Deputy Director: Protocol And Ceremonial Services

In brief

Overview This is a re-advertisement for the position of Deputy Director: Protocol And Ceremonial Services within The Presidency, specifically in the Chief Directorate: Protocol and Ceremonial Services. The role is based in Pretoria and offers a salary of R932,292 per annum (Level 11). Previous applicants are encouraged to re-apply. What you will do * Provide hands-on logistical experience in offering Protocol and Ceremonial services to the President and the Deputy President. * Provide protocol and ceremonial support in accordance with national and international policies and procedures. * Implement and adhere to protocol policies and procedures. * Conduct research on protocol in respect of other countries as requested/required. * Advise and support ‘clients”. * Ensure compliance, maintenance, and management of protocol on all events. * Consult with stakeholders. * Oversee overall logistical arrangements for all events attended by the President or Deputy President. * Establish and ensure that sitting arrangements are in hierarchical order. * Assist with development of programmes and develop order of proceedings. * Liaise with the Presidential Protection Service Planning unit in coordination of events. * Coordinate, review, and consolidate directorate’s inputs for the medium term expenditure framework (MTEF) and estimates of national expenditure (ENE). Requirements (from the original advert) * A Senior Certificate plus an appropriate National Diploma/Advanced Certificate or equivalent on NQF level 6. * A minimum of 3-4 years’ middle management experience in Protocol and Ceremonial Services. * Must possess a valid driver’s licence. * **Competencies:** Be professional, highly motivated, initiative and critical thinker who will be able to gather and analyse information skilfully. Have excellent interpersonal skills. Have excellent organizational and planning skills and ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously. Have sense of urgency and ability to identify, analyse and resolve problems in a timely manner. Be able to work independently and as part of a team and also work well under pressure. Excellent telephone etiquette. Have projects management skills. Have good report writing skills. Have effective oral and written communication skills. Good office management skills. Be able to handle confidential matters, have integrity and be trustworthy. * **Knowledge:** Good understanding of protocol and security measures. Good computer knowledge. Good knowledge of travel and subsistence procedures. Willingness to travel local and internal. Good understanding of Public Service Regulation Framework. Who should apply The ideal candidate for this role is a professional, highly motivated individual with 3-4 years of middle management experience in Protocol and Ceremonial Services. They should possess strong critical thinking, analytical, interpersonal, organizational, and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively under pressure, both independently and as part of a team. Excellent communication (oral and written), report writing, and project management skills are essential, along with a sense of urgency and problem-solving abilities. The candidate must have a valid driver’s licence, good computer knowledge, and a solid understanding of protocol, security measures, travel/subsistence procedures, and the Public Service Regulation Framework. They must be trustworthy, capable of handling confidential matters with integrity, and willing to travel both locally and internationally. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/the-presidency-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-38-of-2026#spani-ref-prot-pres-2026 Source: govpage

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