This vacancy has closed. It closed on 3 July 2026 and is kept here for reference only.
DISTRICT DIRECTOR: DR KENNETH KAUNDA DISTRICT
Department of Sport, Arts and Culture
- Reference number
- 2026/ACSR05/NW
- Salary
- R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13), (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
- Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Office, Potchefstroom
- Province
- North West
- Closing date
- 3 July 2026
- Circular
- No 21 of 2026
Requirements
Grade12 Certificate. Degree / Advanced Diploma / B-Tech at NQF Level 7 (as recognised by SAQA) in Social Science, Management or Administration. A Postgraduate qualification in Administration / Management will serve as an added advantage. A minimum of five (5) years relevant experience at Middle / Senior Management level. A valid driver license. An SMS pre-entry programme must be completed and a Nyukela Certificate be obtained and submitted before an appointment can be considered. Knowledge: Extensive knowledge and understanding of the industry and management. In depth knowledge of government legislation, policies, provincial and national plan of action. A high level of financial and people management skills. The ability to inspire staff and communicate effectively in a wide range of situations Change management and knowledge management skills. Program management and service delivery innovation. Problem, solving and analytic skills. Client orientation and customer focus, strong strategic management and leadership abilities. Broad knowledge and understanding of the functional areas covered by the executive authority`s portfolio. Proven management competencies communication skills (verbal & written). Negotiation skills. Report writing. Presentation skills. Computer literacy.
Duties
Ensure the development and implementation of the district strategic plan, annual performance plans (targets) and annual operational plans. Plan and manage the District budget in line with PFMA and Treasury Regulations. Ensure district performance implementation, monitoring, reporting for all programmes (Arts, Culture, Sport, Recreation and Library services). Liaise with and manage stakeholders relations in the District. Coordinate implementation of services through service points, libraries, museums, and recreation centres, and all other facilities in the district. Ensure coordination and management of service points and facilities in the district. Participate in District Development Model (DDM) related activities. Attend all IGR forum meetings and provide reports to the Accounting Officer. Collate performance reports, portfolio of evidence, and prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, listings. Implement the Performance Management and Development System to ensure performance contracting, management, assessments, and rewards.
Where to send your application
For Robert Mangaliso Sobukwe Hospital: Please note applications can be hand delivered to HRM 3rd Floor Admin Building at Robert Mangaliso Sobukwe Hospital, couriered via postal services to 144 Du Toitspan Road,at Robert Mangaliso Sobukwe Hospital or E-Mailed at rmshhr@ncpg.gov.za All applicants must complete an application register when an application is hand delivered. For Kuruman and Tshwaragano Hospital (John Taolo Gaetsewe District): Please note applications can be hand delivered to 1 Petso Street, Kagisho Health Centre, Mothibistad or E-Mailed at nchealthhr-jtg@ncpg.gov All applicants must complete an application register when an application is hand delivered. For Dr Harry Surtie Hospital: Please note applications can be hand delivered at the Human Resource offices at Dr Harry Surtie Hospital, couriered via postal services to C/O Upington 26 Drive and Turner Street, Upington 8801 or E- Mailed at vacancies.dhsh@ncdoh.gov.za All applicants must complete an application register when an application is hand delivered. 158 For Postmasburg Hospital: Applications must be e-mailed to nchealthhr- zfm@ncpg.gov.za or be hand delivered to 110 Schroder Street, ZF Mgcawu District Office (Old Gordonia Hospital), Upington or couriered via postal services to 110 Schroder Street (Old Gordonia Hospital) Private Bag X5900, Upington, 8801. All applicants must complete an application register when an application is hand delivered. For Connie Vorster Hospital: Application must be e-mailed to nchealthhr- fbd@ncpg.gov.za, hand delivered or couriered via postal services to 119 Green Street, Riveria, Kimberley. All applicants must complete an application register when an application is hand delivered. For Springbok Hospital: Application must be e-mailed to eacloete@ncpg.gov.za and hand delivered or couriered via postal services to 7 River Street, Springbok, Postal address: Private Bag X10, Springbok, 8240. For Provincial Office: Please note applications can be hand delivered to the James Exum Building, Room 29, couriered via postal services to 144 Du Toitspan Road, James Exum Building, Kimberley Hospital Complex, Kimberley, 8301 or emailed to nchealthhr@ncpg.gov.za All applicants must complete an application register when an application is hand delivered.
Enquiries
Ms. Waliyya Jacobs Tel No: (018) 388 2719
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 8 September 2026.
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