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JOBS AT DEPARTMENT OF WOMEN, YOUTH AND PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

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Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Announces Senior Government Vacancies (Pretoria)

The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities (DWYPD) invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for two permanent senior management positions based in Pretoria. These positions offer competitive all-inclusive salary packages and an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to South Africa’s socio-economic transformation agenda.

The Department is mandated to advance empowerment, inclusion, and participation of women, youth, and persons with disabilities through advocacy, policy coordination, monitoring, and evaluation.

Available Vacancies

1. Government Information Technology Officer (GITO)
Reference: DWYPD/003/2026
Salary: R1,266,741 per annum (Level 13 – all-inclusive package)
Location: Pretoria

Minimum Requirements

  • Recognised NQF Level 7 qualification in Information Technology, Computer Science, IT Engineering, or a related field

  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience at middle or senior management level in ICT or Information Management

  • SMS Pre-Entry Programme certificate from the National School of Government (mandatory prior to appointment)

  • Experience in ICT governance, project management, stakeholder and supplier management

  • Professional certifications (CGEIT, CISA, CISM, TOGAF, COBIT, ITIL, ISO standards, King IV) will be an added advantage

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic leadership for ICT and digital transformation initiatives

  • Develop and oversee ICT governance frameworks, policies, and compliance standards

  • Manage ICT systems, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and service delivery

  • Oversee ICT contracts, service level agreements, and financial resources

  • Represent the Department in GITO Council and stakeholder engagements

Equity Target: African Female, Coloured candidates, and Persons with Disabilities
Enquiries: Mr Mbhazima Shiviti – (012) 359 0262
Applications Email: Recruitment02@dwypd.gov.za

2. Deputy Director: Risk and Integrity Management
Reference: DWYPD/004/2026
Salary: R896,436 per annum (Level 11 – all-inclusive package)
Location: Pretoria

Minimum Requirements

  • Grade 12 and a Degree in Risk Management or related field (NQF Level 7)

  • At least 5 years’ experience in risk and integrity management, including 3 years at supervisory or middle management level

  • Knowledge of public sector risk frameworks, governance systems, fraud prevention, and internal audit processes

  • IRMSA membership will be an added advantage

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain the Department’s risk management framework and risk register

  • Coordinate business continuity and emergency management plans

  • Lead fraud and corruption prevention initiatives and investigations

  • Promote ethics, integrity, and compliance with governance requirements

  • Manage human and financial resources within the sub-directorate

Equity Target: African Male and Female, Coloured, Indian, White candidates, and Persons with Disabilities
Enquiries: Ms Val Mathobela – (012) 359 0270
Applications Email: Recruitment04@dwypd.gov.za

How to Apply

Applicants must submit:

All documents must be combined into one PDF file. The email subject line must clearly state the job title and reference number. Applications exceeding 15MB or submitted in image/JPEG format will not be considered.

Applications may be submitted via:

  • Email (preferred, using the correct address per post)

  • Hand delivery: 268 Lilian Ngoyi Street, Fedsure Forum Building, 1st Floor, Pretoria CBD

  • Post: Private Bag X931, Pretoria, 0001

Closing Date: 13 February 2026 at 16:00

If no feedback is received within three months after the closing date, applicants should consider their applications unsuccessful.

The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right not to fill any advertised post.

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