Circular 32 of 2026 · Post 32/139 · Ref 2026/328
DEPUTY DIRECTOR-GENERAL: POLICY RESEARCH & REGULATION
Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI)
- CentreHead Office (Pretoria)
Closing date: 18 days remaining
Job details
- Circular
- 32 of 2026
- Page No.
- 5–6
- Circular Post
- 32/139
- Reference number
- 2026/328
- Department
- Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI)
- Centre
- Head Office (Pretoria)
- Salary
- R1 885 710 per annum, (all-inclusive package), (Total package to be structured in accordance with the rules of the Senior Management Services (70% of package), the State's contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of Package) and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of applicable rules)
- Closing date
- 2 October 2026
About this vacancy
Review the complete requirements and application instructions for this vacancy at Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI).
The listed centre is Head Office (Pretoria).
Applications close on 2 October 2026.
Application and salary information
Salary
R1 885 710 per annum, (all-inclusive package), (Total package to be structured in accordance with the rules of the Senior Management Services (70% of package), the State's contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of Package) and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of applicable rules)
Application route
Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.
Requirements
- A minimum NQF level 08 qualification as recognised by SAQA in or directly related to the Built Environment, Property Management, Law, Policy Research and Development or Development Studies as recognised by SAQA;
- 8 years of experience at a senior managerial level in the relevant field; extensive experience in research and policy development.
- Knowledge: Functioning of national, provincial and local government; fundamental economics; financial management;
- EPWP goals and objectives; employment creation strategies; appropriate labour-intensive technologies and skills development strategies.
- Skills: Strategic management; executive management skills; tender processes; effective communication (verbal and written); marketing and liaison; programme and project management; relationship management; influencing skills; negotiation.
- Personal Attributes: Solution orientated; ability to design ideas without direction; ability to work under stressful situations; ability to communicate at all levels, including with political office bearers.
Duties
- Provide strategic leadership in the development and implementation of legislation, strategies, and policies for the Branch: commission researches on latest trends, ensure the development and implementation of effective and efficient acts, strategies and policies, ensure that all branch policies are in line with the department's strategic objectives, determine and develop strategic intervention mechanisms where there are problems/challenges to implement efficient, effective and uniform procedures and policies, and ensure that the budget framework is in line with the Medium Term Expenditure Framework.
- Develop and implement regulatory framework aimed at addressing the transformation, growth and development of the construction industry: provide strategic leadership in the development of building regulations, norms and standards, research, develop, monitor and review construction sector policies, establish best practice partnerships with various stakeholders in the construction industry (local and international), facilitate policy integration with DPW Public Entities, oversee the development of policies within the Department, and regulate the property industry to promote transformation, growth and development.
- Promote uniformity and best practice in immovable asset management in the public sector: research, develop, monitor and review policies and regulations, establish best practice partnerships with various stakeholders in the property industry (local and international), provide support to Immovable Asset Management, and oversee the development of policies within the Department.
- Develop and manage the implementation of international relation framework: manage, integrate and coordinate international relations, identify and articulate issues of strategic significance to the department, and develop international relations framework.
- Manage the Policy Research and Regulation Branch: establish and maintain appropriate internal controls and reporting systems in order to meet performance expectations, develop and manage the operational plan of the Branch and report on progress as required, manage performance and development of employees, establish, implement and maintain efficient and effective communication arrangements, compile and submit all required administrative reports, quality control of work delivered by employees, and manage and monitor the budget and expenditures for the Branch.
Enquiries
Mr S Mdakane at 082 929 9885.
How to apply
Where and how to submit your application.
People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Email applications for this position must be email to: Recruitment26-74@dpw.gov.za
Notes and Z83 guidance
- Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 application form (obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the DPSA website link: https:/www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/, which must be signed, initialled and dated by the applicant, and must be accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae (CV) only.
- Candidates are not required to submit certified copies of qualifications and related documents on application.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualification and other related documents on or before the date of interview, which should not be older than six months.
- Should an application be submitted using incorrect/old Z83 application form, such an application will be disqualified. Further take note of the following on completion of Z83 application form: PART A and PART B must be fully completed. PART C – PART G: Noting that there is a limited space provided applicants may refer to CV or indicate. This will be acceptable as long as the CV has been attached and provides the required information. Page 1 of the Z83 application form must be initialled and page 2 signed and dated by the applicant.
- Failure to comply with the above instructions may result in an application being disqualified.
- Applicants applying for more than one advertised post must submit separate Z83 application forms and CVs in respect to each post being applied for.
- Should an application be received where an applicant has applied for more than one posts on the same Z83 application form, the applicant will be considered for the first post indicated on the Z83 application form only.
- Applications will be received via post/courier services, hand deliveries or email.
- Late applications will not be considered. Regulation 57 (c) and 67 (9) of the Public Service Regulations 2016, as amended, requires the executive authority to ensure that he or she is fully satisfied of the claims being made and the finalisation of Personnel Suitability Checks in order to verify claims and check the candidate for purpose of being fit and proper for employment, respectively.
- Shortlisted candidates must be willing to undergo normal vetting and verification processes. Note: It is the responsibility of all applicants to ensure that foreign qualifications are evaluated by SAQA.
- Due to large volume of responses anticipated, receipt of applications will not be acknowledged, and correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
- Should you not have heard from us within three months from the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful. Entry level requirements for SMS posts: in terms of the Directive on Human Resource Management and Development on Public Service Professionalisation Volume 1 a requirement for appointment into SMS posts is the successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry programme as endorsed by the National School of Governance (NSG). The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into SMS and the full details can be obtained by following the below link: https: www.thensg.gov.za/training –course /sms-pre-entry programme/.
- All shortlisted candidates, including the 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.
- All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. Note: For emailed applications, please submit a single PDF document or one attachment per application to the email address designated on the specific position.
- Kindly note that the emailed applications and attachments should not exceed 15MB. It remains the candidate’s responsibility to ensure that their application is successfully submitted using the required single pdf document. Encrypted document will not be accepted.
- All though an email application option is available, applicants are encouraged to hand deliver their application. Important: Applicants must submit a separate application for each post applied for, clearly indicating the correct reference number and post title on each application.
- Applicants who apply for more than one post must submit a separate application for each post.
- Failure to comply with this requirement may result in the application not being considered.
Z83 form: Government job applications usually require the Z83 application form. Download the Z83 application form before applying.
Additional notes
All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a compulsory technical or competency-based exercise that intends to test the relevant technical elements of the job as part of the interview process. Following the technical exercise and the interview, the selection committee will identify up to a maximum of three (3) top scoring candidates to undergo psychometric assessments. It will be expected of the successful candidate to sign a Performance Agreement, be subjected to Top Secret Security Clearance and annually disclose his/her financial interests OTHER POSTS
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This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 32 of 2026 for reference.
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POST 32/139 : DEPUTY DIRECTOR-GENERAL: POLICY RESEARCH & REGULATION REF NO: 2026/328
SALARY : R1 885 710 per annum, (all-inclusive package), (Total package to be structured in accordance with the rules of the Senior Management Services (70% of
package), the State's contribution to the Government Employees Pension
Fund (13% of Package) and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of applicable rules)
CENTRE : Head Office (Pretoria)
REQUIREMENTS : A minimum NQF level 08 qualification as recognised by SAQA in or directly related to the Built Environment, Property Management, Law, Policy Research
and Development or Development Studies as recognised by SAQA; 8 years of experience at a senior managerial level in the relevant field; extensive
experience in research and policy development. Knowledge: Functioning of national, provincial and local government; fundamental economics; financial
management; EPWP goals and objectives; employment creation strategies; appropriate labour-intensive technologies and skills development strategies.
Skills: Strategic management; executive management skills; tender processes; effective communication (verbal and written); marketing and liaison;
programme and project management; relationship management; influencing skills; negotiation. Personal Attributes: Solution orientated; ability to design
ideas without direction; ability to work under stressful situations; ability to communicate at all levels, including with political office bearers.
DUTIES : Provide strategic leadership in the development and implementation of legislation, strategies, and policies for the Branch: commission researches on
latest trends, ensure the development and implementation of effective and efficient acts, strategies and policies, ensure that all branch policies are in line
with the department's strategic objectives, determine and develop strategic intervention mechanisms where there are problems/challenges to implement
efficient, effective and uniform procedures and policies, and ensure that the budget framework is in line with the Medium Term Expenditure Framework.
Develop and implement regulatory framework aimed at addressing the transformation, growth and development of the construction industry: provide
strategic leadership in the development of building regulations, norms and standards, research, develop, monitor and review construction sector policies,
establish best practice partnerships with various stakeholders in the construction industry (local and international), facilitate policy integration with
DPW Public Entities, oversee the development of policies within the
Department, and regulate the property industry to promote transformation, growth and development. Promote uniformity and best practice in immovable
asset management in the public sector: research, develop, monitor and review policies and regulations, establish best practice partnerships with various
stakeholders in the property industry (local and international), provide support to Immovable Asset Management, and oversee the development of policies
within the Department. Develop and manage the implementation of international relation framework: manage, integrate and coordinate
international relations, identify and articulate issues of strategic significance to the department, and develop international relations framework. Manage the
Policy Research and Regulation Branch: establish and maintain appropriate internal controls and reporting systems in order to meet performance
expectations, develop and manage the operational plan of the Branch and report on progress as required, manage performance and development of
employees, establish, implement and maintain efficient and effective communication arrangements, compile and submit all required administrative
reports, quality control of work delivered by employees, and manage and monitor the budget and expenditures for the Branch.
ENQUIRIES : Mr S Mdakane at 082 929 9885.
APPLICATIONS : People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Email applications for this position must be email to: Recruitment26-74@dpw.gov.za
NOTE : All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a compulsory technical or competency-based exercise that intends to test the relevant technical elements
of the job as part of the interview process. Following the technical exercise and the interview, the selection committee will identify up to a maximum of three (3)
top scoring candidates to undergo psychometric assessments. It will be expected of the successful candidate to sign a Performance Agreement, be
subjected to Top Secret Security Clearance and annually disclose his/her financial interests
OTHER POSTS
SALARY : R1 885 710 per annum, (all-inclusive package), (Total package to be structured in accordance with the rules of the Senior Management Services (70% of
package), the State's contribution to the Government Employees Pension
Fund (13% of Package) and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of applicable rules)
CENTRE : Head Office (Pretoria)
REQUIREMENTS : A minimum NQF level 08 qualification as recognised by SAQA in or directly related to the Built Environment, Property Management, Law, Policy Research
and Development or Development Studies as recognised by SAQA; 8 years of experience at a senior managerial level in the relevant field; extensive
experience in research and policy development. Knowledge: Functioning of national, provincial and local government; fundamental economics; financial
management; EPWP goals and objectives; employment creation strategies; appropriate labour-intensive technologies and skills development strategies.
Skills: Strategic management; executive management skills; tender processes; effective communication (verbal and written); marketing and liaison;
programme and project management; relationship management; influencing skills; negotiation. Personal Attributes: Solution orientated; ability to design
ideas without direction; ability to work under stressful situations; ability to communicate at all levels, including with political office bearers.
DUTIES : Provide strategic leadership in the development and implementation of legislation, strategies, and policies for the Branch: commission researches on
latest trends, ensure the development and implementation of effective and efficient acts, strategies and policies, ensure that all branch policies are in line
with the department's strategic objectives, determine and develop strategic intervention mechanisms where there are problems/challenges to implement
efficient, effective and uniform procedures and policies, and ensure that the budget framework is in line with the Medium Term Expenditure Framework.
Develop and implement regulatory framework aimed at addressing the transformation, growth and development of the construction industry: provide
strategic leadership in the development of building regulations, norms and standards, research, develop, monitor and review construction sector policies,
establish best practice partnerships with various stakeholders in the construction industry (local and international), facilitate policy integration with
DPW Public Entities, oversee the development of policies within the
Department, and regulate the property industry to promote transformation, growth and development. Promote uniformity and best practice in immovable
asset management in the public sector: research, develop, monitor and review policies and regulations, establish best practice partnerships with various
stakeholders in the property industry (local and international), provide support to Immovable Asset Management, and oversee the development of policies
within the Department. Develop and manage the implementation of international relation framework: manage, integrate and coordinate
international relations, identify and articulate issues of strategic significance to the department, and develop international relations framework. Manage the
Policy Research and Regulation Branch: establish and maintain appropriate internal controls and reporting systems in order to meet performance
expectations, develop and manage the operational plan of the Branch and report on progress as required, manage performance and development of
employees, establish, implement and maintain efficient and effective communication arrangements, compile and submit all required administrative
reports, quality control of work delivered by employees, and manage and monitor the budget and expenditures for the Branch.
ENQUIRIES : Mr S Mdakane at 082 929 9885.
APPLICATIONS : People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Email applications for this position must be email to: Recruitment26-74@dpw.gov.za
NOTE : All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a compulsory technical or competency-based exercise that intends to test the relevant technical elements
of the job as part of the interview process. Following the technical exercise and the interview, the selection committee will identify up to a maximum of three (3)
top scoring candidates to undergo psychometric assessments. It will be expected of the successful candidate to sign a Performance Agreement, be
subjected to Top Secret Security Clearance and annually disclose his/her financial interests
OTHER POSTS