Assistant Director: Strategic Planning and Management
Department of Correctional Services
- Location
- National Head Office, Gauteng
- Salary
- R487 197 per year
- Job type
- Permanent
- Work setting
- On-site
- Sector
- Government & public service
- Closing date
- 09 Nov 2026
Posted 7 days ago
What you need
- Qualification
- Diploma
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Driver's licence
- Code 8 (EB)
- Strategic planning role at DCS National Head Office, Pretoria
- Diploma (NQF 6) or degree in strategy, M&E, accounting or public admin
- 3-5 years in a planning environment
- Valid driver's licence
- R487 197 a year
How to apply
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How to apply: should be submitted online at https://careers.dcs.gov.za/. Emailed, post or hand delivered applications will not be considered. Official advert: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 38 of 2026, post 38/62, ref HO 2026/11/60. Government applications usually need the new Z83 form and a detailed CV.
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Directorate: Strategic Planning and Management
Requirements:
Recognised National Diploma (NQF Level 6) or Degree in Strategic Management / Monitoring and Evaluation / Accounting and or Auditing / Public Administration/ Business Management or related qualification. 3-5 years’ experience in a planning environment. Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence. Competencies And Attributes: Understanding of strategic planning processes and government planning cycle. Applied strategic thinking. Report writing and quality assurance. Excellent facilitation and communication skills. Understanding of excel and PowerPoint essential. Knowledge of government policies, acts and regulations. Understanding of monitoring and evaluation in government. Financial management. Good interpersonal relations. Approach to good governance. Analytical, planning and organising and problem-solving skills. Formal training in strategic planning and performance monitoring.
Duties:
Coordinate the development and review of the Departmental Strategic Plan, Annual Performance Plan (APP), and Annual Operational Plans. Monitor the implementation of departmental planning frameworks and approved plans. Provide strategic planning advice and technical support to Head Office and Regions. Liaise and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders on planning matters. Management of performance information, human resources, finance and assets.
Notes:
Appointment under the Public Service Act.
Enquiries: National Head Office: Ms NS Khumalo Tel No: (012) 307 2174 or Ms TP Ngobeni Tel No: (012) 305 8589.
Reference number: HO 2026/11/60