ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: AFRICA BILATERALS RELATIONS/AFRICA MULTILATERALS

Department of Water and Sanitation

Branch: Provincial And Entity Governance and International Cooperation Cd: International Water Cooperation Dir: Africa Relations

Reference number: 070826/01
Salary: R605 742 per annum (Level 10)
Centre: Pretoria Head Office
Province: Gauteng
Closing date: 7 August 2026
Circular: No 26 of 2026

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Requirements

A relevant NQF level 6 qualification in International Relations / Political Science. Five (5) years of experience in international relations. Knowledge and understanding of international politics and the difference between multilateral and bilateral agreements. Knowledge of developing policies and their procedures. Knowledge and understanding of research. Understanding of Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). Knowledge of bilateral/multilateral management issues. Knowledge of equal opportunities and affirmative action guidelines and laws. Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems. Understanding of departmental policies and procedures. Problem solving and analysis. People and diversity management. Client orientation and customer focus. Effective communication skills both (verbal and written). Accountability and ethical conduct.

Duties

Assist in the implementation of international agreements with priority countries. Conduct research and compile briefing documents, position papers and reports to support bilateral engagements Facilitate international stakeholder engagements, support relevant stakeholder consultations, maintain relations with foreign governments, Embassies, High Commissions, and entities. Facilitate and participate in bilateral fora, support strategic interventions and formation of partnerships for international water cooperation. Drafting of relevant documents such as submissions, letters, briefing notes. Assist with the establishment of new strategic partnerships.

Where to send your application

All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/

Enquiries

Mr MA Sithole Tel No: (012) 336 8588

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 26 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 24 July 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 30 July 2026.

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