DIRECTOR: YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

A National Senior Certificate (NQF level 4). Degree in Development Studies/Youth in Development/Community Development Studies (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at a middle/senior managerial level. A valid drivers’ license is essential. Competencies: Extensive knowledge of policies and prescripts that govern Public Financial management and public service. Excellent interpersonal, communication and report writing skills. Knowledge and understanding of relevant Youth and Community Development legislation and the current developments in the sector including National Youth Service Programmes, War on Poverty Campaigns, Expanded Public Works Programme and Youth Development Agency etc. Good facilitation, presentation and managerial skills. Strategic Capability and Leadership.

Design and implement integrated special programmes as well as social economic empowerment programmes for the youth. Provide strategic direction on the development of policy and guidelines for the implementation of Youth Development. Monitor and evaluate youth development programmes to ensure effective implementation. Establish and maintain sound partnership and networks with stakeholders in relation to youth development activities. Manage the financial, physical and human resource of the directorate

Ms. Charlene Mashego Tel No: [013] 766 3525/ Ms. Thembi Manana Tel No: [013] 766 3232

Please forward your applications, quoting the relevant reference number to: erecruitement.mpg.gov.za

The Office of the Premier is looking for dynamic, innovative, experienced and suitable candidates to fill the following posts, listed in the various Units below. The minimum entry requirement for Senior Management Services (SMS) posts is a Pre-entry Certificate that is obtainable through a course named Certificate for entry into SMS submitted prior to appointment, and the full details can be sourced by following the link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms- pre-entry-programme/. (SMS Pre-entry Certificate submitted prior appointment). All shortlisted candidates, including the 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. The recommended candidates for Senior Management Level (SMS) and Middle Management Level (MMS) posts shall be subjected to a competency assessment. All appointments are subject to security clearance, security vetting, employment reference checks, qualification verification and signing of performance agreements. Applications should only be submitted online through the link: erecruitment.mpg.gov.za on the new Z83 form and should be accompanied by a comprehensive CV. Only short-listed candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications. If no correspondence is received within two months of the closing date, applicants must accept that their applications have been unsuccessful. MANAGEMENT ECHELON

PSV Circular 20 of 2026, Post 20/231