CHIEF DIRECTOR: CORPORATE SERVICES

Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment

Reference number: 02/DEDECT/2026/NW
Salary: R1 554 696 per annum (Level 14), (all-inclusive remuneration package), 60% or 70% of the inclusive salary package must go into the basic salary.
Centre: Head Office – Mahikeng
Province: North West
Closing date: 7 August 2026
Circular: No 26 of 2026

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Requirements

An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at a senior management level or equivalent to SMS level from other sectors. A valid driver’s license. In-depth knowledge and understanding of corporate services management in public service. Competencies: Strategic capability and leadership skills. Programme and project management skills. Financial management skills. Change management skills. Knowledge management skills. Service delivery innovation skills. Problem-solving and analysis skills. People management and empowerment skills. Client orientation and customer focus. Communication skills. Honesty and integrity. Networking and presentation skills. Computer skills. Excellent, in-depth knowledge of and insight into all applicable policy frameworks governing the public sector.

Duties

Oversee the rendering of Human Resource Management & Development Services within the Department. Manage the provision of strategic support and administration services. Oversee the legal support services of the Department. Oversee security compliance and transformation within the Department. Oversee the management of ICT Corporate communication and Knowledge management within the Department. Ensure departmental compliance to the PAIA and POPIA. Monitor Communications Services within the Department. Coordinate strategic planning cycle, strategic and business plans. Collate organizational performance reports quarterly and annually. Manage and provide support services to the entire department. Manage information by ensuring that all information in the department is secure/accessible/reliable and properly recorded. Minimize risk to the department by ensuring that controls for all internal processes are in place. Develop and implement efficient reporting systems to ensure optimal internal decision-making for management. Manage the departmental PMDS for Senior Management Services in line with the Annual Performance Plan and implementation plan as well as annual report.

Where to send your application

Completed application forms and the Comprehensive CV quoting the relevant reference number, may either be hand-delivered to Department of Economic Development, Environment, Conservation and Tourism, NWDC Building, Cnr University Drive and Provident Street, Mmabatho, 2745. OR E-mail: dedectapplications@nwpg.gov.za

Enquiries

Mr. R. E. Mofokane Tel No: (018) 388 5823

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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