DIRECTOR-GENERAL is a South African government vacancy at Department of Justice and Constitutional Development (DoJ&CD). This job is part of Circular 26 of 2026 from the DPSA. centre: National Office, Pretoria State | closing date: 11 August 2026. Use this page to review the requirements, duties, application instructions and official source links before applying.
Job details
Salary
R2 446 749 – R2 756 241 per annum (Level 16), (an all-inclusive remuneration package), plus 10% non-pensionable allowance payable to Head of Departments (HoDs) for a five (5) year term.
Centre
National Office, Pretoria State
Requirements
- An NQF Level 8 qualification recognized by SAQA in Law, Public Administration, Public Management, Business Administration or a related field.
- Admission as an Attorney or Advocate will be an added advantage.
- A minimum of ten (10) years' experience at senior managerial level, of which a substantial portion must have been gained at executive leadership level within a large, complex organization.
- Proven experience in organizational transformation, strategic planning, institutional performance, governance, financial management, policy development and stakeholder management is essential.
- Executive leadership experience within the Public Service will serve as a distinct advantage.
- Extensive knowledge of constitutional and administrative law; criminal law; labour law; international law; legislative drafting; justice administration; litigation and State legal services; constitutional democracy; human rights; public administration; organizational development; information and communication technology; public sector governance; the Public Service Act;
- Public Service Regulations;
- Public Finance Management Act;
- Treasury Regulations;
- Government planning frameworks; and financial management within the Public Service.
- Skills and Competencies: Exceptional strategic leadership and executive management capability, with the ability to provide strategic direction and translate Government priorities into measurable organizational outcomes.
- Demonstrated capability in programme and project management, financial management, organizational transformation and change management, knowledge management, service delivery innovation, governance and organizational performance.
- Strong analytical, strategic thinking and problem-solving capability.
- Excellent people management, communication, stakeholder management and customer service orientation.
- Ability to build strategic partnerships, lead multidisciplinary executive teams, manage organizational risk and drive organizational performance.
- High levels of professionalism, ethical leadership, innovation, accountability and commitment to public service values.
Duties
- Provide strategic leadership and overall management of the Department to ensure the effective administration of justice and implementation of its constitutional and legislative mandate.
- Oversee the development, reform and implementation of legislation, legal services and policies that promote constitutional democracy, human rights and the rule of law.
- Provide strategic oversight of court administration services, including lower court administration, the Integrated Criminal Justice System and programmes supporting vulnerable groups.
- Oversee the administration of Master's Services and Family Law Services, including deceased estates, trusts, insolvencies, guardianship administration and family advocate services.
- Direct the provision of State legal advisory and litigation services on behalf of Government and organs of State.
- Ensure effective financial management, strategic planning, governance, enterprise risk management, internal audit, organizational performance and transformation and regulatory compliance.
- Strengthen intergovernmental relations, cluster coordination, entity oversight and strategic partnerships, and oversee programmes that advance constitutional values and social justice.
- Serve as principal adviser to the Executive Authority on matters relating to the Department's mandate and strategic direction.
Enquiries
Ms Rhulani Ngwenya at 083 269 4716
Applications
Where to send your application.
- Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu OR
- Postal address: The Human Resources: Department of Justice and Constitutional Development, Private Bag X81, Pretoria, 0001 OR
- Physical address: Application Box, First Floor Reception, East Tower, Momentum Building, 329 Pretorius Street, Pretoria.
Department Notes
Applicants are invited to submit applications, quoting the relevant reference number to the link and or address indicated in each specific advertisement. Applications should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed Application for Employment Form (New Z83, effective from 1 January 2021, obtainable at www.dpsa.gov.za), citing the correct post number and job title; a comprehensive CV (citing the start and end date (dd/mm/yy), job title, detailed duties performed and exit reason for each employment period to be considered, as well as the details of three contactable employment references and copies of educational qualifications. Applicants who possess foreign qualification(s), are furthermore required to submit the evaluated results of such qualifications as received from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two preentry 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. These assessments are aimed at assessing candidate’s professional and technical competency against the job requirements and duties, general job fit, integrity and digital literacy). All shortlisted candidates for SMS positions will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) candidates will undergo psychometric assessment to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural, emotional intelligence and integrity. All suitable candidates will be subjected to mandatory pre-employment screening/ suitability checks/ verification (credit, criminal, citizenship, qualifications, employment pending disciplinary action and professional registration. Suitable candidates for Senior Management Service positions will also be required to successfully complete the online Nyukela Pre-entry Certificate to Senior Management Services course, which can be accessed via: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Candidates wishing to be considered for appointment, are encouraged to enrol for the course as soon as possible. Due to high volumes anticipated, communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates. The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment. The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development (DOJ&CD) seeks to appoint exceptional, ethical and visionary leaders to join its executive leadership team in advancing constitutional democracy. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. The Department is committed to providing equal opportunities and affirmative action employment. It is our intention to promote representativity in terms of (race, gender, and disability).
Original Text
SALARY : R2 446 749 – R2 756 241 per annum (Level 16), (an all-inclusive remuneration package), plus 10% non-pensionable allowance payable to Head of
Departments (HoDs) for a five (5) year term.
CENTRE : National Office, Pretoria State
REQUIREMENTS : An NQF Level 8 qualification recognized by SAQA in Law, Public Administration, Public Management, Business Administration or a related field.
Admission as an Attorney or Advocate will be an added advantage. A minimum of ten (10) years' experience at senior managerial level, of which a substantial
portion must have been gained at executive leadership level within a large, complex organization. Proven experience in organizational transformation,
strategic planning, institutional performance, governance, financial management, policy development and stakeholder management is essential.
Executive leadership experience within the Public Service will serve as a distinct advantage. Extensive knowledge of constitutional and administrative
law; criminal law; labour law; international law; legislative drafting; justice administration; litigation and State legal services; constitutional democracy;
human rights; public administration; organizational development; information and communication technology; public sector governance; the Public Service
Act; Public Service Regulations; Public Finance Management Act; Treasury
Regulations; Government planning frameworks; and financial management within the Public Service. Skills and Competencies: Exceptional strategic
leadership and executive management capability, with the ability to provide strategic direction and translate Government priorities into measurable
organizational outcomes. Demonstrated capability in programme and project management, financial management, organizational transformation and
change management, knowledge management, service delivery innovation, governance and organizational performance. Strong analytical, strategic
thinking and problem-solving capability. Excellent people management, communication, stakeholder management and customer service orientation.
Ability to build strategic partnerships, lead multidisciplinary executive teams, manage organizational risk and drive organizational performance. High levels
of professionalism, ethical leadership, innovation, accountability and commitment to public service values.
DUTIES : Provide strategic leadership and overall management of the Department to ensure the effective administration of justice and implementation of its
constitutional and legislative mandate. Oversee the development, reform and implementation of legislation, legal services and policies that promote
constitutional democracy, human rights and the rule of law. Provide strategic oversight of court administration services, including lower court administration,
the Integrated Criminal Justice System and programmes supporting vulnerable groups. Oversee the administration of Master's Services and Family Law
Services, including deceased estates, trusts, insolvencies, guardianship administration and family advocate services. Direct the provision of State legal
advisory and litigation services on behalf of Government and organs of State.
Ensure effective financial management, strategic planning, governance, enterprise risk management, internal audit, organizational performance and
transformation and regulatory compliance. Strengthen intergovernmental relations, cluster coordination, entity oversight and strategic partnerships, and
oversee programmes that advance constitutional values and social justice.
Serve as principal adviser to the Executive Authority on matters relating to the
Department's mandate and strategic direction.
ENQUIRIES : Ms Rhulani Ngwenya at 083 269 4716
APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu OR Postal address: The Human
Resources: Department of Justice and Constitutional Development, Private
Bag X81, Pretoria, 0001 OR Physical address: Application Box, First Floor
Reception, East Tower, Momentum Building, 329 Pretorius Street, Pretoria.
Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 26 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.