Deputy Director – Administrative Support and Coordination Jobs

Deputy Director: Administrative Support and Coordination

Organizational Context

The Department of Human Settlements has been instrumental in shaping South Africa’s housing policies since pre-democratic negotiations through the National Housing Forum. This multi-stakeholder collaboration laid the foundation for equitable housing development.

Position Details

• Employment Type: Full-Time Permanent
• Education Requirements:
  – Matric Certificate
  – Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Office Administration/Public Administration/Business Management
• Professional Experience: 3-5 years at Assistant Director level
• Location: Gauteng Province
• Department: Executive Support Services

Key Requirements

• Valid South African driver’s license
• Comprehensive knowledge of:
  – Public Service Regulations
  – Government planning/reporting frameworks
  – Strategic planning processes
  – Business continuity protocols
  – International diplomatic protocol

Core Responsibilities

• Manage executive office operations and workflow systems
• Coordinate cross-departmental communications
• Oversee Cabinet/Executive Council documentation processes
• Supervise administrative staff
• Maintain strategic registers/databases
• Facilitate legislative portfolio management

Application Process

Qualified candidates should submit applications through the Gauteng Provincial Government’s official careers portal. Only official government application channels will be considered.

Important Notice: This recruitment process requires no application fees. Candidates are advised to submit applications through official channels only.