JOBS AT GAUTENG VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS
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SUMMARY OF JOB POSTS LISTED
Gauteng Government Vacancies Open Until 22 June 2026
The Gauteng Provincial Government has announced a range of high-level and management vacancies across several departments, including Agriculture and Rural Development, e-Government, Provincial Treasury, and Social Development. These opportunities are ideal for experienced professionals seeking to advance their careers in the public sector.
Applications for most positions close on 22 June 2026, and interested candidates are encouraged to apply through the Gauteng online recruitment portal.
Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Vacancies
Director: Legal Advisory Services
The Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is recruiting a Director for Legal Advisory Services based at its Johannesburg Head Office. The successful candidate will provide strategic legal guidance, oversee litigation management, ensure legislative compliance, and manage legal advisory functions within the department.
Salary: R1 317 384 per annum (all-inclusive package)
Director: Veterinary Public Health and Export Facilitation
This senior management position focuses on veterinary public health, food safety, animal product exports, and compliance with international veterinary standards. The role also includes overseeing import and export certification processes and veterinary public health programmes.
Salary: R1 317 384 per annum (all-inclusive package)
Department of e-Government Vacancy
Independent Chairperson – Risk Management Committee
The Department of e-Government is seeking an experienced professional to serve as Independent Chairperson of its Risk Management Committee. The appointment will be for a 12-month term and may be renewed at the discretion of the department.
Applicants should have extensive experience in risk management, auditing, corporate governance, and anti-fraud environments.
Compensation: As determined by National Treasury
Gauteng Provincial Treasury Vacancies
Deputy Director: Budget Management
The Provincial Treasury is looking for an experienced budget management professional to support provincial planning and budgeting processes and provide guidance to client departments.
Salary: R932 292 per annum
Assistant Director: Budget Management
This role involves supporting budget planning, expenditure management, and provincial budgeting processes.
Salary: R487 197 per annum plus benefits
Assistant Director: Accounting and Reporting
Successful candidates will assist with financial statement consolidation, audit action plan monitoring, and compliance with public finance regulations.
Salary: R487 197 per annum plus benefits
Assistant Director: Transversal Risk Management (2 Posts)
The Treasury is recruiting two professionals to support risk management implementation, conduct risk assessments, and assist departments and municipalities in strengthening governance frameworks.
Salary: R487 197 per annum plus benefits
Assistant Director: Municipal Accounting, Auditing and Reporting
This position focuses on municipal finance oversight, internal audit support, and implementation of remedial actions to improve financial governance.
Salary: R487 197 per annum plus benefits
Department of Social Development Vacancies
Deputy Director-General: Social Welfare Services
A strategic leadership position responsible for overseeing social welfare and community development programmes across Gauteng.
Salary: R1 885 710 per annum
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
The department seeks an experienced financial executive to manage financial planning, budgeting, reporting, supply chain management, and risk management functions.
Salary: R1 554 696 per annum
Director: Human Resource Management
The successful candidate will lead HR administration, labour relations, organisational development, recruitment, and employee wellness programmes.
Salary: R1 317 384 per annum
Director: Legal Services
This role involves providing strategic legal leadership, managing litigation, drafting legal agreements, and ensuring legislative compliance across departmental operations.
Salary: R1 317 384 per annum
Director: NPO Partnership and Financing
The department is looking for a financial management specialist to oversee funding processes for non-profit organisations, financial compliance, and partnership development.
Salary: R1 317 384 per annum
Director: Supply Chain Management
The successful candidate will oversee procurement, tender management, logistics, asset management, and supply chain governance.
Salary: R1 317 384 per annum
Important Application Information
Applicants must submit applications using the new Z83 application form and attach an updated CV. Most positions require relevant qualifications recognized by SAQA, while senior management positions require the Nyukela Senior Management Service (SMS) Pre-Entry Certificate before appointment.
Candidates should note that shortlisted applicants will undergo verification checks, including qualification verification, criminal record screening, employment verification, and integrity assessments where applicable.
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted online through the Gauteng Government Jobs Portal:
Applicants are advised to carefully read the requirements of each vacancy and ensure that all supporting documentation is correctly completed before submission.
Closing Date
All advertised positions close on 22 June 2026.
Interested candidates should apply as early as possible to avoid last-minute technical issues and ensure their applications are successfully submitted.
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