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Deputy Director General: Corporate Services
This is a re-advert, candidate who applied previously are encouraged to re- apply.
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Deputy Director General for Corporate Services in Pretoria. Requires Honours Degree or Postgraduate Diploma in Business Management/Administration/Public Management plus 8 years senior managerial exper
- Provide strategic direction to advance DMPR's missions and strategic objectives.
- Oversee development and implementation of facilities, security, human capital management, communication, and IT strategies.
- Lead and manage people, financial, governance, compliance, and risk aspects of the corporate services portfolio.
- Must have Honours Degree or Postgraduate Diploma in Business Management, Public Administration, or equivalent NQF Level 8 qualification.
- Minimum 8 years' experience at senior managerial level in a relevant field.
- Based at Head Office, Pretoria. Salary: R1 885 710 per annum (all-inclusive package).
- Candidates must complete the SMS Pre-Entry Programme (Nyukela) from the National School of Government before appointment.
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Requirements
- Honours Degree or Postgraduate Diploma in Business Management/ Business Administration/ / Public Management/ Public Administration or an appropriate Postgraduate qualification (NQF Level 8) Plus minimum of 8 years’ experience at senior managerial in a relevant field.
- Knowledge of:
- Understanding of DMPR policies, functions, projects etc.
- In-depth knowledge of human capital management, knowledge management policies, standards and procedures.
- Relevant legislation and regulatory frameworks.
- Systems thinking, integration and business process optimisation.
- Policy development, strategic planning.
- Internal and external communication and liaison.
- Skills:
- Communication skills (verbal and written).
- Management and organisational skills.
- Computer skills.
- Creativity and innovation.
- Interpersonal skills.
- Analytical skills.
- Numerical skills.
- Organising and co-ordination.
- Facilitation and implementation.
- Well-developed interpersonal relationships at all levels.
- Teamwork.
- Financial Management.
- Negotiation and consultation skills.
- Problem solving and analysis.
- Strategic Capability and leadership.
- Change management.
- Policy development and implementation.
- Legal interpretation and Implementation;
- Thinking Demand:
- Creative/ innovative thinker.
- Ability to analyse information.
- Logical.
- Objective.
- Accurate.
- Diplomatic.
Duties
- Provide strategic direction to advance the achievement of the DMPR's missions, strategic objectives mandate.
- Ensure the development and implementation of facilities and security strategies and systems for efficient infrastructure management including cleaning services, health and safety, security and reception.
- Oversee the development and implementation of human capital management strategies and system and drive the integration and execution of culture, change, wellness, performance, labour relations and other HR services.
- Drive the development and execution of communication, Marketing, and Stakeholder Management strategies and systems, media relations, and other stakeholder engagement functions.
- Oversee the provision of strategic leadership and support to Minister and Director-General in the execution of their responsibilities relating to oversight of the State Owned Enterprise.
- Oversee the management of Information Technology functions of the Department to ensure the establishment of sound information Management Systems.
- Oversee the provision of Legal support and advisory service to the Ministry and Department.
- Lead and manage the people, financial, governance, compliance, systems and risk aspects of the portfolio and ensure successful execution and delivery of the branch’s priorities, programs and project.
How to apply
Applicants must be submitted via DMPR E-Recruitment System accessible using the following link https://erecruitment.dmpr.gov.za. Applications must create a user profile by completing all required personal information and setting up your login credential on DMPR E-Recruitment System. Once registration is complete and logged in to the system, you may browse all vacant positions. Another option is to submit application by post or courier, quoting relevant reference, addressed to: The Director-General, Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Private Bag X59, Pretoria, 0001. Alternatively, applications may also be hand delivered to Trevenna Campus, corner Meintjies and Francis Baard Street, former Schoeman. General enquiries may be brought to the attention of Ms T Gumede Tel No: (012) 444- 3319.
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Enquiries
Ms LM Maluleka at 082 303 7721
Notes from the department
- No appointment shall be affected without the recommended candidate producing a Certificate of completion for the SMS Pre-Entry Programme (Nyukela) offered by the National School of government which can be accessed via this link: https://www.thensg.gov.za.
- Candidates will undergo a compulsory competency assessment and technical assessment.
- The Candidate will have to disclose her/ his financial Interests.
- Note:
- Preference will be given to women for top management level and consideration can be given to the employment of persons with disability are encouraged to apply.
As printed in Circular 35 of 2026 · page 70 · open the PDF
POST 35/108: DEPUTY DIRECTOR GENERAL: CORPORATE SERVICES REF NO: 097 This is a re-advert, candidate who applied previously are encouraged to re- apply. SALARY: R1 885 710 per annum (Level 15), (all-inclusive package) CENTRE: Head Office, Pretoria REQUIREMENTS: Honours Degree or Postgraduate Diploma in Business Management/ Business Administration/ / Public Management/ Public Administration or an appropriate Postgraduate qualification (NQF Level 8) Plus minimum of 8 years’ experience at senior managerial in a relevant field. Knowledge of: Understanding of DMPR policies, functions, projects etc. In-depth knowledge of human capital management, knowledge management policies, standards and procedures. Relevant legislation and regulatory frameworks. Systems thinking, integration and business process optimisation. Policy development, strategic planning. Internal and external communication and liaison. Skills: Communication skills (verbal and written). Management and organisational skills. Computer skills. Creativity and innovation. Interpersonal skills. Analytical skills. Numerical skills. Organising and co-ordination. Facilitation and implementation. Well-developed interpersonal relationships at all levels. Teamwork. Financial Management. Negotiation and consultation skills. Problem solving and analysis. Strategic Capability and leadership. Change management. Policy development and implementation. Legal interpretation and Implementation; Thinking Demand: Creative/ innovative thinker. Ability to analyse information. Logical. Objective. Accurate. Diplomatic. DUTIES: Provide strategic direction to advance the achievement of the DMPR's missions, strategic objectives mandate. Ensure the development and implementation of facilities and security strategies and systems for efficient infrastructure management including cleaning services, health and safety, security and reception. Oversee the development and implementation of human capital management strategies and system and drive the integration and execution of culture, change, wellness, performance, labour relations and other HR services. Drive the development and execution of communication, Marketing, and Stakeholder Management strategies and systems, media relations, and other stakeholder engagement functions. Oversee the provision of strategic leadership and support to Minister and Director-General in the execution of their responsibilities relating to oversight of the State Owned Enterprise. Oversee the management of Information Technology functions of the Department to ensure the establishment of sound information Management Systems. Oversee the provision of Legal support and advisory service to the Ministry and Department. Lead and manage the people, financial, governance, compliance, systems and risk aspects of the portfolio and ensure successful execution and delivery of the branch’s priorities, programs and project. ENQUIRIES: Ms LM Maluleka at 082 303 7721 NOTE: No appointment shall be affected without the recommended candidate producing a Certificate of completion for the SMS Pre-Entry Programme (Nyukela) offered by the National School of government which can be accessed via this link: https://www.thensg.gov.za. Candidates will undergo a compulsory competency assessment and technical assessment. The Candidate will have to disclose her/ his financial Interests. Note: Preference will be given to women for top management level and consideration can be given to the employment of persons with disability are encouraged to apply.