This vacancy has closed. It closed on 17 July 2026 and is kept here for reference only.

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: POLICY RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT

Department of Sport, Arts and Culture

Reference number: 2026/ACSR08/NW
Salary: R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive package). The inclusive remuneration package consist of the Basic Salary, contribution to Government Employee Pension Fund, Medical Fund and a flexible portion in terms of applicable rules. The successful candidate must enter a performance agreement and sign an employment contract.
Centre: Head Office, Mmabatho
Province: North West
Closing date: 17 July 2026
Circular: No 21 of 2026

Requirements

Grade 12 Certificate. Degree / Advanced Diploma / B-Tech at NQF Level 7 as recognised by SAQA in Public Administration or field of Development studies. Postgraduate qualification would be an added advantage. A minimum of five (5) years relevant experience of which three (3) must be at Assistant Director level. A valid driver’s license. Ability to think and act transversally. Understanding of qualitative and spatial implication of growth and development at various scales, policy framework, both nationally and logically, that impact on and directly affected delivery of programmes. Knowledge of applicable policies, strategies, guidelines and cycle. Sound understanding of departmental operations. Knowledge of the policies of the Government of the day, global, regional and local political economic and social affairs impacting on the Provincial government of the North West, Knowledge of public participation process and provincial social dialogue structure. Strong conceptual and formulation skills. Project management skills. Excellent communication skills. Strong leadership Skills. Team building and strong interpersonal skills. Planning and organising skills. Computer Literacy. Ability to render advice and guidance. Ability to persuade and influence. Ability to handle conflict.

Duties

Coordinate Policy development processes in the department. Provide support in the development, analysis and review of policies and strategies. Provide support and research capacity to programmes. Coordinate development, implementation and report on departmental research agenda. Support programmes in conducting evaluation of programmes. Resource Management. Supervise personnel.

Where to send your application

Applications must be submitted to Human Capital Management, Department of Arts, Culture, Sports and Recreation, 760 Dr James Moroka Drive, Gaabomotho Building, Mmabatho or email to ACSRJOBS@nwpg.gov.za . Applicants are required to indicate the reference number and post job title in the subject line for all email applications and all attachments including the Z83 and CV must be one PDF document. If you apply for more than one (1) post, please submit separate applications for each post that you apply for. FOR ATTENTION : The Head of Department

Enquiries

Mr M Mosimane Tel No: (018) 388 2851

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 21 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 19 June 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.

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