PARLIAMENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA VACANCIES

PARLIAMENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA

CORE BUSINESS SUPPORT

DIVISION MANAGER: CORE BUSINESS SUPPORT

We offer a market and industry competitive total cost to company package
The Parliament of the Republic of South Africa is a premier institution in the country given its status as the only legislative authority of South Africa. It is the heart of our democracy where the country’s representatives gather to discuss important issues and debate policy affecting the citizens, engage with citizens in the process of passing laws meant to promote the public and improve the lives of citizens. The two houses that make up Parliament, the National Assembly, and the National Council of Provinces, each with their own distinct roles and functions set out in the Constitution, have a duty to promote the constitutional values of human dignity, equality, non-racialism, non-sexism, human rights, and freedom for all citizens.

JOB SUMMARY
Parliament is seeking a capable executive to serve as the Division Manager: Core Business Support. This is an executive role entrusted with providing comprehensive strategic oversight and direction to the Parliamentary Core Business Support Division. This role is accountable for enhancing the operational effectiveness and institutional integrity of the core functions of Parliament through the provision of comprehensive support to Committees. This support cuts across the core functions of Parliament ensuring alignment with constitutional mandates and democratic principles. This role plays a pivotal part in strengthening the institutional performance and democratic credibility of Parliament by ensuring that its core functions are fully supported, seamlessly coordinated, and constitutionally grounded. The Division Manager directly oversees the following key portfolios: Parliamentary Committees Support; Public Participation Coordination and Facilitation, and Liaison with the Office of the Leader of Government Business. This role requires an individual with strong leadership acumen, deep institutional insight, and a collaborative mindset capable of working across functions and with high-level stakeholders.

As a successful candidate your key responsibilities will be to:

Strategic Management and Leadership
Parliamentary Committee Support
Public Participation Support
Liaison with the Office of the Leader of Government Business (OLGB)
Continuous Improvement and Innovation
Operational Management
Human Resources Management
Budgeting and Financial Management

To qualify, you must have a minimum of:

Honours Degree or Post Graduate Diploma in Social Sciences / Political Science / Public Administration / Public Management / Law or related qualification at an NQF level 8.
A minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience in managing core business support processes within a legislature or public sector environment of which 5 years must have been at a senior management level.

You must also demonstrate:

Excellent knowledge and understanding of the core functions of Parliament
Excellent understanding of the two Houses of Parliament and its distinct environment and operations
Sound knowledge and experience of public participation and public education processes and activities.
Proficiency in managing budgets and financial forecasting, with an understanding of cost optimization.
Strong negotiation skills
Thorough knowledge of the administrative, executive, and legislative processes.
Ability to think strategically and manage multiple priorities in a complex environment.
Thorough knowledge and understanding of prevailing socio-political issues in South Africa.
Thorough knowledge of Financial Management of Parliament Act FMPPLA, Supply Chain Management process and governance and applicable legislation.
Thorough knowledge of all relevant and applicable policies and procedures.
Excellent Conflict management skills
Excellent presentation and report writing skills.

What you will experience working at Parliament:
In return for your hard work, we offer meaningful and engaging work that present exciting challenges and exposure to innovative projects that have a positive impact on the lives of millions. We are passionate about making a difference. We are committed to recognising and rewarding dedication and high performance and are invested in your growth and development. We offer numerous growth-promoting opportunities and resources such as a bursary scheme and numerous learning and development opportunities. Our culture is collaborative and inclusive. We value teamwork and believe that together, we can achieve extraordinary results.

About Us
Working at the Parliament of South Africa is a unique opportunity like no other. When you join us, you will become part of a community that is driven by the need to serve the nation. Hard work is not all there is to us. Your well-being is important to us, and we promote work practices that enable a healthy work-life integration, supported by our hybrid work arrangements that combines in-office and remote work. Our wellness program, including various sporting codes, is designed to promote emotional and physical well-being. In addition to the above, we offer a highly competitive remuneration package. No matter where you are placed in this premier institution, you will be part of a truly remarkable and exceptional team that serves the people of our great country and shapes the course of our nation's history every day. If promoting the public good is what drives you, if you are passionate about shaping a brighter future for the citizens of South Africa, and you are ready to be part of something extraordinary where you can shine and make a real impact on the lives of people of our country, then Parliament is the place to be. If you are also a dynamic individual who values professionalism, openness, integrity, teamwork, accountability, responsiveness and shows mutual respect, we would like to hear from you. Our doors are open, and we are inviting you to become a part of this incredible journey.
This position is a 5-year contract with a 6-month probationary period.

To Apply, Please Select the Appropriate Button Below:

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS
Person that has never been employed by Parliament

EX-EMPLOYEE
Person that was previously employed by Parliament including previously employed Interns and existing Interns

CLOSING DATE: 18 August 2025

“Parliamentary Services Administration promotes and applies the principles of Affirmative Action and equal opportunities”.

KNOWLEDGE AND INFORMATION SERVICES DIVISION

SENIOR RESEARCHER: SOCIAL EQUITY (IRC7180)

We offer a market and industry competitive total cost to company package.
The Parliament of the Republic of South Africa is a premier institution in the country given its status as the legislative authority of South Africa.
It is the only institution that has the power to make laws for the country. Parliament is not just a building, it’s the heart of our democracy where the country’s representatives gather to discuss important issues affecting the people, pass laws meant to promote the public good and promote accountability and transparency in governance. The two houses that make up Parliament, the National Assembly and the National Council of Provinces, each with its own distinct role and functions set out in the Constitution, work together to oversee the promotion of the constitutional values of human dignity, equality, non-racialism and non-sexism, human rights, and freedom.

JOB SUMMARY
As the Senior Researcher, you will be responsible for providing leadership and expert guidance to the social equity research cluster team in conducting high-quality research to support the core business of Parliament (Law-making, Oversight, Public Participation and International Engagements) as well as for special projects and programmes of Parliament. This role is responsible to manage a team of professional researchers, ensuring quality, accurate, relevance, and timeliness of research outputs and plays a pivotal role in developing research strategies and approaches, overseeing complex research projects, and ensuring that the team delivers evidence-based research and independent objective insights and analysis.

Your key responsibilities will be:

Conceptualisation and initiation of research projects
Coordination and management of research projects
Strategic advice and guidance on research agendas of Committees within the cluster
Management of the research cluster team
Quality control and information dissemination
Financial Management
Additional support services

To qualify, you must have:

A relevant Master’s degree in social services, development studies, gender or related qualification at an NQF level 9. PhD will be advantageous
5 years’ research experience having managed and lead research projects within a similar environment.

THIS POST IS SUBJECT TO A 6 MONTHS’ PROBATION PERIOD.

You must also demonstrate:

Knowledge of public policy
Sectoral specific knowledge
Knowledge of the core Parliamentary processes
Excellent knowledge and application of various research methodologies, practices and principles
Excellent data analysis, statistics and data modelling processes
Knowledge in the development of research briefs within a legislative environment
Research Programme and Project management
Ability, knowledge and skills to introduce new research methodologies, tools, and technologies to enhance research productivity and impact.
Strong analytical skills
Financial management skills
Good leadership skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Problem solving skills
Excellent computer literacy skills
High energy with a sense of urgency
Exceptional interpersonal and intrapersonal competence
Focussed on delivering results
Ability to lead and motivate teams through change
Ability to work under sustained pressure
Organisational awareness ability
Political acumen
Emotional intelligence

We are looking for people who have the following attributes:

High energy with a sense of urgency
Exceptional interpersonal and intrapersonal competence
Focussed on delivering results
Resilient
Ability to lead and motivate teams through change
Ability to work under sustained pressure
Organisational awareness ability
Political acumen
Emotional intelligence

What you will experience working at Parliament:
In return for your hard work, we offer meaningful and engaging work. We are passionate about making a difference. Joining us means you will be tackling exciting challenges and working on innovative projects that have a positive impact on the nation and the world. We are committed to recognising and rewarding your dedication and high performance. We are invested in your growth and development and offer numerous growth-promoting opportunities and resources such as bursary scheme and numerous learning and development opportunities. Our culture is collaborative and inclusive. We value teamwork and believe that together, we can achieve extraordinary results. When you join us, you will become part of a community that is driven by the need to serve the nation. Hard work is not all there is to us. Your well-being is important to us, and we promote work practices that enable a healthy work-life integration, supported by our hybrid work arrangements that combines in-office and remote work. Our wellness program, including various sporting codes, is designed to promote emotional and physical well-being. In addition to the above, we offer a highly competitive remuneration package.

About Us
Working at the Parliament of South Africa is a unique opportunity like no other. No matter where you are placed in this premier institution, you will be part of a truly remarkable and exceptional team that serves the people of our great country and shapes the course of our nation's history every day. If promoting the public good is what drives you, if you are passionate about shaping a brighter future for the citizens of South Africa, and you are ready to be part of something extraordinary where you can shine and make a real impact on the people of our country, then Parliament is the place to be. If you are also a dynamic individual who values professionalism, openness, integrity, teamwork, accountability, responsiveness and shows mutual respect, we would like to hear from you. Our doors are open, and we are inviting you to become a part of this incredible journey.

To Apply, Please Select the Appropriate Button Below:
EXTERNAL APPLICANTS
Person that has never been employed by Parliament

EX-EMPLOYEE
Person that was previously employed by Parliament including previously employed Interns and existing Interns

CLOSING DATE: 14 August 2025

“Parliamentary Services Administration promotes and applies the principles of Affirmative Action and equal opportunities”.

CORE BUSINESS SUPPORT DIVISION

TEAM LEADER: PARLIAMENTARY DEMOCRACY OFFICE: LIMPOPO (IRC6955)

We offer a market and industry competitive total cost to company package.
The Parliament of the Republic of South Africa is a premier institution in the country given its status as the legislative authority of South Africa.
It is the only institution that has the power to make laws for the country. Parliament is not just a building, it’s the heart of our democracy where the country’s representatives gather to discuss important issues affecting the people, pass laws meant to promote the public good and promote accountability and transparency in governance. The two houses that make up Parliament, the National Assembly and the National Council of Provinces, each with its own distinct role and functions set out in the Constitution, work together to oversee the promotion of the constitutional values of human dignity, equality, non-racialism and non-sexism, human rights, and freedom.

JOB SUMMARY
The role of Team Leader in one of our Parliamentary Democracy Offices offers exciting opportunities for a people-centred, caring and politically astute individual to be at the center of Parliament’s public participation programs. As a Team Leader, you will be responsible for planning and coordinating all aspects of Parliament’s public outreach in the province, in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, partners and beneficiaries.
In this role, you are required to lead a team to ensure the successful implementation of Parliament’s public participation initiatives in the province, in line with Parliament’s Public Participation Model. This includes the facilitation of public information and education, mobilization of relevant stakeholders, and organizing feedback sessions with the Members of Parliament. You will also be responsible for the management of the office facilities and operations in line with the applicable legislation, policies and procedures approved in Parliament.
Public Participation is an essential component of the Constitutional mandate for Parliament. Parliament’s role and outcomes are to represent the people and ensure government by the people under the Constitution, as well as to represent the provinces and local government in the national sphere of government. In addition, the facilitation of public participation and involvement in its processes therefore remains central to the mandate of Parliament.

Your key responsibilities will be:

Ensure effective and efficient management of all the operations of the Parliamentary Democracy Office (PDO).
Conduct operations management in line with the organisational life cycle principles and milestones adopted in Parliament from planning, execution, monitoring and evaluation and reporting and review.
Ensure that Public Participation engagements, including Public Hearings through the law-making processes are conducted in the province towards meaningful involvement of the people in Parliament’s processes and its committees.
Ensure availability and accessibility of educational materials to inform and educate people about Parliament and its functions in the province’s predominant official languages.
Equip the people with the relevant knowledge and skills needed to engage meaningfully in Parliament’s Public Participation engagements and public hearings.
Work in collaboration with relevant stakeholders to ensure there is a progressive loop of information sharing and providing feedback.
Provide insightful and influential communications on relevant matters in writing and orally as an organisational ambassador of Parliament in the province.
Provide a conducive work environment that is free of hazards but equipped with the facilities, assets and technologies required to ensure the operations are run effectively.
Uphold the health and wellness mechanisms needed to maintain operational excellence.
Manage employees, the team and working relationships in line with the legislation, policies and procedures approved in Parliament.
Account for the productivity, spending and performance of the PDO.
Apply sound Financial Management in line with the Financial Management of Parliament and Provincial Legislatures Act, Supply Chain Management processes and Parliament Delegation of Authority.
Proactively identify risks, and work in collaboration with relevant stakeholders to categorise risks and develop effective mitigation plans and risk management strategies.
Provide management reporting on all matters timeously as per the applicable practices and legislation used in Parliament.

To qualify, you must have:
A relevant Bachelor’s degree, e.g. in Education/ Community Development / Communication / Public Relations / Public Management / Public Administration or a related qualification at an NQF Level 7. A minimum of five years relevant experience, e.g. in public engagements and/or public stakeholder relations of which at least two years must have been in a supervisory/management position.

THIS POST IS SUBJECT TO A 6 MONTHS’ PROBATION PERIOD.

We are looking for people who have the following attributes:

Ability to communicate (orally and in writing) and engage in the predominant languages of the province.
Ability to facilitate and deliver basic public education workshops within communities of targeted interest groups.
Proven experience of working with rural communities or otherwise traceable community activism.
Understanding of the prevailing socio-political conditions in the province.
Appreciation of the value of Parliament and collaboration with strategic stakeholders.
Excellent knowledge of the Constitution and the role and functions of Parliament.
Good understanding of the co-operative government and intergovernmental relations structures.
Hands-on with strategic and operational planning and implementation.
Knowledge and understanding of managing operational risk and health and safety.
Excellent stress management skills.
High energy with a sense of urgency.
Ability to work under sustained pressure.
Exceptional interpersonal skills.
Ability to network and engage across all levels.
Excellent conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities.
Experience in managing and leading teams through organisational change.
Professional work ethic with a strong commitment to making a difference.
Excellent aptitude for computer applications and technology.

IT IS IMPORTANT TO NOTE THAT:

This job is based in a Parliamentary Democracy Office in the province indicated and not at the Parliamentary precinct in Cape Town.
This job may involve long working hours which might include working after hours, weekends and on public holidays.
The job requires extensive travel within the province, to other provinces and Parliament in Cape Town, from time to time.

What you will experience working at Parliament:
In return for your hard work, we offer meaningful and engaging work. We are passionate about making a difference. Joining us means you will be tackling exciting challenges and working on innovative projects that have a positive impact on the nation and the world. We are committed to recognising and rewarding your dedication and high performance. We are invested in your growth and development and offer numerous growth-promoting opportunities and resources such as bursary scheme and numerous learning and development opportunities. Our culture is collaborative and inclusive. We value teamwork and believe that together, we can achieve extraordinary results. When you join us, you will become part of a community that is driven by the need to serve the nation. Hard work is not all there is to us. Your well-being is important to us, and we promote work practices that enable a healthy work-life integration, supported by our hybrid work arrangements that combines in-office and remote work. Our wellness program, including various sporting codes, is designed to promote emotional and physical well-being. In addition to the above, we offer a highly competitive remuneration package.

About Us
Working at the Parliament of South Africa is a unique opportunity like no other. No matter where you are placed in this premier institution, you will be part of a truly remarkable and exceptional team that serves the people of our great country and shapes the course of our nation's history every day. If promoting the public good is what drives you, if you are passionate about shaping a brighter future for the citizens of South Africa, and you are ready to be part of something extraordinary where you can shine and make a real impact on the people of our country, then Parliament is the place to be. If you are also a dynamic individual who values professionalism, openness, integrity, teamwork, accountability, responsiveness and shows mutual respect, we would like to hear from you. Our doors are open, and we are inviting you to become a part of this incredible journey.

To Apply, Please Select the Appropriate Button Below:

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS
Person that has never been employed by Parliament

EX-EMPLOYEE
Person that was previously employed by Parliament including previously employed Interns and existing Interns

CLOSING DATE: 14 August 2025

“Parliamentary Services Administration promotes and applies the principles of Affirmative Action and equal opportunities”.

CORE BUSINESS SUPPORT DIVISION

TEAM LEADER: PARLIAMENTARY DEMOCRACY OFFICE: NORTHERN CAPE (IRC6956)

We offer a market and industry competitive total cost to company package.
The Parliament of the Republic of South Africa is a premier institution in the country given its status as the legislative authority of South Africa.
It is the only institution that has the power to make laws for the country. Parliament is not just a building, it’s the heart of our democracy where the country’s representatives gather to discuss important issues affecting the people, pass laws meant to promote the public good and promote accountability and transparency in governance. The two houses that make up Parliament, the National Assembly and the National Council of Provinces, each with its own distinct role and functions set out in the Constitution, work together to oversee the promotion of the constitutional values of human dignity, equality, non-racialism and non-sexism, human rights, and freedom.

JOB SUMMARY
The role of Team Leader in one of our Parliamentary Democracy Offices offers exciting opportunities for a people-centred, caring and politically astute individual to be at the center of Parliament’s public participation programs. As a Team Leader, you will be responsible for planning and coordinating all aspects of Parliament’s public outreach in the province, in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, partners and beneficiaries.
In this role, you are required to lead a team to ensure the successful implementation of Parliament’s public participation initiatives in the province, in line with Parliament’s Public Participation Model. This includes the facilitation of public information and education, mobilization of relevant stakeholders, and organizing feedback sessions with the Members of Parliament. You will also be responsible for the management of the office facilities and operations in line with the applicable legislation, policies and procedures approved in Parliament.
Public Participation is an essential component of the Constitutional mandate for Parliament. Parliament’s role and outcomes are to represent the people and ensure government by the people under the Constitution, as well as to represent the provinces and local government in the national sphere of government. In addition, the facilitation of public participation and involvement in its processes therefore remains central to the mandate of Parliament.

Your key responsibilities will be:

Ensure effective and efficient management of all the operations of the Parliamentary Democracy Office (PDO).
Conduct operations management in line with the organisational life cycle principles and milestones adopted in Parliament from planning, execution, monitoring and evaluation and reporting and review.
Ensure that Public Participation engagements, including Public Hearings through the law-making processes are conducted in the province towards meaningful involvement of the people in Parliament’s processes and its committees.
Ensure availability and accessibility of educational materials to inform and educate people about Parliament and its functions in the province’s predominant official languages.
Equip the people with the relevant knowledge and skills needed to engage meaningfully in Parliament’s Public Participation engagements and public hearings.
Work in collaboration with relevant stakeholders to ensure there is a progressive loop of information sharing and providing feedback.
Provide insightful and influential communications on relevant matters in writing and orally as an organisational ambassador of Parliament in the province.
Provide a conducive work environment that is free of hazards but equipped with the facilities, assets and technologies required to ensure the operations are run effectively.
Uphold the health and wellness mechanisms needed to maintain operational excellence.
Manage employees, the team and working relationships in line with the legislation, policies and procedures approved in Parliament.
Account for the productivity, spending and performance of the PDO.
Apply sound Financial Management in line with the Financial Management of Parliament and Provincial Legislatures Act, Supply Chain Management processes and Parliament Delegation of Authority.
Proactively identify risks, and work in collaboration with relevant stakeholders to categorise risks and develop effective mitigation plans and risk management strategies.
Provide management reporting on all matters timeously as per the applicable practices and legislation used in Parliament.

Ability to communicate (orally and in writing) and engage in the predominant languages of the province.
Ability to facilitate and deliver basic public education workshops within communities of targeted interest groups.
Proven experience of working with rural communities or otherwise traceable community activism.
Understanding of the prevailing socio-political conditions in the province.
Appreciation of the value of Parliament and collaboration with strategic stakeholders.
Excellent knowledge of the Constitution and the role and functions of Parliament.
Good understanding of the co-operative government and intergovernmental relations structures.
Hands-on with strategic and operational planning and implementation.
Knowledge and understanding of managing operational risk and health and safety.
Excellent stress management skills.
High energy with a sense of urgency.
Ability to work under sustained pressure.
Exceptional interpersonal skills.
Ability to network and engage across all levels.
Excellent conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities.
Experience in managing and leading teams through organisational change.
Professional work ethic with a strong commitment to making a difference.
Excellent aptitude for computer applications and technology.

IT IS IMPORTANT TO NOTE THAT:

This job is based in a Parliamentary Democracy Office in the province indicated and not at the Parliamentary precinct in Cape Town.
This job may involve long working hours which might include working after hours, weekends and on public holidays.
The job requires extensive travel within the province, to other provinces and Parliament in Cape Town, from time to time.

What you will experience working at Parliament:
In return for your hard work, we offer meaningful and engaging work. We are passionate about making a difference. Joining us means you will be tackling exciting challenges and working on innovative projects that have a positive impact on the nation and the world. We are committed to recognising and rewarding your dedication and high performance. We are invested in your growth and development and offer numerous growth-promoting opportunities and resources such as bursary scheme and numerous learning and development opportunities. Our culture is collaborative and inclusive. We value teamwork and believe that together, we can achieve extraordinary results. When you join us, you will become part of a community that is driven by the need to serve the nation. Hard work is not all there is to us. Your well-being is important to us, and we promote work practices that enable a healthy work-life integration, supported by our hybrid work arrangements that combines in-office and remote work. Our wellness program, including various sporting codes, is designed to promote emotional and physical well-being. In addition to the above, we offer a highly competitive remuneration package.

About Us
Working at the Parliament of South Africa is a unique opportunity like no other. No matter where you are placed in this premier institution, you will be part of a truly remarkable and exceptional team that serves the people of our great country and shapes the course of our nation's history every day. If promoting the public good is what drives you, if you are passionate about shaping a brighter future for the citizens of South Africa, and you are ready to be part of something extraordinary where you can shine and make a real impact on the people of our country, then Parliament is the place to be. If you are also a dynamic individual who values professionalism, openness, integrity, teamwork, accountability, responsiveness and shows mutual respect, we would like to hear from you. Our doors are open, and we are inviting you to become a part of this incredible journey.

To Apply, Please Select the Appropriate Button Below:
EXTERNAL APPLICANTS

Person that has never been employed by Parliament
EX-EMPLOYEE

Person that was previously employed by Parliament including previously employed Interns and existing Interns

CLOSING DATE: 14 August 2025

“Parliamentary Services Administration promotes and applies the principles of Affirmative Action and equal opportunities”.

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