Deputy Director: Parliamentary And Cabinet Support – Tshwane And Cape Town – Department Of Home Affairs

About the Role

The Department of Home Affairs is seeking a dedicated Deputy Director: Parliamentary and Cabinet Support to join its team in Tshwane and Cape Town. This role is crucial for ensuring that the department effectively engages with Parliamentary matters and Cabinet processes, contributing to the broader public service in South Africa. As a vital link between the department and various committees, the successful candidate will play a key role in facilitating communication, monitoring deadlines, and ensuring that all submissions are timely and compliant.

Working from the head office in Tshwane and occasionally in Cape Town, this position offers a unique opportunity to impact South African governance directly. The Deputy Director will coordinate multiple workstreams, manage administrative support for departmental delegations, and oversee responses to Parliamentary questions. This work not only enhances the department’s operations but also strengthens democratic processes that affect the lives of citizens across the nation.

About the Department

The Department of Home Affairs is tasked with managing South Africa’s immigration and civil registration systems. Its mission is to ensure that all citizens have access to essential services, fostering a society where individuals feel secure and valued. Working in this department means being part of a significant mission to uphold the Constitution, ensuring compliance with legislative frameworks while promoting accountability and integrity in public service.

What You’ll Do

• Provide comprehensive support services for Parliamentary matters, including portfolio-specific committees and Cabinet discussions.
• Coordinate multiple concurrent workstreams and monitor deadlines to ensure timely submissions across the Department.
• Facilitate departmental interactions with Parliamentary Committees, adhering to the Parliamentary programme.
• Render administrative and technical support for departmental delegations during Parliamentary briefings and meetings.
• Draft, assure quality, and submit departmental responses to questions posed to the Minister of Home Affairs.
• Manage the drafting and finalisation of Cabinet memoranda for consideration by Cabinet.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant processes and timeframes for Parliamentary and Cabinet interactions.
• Monitor the implementation of decisions made by Cabinet and relevant Committees, escalating any risks or delays.
• Drive the implementation of Batho Pele principles, ensuring quality service delivery.
• Develop and review policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with audit and legislative requirements.
• Plan and manage the production of annual reports in line with corporate strategies.
• Oversee effective management of human, physical, and financial resources within the unit.

What You’ll Need

• An undergraduate qualification in Political Sciences, Public Management and Administration, or a related field at NQF level 6.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience at Junior Management or Assistant Director level.
• Strong understanding of Portfolio and Cabinet Committees, and knowledge of foreign policies.
• Familiarity with Intergovernmental Relations framework and relevant regulations, including the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel regularly between Tshwane and Cape Town.
• Exceptional organisational, communication, and analytical skills, with a strong sense of accountability.

How to Apply

Applications compliant with the “Directions to Applicants” above, must be submitted online at the specified application portal.