About the Role
The Office of the Premier in Johannesburg is seeking a dedicated individual to fill the role of Director: Security Management Services & Work. This pivotal position plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of the Premier’s office, contributing directly to the public service’s mission to protect sensitive information and personnel. The responsibilities extend beyond basic security measures, making this role integral to the operational integrity of the Office of the Premier and, by extension, the community it serves.
In this capacity, the successful candidate will engage in strategic Information Security guidance and ensure compliance with national safety standards. This role is vital for maintaining a secure environment for the Premier’s Executive Members and will involve implementing technical surveillance countermeasures, conducting risk assessments, and managing security protocols. By joining the Office of the Premier, you will be at the forefront of safeguarding our government’s operations, thereby directly impacting the safety and welfare of citizens across South Africa.
About the Department
The Office of the Premier is committed to fostering a secure and efficient operational framework for provincial governance. Its mandate includes ensuring the safety of government officials and sensitive information while promoting transparency and accountability in public service. Working within this department means engaging with a diverse range of issues, from physical security to emergency preparedness, all aimed at enhancing public trust in government operations.
Contributing to the Office of the Premier offers unique opportunities to influence policy implementation and compliance monitoring within the public sector. The department’s mission is to create a safe and secure environment that supports effective governance and public service delivery.
What You’ll Do
- Provide strategic guidance on Information Security to the Office of the Premier.
- Ensure compliance with security measures related to personnel, documents, and communication.
- Coordinate and implement security awareness programs and audits.
- Facilitate Technical Surveillance Counter Measures for Executive Members.
- Manage comprehensive security administrative support and systems.
- Oversee Occupational Health and Safety in line with national policies.
- Coordinate internal vetting processes and risk management systems.
- Conduct investigations and evaluations of security solutions.
- Manage adherence to physical security policies and standards.
- Ensure safety at internal events in compliance with relevant legislation.
- Develop and monitor budget inputs and procurement for security services.
What You’ll Need
- An NQF level 7 qualification in Security Management, Risk and Safety Management, or a related field.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level in physical security, administration, or technical support.
- Strong project and financial management skills, with excellent coordination and communication abilities.
- Proven leadership in security and risk management with a focus on policy implementation.
- Ability to engage effectively with stakeholders and manage multiple priorities under pressure.
- Comprehensive knowledge of relevant public sector legislation and compliance frameworks.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
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Requirements
An NQF level 7 qualification in Security Management / Risk and Safety Management or related field.5 years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level in the field of Physical Security, Administration, Technical Support, Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS), Communication and Security Investigations.
Good Project, Financial and Human Resources Management skills.
Planning and organising skills, Change Management.
Excellent co-ordination, communication, networking, negotiation, presentation and multi-tasking skills.
Key Competencies: Demonstrable strategic leadership in security, risk, and workplace environment management, strong governance, policy implementation, and compliance monitoring capabilities.
Effective stakeholder engagement; project and change management expertise, strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and report-writing skills; and comprehensive knowledge of relevant public sector legislation, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS), security prescripts, and related compliance frameworks.
Ability to work under pressure and willingness to work long hours.
Job Duties
Provide strategic Information Security guidance to the Office of the Premier (OOP).Ensure compliance to Information security measures on Personnel, document and communication security.
Co-ordinate and implement security awareness, appraisals and audits.
Facilitate and implement Technical Surveillance Counter Measures to the Office of the Premier’s Executive Members and identified personnel.
Manage comprehensive security administrative support.
Develop and implement security administration systems.
Manage Occupational Health and Safety in line with national policies.
Manage and coordinate internal vetting process.
Manage contingency, Business Disaster and Recovery plans in response to emergencies.
Evaluate, advise, monitor and facilitate the implementation of technical security measures and counter measures.
Conduct investigations, research, development, management, monitoring and evaluation of IDT security solutions.
Co-ordinate needs assessments and the procurement of technical security assets.
Manage risk and threat management system for Office of the Premier.
Manage and monitor adherence and compliance to physical security policy, measure and standards.
Render physical security services in line with the Minimum Physical Security Standards (MPSS), MISS, and other legal prescripts.
Conduct risk profiling to identified personnel and the Executives and provide strategic interventions.
Ensure safety at internal events in compliance to SASREA Act.
Develop, implement and monitor policies, procedures and compliance to the Firearms Control Act and Procedures for OOP.
Manage the development of inputs to the directorate budget, demand plan and procurement of services and ensure adherence to the relevant legislation.
Manage the human, financial and other resources of the Directorate to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of services.
ENQUIRES : Ms Khanyisile Mafiri Tel No: (011) 355 6060
