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Department of Social Development Director-General Vacancy 2026

The Department of Social Development (DSD) has announced an exciting senior leadership opportunity for experienced professionals in the public sector. Applications are now open for the position of Director-General: Social Development, offered on a five-year fixed-term contract at the department’s head office in Pretoria.

This vacancy is ideal for candidates with extensive senior management experience and a strong background in public administration, policy development, and social development frameworks.

Post Details

• Position: Director-General: Social Development

• Reference Number: A1/2026

• Contract Type: Five-year fixed-term contract

• Centre: Pretoria – HSRC Building

Salary Package

The successful candidate will receive a competitive all-inclusive remuneration package of R2 352 642 per annum, plus a 10% non-pensionable Head of Department allowance.
The package includes a basic salary, the state’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund, and a flexible portion structured in accordance with applicable regulations.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• A postgraduate qualification (NQF Level 8) recognised by SAQA in:

  • Public Administration

  • Social Sciences

  • Public Management

• At least 10 years’ experience at a senior managerial level

• Extensive knowledge of:

  • The Constitution of South Africa

  • Public Service legislative framework and regulations

  • PFMA and Treasury Regulations

  • Social assistance legislation, policies, and frameworks

  • National Development Plan (NDP)

  • POPIA and PAIA

  • Corporate governance (King IV Report)

Key Competencies and Attributes

The ideal candidate must demonstrate:

• Strategic capability and leadership

• Financial and change management skills

• Programme and project management expertise

• Strong people management and empowerment abilities

• Executive decision-making and negotiation skills

• Ethical leadership and accountability

• Ability to drive innovation and organisational transformation

Key Responsibilities

The Director-General will be responsible for:

• Providing strategic leadership in implementing the department’s constitutional and legislative mandate

• Ensuring effective and efficient management and administration of the department

• Strengthening intergovernmental and stakeholder relations

• Supporting the Executive Authority with oversight of public entities and regulatory bodies

• Acting as the main communication link between the Executive Authority and the department

Application Process

Applicants must submit:

• A completed and signed Z83 application form (new version effective from 1 January 2021)

• A detailed CV outlining duties and responsibilities

• Names and contact details of two referees

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and supporting documents at the interview stage. Applicants for SMS posts must also complete the SMS Pre-Entry Programme offered by the National School of Government.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted to:

Director-General
Department of Social Development
Private Bag X901
Pretoria, 0001

📍 Physical Address: HSRC Building, 134 Pretorius Street, Pretoria
📧 Email Applications: eRecruit.DG123@dsd.gov.za
👤 For Attention: Mr S Boshielo

Closing Date

🗓 13 February 2026

Late applications will not be considered. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you are not contacted within three months after the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.

Enquiries

For more information regarding this vacancy, contact:
Mr XA Brukwe
☎ Tel: (012) 312-7654 / 7866

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