Deputy Director: International Relations REF NO: NWP/OOP/2026/37 at North West Office of the Premier

EQUIREMENTS :

• Three- years tertiary qualification in International Relations/ Political Sciences/Economics and/or related qualifications at NQF level 6 (NQF level and credits). 6 years’ experience in International Relations of which 3 years should be at Assistant Director level. A valid driver’s license.
• Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Knowledge of government prescripts and procedures, financial administration, PSA, PSR, PFMA, International law and policy and UN regulations and policies.
• Communication, Organisational skills, Project management and Events management. Application of International Relations as well as understanding of the South African foreign policy. Negotiation skills and change knowledge management. Understanding multilateral institutions such as the UN, AU, SADC, SACU and NAM. 

DUTIES :

• Facilitate international dialogue to strengthen relations on foreign investment. Coordinate the implementation of memorandums of understanding between the province and sister governments abroad.
• Consolidate and promote the African Agenda by forging and maintaining relations. Coordinating international projects and managing stakeholders. Coordinate international visits. Update the data base of international missions.