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Free State Provincial Legislature (FSL) invites applications
from suitable, qualified, and competent candidates for the
following vacant positions:
DIRECTOR LEGISLATION AND OVERSIGHT
POST: DIRECTOR LEGISLATION AND OVERSIGHT
REFERENCE NO.: 02/2026
SALARY GRADE: 19
BASIC SALARY PER ANNUM: R1 688 614 (EXCLUDING BENEFITS
- PROVIDENT FUND, HOUSING, MEDICAL AID, CAR ALLOWANCE &
13TH CHEQUE)
Purpose of the post: To oversee, manage and direct sound
administration of all committees of the Legislature, library and
archiving services, the NCOP office and the Research section, and
to continuously monitor the processes of the Directorate in line
with the vision and mission of the Free State Legislature.
Minimum requirements: A relevant four (4) year degree/Honours
degree/postgraduate diploma (NQF Level 8) in Law, Public
Administration or an equivalent field. Three (3) years’ relevant
public administration and/or law experience, including experience
at a management level. Sound knowledge of the Standing Rules
and Orders, parliamentary/legislative processes and the Public
Finance Management Act. A valid driver’s license.
Competencies: Strategic capability and leadership. Sound
knowledge of legislative and parliamentary procedure. People
management and empowerment. Programme and project
management. Financial management. Change management.
Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills. High
level of integrity and confidentiality.
Key performance areas: Manage and coordinate the operational
activities of the Directorate, including its strategic plan and internal
operational procedures. Monitor and evaluate the efficiency of the
FSL committee system, and the application of the Standing Rules
and Orders relating to committees and the NCOP, making
recommendations as required. Provide procedural and
administrative support to House, Portfolio and Select Committees
as assigned. Manage and evaluate the rendering of professional
research services to Members and employees of the Legislature.
Manage the functionality of the NCOP Section in both the
Bloemfontein and Cape Town offices. Manage the production and
distribution of procedural documents, including tabling, order
papers, Speaker’s orders and minutes of proceedings, and render
table duties during sittings. Liaise with the Office of the Legal
Advisor on legal aspects of committee reports and produce
documentation on resolutions of the Legislature on behalf of the
Secretary to the Legislature. Convene the weekly communication
structure coordinating the legislative programme among
stakeholders and provide administrative support to the
Chairpersons’ Panel. Develop, implement and monitor
comprehensive library and archiving services, liaising with the
Deputy Speaker on related sub-committee activities. Ensure
Directorate compliance with financial guidelines, including the
Financial Management of Parliament and Provincial Legislatures Act
10 of 2009, and provide input into the annual budget process.
Manage staff within the Directorate, including recruitment,
performance management, training and labour relations. Represent
the FSL at relevant provincial, national and international forums,
including the Joint Management Forum and Bargaining Chamber.
DIRECTOR HUMAN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT
POST: DIRECTOR HUMAN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT
REFERENCE NO.: 03/2026
SALARY GRADE: 18
BASIC SALARY PER ANNUM: R1 495 624 (EXCLUDING BENEFITS
- PROVIDENT FUND, HOUSING, MEDICAL AID, CAR ALLOWANCE &
13TH CHEQUE)
Purpose of the post: To render a comprehensive human resource
service to the Free State Legislature by reviewing the effectiveness
of the organisational structure and recommending changes and
improvements through human resource interventions, in order to promote overall efficiency and effectiveness of the Free State
Legislature.
Minimum requirements: A relevant postgraduate degree (NQF
Level 8) in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology,
Public Administration or an equivalent field. A minimum of three (3)
years’ relevant experience in Human Resources Management, of
which at least two (2) years must have been at a senior/middle
management level. Sound knowledge of applicable labour
legislation, including the Employment Equity Act, Labour Relations
Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act and Public Service
prescripts. A valid driver’s license.
Competencies: Strategic capability and leadership. People
management and empowerment. Programme and project
management. Financial management. Change management.
Excellent communication (written and verbal), negotiation and
interpersonal skills. High level of integrity and confidentiality.
Key performance areas: Oversee the development and
implementation of HR policies, procedures and the salary
administration process. Oversee recruitment and selection, job
description development and the induction programme. Manage
performance management, training and development, and career
pathing initiatives. Establish and maintain effective labour
relations, including grievance handling and compliance with
recognition agreements. Manage employee wellness and corporate
social responsibility programmes. Assist with the preparation and
implementation of the EE Plan and statutory reporting to the
Department of Employment and Labour. Manage the human capital
budget and provide cost tracking, variance reporting and budget
recommendations. Manage staff within the Human Capital
component and ensure compliance with all relevant HR and FSL
policies and procedures. Represent the FSL at relevant provincial,
national and international forums, including the Joint Management
Forum and Bargaining Chamber.
DIRECTOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION AND EDUCATION
POST: DIRECTOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION AND EDUCATION
REFERENCE NO.: 04/2026
SALARY GRADE: 18
BASIC SALARY PER ANNUM: R1 495 624 (EXCLUDING BENEFITS
- PROVIDENT FUND, HOUSING, MEDICAL AID, CAR ALLOWANCE &
13TH CHEQUE)
Purpose of the post: To effectively manage and coordinate the
overall operational functioning of the Free State Legislature’s Public
Participation and Education projects, through the provision and
creation of relevant platforms for all stakeholders, including
members of the public, to be represented and/or participate in
relevant forums.
Minimum requirements: A relevant three-year degree in
Communications, Public Relations, Political Science, Education, or
an equivalent field. Three (3) years’ relevant experience within a
similar political environment, of which at least two (2) years must
have been at a managerial level. Sound knowledge of the
Promotion of Access to Information Act, parliamentary protocol and
public participation principles. A valid driver’s license.
Competencies: Strategic capability and leadership. Strong media
liaison, public relations and stakeholder management skills. People
management and empowerment. Programme and project
management. Financial management. Change management.
Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills. High
level of integrity and confidentiality.
Key performance areas: Coordinate major Legislature activities
and events, including the Premier’s State of the Province Address,
the Official Opening of the Legislature, the Speaker’s Forum and
the Chief Whips Forum. Represent the FSL on the National Public
Participation, Communication and Petitions Forum and other
provincial, national and inter-legislature communication and public
participation structures. Manage media liaison and advisory
services, including official press statements, briefings and
conferences. Drive community education on democratic principles,the Constitution, nation-building and national cohesion, including
engagement with schools and institutions of higher learning. Draft
and implement the Directorate’s strategic plan, and coordinate and
manage public awareness, outreach and participation programmes.
Ensure adherence to parliamentary protocol and general
parliamentary operations. Serve as Deputy Chief Information
Officer in terms of the Promotion of Access to Information Act.
Prepare and manage the Directorate’s budget, cost tracking and
variance reporting, and approve related expenditure within the
area of control. Manage staff within the Directorate, including
recruitment, performance management, training and labour
relations.
DIRECTOR INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT SERVICES
POST: DIRECTOR INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT SERVICES
REFERENCE NO.: 05/2026
SALARY GRADE: 17
BASIC SALARY PER ANNUM: R1 292 001 (EXCLUDING BENEFITS
- PROVIDENT FUND, HOUSING, MEDICAL AID, CAR ALLOWANCE &
13TH CHEQUE)
Purpose of the post: To render comprehensive Information
Technology, Support Services and Household Services to the Free
State Legislature through the development and implementation of
effective policies and procedures.
Minimum requirements: A relevant four (4) year Degree in Office
Management or an equivalent field. Three (3) years’ relevant
experience in Office Management, including experience at a
management level. Strong communication skills, both written and
verbal. Sound knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act
and applicable ICT, administrative and household services policies
and procedures. A valid driver’s license.
Competencies: Strategic capability and leadership. Sound
knowledge of ICT systems and information management principles.
People management and empowerment. Programme and project
management. Financial management. Change management.
Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills. High
level of integrity and confidentiality.
Key performance areas: Ensure effective and efficient
information management services, including IT hardware and
software provisioning and maintenance of high data integrity
standards. Control institutional administrative support, ergonomics
and household services to the Legislature. Oversee the efficient
administration and coordination of Members’ salaries, interests,
benefits and related support services. Develop, implement and
monitor internal operational procedures and the Directorate’s
strategic plan. Manage all employee administrative matters,
including leave, overtime and internal record-keeping, ensuring
compliance with administrative policies and labour legislation.
Ensure Directorate compliance with financial guidelines and
policies, including the Public Finance Management Act, and provide
input into the annual budget process. Ensure optimal safekeeping
and utilisation of equipment, stock and resources, and coordinate
internal auditing of operational matters with financial implications.
Manage staff within the Directorate, including recruitment,
performance management, training and labour relations. Represent
the FSL at relevant provincial, national and international forums,
including the Joint Management Forum and Bargaining Chamber.
Report monthly on Directorate activities and provide
recommendations to the Deputy Secretary.
HANSARD EDITOR
POST: HANSARD EDITOR
REFERENCE NO.: 06/2026
SALARY GRADE: 17
BASIC SALARY PER ANNUM: R1 292 001 (EXCLUDING BENEFITS
- PROVIDENT FUND, HOUSING, MEDICAL AID, CAR ALLOWANCE &
13TH CHEQUE)
Purpose of the post: To render efficient and effective language
and related services to the Free State Legislature in the three
official languages of the Province – Sesotho, Afrikaans and English as well as any other official language of the Republic, and to
manage the Hansard Directorate in the production of accurate,
timeous parliamentary records.
Minimum requirements: A relevant three (3) year Degree in
Languages, Linguistics, Journalism, Publishing or an equivalent
field. Up to eight (8) years’ relevant experience in a Hansard,
editorial, language services, translation or interpretation
environment, including experience at a management level.
Proficiency in Sesotho, Afrikaans and English; knowledge of Sign
Language services will be an added advantage. Sound knowledge
of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, particularly
Section 6, and the Provincial Language Policy. A valid driver’s
license.
Competencies: Strategic capability and leadership. Excellent
command of Sesotho, Afrikaans and English, with strong editorial
and language proficiency. People management and empowerment.
Programme and project management. Financial management.
Change management. Excellent communication, negotiation and
interpersonal skills. High level of accuracy, integrity and
confidentiality.
Key performance areas: Manage the Hansard Directorate,
including development and implementation of internal operational
procedures and compliance monitoring. Develop, implement,
monitor and evaluate the FSL’s language policy for translation,
interpretation and sign language services. Manage the recording,
transcription, sub-editing and approval of verbatim speeches and
Hansard texts within defined turnaround times. Oversee Hansard
layout, design, printing and distribution, and liaise with service
providers and Members regarding effective distribution. Lead
language planning for the province, including the dispatch of
language practitioners and facilitation of fair communication
between the public and MPLs during public hearings. Manage staff
within the Directorate, including recruitment, performance
management, training and labour relations. Prepare and manage
the Directorate’s budget, cost tracking and variance reporting, and
approve related expenditure within the area of control. Draw and
implement the Directorate’s Annual Performance and Strategic
Plan, and report monthly to the Deputy Secretary. Represent the
Directorate and the FSL at relevant national and international
forums.
SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS AND SUPPORTING
DOCUMENTATION:
Kindly note that the submitted applications should include a cover
letter, curriculum vitae, original certified copies of qualifications (a
transcript of results must be attached), driver’s license and identity
document. Applicants are respectfully informed that if no
response/notification of appointment is received within 3 months of
the closing date, they must accept that their application was
unsuccessful. The Legislature reserves the right not to make
appointments for the advertised position.
All applications must be submitted to: Ground floor HR
dropbox (entrance of the Legislature), Southern Life Plaza Building,
41 Charlotte Maxeke Street, Bloemfontein.
Enquiries: Director Strategy and Risk Management, Mr. Maroele
Seruoe – Tel 051 407 1204 Acting Manager Human Capital
Management, Ms. Angela Segobo – Tel 051 407 1106
Free State Legislature is an employer that believes in equal
opportunity and affirmative action. It is the intention of the
Legislature to consider equity targets when filling these positions.
CLOSING DATE: 16th October 2026
Ms. M.L SEFO
ACTING SECRETARY TO THE LEGISLATURE
We wish you all the best with your applications
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