DEPUTY DIRECTOR-GENERAL: POLICY RESEARCH & REGULATION

Department of Public Works and Infrastructure

Reference number: 2026/328
Salary: R1 885 710 per annum, (all-inclusive package), (Total package to be structured in accordance with the rules of the Senior Management Services (70% of package), the State's contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of Package) and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of applicable rules)
Centre: Head Office (Pretoria)
Province: Gauteng
Closing date: 2 October 2026
Circular: No 32 of 2026

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Requirements

A minimum NQF level 08 qualification as recognised by SAQA in or directly related to the Built Environment, Property Management, Law, Policy Research and Development or Development Studies as recognised by SAQA; 8 years of experience at a senior managerial level in the relevant field; extensive experience in research and policy development. Knowledge: Functioning of national, provincial and local government; fundamental economics; financial management; EPWP goals and objectives; employment creation strategies; appropriate labour-intensive technologies and skills development strategies. Skills: Strategic management; executive management skills; tender processes; effective communication (verbal and written); marketing and liaison; programme and project management; relationship management; influencing skills; negotiation. Personal Attributes: Solution orientated; ability to design ideas without direction; ability to work under stressful situations; ability to communicate at all levels, including with political office bearers.

Duties

Provide strategic leadership in the development and implementation of legislation, strategies, and policies for the Branch: commission researches on latest trends, ensure the development and implementation of effective and efficient acts, strategies and policies, ensure that all branch policies are in line with the department's strategic objectives, determine and develop strategic intervention mechanisms where there are problems/challenges to implement efficient, effective and uniform procedures and policies, and ensure that the budget framework is in line with the Medium Term Expenditure Framework. Develop and implement regulatory framework aimed at addressing the transformation, growth and development of the construction industry: provide strategic leadership in the development of building regulations, norms and standards, research, develop, monitor and review construction sector policies, establish best practice partnerships with various stakeholders in the construction industry (local and international), facilitate policy integration with DPW Public Entities, oversee the development of policies within the Department, and regulate the property industry to promote transformation, growth and development. Promote uniformity and best practice in immovable asset management in the public sector: research, develop, monitor and review policies and regulations, establish best practice partnerships with various stakeholders in the property industry (local and international), provide support to Immovable Asset Management, and oversee the development of policies within the Department. Develop and manage the implementation of international relation framework: manage, integrate and coordinate international relations, identify and articulate issues of strategic significance to the department, and develop international relations framework. Manage the Policy Research and Regulation Branch: establish and maintain appropriate internal controls and reporting systems in order to meet performance expectations, develop and manage the operational plan of the Branch and report on progress as required, manage performance and development of employees, establish, implement and maintain efficient and effective communication arrangements, compile and submit all required administrative reports, quality control of work delivered by employees, and manage and monitor the budget and expenditures for the Branch.

Where to send your application

People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Email applications for this position must be email to: Recruitment26-74@dpw.gov.za

Enquiries

Mr S Mdakane at 082 929 9885.

Note

All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a compulsory technical or competency-based exercise that intends to test the relevant technical elements of the job as part of the interview process. Following the technical exercise and the interview, the selection committee will identify up to a maximum of three (3) top scoring candidates to undergo psychometric assessments. It will be expected of the successful candidate to sign a Performance Agreement, be subjected to Top Secret Security Clearance and annually disclose his/her financial interests.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 32 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 4 September 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.

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