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Government Job Opportunities in Mpumalanga: Applications Open Until February 2026

The Mpumalanga Provincial Government has announced multiple employment opportunities across senior, middle, and junior management levels within the Department of Economic Development and Tourism (DEDT) and the Office of the Premier (OTP). These vacancies form part of the province’s ongoing efforts to strengthen public service delivery, improve governance, and advance employment equity in line with provincial transformation objectives.

Professionals with experience in economic development, research, policy formulation, governance, and public administration are encouraged to apply. The positions offer competitive remuneration packages and long-term career development within the public sector.

Departments Currently Recruiting

  • Department of Economic Development and Tourism (DEDT)

  • Office of the Premier (OTP)

Successful candidates will contribute to provincial development initiatives, enterprise support, policy implementation, research coordination, and oversight functions.

Vacancies at the Department of Economic Development and Tourism

Deputy Director Positions (Salary Level 12)

Vacancies are available in the following areas:

  • Enterprise Development

  • Research and Development

  • Consumer Education

Key responsibilities include strategic planning, programme management, stakeholder engagement, research oversight, and the implementation of MSME and consumer protection initiatives.

Requirements:

  • Appropriate NQF Level 7 qualification

  • Minimum of three years’ experience at junior management level

Salary: R1,059,105 per annum (all-inclusive)

Assistant Director: Trade and Investment Promotion (Salary Level 10)

  • Location: Ehlanzeni District

  • Focus areas include export promotion, trade missions, MSME development, and investment facilitation.

Requirements:

  • NQF Level 6 qualification

  • At least three years’ relevant experience

Salary: R582,444 per annum

Senior Management Positions at the Office of the Premier

The Office of the Premier invites applications for Director (Level 13) and Chief Director (Level 14) positions in the following portfolios:

  • Corporate Management

  • Human Rights and Transformation

  • Internal Human Resource Management

  • Forensic Investigations

  • Integrity Management and Governance

  • Integrated Security Management

  • Corporate Communication Services

  • Research Services

  • Policy Development and Support

  • Macro Planning

  • Information and Knowledge Management

  • Monitoring and Evaluation

These roles require experienced leaders with at least five years’ experience at middle or senior management level, along with strong strategic, governance, and leadership capabilities.

Salary Packages:

  • Directors (Level 13): R1,266,714 per annum

  • Chief Directors (Level 14): R1,494,900 per annum

All SMS candidates must complete the SMS Pre-Entry Programme through the National School of Government prior to appointment.

Research and Specialist Positions

Additional Assistant Director and Deputy Director roles are available in:

  • Infrastructure Research

  • Social, Economic and Governance Research

  • Policy Development

  • Supply Chain Management

  • Vetting and Security Services

These roles support evidence-based planning, monitoring, and evaluation across provincial departments.

Application Process

Department of Economic Development and Tourism

  • Submit a completed and signed Z83 form

  • Attach a comprehensive CV

  • Applications must be emailed to the address specified for each post

Closing date: 20 February 2026 at 16:00

Office of the Premier

  • Applications must be submitted online only

  • Apply via: erecruitment.mpg.gov.za

  • Upload a new Z83 form and a detailed CV

Closing date: 27 February 2026

Important Information

  • Late applications will not be considered

  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

  • Shortlisted candidates will undergo vetting, verification, and assessments

  • Employment equity targets will be applied in accordance with provincial policy

Benefits of Working for the Mpumalanga Provincial Government

  • Competitive remuneration and benefits

  • Opportunities to contribute to policy and development initiatives

  • Job security and professional growth

  • Meaningful impact on communities across the province

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