Deputy Director: Governance Structures and Committees

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: GOVERNANCE STRUCTURES AND COMMITTEES is listed by DEPARTMENT OF SPORT, ARTS AND CULTURE (DSAC). The post is based in Pretoria, Gauteng. The closing date is 05 October 2026.

Job Details

Requirements

• Senior Certificate/Matric Certificate /Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent qualification; Minimum three-year National Diploma (NQF level
• 6) / Degree (NQF level
• 7) as recognised by SAQA in Political Science/ Public Administration/ Government Studies/ Public Policy/ Public Management/ Office Management or any related administration qualification; 3-5 years relevant experience, at least 3 years at an Assistant Director level in parliamentary support services, coordination of government structures, committee administration or any relevant governance administration environment; Knowledge of Parliamentary procedures and processes; Knowledge of public sector governance frameworks, policy and procedures; Knowledge and understanding of Constitution of the Republic of South Africa; Understanding of government and legislative systems; Policy analysis and legislative monitoring; Report writing and presentation skills; Problem-solving and decision-making; Planning and coordination; Client Orientation and Customer Focus; Good communication and Interpersonal relations; Computer Literacy; Project Management Skills; Ability to work as a team; Ability to work under pressure; Professional Integrity; Confidentiality

Duties / Responsibilities

Manage the coordination of parliamentary services-Develop and implement systems and processes to coordinate parliamentary and governance matters; Coordinate all interactions between the Department, its entities and Parliament; Manage relationships with parliamentary committees, Members of Parliament, parliamentary support staff and other relevant stakeholders; Coordinate the preparation, quality assurance and submission of parliamentary questions, replies, briefing notes, presentations and other parliamentary documents; Facilitate the attendance and participation of the Executive Authority and departmental officials in parliamentary committee meetings, hearings, oversight visits and other parliamentary engagements; Ensure departmental representation at parliamentary events and official engagements; Monitor compliance with parliamentary procedures, protocols, reporting requirements and prescribed timeframes; Provide advice and guidance on parliamentary procedures, governance matters and legislative processes; Coordinate parliamentary committee support services and monitor the implementation of parliamentary committee resolutions; Prepare and submit parliamentary governance reports and performance reports for management; Manage government structures- Develop and implement governance frameworks, policies and standard operating procedures for departmental governance structures and committees; Coordinate the establishment, review and effective functioning of governance structures and committees; Develop work plans for governance structures and committees; Ensure the effective planning, coordination and administration of governance committee meetings; Review committee agendas, reports and supporting documentation to ensure quality, accuracy and compliance; Monitor the implementation of committee resolutions and track progress on action items; Ensure governance structures comply with legislative, regulatory and departmental requirements; Coordinate the review of committee terms of reference, delegations of authority and governance charters; Provide governance advice and secretariat support to governance structures; Compile governance reports and recommendations for Executive Management; Coordinate the administration of departmental governance committees-Coordinate the end-to-end administrative support for departmental governance committees; Develop and maintain annual meeting schedules and committee calendars; Coordinate the preparation and distribution of meeting notices, agendas and committee packs; Ensure the accurate recording and timely distribution of committee minutes; Maintain an effective system for recording committee decisions and maintaining the resolution register; Maintain governance committee records and ensure effective filing and document management; Coordinate logistical and administrative arrangements for governance committee meetings; Manage stakeholder liaison and governance-Develop and implement stakeholder engagement strategies relating to governance structures and committees; Establish and maintain effective relationships with government departments, public entities, oversight bodies and other governance stakeholders; Coordinate intergovernmental governance forums, committee engagements and stakeholder consultations; Provide governance advice and support to relevant stakeholders; Facilitate communication between governance committees and relevant stakeholders; Coordinate awareness and capacitybuilding initiatives on governance frameworks, committee processes and compliance requirements; Represent the Department on governance forums, interdepartmental committees and working groups; Prepare governance reports, briefing documents and stakeholder engagement reports; Manage the sub-directorate- Allocate work to subordinates; Provide advice on governance structures and committees; Ensure training and development to subordinates; Facilitate the performance agreement of subordinates; Monitor proper filing for record and audit purposes; Coordinate responses to audit findings; Identify organisational risks and implement appropriate mitigation measures; Ensure sound governance, compliance, ethics and internal control within the Sub- Directorate; Ensure compliance with all applicable legislative and departmental prescripts.

Application Instructions

Application instructions from department section

Applicants must use this link below to access DSAC E-Recruitment System https://erecruit.dsac.gov.za/public/login_test.php Hand delivery: Sealed envelope addressed to Chief Director: Human Resource Management and Development, Sechaba House, 202 Madiba Street, Pretoria Central. Postal mail to The Chief Director: Human Resource Management and Development, Private Bag X897, Pretoria, 0001.

Notes

Please create a user profile by completing all required personal information and setting up your login credentials. Once registration is complete, log in to the system and you will be directed to the Welcome Page.

From the Welcome Page, you may browse all vacant positions opportunities listed below. Applicants are strongly advised to complete all information required for the electronic Z83 form on the system before applying for any position.

The Z83 form has been adopted into the system, and applications cannot be processed unless all mandatory fields are completed. After completing your profile and Z83 information, you may apply for any relevant advertised position through the system.

Ensure that your application is fully completed and submitted before the closing date, as incomplete or late applications will not be considered. Once submitted, the system will provide a confirmation message indicating that your application has been successfully received.

The e- Recruitment portal is also accessible via smartphones and other mobile devices. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.

Only shortlisted candidates will be required to bring certified copies of ID, Driver’s licence (where required) and qualifications on or before the interview. Should you be in possession of any foreign qualification(s), it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA); Applicants must be South African citizens.

Shortlisted candidates must avail themselves for a virtual or in-person panel interview at a date and time determined by DSAC. The applicant should make own arrangement for access to internet connectivity and equipment for this purpose.

Applicants must note that pre-employment checks and references will be conducted once they are shortlisted. The appointment is also subject to a positive outcome on these checks, including security clearance, security vetting, qualification/study verification, citizenship verification, financial/asset record check, previous employment verification and criminal record.

If an applicant wishes to withdraw an application, it must be done in writing. We encourage all applicants to declare any criminal and/or negative credit records.

All shortlisted candidates 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, the logistics of which will be communicated by the Department.

All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity.

The successful candidate will be required to enter into an employment contract and sign an annual performance agreement. The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.

The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of the Department to achieve its Employment Equity targets. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of these posts.

The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment and to use other recruitment processes, thus withdrawing this advert by notice on its communication channels. Prior to appointment for SMS post, a candidate would be required to complete the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to Senior Management Services as endorsed by the DPSA, which is an online course endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG).

The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be sourced from the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/.If you have not been contacted within three months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. We thank all applicants for their interest.

MANAGEMENT ECHELON

Circular Notes

Circular Notes

must be submitted on the most recently approved Z83 Application for Employment Form, obtainable from the DBE Website or any Public Service Department/Webpage. Use of the old Z83 Form will result in disqualification.

The Z83 must be completed in full and page 2 duly signed. A clear indication of the post and reference number that is being applied for must be indicated on your Z83.

Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the Z83 with a detailed Curriculum Vitae (only). Certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be requested from shortlisted candidates on or before the day of the interview.

Successful candidates will be subjected to Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal record, citizenship & financial/asset record checks, qualification and employment verification including social media profiles). Appointment is subject to positive results of the security clearance process.

The successful candidate will be required to sign an annual performance agreement and, where applicable, annually disclose his/her financial interests. All applicants are required to declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships of Boards and directorships that they may 4 be associated with.

Applicants, who do not comply with the requirements outlined above, will not be considered. MANAGEMENT ECHELON

Enquiries

Dr C Khumalo Tel No:(012) 441 3439

Required Documents

Z83, Qualifications, Certified ID copy, Driver licence, Other

DPSA Circular Source

• Circular: DPSA Circular 34 of 2026
• Source pages: 98–99
• Open the DPSA circular PDF