CHIEF DIRECTOR: SPORT AND RECREATION is a South African government vacancy at Limpopo Department of Sport, Arts and Culture. This job is part of Circular 25 of 2026 from the DPSA. centre: Head Office (Polokwane) | closing date: 10 August 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.
- Applicants should apply through the following website http://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za. The application on the eRecruitment system should be accompanied by the new Z83 and recent comprehensive CV (previous experience must be comprehensively detailed, i.e. positions held and duration/dates). Failure to attach required documents will result in the application not being considered/disqualified Applications may also be hand delivered/posted to: Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure: Private Bag X9490, Polokwane, 0700 or hand delivered at Works Tower Building, No. 43
- Church Street, Polokwane, 0699. For Capricorn District: Private Bag X9378, Polokwane 0700 Or hand deliver at 15
- Landros Mare street, next to Correctional Services. For Mopani District: Private Bag X576, Giyani, 0826
- or hand deliver at 570
- Parliamentary Building, Giyani. For Sekhukhune District: Private Bag X02 Chuenespoort, 0745
- or hand deliver at Lebowakgomo Zone A, next to traffic department. For Vhembe District: Private Bag X2248, Sibasa, 0970
- or hand deliver at Cnr. Traffic and Raluswielo Street, Sibasa. For Waterberg District: Private Bag X1028, Modimolle, 0510 or hand deliver at Cnr. Thabo Mbeki & Elias Motsoaledi Street. The application on eRecruitment system should be accompanied by recent comprehensive CV (previous experience must be comprehensively detailed, i.e. positions held and duration/dates) as well as copies of all qualifications, Identity Document and valid driver’s license only. Failure to attach copies and required documents will result in the application not being considered/disqualification.
Salary
R1 554 696 per annum (Level 14), (all-inclusive remuneration package) of which 30% may be structured according to the individual’s needs
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree/ Advanced Diploma (NQF level 07) in Sport Management, Sport Sciences/ Management / Sport Administration qualification or equivalent qualification related to the field as recognized by SAQA.
- A minimum of five (5) years experience at Senior Management level.
- Extensive experience in sport and recreation services.
- SMS pre-entry (Nyukela) certificate upon appointment.
- A valid driver’s license (with the exception of persons with disabilities).
- Core And Process Competencies: Strategic Capability and Leadership;
- People Management and Empowerment, Programme and Project Management;
- Financial Management;
- Change Management;
- Computer Literacy;
- Knowledge Management, Service Delivery Innovation;
- Problem Solving and Analysis;
- Client Orientation and Customer Focus;
- Communication;
- Public Service Knowledge;
- Negotiation, Policy formulation and Analytic thinking.
- Knowledge And Skills: Knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework governing the public services.
- Knowledge of the relevant sport and recreation legislation.
- Thorough understanding of policy formulation and coordination.
- Good background in service delivery, turn around and change management strategy.
Duties
- Provide leadership and high-level strategic direction and policy to the branch.
- Undertake, coordinate and monitor the implementation of the strategic plans of the chief directorate.
- Establish strategic direction of the branch to ensure alignment with business plans.
- Manage sport and recreation services.
- Coordinate processes for the upgrading of sport and recreation facilities created by local authorities.
- Develop and manage the implementation of seamless sport support programs, governance structures, coaching and technical officiating.
- Manage sport and recreation services.
- Ensure development and implementation of best practice manuals for the implementation of sport and recreation programs.
- Develop mechanisms for unlocking resources to extend the provision of sport and recreation services.
- Manage the development of provincial policy framework for sport and recreation governance.
- Develop a stimulating working environment for staff through leadership and sound management and development strategy.
- Enhance and maintain employee motivation and cultivate a culture of performance management.
Enquiries
Mr Musia N, Ms Langa LZ, Mr Mnisi NF and HRM Intern Tel No: (015) 284 4143/ 4109/4186 / 4314. OTHER POSTS
Notes
Applicants will be assisted to apply through the E-recruitment system at The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, 21 Biccard Street, Polokwane, Olympic Towers Applications are hereby invited for filling of vacant posts, which exist in the Limpopo Department of Sport, Arts and Culture. Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such evaluation. Notes: Department of Sport, Arts & Culture is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer with clear employment equity targets. Certified copies of educational qualifications, academic records, identity documents and a valid driver’s license (where required) are only required to be presented on the day of the interview. Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be considered. Failure to comply with this requirement will result in the candidate being disqualified. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. However, should there be any dissatisfaction; applicants are hereby advised to seek reasons for the above administration action in terms of Promotion of Administrative Justice Act (PAJA), Act No.3 of 2000. Pre-Entry Assessments: All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. Practical Exercise (a) All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the candidate's suitability based on the post's technical and generic requirements. (b) The assessment must comprise a formal test to determine a candidate's proficiency in core functions and the technical dimensions specified in the job advertisement. https://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/documents/ep/2024 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 The closing date for submission of applications is the 10 August 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to security clearance and preemployment verifications. Successful incumbent will be expected to sign a performance agreement within one month after assumption of duty. The successful candidate will also be required to disclose their financial interest in accordance with the prescribed regulations. The advert will be posted on the following websites www.sac.limpopo.gov.za / www.limpopo.gov.za, and www.dpsa.gov.za MANAGEMENT ECHELON
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SALARY : R1 554 696 per annum (Level 14), (all-inclusive remuneration package) of which 30% may be structured according to the individual’s needs
CENTRE : Head Office (Polokwane)
REQUIREMENTS : Bachelor’s Degree/ Advanced Diploma (NQF level 07) in Sport Management, Sport Sciences/ Management / Sport Administration qualification or equivalent
qualification related to the field as recognized by SAQA. A minimum of five (5)
years experience at Senior Management level. Extensive experience in sport and recreation services. SMS pre-entry (Nyukela) certificate upon
appointment. A valid driver’s license (with the exception of persons with disabilities). Core And Process Competencies: Strategic Capability and
Leadership; People Management and Empowerment, Programme and Project
Management; Financial Management; Change Management; Computer
Literacy; Knowledge Management, Service Delivery Innovation; Problem
Solving and Analysis; Client Orientation and Customer Focus; Communication;
Public Service Knowledge; Negotiation, Policy formulation and Analytic thinking. Knowledge And Skills: Knowledge and understanding of the
legislative framework governing the public services. Knowledge of the relevant sport and recreation legislation. Thorough understanding of policy formulation
and coordination. Good background in service delivery, turn around and change management strategy.
DUTIES : Provide leadership and high-level strategic direction and policy to the branch. Undertake, coordinate and monitor the implementation of the strategic plans of
the chief directorate. Establish strategic direction of the branch to ensure alignment with business plans. Manage sport and recreation services.
Coordinate processes for the upgrading of sport and recreation facilities created by local authorities. Develop and manage the implementation of
seamless sport support programs, governance structures, coaching and technical officiating. Manage sport and recreation services. Ensure
development and implementation of best practice manuals for the implementation of sport and recreation programs. Develop mechanisms for
unlocking resources to extend the provision of sport and recreation services.
Manage the development of provincial policy framework for sport and recreation governance. Develop a stimulating working environment for staff
through leadership and sound management and development strategy.
Enhance and maintain employee motivation and cultivate a culture of performance management.
ENQUIRIES : Mr Musia N, Ms Langa LZ, Mr Mnisi NF and HRM Intern Tel No: (015) 284 4143/ 4109/4186 / 4314.
OTHER POSTS
Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 25 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.