Job Requirements
Applicants must be in possession of an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) or equivalent as recognised by SAQA At least 5 years of experience at Senior Management level in Training on International Relations and Diplomacy or related fields. A pre-entry certificate (Nyukela certificate) obtained from National School of Government (NSG) submitted prior to appointment. Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of DIRCO policies and procedures Extensive knowledge of the Foreign Service Act Knowledge and understanding of general governmental processes and procedures Language proficiency Strategic Capability and Leadership Knowledge of the PFMA and Financial Management People Management and Empowerment Change Management Knowledge and Information Management Client Orientation and Customer Focus Computer literacy Project Management Policy development and implementation Verbal and written communication Planning and organising Knowledge of South Africa’s domestic and foreign policy priorities and strategies.
Duties
Oversee the management and provisioning of training of the Diplomatic representatives on relevant skills, knowledge and competencies that will enable them to present, articulate and promote South Africa’s Foreign and Domestic policies Oversee training of Corporate Service Managers and 68 Attaches on necessary skills and aptitude to serve at South African Missions Oversee the provision of foreign language skills training to DIRCO Officials, Officials from other government departments, and foreign diplomats as well as interpreting and translation services Oversee the implementation of the Quality Assurance and Accreditation systems Oversee the management of the Library Services Manage the overall performance of the Chief Directorate and participate in corporate governance, manage financial resources, provide leadership and manage human resources, manage planning, monitor and evaluate and participate in corporate governance.
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. The successful candidates will be required to sign a performance contract with the Director-General of the Department.
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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