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Department of Social Development

Director-General: Social Development (Vacancy 2026)**

The Department of Social Development (DSD) invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced professionals for the position of Director-General: Social Development. This is a senior executive role offered on a five-year fixed-term contract, based at the Department’s Head Office in Pretoria.

This position requires an accomplished leader with extensive experience in public sector management, policy development, and social development administration.

Post Details

  • Position: Director-General: Social Development

  • Reference Number: A1/2026

  • Contract Type: Five-year fixed-term contract

  • Centre: Pretoria – HSRC Building

Salary Package

An all-inclusive remuneration package of R2 352 642 per annum, plus a 10% non-pensionable Head of Department allowance, is offered.
The package consists of a basic salary, the employer’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF), and a flexible component structured in line with applicable regulations.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must possess:

  • A postgraduate qualification (NQF Level 8) recognised by SAQA in:

    • Public Administration

    • Social Sciences

    • Public Management

  • At least 10 years’ experience at a senior managerial level

  • Proven knowledge and understanding of:

    • The Constitution of the Republic of South Africa

    • Public Service legislative framework and regulations

    • PFMA and Treasury Regulations

    • Social assistance legislation, policies, and frameworks

    • National Development Plan (NDP)

    • POPIA and PAIA

    • Corporate governance principles (King IV Report)

Key Competencies and Attributes

The successful candidate must demonstrate:

  • Strategic leadership and executive management capability

  • Financial management and organisational change management skills

  • Programme and project management expertise

  • Strong people management and empowerment abilities

  • Sound decision-making, negotiation, and communication skills

  • Ethical leadership, accountability, and integrity

  • Capacity to drive innovation and organisational transformation

Key Responsibilities

The Director-General will be responsible for:

  • Providing strategic leadership in implementing the Department’s constitutional and legislative mandate

  • Ensuring effective, efficient, and economical administration of the Department

  • Strengthening intergovernmental relations and stakeholder partnerships

  • Supporting the Executive Authority in overseeing public entities and regulatory bodies

  • Serving as the principal communication link between the Executive Authority and the Department

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit:

  • A completed and signed Z83 application form (new version effective from 1 January 2021)

  • A detailed curriculum vitae outlining duties and responsibilities

  • Names and contact details of two referees

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and supporting documents at the interview stage. Candidates applying for SMS positions must also complete the SMS Pre-Entry Programme offered by the National School of Government.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted to:

Director-General
Department of Social Development
Private Bag X901
Pretoria, 0001

📍 Physical Address: HSRC Building, 134 Pretorius Street, Pretoria
📧 Email: eRecruit.DG123@dsd.gov.za
👤 For Attention: Mr S Boshielo

Closing Date

🗓 13 February 2026

Late applications will not be considered. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you are not contacted within three months of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.

Enquiries

For further information, contact:
Mr XA Brukwe
☎ (012) 312-7654 / 7866

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