Director: Transformation and Gender

Overview

Director of Transformation and Gender at the Department of Home Affairs Head Office in Tshwane, leading diversity programmes and equity strategies at SMS Level 13.

Requirements

• An undergraduate qualification in Management Science, Human Resources Management, or related field at NQF level 7 as recognized by SAQA.
• Five (5) years' Middle / Senior Managerial level experience in Transformation and Gender environment is required.
• Knowledge of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa.
• Knowledge and understanding of all relevant public service and Departmental Legislative Frameworks, as well as Government Structures.
• Understanding of integrated strategy for disabled people.
• Understanding of the National framework of gender equality.
• Knowledge of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act.
• Understanding of National Calendar of events.
• Understanding of Youth issues.
• Understanding of Public Service Transformation White Paper.
• Excellent abilities and vast experience in project management, project optimization, and the use of online systems.
• A Valid driver’s licence or ability to fulfil the operational travel requirements of the post independently, through maintaining reliable transport arrangements for the execution of official duties, as well as willingness to travel and work extended hours.
• Willingness to travel and work extended hours.
• Completion of the Senior Management Services Pre-entry Certificate upon appointment.
• Required skills and competencies: Strategic capability and leadership Execution.
• Service delivery innovation, client orientation and customer focus.
• People management and empowerment.
• Financial Management.
• Program and project management.
• Change management.
• Support with digital transformation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, as well as presentation skills.
• Problem-solving and analysis.
• Influencing, networking and conflict management.
• Attention to detail.
• Budget planning and cost control.
• Financial reporting.
• Process analysis and improvement.
• Stakeholder relations and customer focus.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Decision making and initiating action.
• Planning, organising and time management.
• Business report writing.
• Computer literacy.
• Patriotism, Honesty and Integrity.

Duties

• The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following specific tasks: Lead and direct the diversity programs and strategies in the Department.
• Provide direction on monitoring and evaluation of all strategies to advance equity and report to the relevant stakeholders.
• Provide strategic direction on national, regional and international policies, treaties/conventions guidelines.
• Lead and direct / monitor the implementation of the Employment Equity Act, Employment Equity Plan and all related policies to ensure equity on gender, youth, and persons with disabilities.
• Manage development, review and monitor the implementation of the Employment Equity Policy and Plan.
• Develop and monitor policies that protect and promote diversity in the workplace, as well as driving awareness programs to ensure compliance.
• Ensure departmental representation and participation in intergovernmental structures pertaining to transformation and gender in the public service.
• Ensure that the Departmental policies and practices are designed/developed to accommodate and provide equal opportunities for people from designated groups.
• Lead and direct equity and mainstream transformation initiatives and activities in the Department.
• Provide strategic direction and leadership in the Directorate.
• Enhance Operational Efficiency and Service Delivery.
• Ensure Risk and Compliance Management.
• Manage and monitor quality, risk, standards and practices against prescribed frameworks.
• Ensure effective and efficient management of human, physical and financial resources within the Chief Directorate.
• Coach and guide staff on compliance with all regulatory requirements.

How to apply

Applications compliant with the “Directions to Applicants” above, must be submitted online at https://erecruitment.dha.gov.za or hrrecruitment@dha.gov.za

Enquiries: Ms V Motshegoa Tel No: (012) 406 4252

Notes

Applications must be submitted online at https://erecruitment.dha.gov.za sent to the correct address specified at the bottom of the posts, on or before the closing date accompanied by a fully completed Application for Employment Form (New Z83, effective from 1 January 2021), obtainable at www.dpsa.gov.za, citing the correct post number and job title, and a comprehensive CV (citing the start and end date dd/mm/yy), job title, duties performed and exit reason for each employment period to be considered, as well as the details of at least two contactable employment references (as recent as possible), regardless of online or manual submission. Where a valid Driver's License and a Professional Driving Permit (PDP) is a requirement, this must be indicated on the CV. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Shortlisted candidates will also be required to submit a copy of their ID document, a valid driver’s license (if specified as a job requirement), relevant educational qualifications / RPL certificates / Academic Transcripts of completed qualifications, and Acting letters as directed. Furthermore, applicants who possess (a) foreign qualification(s), are required to submit the evaluated results of such qualifications, as received from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA); for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity, will be subjected to an interview, various relevant tests and assessments, and employment suitability checks (credit, criminal, citizenship, qualifications, and employment references including verification of exit reasons, and conducting business with State). Once appointed, serving of a prescribed probation period, and obtaining of a security clearance appropriate to the post, will be required. Correspondence between the Department and candidates will be limited to shortlisted candidates, only. The DHA complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (Act No. 4 of 2013). Applicants’ personal information will be used for recruitment purposes, retained where required for audit, and safeguarded against unauthorised disclosure, except where legally required. Submission of an application constitutes consent to such processing. ERRATUM: Kindly note that the process to submit applications for the post of Senior Legal Administration Officer (MR-6) with Ref No: HRMC 43/26/3, that was advertised in Public Service Vacancy Circular 23 dated 03 July 2026, was omitted and therefore must be sent to: Applications: Applications compliant with the “Directions to Applicants” above, must be submitted online at https://erecruitment.dha.gov.za or legalrecruitment@dha.gov.za To this effect, the closing date for this post has been extended to 24 July 2026.We apologise for the inconvenience caused. MANAGEMENT ECHELON