Assistant Director: Traditional Institutional Management (customary Initiation)

In brief

**Overview** This is an Assistant Director position in Traditional Institutional Management, specifically focused on customary initiation, within the Gauteng Department Of Co-Operative Governance And Traditional Affairs. The role is based in Johannesburg and offers a salary of R487 197 per annum, plus benefits. The primary function of this role is to manage and support the Provincial Initiation Coordinating Committee (PICC) and related provincial policy, legislation, training, and awareness. **What you will do** The incumbent will be expected to: * Coordinate and support the Provincial Initiation Coordinating Committee (PICC) by developing and annually reviewing Terms of Reference, coordinating stakeholder identification and appointment, facilitating quarterly meetings, minuting proceedings, tracking resolutions, developing annual implementation plans, and facilitating induction and training of PICC members. * Provide administrative support to the PICC, which includes developing systems for processing applications received, approved, and rejected; communicating PICC decisions to applicants; preparing seasonal provincial statistical reports; and managing fatalities emanating from initiation schools in line with legislative prescripts. * Develop provincial policy and legislation on customary initiation by drafting provincial policy, consulting stakeholders, coordinating legislative processes for province-specific legislation, facilitating EXCO approval and State Law Advisor pre-certification, and ensuring referral of the Bill to the Gauteng Provincial Legislature. * Facilitate training, awareness, and stakeholder support through developing concept documents for training and awareness programmes; coordinating annual training for PICC, Provincial Initiation Monitoring Teams, traditional surgeons, and principals; conducting community awareness programmes; coordinating printed communication materials (pamphlets, posters); and facilitating media statements, press briefings, and interviews before and after initiation seasons. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Matric plus NQF level 6/ National Diploma in Development Studies or a relevant SAQA-recognised qualification. * A minimum of 3–5 years’ experience working with the institution of Traditional and Khoi San leadership and/or within the customary initiation environment. * A Certificate of Competency, issued by a recognised Senior Traditional Leader, as a male or female initiate, will be an added advantage. * **Knowledge of:** The Customary Initiation Act, No. 2 of 2021, policy guidelines and legislative processes, the institution of Traditional Leadership, customary initiation practices, and the PFMA and Public Service regulatory frameworks. * **Skills and Competencies:** Excellent communication and report writing, conflict handling and interpersonal skills, organising and time management, problem solving and project management, computer literacy and stakeholder coordination and facilitation. * A valid driver’s licence. * South African citizenship is compulsory. **Who should apply** This role is suitable for individuals with a Matric certificate and an NQF level 6 or National Diploma in Development Studies or a related SAQA-recognised qualification. Applicants should have 3-5 years of experience engaging with Traditional and Khoi San leadership institutions or within the customary initiation environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of relevant legislation such as the Customary Initiation Act, PFMA, and Public Service regulatory frameworks, as well as an understanding of Traditional Leadership and customary initiation practices. Essential skills include excellent communication, report writing, conflict handling, interpersonal abilities, strong organisational and time management skills, problem-solving, project management, computer literacy, and stakeholder coordination and facilitation. A valid driver's licence and South African citizenship are mandatory. A Certificate of Competency as a male or female initiate, issued by a recognised Senior Traditional Leader, would be beneficial. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/gauteng-department-of-co-operative-governance-and-traditional-affairs-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-38-of-2026#spani-ref-refs-057052 Source: govpage

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