Deputy Director: Administrative Support And Portfolio Management

In brief

**Overview** This is a Deputy Director role focused on Administrative Support and Portfolio Management within the Executive Support Directorate of the Gauteng Department Of Economic Development. The position is located at Umnotho House, Johannesburg, and offers an all-inclusive salary of R932,292 per annum (Level 11). **What you will do** The successful candidate will be responsible for: * Managing the administrative and coordination activities within the office of the executive authority and the accounting officer. * Liaising with internal and external role players regarding matters relating to the portfolio of the executive authority and the accounting officer. * Rendering a Cabinet/executive council support service to the executive authority and accounting officer. * Supervising employees. **Requirements (from the original advert)** Applicants must meet the following requirements: * Grade 12 plus an appropriate Degree NQF (Level 07) in Office Administration / Public Management & Governance / Public Administration / Business Management / Administration as recognized by SAQA. * 3 years’ experience below middle management at Assistant Director /middle management level. * Valid driver’s license (code B). * **Competencies:** Working knowledge of the political and parliamentary processes in South Africa, Computer literacy, Communication, Workflow coordination, Strategic capability and leadership, Programme and project management, Financial Management, Problem solving and analysis, People management and Empowerment, Governance, Broad knowledge and understanding of the functional areas covered by the executive authority’s portfolio. **Who should apply** Individuals possessing a Grade 12 certificate combined with an appropriate NQF Level 07 Degree in fields such as Office Administration, Public Management & Governance, Public Administration, Business Management, or Administration. Applicants must have a minimum of 3 years' experience at or below middle management level (Assistant Director/middle management), and hold a valid Code B driver's license. Key competencies sought include working knowledge of South African political and parliamentary processes, computer literacy, strong communication and workflow coordination skills, strategic capability and leadership, programme and project management, financial management, problem-solving, people management and empowerment, governance, and a broad understanding of the executive authority’s portfolio. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/gauteng-department-of-economic-development-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-39-of-2026#spani-ref-refs-057168 Source: govpage

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• At least 3 years of experience.

• Project management
• Driver's licence

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