaborations and partnerships with stakeholders. Manage joint planning and implementation of interventions/initiatives with stakeholders. Manage and coordinate reporting. Monitor consumers’ role in the development of creative industries and experiences. Monitor business development of the core sector (Creative Industries). Monitor emerging sectors and creative hubs. Monitor tourism demand and supply in creative industries. Formulate and manage the component’s resources against its strategic objectives: Ensure that the preparations of the budget are in line with strategic plans & department objectives. Ensure proper implementation of the budget by monitoring, projecting & reporting expenditure. Ensure that spending is maximised in line with the strategic objective. Manage Human Resources. Monitor and report on the utilisation of equipment. Coordinate memorandum of understanding, service level agreements and expenditure review. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Dr S Chettiar schettiar@tourism.gov.za

APPLICATIONS : email application: Recruitment4126@tourism.gov.za

 

NOTE : EE: Coloured and White candidates as well as People living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

 

 

 

 

 

 

OTHER POST

 

 

PERSONAL ASSISTANT: OFFICE OF THE CFO REF NO: DT 42/2026 

SALARY : R338 106 per annum (Level 07), excluding benefits. 

CENTRE : Pretoria 

 

REQUIREMENTS : A Secretarial Diploma (NQF 6) or equivalent qualification. Three (3) years’ experience in rendering a support service to senior management. Skills and Attributes: Knowledge of relevant legislation / policies / prescripts and procedures. Basic knowledge of financial administration. Computer literate. Basic written and communication skills. High level of reliability. Sound organisational skills. Good telephone etiquette. Language skills and the ability to communicate with people at different levels and different backgrounds. Ability to act with tact and discretion. Good grooming and presentation. Self-management and motivation. 

 

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for receiving telephone calls in an environment where, in addition to the calls for the senior manager, discretion is required to decide to whom the call should be forwarded; performing advanced typing work; operating and ensuring that office equipment are in good working order; recording engagements of the senior manager; utilising discretion to decide whether to accept/ decline or refer to other employees requests for meetings, based on the assessed importance and urgency of the matter; coordinating with and sensitising/advising the manager regarding engagements; compiling realistic schedules of appointments; ensuring the effective flow of information and documents to and from the office of the manager; ensuring the safekeeping of all documentation in the office of the manager in line with relevant legislation and policies; scrutinising routine submissions / reports and making notes and/or recommendations for the manager; responding to enquiries received from internal and external stakeholders; drafting documents as required; filling of documents for the manager and the unit where required; collecting, analysing and collating information requested by the manager; clarifying instructions and notes on behalf of the manager; ensuring that travel arrangements are well coordinated; prioritising issues in the office of the manager; managing the leave register and telephone accounts for the unit; handling the procurement of standard items like stationery, refreshments, etc., for the activities of the manager and the unit; obtaining the necessary signatures on documents like procurement advice and monthly salary reports; scrutinising documents to determine actions / information / other documents required for meetings; collecting and compiling all necessary documents for the manager to inform him/her on the content; recording minutes/decisions and communicating to relevant role-players, following up on progress made; preparing briefing notes for the manager as required; collecting and coordinating all documents that relate to the manager’s budget; assisting the manager in determining funding requirements for purposes of MTEF submissions; keeping record of expenditure commitments, monitoring expenditure, and alerting the manager of possible over- and underspending; checking and correlating BAS reports to ensure that expenditure is allocated correctly; identifying the need to move funds between items, consults with the manager, and compiling draft memos for this purpose; comparing the MTEF allocation with the requested budget and informing the manager of changes; supervising human resources/ staff; remaining up to date with regard to the prescripts/policies and procedures applicable to work terrain to ensure efficient and effective support to the manager; remaining abreast with the procedures and processes that apply in the office of the manager. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Ms M Maponya mmaponya@tourism.gov.za

APPLICATIONS : email application: Recruitment4226@tourism.gov.za

 

NOTE : EE: Coloured and White candidates, Youth as well as People living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.