Job details

Circular: 28 of 2026
Page No.: 1

Circular Post: 28/27
Reference number: 0731/02
Department: Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO)
Centre: Pretoria
Salary: R932 292 per annum (Level 11). This all-inclusive remuneration package consists of a basic salary, the State’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the applicable rules.
Number of posts: 1
Closing date: 28 August 2026

About this vacancy

Review the complete requirements and application instructions for this vacancy at Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO).

The listed centre is Pretoria.

Applications close on 28 August 2026.

Application and salary information

Salary

R932 292 per annum (Level 11). This all-inclusive remuneration package consists of a basic salary, the State’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the applicable rules.

Application route

Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.

Requirements

3 requirements · official circular text

Applicants must be in possession of an NQF level 6 Diploma/ Degree in Human Resources Management/ Public Administration/ Public Management or related field as recognized by SAQA.
At least 3-5 years’ relevant experience in a junior management level in a Human Resources Management environment.
PERSAL administration certificate will be an added advantage Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of relevant public service legislations Knowledge and understanding of HR prescripts and guidelines Knowledge and understanding of PFMA Policy analysis and development Decision making, problem solving and analytical skills People management and empowerment Good interpersonal relations Planning and organising Client orientation and customer focus Sense of responsibility Communication skills (written, verbal and computer literacy) Ability to work under pressure Ability to work as a team and independently Diplomacy.

Duties

3 duties · official circular text

Development, review and implementation of the Recruitment and Selection Policy, Standard Operating Procedures and Internal Controls.
Implement Recruitment and Selection operations Stakeholder Management, including service providers Ensure adherence to recruitment systems, reporting and compliance matters.
Procurement management Manage the Sub-Directorate and provide direction and technical support Coaching and development of personnel

Enquiries

Ms V Beshe, Tel: (012) 351 1327
Ms W Matlala Tel No: (012) 351 0514
Ms N Moyakhe Tel No: (012)351 1210

How to apply

Where and how to submit your application.

: Please e-mail your application to ddr&s26@dirco.gov.za

Notes and Z83 guidance

Applications must be submitted on the new form Z83 (effective from 1 January 2021) duly completed and hand signed) obtainable from any Public Service department or on the DIRCO website – www.dirco.gov.za Received applications using incorrect Z83 for employment will not be considered. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks and verification of qualifications. DIRCO reserves the right not to make appointments. We thank all the applicants for their interest.
Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within four (4) months after closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The Departmental Employment Equity targets will be taken into consideration during the selection process 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.

Z83 form: Government job applications usually require the Z83 application form. Download the Z83 application form before applying.

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Official source

This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 28 of 2026 for reference.

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Original Text

POST 28/27 : DEPUTY DIRECTOR: HUMAN RESOURCES (RECRUITMENT & SELECTION) REF NO: 0731/02 (X1 POST)
Branch: Corporate Management
SALARY : R932 292 per annum (Level 11). This all-inclusive remuneration package consists of a basic salary, the State’s contribution to the Government
Employees Pension Fund and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the applicable rules.
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of an NQF level 6 Diploma/ Degree in Human Resources Management/ Public Administration/ Public Management or related
field as recognized by SAQA. At least 3-5 years’ relevant experience in a junior management level in a Human Resources Management environment.
PERSAL administration certificate will be an added advantage Competencies:
Knowledge and understanding of relevant public service legislations
Knowledge and understanding of HR prescripts and guidelines Knowledge and understanding of PFMA Policy analysis and development Decision making,
problem solving and analytical skills People management and empowerment
Good interpersonal relations Planning and organising Client orientation and customer focus Sense of responsibility Communication skills (written, verbal
and computer literacy) Ability to work under pressure Ability to work as a team and independently Diplomacy.
DUTIES : Development, review and implementation of the Recruitment and Selection Policy, Standard Operating Procedures and Internal Controls. Implement
Recruitment and Selection operations Stakeholder Management, including service providers Ensure adherence to recruitment systems, reporting and
compliance matters. Procurement management Manage the Sub-Directorate and provide direction and technical support Coaching and development of
personnel
ENQUIRIES : Ms V Beshe, Tel: (012) 351 1327/ Ms W Matlala Tel No: (012) 351 0514/ Ms N Moyakhe Tel No: (012)351 1210
APPLICATIONS : : Please e-mail your application to ddr&s26@dirco.gov.za