Deputy Director: International Relations & APRM: Polokwane (Directorate: International Relations and African Peer Review Mechanism) at Limpopo Office of the Premier

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful candidate will be required to:

• Consolidate and promote the African agenda by forging and maintain relations between Limpopo and Provinces in  SADC countries and further optimizing opportunities presented in the continent of South Africa and further afield.
• Monitor implementation of the memorandum of understanding.
• Co-ordinate international visits and update the database of international missions.

Prerequisites
REQUIREMENTS:

• A National Senior Certificate / equivalent plus an appropriate undergraduate qualification (NQF level 6) in International Relations/ Political Science/ Economics or an equivalent qualification in the relevant field / area as recognized by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience within IR / APRM of which three (03) years’ experience must have been at an Assistant Director / Junior Management level.
• A valid driver’s license except for people with disabilities.

Person Profile
COMPETENCIES:

• Strategic Capability and Leadership, People Management and Empowerment, Financial Management, Programme and Project Management, Negotiation skills, Ability to conduct Research, Time Management, Strategic planning, Policy analysis and development, Interpersonal skills, Group dynamics, Diversity management, Facilitation skills, Co-ordination skills, Leadership skills, Change and knowledge management.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Sound an in-depth knowledge of relevant prescripts, application of International Relations as well as an understanding of the South African Foreign policy, ability to work under pressure and irregular hours, Public Service Act, working knowledge of PFMA. Innovative and independent thinker and clear understanding of multilateral institutions such as UN, AU, SADC, SACU, and NAM.

Closing Date: 1 March 2026