Deputy Director: Corporate Support Services
Department of the Presidency
Cape Town Posted 30 oct Closes 13 Nov
Type
Full-time
Pay
R932 292 per year
Experience
Mid level
Work setup
On site
Category
Trades & Construction
About the job
Directorate: Corporate Support Services
Department: Department of the Presidency
Centre: Cape Town
Salary: R932 292 per annum (level 11), all-inclusive remuneration package
Reference: DDCSS/PRES/2026
DUTIES
Corporate Support Services: Manage and coordinate corporate support operations, planning, service standards and reporting in Cape Town. Accommodation and Facilities: Oversee accommodation, maintenance, housekeeping, catering and hospitality services, liaising with DPWI and service providers. Auxiliary and Transport Services: Oversee reception, messenger, frontline, switchboard, transport and driver services. Supply Chain and Asset Management: Coordinate procurement and ensure effective asset control and compliance in Cape Town Office. ICT and HRM Support: Coordinate regional ICT and HRM support with the relevant Union Buildings directorates/units. Coordinate logistical, catering, ICT, transport and facilities support for high- level meetings and events in Cape Town. Governance and Risk Management: Ensure compliance with legislation, policies, OHS, Internal Security requirements and audit actions, while managing operational risks. Stakeholder Management: Liaise with internal directorates, DPWI and service providers, monitoring service delivery and performance. People and Resource Management: Supervise designated Assistant Directors and manage staff performance and available resources. Matrix Coordination and Reporting: Coordinate services with Union Buildings directorates, resolve operational challenges and escalate matters requiring management intervention.
ENQUIRIES
Mr Charles Ford Tel No: (021) 464-2216
HOW TO APPLY
The Presidency, Private Bag X1000, Pretoria, 0001 or Hand deliver at Government Avenue, Union Buildings, Pretoria or by email: [email protected]
NOTE
NB: Email applications must on the subject line state only the Reference number: DDCSS/PRES/2026 (with no spaces) 156
Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 39 of 2026. Apply exactly as the department instructs (Z83 form and CV); Insly does not forward applications for public service posts.
What you need
A Senior Certificate plus an appropriate Bachelor’s Degree/ or National Diploma OR an equivalent qualification on NQF level 6. A minimum of 3-4 years’ applicable middle managerial experience. Knowledge of facilities management, accommodation and household services, auxiliary services, transport, procurement and asset control. Good managerial, leadership, decision-making, planning, organising and problem-solving skills. Financial 155 management, resource management and operational planning skills. Excellent written and oral communication. Planning and organising. Service delivery. Client service. Ability to function independently without supervision. Loyalty/honest. Computer literate. Research. Presentable. Reporting. Accommodation & household management. Personnel management. Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary services and manage matrix reporting arrangements.