MPUMALANGA DEPARTMENT OF CULTURE, SPORT AND RECREATION VACANCIES

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NOTE : All applications must be submitted on the NEW prescribed Z83 application form obtainable from any public service department. All section of the form must be fully completed and duly signed. Please note the following important guidelines: Z83 Form: All sections of the online Z83 form must be fully completed also attach a detailed CV. Supporting Documents: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If shortlisted, you will be required to submit: Certified copies of your qualifications, Your RSA ID document, Your Senior Certificate and a valid driver’s license (where applicable). Application Details: Applications must be sent in PDF format (maximum size: 5MB) only and indicate in the email subject: Name of Post and Post Reference Number. One post per application form. Failure to comply with the above instructions will lead to automatic disqualification. Applications sent to the wrong e-mail address will not be considered. Please note the following: The Department of Culture, Sport and Recreation is an equal opportunity, Sport and Recreation to promote representatives (race, gender and disability) in accordance with the Employment Equity targets of the Department. Suitably qualified women and persons with disabilities remain the targeted group and are encouraged to apply. All appointments will be subjected to a personnel suitability check processes (criminal record, qualification verification, citizenship and employment reference). Applications received after the closing date or those that do not comply with the requirements indicated above will not be considered. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. For full details of the advertised posts, applicants are advised to visit the Mpumalanga Department of Culture, Sport and Recreation, website: https://dcsr.mpg.gov.za
 
 

​OTHER POSTS
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: SPORT & RECREATION GRANT MANAGEMENT REF NO: DCSR/34/2025 
(3 Year Contract) 
SALARY : R582 444 per annum 
CENTRE : Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS : The candidate must be in a possession of a Matric and a Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Financial Management or equivalent qualification and a valid Driver’s license. Must have 3 years’ experience in the Grant Management, monitoring and evaluation, data analysis tools. Knowledge of the PFMA, including their respective regulations. Strong communication skills, interpersonal and organizational as well as the ability to work independently and as part of a team and have knowledge of supervision. 
 
DUTIES : Managing the entire grant lifecycle, from application of Business Plan and ensuring compliance with the grant terms / framework. Overseeing grant funds, managing budgets and ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting. Maintaining strong communication with program managers and stakeholders including communicating grant updates, and outcomes. Tracking grant performance, conducting monitoring visits, and evaluating the impact of grants on sport and recreation initiatives. Contributing to the development of sport and recreation programs, including identifying funding opportunities. Collection, collating and analysing of data on relevant policies and regulations. Building and maintaining relationships with Key Stakeholders including sport organizations, government agencies and national government. Prepare Departmental report on a monthly / Quarterly and Annual basis on the Grant and program performance for reporting at National Level. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. Samkelisiwe Lushaba-Mambane Tel No: (013) 766 5245 
APPLICATIONS : Applications may be hand delivered at 7 Government Boulevard, Riverside Park, Extension 2, Mbombela or emailed to dcsrmborecruit@mpg.gov.za
 
 
 
 
 
 
LANGUAGE PRACTITIONER: SISWATI REF NO: DCSR/35/2025 
(Re-advert)
SALARY : R397 116 per annum 
CENTRE : Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A Degree/National Diploma in Languages or equivalent qualification with specialization in SiSwati as recognized by SAQA. Good command of English, and SiSwati (both written and verbal). Computer literacy. Competencies: Knowledge of language rules, grammar and orthography. Knowledge of Language Policies. Ability to work independently and under pressure. Capacity to remain confidential. Computer Literacy. Written and verbal Communication skills. Good interpersonal relations and ability to work as a team. 
 
DUTIES : Translation and proof-reading of official documents. Provide interpreting service when required. Conduct research on matters related to Translation, Interpreting and Editing. Liaise with relevant stakeholders. Promote multilingualism and indigenous languages including the South African Sign Language. Support the Mpumalanga Provincial Language Committee. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. Nontsikelelo Zwane Tel No: (013) 766 5085 
APPLICATIONS : Applications may be hand delivered at 7 Government Boulevard, Riverside Park, Extension 2, Mbombela or emailed to dcsrmborecruit@mpg.gov.za
 
 
 
 
 
 
SPORT & RECREATION - GRANT OFFICER REF NO: DCSR/36/2025 
(3 Year Contract) 
SALARY : R325 101 per annum 
CENTRE : Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS : The candidate must be in a possession of a Matric, a Diploma or degree in Public Administration, Business Administration or B.Com in Management or equivalent qualification and a valid driver’s license. Knowledge of Grant management, monitoring and Evaluation, data analysis tools. Strong communication skills, Interpersonal and organizational as well as the ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
 
DUTIES : Track and monitor the performance of Sport and recreation program in line with the target set. Prepare the Business plan and manage the consolidation of operational plans, Management of performance information. Support Managers with the development of activity Schedule and implementation thereof, conduct reviews and evaluations on the implementation of Programs. Provide support in the development /design of relevant indicators. Enforce compliance of the DORA and PFMA within the program. Analyze report data/report for accuracy, Link planning with programs; liaise with stakeholder’s federations on matters of impact evaluations and compilation of the Conditional Grant monthly /Quarterly reports. Conduct performance evaluations for the Sport and Recreation programs.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. Samkelisiwe Lushaba-Mambane Tel No: (013) 766 5245 
APPLICATIONS : Applications may be hand delivered at 7 Government Boulevard, Riverside Park, Extension 2, Mbombela or emailed to dcsrmborecruit@mpg.gov.za
 
 
 
 
 
 
CULTURAL OFFICER REF NO: DCSR/37/2025 
(Re-advert)
SALARY : R325 101 per annum 
CENTRE : Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A Bachelor’s Degree/National Diploma in Arts or equivalent qualification. Must be Computer literate, willingness to travel extensively and a valid driver’s license. 
 
DUTIES : Identify, develop and promote (emerging) artists and crafters as well as implanting projects related to performing and visual and craft. Create awareness programmes for craft, performing and visual arts. Conduct needs analysis and provide professional advice on performing, visual arts and crafts. Render administrative functions in relation to the programmes that are implemented.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. Samkelisiwe Lushaba-Mambane Tel No: (013) 766 5245 
APPLICATIONS : Applications may be hand delivered at 7 Government Boulevard, Riverside Park, Extension 2, Mbombela or emailed to dcsrmborecruit@mpg.gov.za

​SPORT PROMOTION OFFICER REF NO: DCSR/38/2025 
(Re-advert)
SALARY : R325 101 per annum 
CENTRE : Gert-Sibande Region 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate B Degree/National Diploma in Sport Management or equivalent qualification and a valid driver’s licence. 
 
DUTIES : Coordinate the establishment and provide support to sport and recreation structures in schools, wards and local areas, in conjunction with stakeholders. Facilitate sustainable capacity development programmes in sport within the schools wards, local areas and districts. Implement sport and recreation programmes in schools, wards and local areas for development of sport and recreation. Monitor and evaluate the compliance with sport and recreation and transformational policies. Render administrative function in relation to programmes that are implemented. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. Simon Shabangu Tel No: (017) 811 6196 
APPLICATIONS : Applications may be hand delivered to 20A De Clerk Street Mutual & Federal Building or emailed to dcsrgsrecruit@mpg.gov.za
 
 
 
 
 
SPORT PROMOTION OFFICER REF NO: DCSR/39/2025 
(Re-advert)
SALARY : R325 101 per annum 
CENTRE : Ehlanzeni Region 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate B Degree/National Diploma in Sport Management or equivalent qualification and a valid driver’s licence. 
 
DUTIES : Coordinate the establishment and provide support to sport and recreation structures in schools, wards and local areas, in conjunction with stakeholders. Facilitate sustainable capacity development programmes in sport within the schools wards, local areas and districts. Implement sport and recreation programmes in schools, wards and local areas for development of sport and recreation. Monitor and evaluate the compliance with sport and recreation and transformational policies. Render administrative function in relation to programmes that are implemented. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. Nqobile Tshuma Tel No: (013) 766 5656 
APPLICATIONS : Applications may be hand delivered at 7 Government Boulevard, Riverside Park, Extension 2, Mbombela or emailed to dcsrmborecruit@mpg.gov.za
 
 
 
 
 
MUSEUM HUMAN SCIENTIST REF NO: DCSR/40/2025 
SALARY : R325 101 per annum 
CENTRE : Ehlanzeni Region: Pilgrim’s Rest Museum 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Museum or Heritage studies. The incumbent should have amongst other majors in History, Cultural History, Anthropology or Cultural studies. A post graduate Diploma in Museum or Heritage studies and a valid driver’s license will be an added advantage. 
 
DUTIES : Museum curation and collections management. Research into local history and culture. Preservation of educational programmes, conversation and preservation of historic building and artifacts, plan and maintain exhibitions. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. Nqobile Tshuma Tel No: (013) 766 5656 
APPLICATIONS : Applications may be hand delivered at 7 Government Boulevard, Riverside Park, Extension 2, Mbombela or emailed to dcsrmborecruit@mpg.gov.za
 
 
 
 
 
 
LIBRARY ASSISTANT/CYBER CADET REF NO: DCSR/41/2025 
(Re-advert)
SALARY : R269 499 per annum 
CENTRE : Ethandukhanya Public Library 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 and Certificate in IT-related studies, good verbal and written communication skills, understanding of troubleshooting and maintaining Windows XP operating systems software. Experience in IT and of working in a public library will be an added advantage. 
 
DUTIES : To assist library users on how to do electronic information searches on CD and DVD, encyclopaedia, Internet, do searches for school projects and assignment, create e-mail accounts for library users, teach users how to connect to their mail, teach users how to produce electronic documents and other documents like CV’s, business cards. Monitor workstations usage by library users, help users to do CV’s. Open files for projects, file them and update them. Administration procedures relating to libraries; filing; shelving and storage of library material; information retrieval processes; processing of library material and assisting with other library functions as required. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. Simon Shabangu Tel No: (017) 811 6196 
APPLICATIONS : Applications may be hand delivered to 20A De Clerk Street Mutual & Federal Building or emailed to dcsrgsrecruit@mpg.gov.za
 
 
 
 
 
 
AUXILIARY SERVICE OFFICER (TOUR GUIDE) REF NO: DCSR/42/2025 
(Re-advert)
SALARY : R228 321 per annum 
CENTRE : Ehlanzeni Region: Barberton Museum 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate and a Certificate in Tour Guide. The candidate should be a registered Tour Guide with good communication skills and Valid driver’s licence. 
 
DUTIES : Conduct tours for tourist and learners. Be responsible for the preservation of relevant historical collections. Supervise the maintenance of relevant historic terrain. Participate in conducting museum outreach programmes. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms Ncobile Tshuma Tel No: (013) 766 5656 
APPLICATIONS : Applications may be hand delivered at 7 Government Boulevard, Riverside Park, Extension 2, Mbombela or emailed to dcsrmborecruit@mpg.gov.za
 
 
 
 
 
 
ADMIN CLERK REF NO: DCSR/43/2025 
(Re-advert)
SALARY : R228 321 per annum 
CENTRE : Gert Sibande Region 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A Senior certificate or equivalent qualification, computer literacy and a driver’s license. 
 
DUTIES : Render general clerical support services. Provide supply chain clerical support services within the component. Provide personnel administration clerical support services within the component. Provide financial administration support services in the component. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. Simon Shabangu Tel No: (017) 811 6196 
APPLICATIONS : Applications may be hand delivered to 20A De Clerk Street Mutual & Federal Building or emailed to dcsrgsrecruit@mpg.gov.za
 
 
 
 
 
 
CLEANER REF NO: DCSR/44/2025 
(Re-advert)
SALARY : R138 486 per annum 
CENTRE : Zithabiseng Public Library 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An ABET level 4 certificate (Grade 9). Knowledge of cleaning equipment to be use. Knowledge of health and safety requirements. Basic understanding of applying safety rules. Basic understanding of applying or using chemicals correctly. Good communication interpersonal relations. Corporate cleaning experience will be an advantage. 
 
DUTIES : The provision of cleaning services. Keep and maintain cleaning materials and equipment. Dusting, waxing, sweeping, disinfecting, scrubbing, and vacuuming of floors and doors. Emptying and cleaning dirty bins. Collecting and removing of waste paper. Freshening up office areas. Clean the general kitchen basins wash and keep stock of kitchen utensils. Cleaning the library offices and boardrooms. Report broken machines. Request cleaning materials. Assist with other duties as and when required. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. Dina Ntuli Tel No: (013) 766 8339 
APPLICATIONS : Applications may be hand delivered at Dr. Esther Nostokana Mahlangu Building Government Complex, Nkangala or emailed to dcsrnkangarecruit@mpg.gov.za
 
 
 
 
 
 
CLEANER REF NO: DCSR/45/2025 
SALARY : R138 486 per annum 
CENTRE : Ermelo Regional Library 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An ABET level 4 certificate (Grade 9). Knowledge of cleaning equipment to be use. Knowledge of health and safety requirements. Basic understanding of applying safety rules. Basic understanding of applying or using chemicals correctly. Good communication interpersonal relations. Corporate cleaning experience will be an advantage. 
 
DUTIES : The provision of cleaning services. Keep and maintain cleaning materials and equipment. Dusting, waxing, sweeping, disinfecting, scrubbing, and vacuuming of floors and doors. Emptying and cleaning dirty bins. Collecting and removing of waste paper. Freshening up office areas. Clean the general kitchen basins wash and keep stock of kitchen utensils. Cleaning the library offices and boardrooms. Report broken machines. Request cleaning materials. Assist with other duties as and when required. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. Simon Shabangu Tel No: (017) 811 6196 
APPLICATIONS : Applications may be hand delivered to 20A De Clerk Street Mutual & Federal Building or emailed to dcsrgsrecruit@mpg.gov.za
 
 
 
 
 
 
GROUNDSMAN REF NO: DCSR/46/2025 
SALARY : R138 486 per annum 
CENTRE : Ermelo Regional Library 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An ABET level 4 Certificate (Grade 9). Knowledge of garden maintenance and planting practices. Basic understanding of government legislations. Knowledge and understanding of health and safety procedures. 
 
DUTIES : Maintain gardening services in the premises and surrounding through watering the gardening, prune, trim flowers and tree. Grass mowing, remove weeds and garden fuse. Apply insecticide; cultivate the soil for trees and flowers. Maintain gardening equipment’s and tools. Repair minor defect of gardening tools. Assist with on/off loading of deliveries. Washing and cleaning of GG’s vehicle. Empty dirty dustbin services in the Museum and assist with other tasks/duties as and when required by supervisor. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. Simon Shabangu Tel No: (017) 811 6196 
APPLICATIONS : Applications may be hand delivered to 20A De Clerk Street Mutual & Federal Building or emailed to dcsrgsrecruit@mpg.gov.za