The Department of International Relations and Cooperation is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
APPLICATIONS: Please email your applications to the email address indicated below each post, quoting the post name in the subject line for acknowledgement. Hand-delivered applications can be submitted to the OR Tambo Building, 460 Soutpansberg Road, Pretoria. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
NOTE: Applications must be submitted on the new Z83 form (effective from January 1, 2021), duly completed and hand-signed, obtainable from any Public Service department or the DIRCO website: www.dirco.gov.za. For further information and application guidelines, visit the Department’s website (www.dirco.gov.za) under Jobs. Applications should include a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV). Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, Identity Document (ID), Driver’s license, and any other relevant documents. Applications using the incorrect Z83 form will not be considered. All appointments will be subject to security clearance. Applicants with foreign qualifications must have them evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Shortlisted candidates will undergo two pre-entry assessments, including a practical exercise and an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Following these assessments, candidates will attend a generic managerial competency assessment using DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. Personnel suitability checks and verification of qualifications will be conducted for all shortlisted candidates. Applicants must indicate the number of Boards they serve on in their Curriculum Vitae, as per Cabinet decision on March 2, 2016; failure to provide this information will result in disqualification. A pre-entry certificate (Nyukela certificate) from the National School of Government (NSG) is required for all SMS appointments; details are available on the NSG website. The successful candidate will be required to complete a Financial Disclosure form annually. We appreciate all applicants’ interest; however, DIRCO reserves the right not to make appointments. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within four (4) months after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
POST 10/183: DEPUTY DIRECTOR-GENERAL: AFRICA
Branch: Africa
SALARY: R1 663 581 per annum
CENTRE: Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS:
- Undergraduate and postgraduate qualification (NQF level 8) in Political Science or related fields recognized by SAQA
- 8 years of experience at senior managerial level in International Relations or related fields
- Competencies in strategic capability, leadership, people management, programme and project management, financial management, change management, problem-solving, communication, negotiation, and diplomacy skills
DUTIES:
- Manage Branch: Africa and diplomatic missions in Africa
- Support and advise Political Principals and Director-General
- Provide inputs to Cabinet Committees, Portfolio Committee, and other structures on political priorities, policy recommendations, and strategies
- Assist with policy formulation
- Strengthen political and economic relations to promote South Africa’s trade, investment, and tourism potential
- Manage internal and external stakeholder relations
- Supervise implementation of foreign policy decisions and bilateral relations
ENQUIRIES:
Mr J Matji Tel No: (012) 301 8764
APPLICATIONS:
Email: ddgafrica24@dirco.gov.za
Please quote the post name in the subject line for acknowledgment.
POST 10/184: HEAD OF OPERATIONS: ARF SECRETARIAT
Branch: African Renaissance Fund (ARF)
SALARY: R1 162 200 per annum
CENTRE: Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS:
- Relevant undergraduate qualification (NQF7) in Financial Management or related fields recognized by SAQA
- 5 years’ experience at middle management level in Financial Management, Administration, and Operations
- Knowledge of SA’s foreign policy, diplomacy, African development, and international development cooperation
- Experience with international diplomatic practices, negotiation, communication, marketing, and stakeholder management
- Competencies in project management, decision making, strategic leadership, people management, and quality management
DUTIES:
- Strategic management of the ARF Secretariat
- Co-ordinate Secretariat activities and manage ARF Programme/Project Agreements
- Market ARF goals and programmes
- Develop operational Policy Guideline and strategy for partnerships
- Facilitate partnerships with relevant agencies and institutions
- Provide legal and contractual advice and support
- Render secretariat services to the ARF Advisory Committee
ENQUIRIES:
Mr J Matji Tel No: (012) 301 8764
APPLICATIONS:
Email: dirarf24@dirco.gov.za
Please quote the post name in the subject line for acknowledgment.
CLOSING DATE: April 5, 2024
