The Department of Cooperative Governance aims to create a well-coordinated system of government, including national, provincial, and local levels, all working together to achieve sustainable development and effective service delivery. To support this vision, the Department is investing in its people by building skills, increasing technical capacity for better service delivery, and promoting diversity in its workforce. Preference will be given to candidates whose appointment, transfer, or promotion will help improve representation within the Department.
Closing Date: 07 November 2025
Important Notes for Applicants: Please use the new Z83 application form for employment, which has been in effect since 1 January 2021. You can download it from http://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp. Applications using the old Z83 form will not be accepted. Every application must include a detailed CV that clearly shows your work history, including exact start and end dates for each position, the levels and ranks of your experience, and your current salary package. Also, provide at least two contactable references.
Only shortlisted candidates will need to submit certified copies of their documents before or at the interview. If you have foreign qualifications, it is your responsibility to have them evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Incomplete applications or those received after the closing date will not be considered.
All shortlisted candidates will go through a technical exercise or follow-up interviews to test job-related skills. After that, the selection panel may recommend candidates for a generic managerial competency assessment, as required by the Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA). This assessment will evaluate key competencies such as strategic leadership, people management, programme and project management, change management, financial management, knowledge management, service delivery innovation, problem-solving, client orientation, and communication skills.
The successful candidate will undergo a pre-employment screening, including checks for criminal records, credit history, citizenship, and qualification verification. The appointment will be on a 12-month probation period, and you will need to sign a performance agreement. It is your responsibility to ensure all information and supporting documents are submitted on time.
We will only contact shortlisted candidates. If you do not hear from us within three months of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful. The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment.
These positions are at the Senior Management Service level where applicable, so successful candidates must complete the Senior Management Pre-entry Programme endorsed by the National School of Government before appointment. You can access the course at https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme/. Provide proof of completion prior to starting. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
POST 39/18: SENIOR PLANNING OFFICER: SPATIAL AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT PLANNING (REF NO: SPO001)
Salary: R397 116 per annum (Level 08)
Location: Pretoria
Requirements: You need a three-year National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Town and Regional Planning, Social Science, Geomatics, or an equivalent qualification at NQF level 6/7, as recognized by SAQA. You should have 2-3 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint is essential. A valid driver’s license is required, and you must be willing to travel.
General Skills Needed: High-quality work output, taking initiative, good interpersonal relations, effective planning and execution, analytical thinking, reliability, clear communication, teamwork, conflict management, customer focus, and responsiveness.
Technical Skills Needed: Strong knowledge of town planning and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Experience in project management, research and development, computer-aided applications, legal compliance, technical report writing, and research methods.
Duties: In this role, you will support the analysis of municipal spatial planning tools, such as Municipal Spatial Development Frameworks, to guide Integrated Development Planning. You will provide general administrative support to the GIS function. Assist in developing and maintaining the Integrated Development Planning Information Management System (IDPIMS). Offer administrative support for implementing the Smart Cities framework and Small-Town Regeneration Strategy. You will also handle secretariat duties for existing forums and project steering committees on various projects.
Enquiries: Ms A Ngwenya at 079 8917 995
Applications: Submit your application electronically via email to: [email protected]. For application enquiries, contact Mr. S Ndlovu at (011) 763 1103/04.
POST 39/19: SENIOR RECORDS MANAGEMENT PRACTITIONER (REF NO: SP-RM-03)
Salary: R397 116 per annum (Level 08)
Location: Pretoria
Requirements: You need a three-year National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Archives and Records Management, Information Science, or an equivalent qualification at NQF level 6/7, as recognized by SAQA. You should have 2-3 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint is essential.
General Skills Needed: High-quality work output, taking initiative, good interpersonal relations, effective planning and execution, reliability, clear communication, teamwork, and customer focus and responsiveness.
Technical Skills Needed: In-depth knowledge of records management, policy issues, the National Archives Act, Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS), and Electronic Records Management Systems.
Duties: You will manage registry functions in the Department, ensure proper records management practices are followed, implement a systematic disposal programme for records, and maintain the electronic document records management system.
Enquiries: Ms S Chiloane at (012) 334 0887
Applications: Submit your application electronically via email to: [email protected].
POST 39/20: SCANNING OPERATOR (REF NO: DCOG-SCO)
Salary: R163 680 per annum (Level 03)
Location: Pretoria
Requirements: You need a Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent qualification. No prior experience is required. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word is essential.
General Skills Needed: High-quality work output, taking initiative, good interpersonal relations, effective planning and execution, reliability, clear verbal and written communication, and teamwork.
Technical Skills Needed: In-depth knowledge of registry procedure manuals, operating high-volume copy and scanning equipment, intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Suite, and familiarity with courier services.
Duties: You will disassemble and prepare documents for scanning according to standard operating procedures, scan and index documents, and export them to the electronic records management system. Maintain quality controls to ensure accurate digitized documents. Re-assemble and organize documents back to their original state after scanning for physical filing. Assist in providing general registry services in the Department.
Enquiries: Ms S Chiloane at (012) 334 0887 or 060 994 5930
Applications: Submit via the DCoG ICT application form by emailing [email protected]. Note: Use the electronic DCoG Recruitment Application Form by clicking the link (DCoG Recruitment Application Form) or visit www.cogta.gov.za and click on the Jobs Tab.
We wish you the best with your applications.
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