Job Requirements
Applicants must be in possession of an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in Political Science, International Relations or related fields, as recognised by SAQA. Atleast five (5) years of experience at Senior Managerial level in International Relations A pre-entry certificate (Nyukela certificate) obtained from National School of Government (NSG) submitted prior to appointment. Competencies: Knowledge and Understanding of Legislative Framework governing the Public Service Understanding of Batho Pele Principles Financial Management and understanding of the PFMA Well-developed strategic capacity and leadership skills Excellent managerial skills People management and empowerment High degree of strategic and analytical thinking Good communication, negotiation and drafting skills, including in the areas of conference diplomacy and international agreements Well-developed project management skills Liaison with internal and external stakeholders Knowledge and understanding of national policies and priorities In-depth knowledge and understanding of South Africa’s foreign policy and national interests Extensive understanding of international politics Knowledge of Agenda 2063: The Africa We Want and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Knowledge of the South African Constitution, the Bills of Rights and South Africa’s broader human rights frameworks. An understanding of the core humanitarian principles that govern the work of the United Nations, as well as familiarity with the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
Duties
Lead and manage the functioning of the Chief Directorate: Human Rights and Humanitarian Affairs and participate in corporate governance: Manage financial resources, provide leadership and manage human resources, manage planning, monitor and evaluate and participate in corporate governance. Coordinate South Africa’s engagement in international and regional human rights processes. Lead South Africa’s global efforts aimed at the promotion, protection and fulfilment of all Human Rights, including upholding of the rule of law, democracy and good governance. Advance South Africa’s interest in global and regional humanitarian work and policy processes.
What is the Salary
R1 494 900 per annum. This all-inclusive remuneration package consists of a basic salary, the State’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the applicable rules. Successful candidates will be required to sign a performance contract.
Location
Pretoria
How to Apply
Please e-mail your applications to the e-mail address indicated below each post and quote the post name in the subject line of the e-mail address to receive an acknowledgement; Hand-delivered applications can be submitted to the OR Tambo Building, 460 Soutpansberg Road, Pretoria.
Apply Before:
27 February 2026
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Additional Information
Please quote the post name in the subject line of the e-mail address to receive an acknowledgement.