CHIEF DIRECTOR: BUSINESS SUPPORT SERVICES is a South African government vacancy at Mpumalanga Department of Social Development. This job is part of Circular 20 of 2026 from the DPSA. centre: Provincial Office [Mbombela Square] | closing date: 29 June 2026. Use this page to review the requirements, duties, application instructions and official source links before applying.
Job details
Applications
Where to send your application.
Applications may be posted to: The Deputy Director General; Department of Social Development, Private Bag X11213, Nelspruit, 1200, OR hand delivered to: Department of Social Development offices: Mbombela Square Building No 3, 4th floor HRM Offices (next to Mbombela High Court) / Alternatively applications may be emailed to: vacancies@dsdmpu.gov.za
Salary
R1 554 696 per annum, [SMS all-inclusive remuneration package]
Requirements
- National Senior Certificate (NQF level 4).
- Degree or Advanced Diploma (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA in Public Management/Public Administration/Business Management or related field.
- A postgraduate qualification (NQF level 8) or higher) will be an added advantage.
- Extensive managerial experience of which 5 years must be at Senior Managerial level.
- Knowledge of Public Service Act, Regulations.
- PFMA and Treasury Regulations.
- Labour Relations Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Employment Equity Act, Public sector Risk management Framework.
- Corporate Governance and internal control systems.
- A valid driver’s licence.
- Competencies: Planning and organizing skills.
- Analytical programme and project management skills.
- Research monitoring and evaluation skills.
- Financial Management skills.
- People management and empowerment.
- Change management.
- Service delivery innovation.
- Problem solving and analysis.
- Strategic capability and Leadership.
- Communication and stakeholder management.
Duties
- Provide strategic leadership and management of Business support services.
- Oversee Human resource management and Development.
- Manage Labour relations, Employee Health and Wellness and Organisational development.
- Provide leadership on Supply chain management, Asset management and Facilities management Oversee ICT, Records management and Knowledge management services.
- Coordinate strategic planning, risk management and performance management systems.
- Ensure sound financial management and compliance with PFMA and Treasury Regulations.
- Manage departmental governance structures and internal controls.
- Support the Head of Department in achieving departmental objectives.
- Lead stakeholder engagement and intergovernmental relations relevant to business support.
Enquiries
Ms. Thembi Mashego Tel No: [013] 766 3525/ Ms. Thembi Manana Tel No: [013] 766 3232
Notes
Applications should be submitted on the signed new Z83 application form, obtainable from any Public Service Department or by visiting https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the Z83 and detailed Curriculum Vitae. In order to alleviate administration burden on HR section as well as considering the cost for applicants. The Department of Social Development will request certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents from shortlisted candidates only which may be submitted to HR section of the Department on or before the day of the interview following communication from the relevant HR section of the Department. A complete set of application documents should be submitted separately for every post that you wish to apply for more than one post. Please ensure that you clearly state the full post description and the relevant Post Reference Number on your application. Applicants must ensure that they fully complete and sign form Z83, even if they are attaching a CV. Incomplete and/or unsigned applications will not be considered. If you are currently in service, please indicate your PERSAL number at the top of form Z83. Due to ongoing internal processes. The Department reserves the right to withdraw any post at any time. The Department reserves the right to verify the qualifications of every recommended candidate prior to the issuing of an offer of appointment. All short-listed candidates will be subject to a vetting process prior to appointment. If no response is received from Mpumalanga Department of Social Development within 90 days after the closing date of the advertisement, applicants must assume that their application was not successful. Please quote the correct references when applying and where possible the station / centre where the post is. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The suitable candidate/s for MMS and SMS posts will need to undergo a Competency Assessment prior to being recommended for appointment by the Executive Authority. Candidate recommended for SMS positions must be in possession of Certificate of Entry into SMS within the Public Service obtained from the NSG before appointed. The duration of the online Pre-Entry Programme is 120 national hours [15 days]. Full details may be sourced by following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry programme they are. Security clearance will be conducted before appointment is made in all positions. Those who have previously applied for any re-advertised posts are encouraged to re-apply. The Department reserves the right to amend / review / withdraw the advertised posts if by so doing, the best interest of the department will be well served. (Youth, Whites, Indians and Persons with Disabilities are also encouraged to apply and indicate such in their applications). Social Service Profession posts will require shortlisted candidates to provide a recent registration certificate, not proof of payment. MANAGEMENT ECHELON
Z83 form: Government job applications usually require the Z83 application form. Download the Z83 application form before applying.
Original Text
DSD/JUNE/PRO/BSS/26/02
SALARY : R1 554 696 per annum, [SMS all-inclusive remuneration package]
CENTRE : Provincial Office [Mbombela Square]
REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate (NQF level 4). Degree or Advanced Diploma (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA in Public Management/Public
Administration/Business Management or related field. A postgraduate qualification (NQF level 8) or higher) will be an added advantage. Extensive
managerial experience of which 5 years must be at Senior Managerial level.
Knowledge of Public Service Act, Regulations. PFMA and Treasury
Regulations. Labour Relations Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act,
Employment Equity Act, Public sector Risk management Framework.
Corporate Governance and internal control systems. A valid driver’s licence.
Competencies: Planning and organizing skills. Analytical programme and project management skills. Research monitoring and evaluation skills.
Financial Management skills. People management and empowerment.
Change management. Service delivery innovation. Problem solving and analysis. Strategic capability and Leadership. Communication and stakeholder
management.
DUTIES : Provide strategic leadership and management of Business support services. Oversee Human resource management and Development. Manage Labour
relations, Employee Health and Wellness and Organisational development.
Provide leadership on Supply chain management, Asset management and
Facilities management Oversee ICT, Records management and Knowledge management services. Coordinate strategic planning, risk management and
performance management systems. Ensure sound financial management and compliance with PFMA and Treasury Regulations. Manage departmental
governance structures and internal controls. Support the Head of Department in achieving departmental objectives. Lead stakeholder engagement and
intergovernmental relations relevant to business support.
ENQUIRIES : Ms. Thembi Mashego Tel No: [013] 766 3525/ Ms. Thembi Manana Tel No: [013] 766 3232
Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 20 of 2026 for reference.
Disclaimer: This vacancy was imported from the official DPSA circular PDF. Please confirm the reference number, closing date, and application instructions in the original circular before applying. View the official DPSA vacancy circulars.