DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SETTLEMENTS

The Department of Human Settlements is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our
intention to promote representativity (race, gender & disability). The candidature of persons whose
transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representativity will receive preference.

APPLICATIONS : Applications can be e-mailed to: jobs@dhs.gov.za (please attach your
application as one (1) document on the e-mail)

CLOSING DATE : 12 June 2026 at 16h00

NOTE : Please note that your personal information will be collected for the purposes of
the recruitment process only. By populating the Z83 form you are consenting
to the processing of your personal information. It will be expected from the
selected candidates to be available for the interviews on a date, time and place
as determined by the Department of Human Settlements. Applicants must note
that further checks will be conducted once they are short-listed and that their
appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include
security clearance, qualification verification and criminal records. If you apply
for more than one position in the Department, please submit separate
application forms for each post. Applications must be submitted on a new Z83
form, obtainable from the Department of Public Service and Administration’s
website or any Public Service department and must be accompanied by a
detailed CV. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified
documents on or before the day of interview/s as directed by the Human
Resources representative. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign
qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).
Failure to submit the required documents will result in your application not
being considered. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates
only. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two preentry 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. Please note that the allinclusive remuneration package consists of a basic salary, the state’s
contribution to the Government Employee’s Fund and a flexible portion in terms
of applicable rules. As of 1st July 2006, all new appointments in the public
service must be part of the Government Employee Medical Scheme (GEMS)
to qualify for a Government Medical Subsidy. If you have not been contacted
within four (4) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please
accept that your application was unsuccessful. The Department of Human
Settlements reserves the right to cancel the filling/ not to fill a vacancy that was
advertised during any stage of the recruitment process.

POST 18/70 : PARTLIAMENT AND CABINET SUPPORT OFFICER REF NO:
DOHS/01/2026

Re-Advertisement. Candidates Who Previously Apply, Should Re-Apply.
SALARY : R932 292.per annum (Level 11) (all-inclusive salary package)
CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : Matric/ Grade 12 or equivalent, Advanced Diploma/ Degree in Public
Administration/ Management or any other relevant qualification (NQF level 7
as recognized by SAQA). 3 – 5 years’ experience at entry level management
(Assistant Director/ Middle management level). Knowledge of Ministry
operations will be an added advantage. Computer Literacy as well as good
communication skills (both written and verbal) is essential. Proven
management competencies. Broad knowledge and understanding of the
functional areas covered by the Minister’s portfolio. Working knowledge of the
political and parliamentary process in South Africa. Proven Policy analysis and
development experience. In addition, applicants must have good planning,
resource management skills, be a team player, able to work under pressure
and be willing to travel.

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for: Monitoring events in the
Parliament/ the legislature to identify matters that have a bearing on the
portfolio of the Minister. Monitor events in Cabinet/ Executive Council to identify
matters that have a bearing on the portfolio of the Minister. Render an efficient
and effective Parliament service. Co-ordinate and control movements between
the Pretoria and Cape Town Offices and Parliamentary sessions (where
applicable). Knowledge of the relevant Public Service and departmental
prescripts/ policies and other documents to ensure that the application thereof
is understood correctly.

ENQUIRIES : Mr L Manyama Tel No: (012) 444-9118
NOTE : Female candidates and People with disabilities are encouraged to apply

POST 18/71 : ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT AND CO-ORDINATION OFFICER REF NO: DOHS/02/2026

Re-Advertisement. Candidates Who Previously Apply, Should Re-Apply.
SALARY : R932 292.per annum (Level 11) (all-inclusive salary package).
CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : Matric/ Grade 12 or equivalent, Advanced Diploma/ Degree in Public
Administration/ Management or any other relevant qualification (NQF level 7
as recognized by SAQA). 3 – 5 years’ experience at entry level management
(Assistant Director / Middle management level). Knowledge of Ministry
operations will be an added advantage. Computer Literacy as well as good
communication skills (both written and verbal) is essential. Broad knowledge
and understanding of the functional areas covered by the Minister’s portfolio.
Working knowledge of the political and parliamentary process in South Africa.
Proven Policy analysis and development experience. In addition, applicants
must have good planning, resource management skills, be a team player, able
to work under pressure and be willing to travel.

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for: Managing the administrative
and co-ordination activities within the office of the executive authority. Liaising
with internal and external role players with regard to matters relating to the
portfolio of the executive authority. Render a Cabinet/executive council support
service to the executive authority. Supervise employees.

ENQUIRIES : Mr L Manyama (012) 444-9118
NOTE : Female candidates and People with disabilities are encouraged to apply

We wish you all the best with your applications