Job Openings at Mpumalanga Office of the Premier

MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Experience in the field of Human Resource Management, as well as computer literacy will be an added advantage. Good interpersonal, as well as written and verbal communication skills. A team player with basic management skills, sound interpersonal relations and numerical skills. Problem solving skills. Sound organising and planning skills. Customer orientation and leadership abilities. 

REQUIREMENTS

• A National Diploma in Human Resource Management/ Public Management (NQF Level 6) or any related fields. 

DUTIES

• Handle employment applications • Implement the resolutions and decisions made by the Accounting Officer/ Delegate regarding the movement and utilization of staff • Maintain and implement the organizational establishment on the Persal System • Provide assistance and informed advice on Human Resource Information. 

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Practical knowledge of Government logistics and disposal management processes.
• Sound interpersonal and communication skills and computer literacy is highly recommended

REQUIREMENTS

• A National Diploma in Accountancy or Financial Management (NQF Level 6) or any related fields. 

DUTIES

• Support officials to apply for access cards 
• Facilitate the connection of officials to telephone lines
• Facilitate the payment of telephone accounts of the Office of the Premier 
• File asset documentation and system reports
• Administer the maintenance of the building
• Administer the verification of assets. 

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of Filing system and job evaluation, Record keeping/management, LOGIS and Administration activities. Good Organisation and coordination skills, Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Communication/telephone etiquette, Report/memoranda writing, Interpersonal Skills and Filing system.

REQUIREMENTS

• An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma in Public Administration/Management (NQF Level 6).
• Three (3) years’ experience in administration environment. 

DUTIES

• Manage and maintain Organisational Design and Job Evaluation records (manually and electronically)
• Handle correspondences within the Unit and make follow-ups
• Handle logistical matters of the Unit
• Provide secretariat services to the Provincial Job Evaluation Panel.

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Administrative competencies and specialized knowledge in Occupational Health and Safety Act (85 of 1993) and related regulations.
• Understanding of Public Service OHS policies and procedures, Procurement Procedures, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and Emergency procedures.

REQUIREMENTS

• An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management, Environmental Health, (NQF Level 6).
• Three (3) years’ experience in an administrative or OHS support role, preferably within the public service environment. 

DUTIES

• Maintain and update OHS records, incident reports, inspection checklists, and training registers
• Coordinate OHS Committee meetings, prepare agendas, take minutes, and track action items
• Provide support scheduling of workplace inspections, risk assessments, and emergency drills
• Provide support on OHS awareness campaigns and wellness programs.

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REQUIREMENTS

• An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Accounting or Public Administration (NQF level 6). Knowledge and experience in Supply Chain Management and Stores Management.  

DUTIES

• Provide support for asset disposal processes
• Ensure all disposal activities are fully documented, properly filed, and recorded accurately in the asset register
• Update and archive disposal registers and related documentation promptly
• Provide support on compliance and documentation control
• Compile and submit standard reports on asset status and disposal progress
• Gather and organize necessary data and information to support internal and external audits. Process and capture requisitions
• Check all requisition forms for completeness and accuracy against departmental policies before processing 
• Ensure requested items comply with internal purchasing rules; flag and return non-compliant requests for adjustment
• Accurately update the status of requisitions in the administration system 
• Record the approver’s name and date of approval for audit purposes. 

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Ability to work with figures. Practical knowledge of government logistics and disposal management processes, PFMA, PSR 2016, PPPFA and SCM prescripts. Sound interpersonal, Conflict Management and communication skills. Computer literacy is recommended.

REQUIREMENTS

• An appropriate Bachelor’s of Commerce Degree or National Diploma in Accounting /Finance or Supply Chain Management (NQF level 6). Three (3) years’ experience in Supply Chain Management Environment. 

DUTIES

• Receive and distribute new assets
• Administer assets and asset register
• Administer the disposal of assets
• Administer asset verification.

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

Practical knowledge of government expenditures procedures, PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Financial directives and procedures, Financial Systems (Logis and BAS), Accounting procedure and Computer Literacy. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Expenditure administration and management will be an added advantage. 

REQUIREMENTS

• An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma in Accounting or Financial Management (NQF Level 6). A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in Expenditure or Financial Management field

DUTIES

• Manage and administer the processing of payments
• Safeguarding of payment vouchers and oversee (manage) adherence to internal controls processes and procedures
• liaise with suppliers of goods and services
• manage staff 
• Establish and maintain the expenditure risk factors.

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of PFMA, Financial directives and procedures, Basic Accounting System (BAS) and other financial systems (LOGIS, PERSAL, etc.).
• Accounting procedure and Computer Literacy. Practical Knowledge and experience in Revenue and Bookkeeping.
• Sound interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work independently and under pressure.

REQUIREMENTS

• An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree/ National Diploma in Accounting or Financial Management (NQF Level 6). Three (3) years’ experience in revenue management, bookkeeping, or financial accounting. 

DUTIES

• Receive, record and collect revenue through sources of revenue
• Cash Management
• Render debts management services
• Prepare revenue reports, ledgers accounts, bank reconciliation, trial balance and prepare financial statements
• Provide support to the internal and external auditors.

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• knowledge of filing systems (manual and computerized), document life cycle management (creation, storage, retrieval, disposal), archival procedures, and the relevant national archives and records management prescripts.

REQUIREMENTS

• An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma in Archives and Records Management / Information Science /Public Management (NQF Level 6). 
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in Records Management.  

DUTIES

• Monitor incoming and outgoing correspondence in the registry
• Supervise auxiliary services personnel 
• Administer maintenance of registry equipment
• Supervise the flow of correspondence 
• Render administrative support services.

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of legislative prescripts governing the Public Service. Thorough knowledge with regard to the Management of Recruitment and Utilisation within the Public Service will be required and Persal would be an added advantage. Analysis and basic research skills as well as computer literacy. People management and problem solving skills.

REQUIREMENTS

• A National Diploma in Human Resource Management/ Public Management (NQF Level 6) or any related fields. 
• A minimum of three (3) years relevant experience in Human Resource Management preferably in Recruitment and Utilisation within the Public Service.

DUTIES

• Prepare submissions on movement of staff
• Prepare and issue letters of the affected staff members
• Implement approved resolutions and decisions on the system
• Conduct exit interviews • Persal report on created and abolished posts/units
• Advice and withdraw information from the Persal system for internal and external matters
• Provide assistance in complying OTP’s Employment Equity report.

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Drafting of Provincial legislation, legal opinions and interpretation of legislation. Strategic capability and leadership, financial management, change management, knowledge management, People management and empowerment, programme and project management, service delivery innovations, communication, client orientation and customer focus, problem solving and analysis.

REQUIREMENTS

• A degree in LLB or 4 year recognized legal qualification.
• Admission as an Advocate or Attorney.  At least eight (8) years' appropriate post qualification litigation/advisory experience.
• A postgraduate qualification will be an advantage; Knowledge of particular aspects of the Law; Knowledge and understanding of Constitutional Law, Human Rights and the Constitution of South Africa, practical experience in drafting of Bills; Knowledge of Public Service, Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations.

Skills and competences:

• Legal Research and drafting; Dispute resolution; Analytical thinking; Communication skills (written and verbal); Presentation and facilitation skills; Financial management skills; Computer literacy; Strategic planning capabilities and Leadership skills.
• Ability to work as a team, individual and under pressure. 

DUTIES

• Provision of legal advice and furnishing of oral and written legal opinions and assistance to the Mpumalanga Provincial Government
• Being responsible for the drafting of Provincial legislation and on a continuous basis, for the rationalization of Provincial laws, including old order legislation
• Draft employment contracts, service level agreements, memoranda, letters and any other documents with legal bearing 
• Formulate, and scrutinize Provincial legislation, including subordinate legislation, i.e. Proclamations, Regulations, etc.
• Certify internal documents
• Making inputs concerning policy formulation and implementation, and preparing comments on draft Bills and policies of National Departments 
• Management of risks as identified in respect of the Legal Advisory Services.

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of Planning and Organising Skills, Graphic Design programmes, Communication, Report writing, Decision-making and Problem solving skills, Work under pressure.

REQUIREMENTS

• A National Diploma in Graphic Design (NQF level 6).
• A minimum of three (3) years relevant experience in graphic design environment. 

DUTIES

• Render graphic design to the Provincial Publications (External and Internal Newsletters), in line with Corporate Identity guidelines •
• Conceptualise information material for publication
• Liaise with service providers for quality assurance on printed material
• Prepare technical electronic documents and images for printers
• Develop publication schedules and specifications. 

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of Audio-visuals equipment, understanding of editing programmes and softwares. Practical understanding of Multimedia use and understanding of copyright laws. Planning and organising skills, communication, report writing, decision-making, problem solving skills and ability to work under pressure.

REQUIREMENTS

• A National Diploma in Videography or TV/Video Production or Film Production (NQF Level 6) or any related fields.
• A minimum of three (3) years relevant experience in the Video production environment. 

DUTIES

• Render Photographic and Video services in support of Provincial Government and Premier’s Office activities
• Provide editing services for recorded production through high-tech software programmes
• Develop and execute creative concepts that effectively communicate key messages through visuals and content
• Develop and manage audio-visual archives • Render administrative support for projects.

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of PERSAL, Public Finance Management Act, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Treasury Regulations and Financial Manual.

Job Summary

Reference No.: AD-MPAC/OTP/26

Published On: Tue, 3 February 2026

Closing Date: Fri, 27 February 2026

More Details

Additional Information.

REQUIREMENTS

• A National Diploma in Commerce or Accounting (NQF level 6) or any related fields. 
• A minimum of three (3) years relevant experience in Salary and Payroll Management as a State Account. 

DUTIES

• Co-ordinating and monitoring of progress on reconciliation of PERSAL ledger, accounts and clearing of PERSAL exceptions
• Administering of payment of salaries to staff
• Administering payment of allowances 
• Administering and advising on medical aid matters of staff
• Identifying and recovering of overpayment/ debts
• Dealing with monthly/ yearly tax returns and liaise with The South African Revenue Services
• Providing of an informed advice on salary matters 
• Approving and authorizing of PERSAL transactions.

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of Public Sector Risk Management Framework, Company of Sponsoring Organisations (COSO) Framework, King IV on Risk Management and Chapter 2 of Public Service Regulations, 2016. Ethics in the Public Service Course/Certificate.

REQUIREMENTS

• A National Diploma in Internal Audit/ Risk Management/ Accounting (NQF level 6) or any related fields. A minimum of three (3) years relevant experience in Risk Management/ Auditing/ Financial Management.

DUTIES

• Drive the implementation of ethics and risk management policies and strategy of the Office of the Premier
• Conduct risk assessment and review
• Provide regular updating of the risk registers
• Monitor progress in mitigation and management of risks
• Monitor and evaluate the implementation of the Ethics & Risk Management Plan, including the Fraud Prevention Plan
• Render secretarial role to the Ethics & Risks Management Committee.

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of legislative prescripts Governing the Public Service, PERSAL System, E-Leave Management, Procedure manual and process, Recruitment toolkit, Establishment, POPIA and PAIA. Thorough knowledge with regard to the Management of Recruitment and Utilisation within the Public Service will be required. Computer, interpersonal relations, organising, analysis and basic research skills. People management skills, problem solving, listening and report writing skills. 

REQUIREMENTS

• An appropriate National Diploma or equivalent NQF 6 in Human Resource Management/Public Management (NQF level 6) or any related fields. 
• A minimum of three (3) years relevant experience in Human Resource Management at a Supervisory Level (HR Practitioner) within the Public Service. Knowledge of PERSAL System. Computer literacy will be an added advantage.

DUTIES

• Co-ordinate the implementation of the recruitment, selection and appointment processes
• Manage the implementation of promotions, change rank and transfer processes
• Establish and maintain staff database
• Render administrative support services
• Provide advice on restructuring of packages
• Handle audit queries
• Provide administrative support services.

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

Strong research and analytical skills; knowledge of governance and institutional performance frameworks; governance sector policy analysis and formulation; Comprehensive report writing and data interpretation; Project management and coordination; Stakeholder engagement and coordination; Knowledge management; Financial management; People management and empowerment Service delivery innovations; Ethical conduct and attention to detail.

REQUIREMENTS

• An appropriate Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (NQF level 7) in Public Administration, Political Science, Development Studies, Policy Development, Governance, Local Government or relevant field. A post-graduate Degree/ (Honours or Master’s) will be an added advantage. 
• A minimum of three (3) years relevant experience in research, policy development or monitoring and evaluation. Competency and experience in effective communication (written and verbal). Advanced computer skills.
• Willingness to work beyond working hours.
• Ability to work under tight schedule.

DUTIES

• Conduct research on service delivery relating to local government and provincial government
• Coordinate and conduct research focusing on the Governance Cluster Departments (which include departments such as Co-operative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs, Community Safety, Security and Liaison, Provincial Treasury and Office of the Premier) 
• Analyse and monitor performance of governance cluster departmental projects and service delivery
• Provide synthesis on service delivery programmes and projects for the governance cluster departments to inform decision making and planning purposes
• Provide methodological guidance and technical support to department conducting social research
• Liaise with sector departments in the governance cluster and local municipalities on research related issues
• Support preparation of strategic publications and knowledge sharing sessions governance issues

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Strong economic and analytical skills; Research methodology and statistical analysis; Knowledge of macro and microeconomic policy issues; Comprehensive report writing and data interpretation; Project management and coordination; Stakeholder engagement and coordination; Knowledge management; Financial management; People management and empowerment Service delivery innovations; Ethical conduct and attention to detail.

REQUIREMENTS

• An appropriate Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (NQF Level 7) in Economics, Financial Management, Auditing, Agricultural Management or Business Science.
• A post-graduate Degree (Honours or Master’s) in Economics, Financial Management, and Business Science will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of three (3) years relevant working experience in research, policy development or monitoring and evaluation.
• Competency and experience in effective communication (written and verbal). Advanced computer skills. Willingness to work beyond working hours.
• Ability to work under tight schedule.

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Research Design and analytical skills; Knowledge of social sector policy frameworks; Policy analysis and report writing; Strategic capabilities and systems thinking; Programme and project management; Financial management; People management and empowerment; Service delivery innovations; Client orientation and customer focus; Problem solving and attention to detail.

REQUIREMENTS

• An appropriate Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (NQF Level 7) in Social Science, Development Studies, Policy Development, Public Policy, Population and Demography (NQF 7).
• A post-graduate Degree (Honours or Master) in Social Sciences, Public Policy, Policy Development, Development Studies, Population and Demography will be an added advantage. 
• A minimum of three (3) years relevant working experience in research, policy development or monitoring and evaluation.
• Competency and experience in effective communication (written and verbal). Advanced computer skills.
• Willingness to work beyond working hours.
• Ability to work under tight schedule.

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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving, Research design and data interpretation; Comprehensive report writing, Strategic capabilities and leadership; Programme and project management; Knowledge management; Financial management; People management and empowerment; Service delivery innovations; Client orientation and customer focus; Problem solving and analysis; Communications; and Familiarity with relevant Provincial policies and priorities.

REQUIREMENTS

• An appropriate Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (NQF Level 7) in Engineering, Quantity Surveyor, Architecture, Construction Studies or Town and Regional Planning or any related fields.
• A post-graduate Degree (NQF 8) on the Built Environment Qualifications will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of three (3) years relevant experience in research, policy development or service delivery analysis. Competency and experience in effective communication (written and verbal). Advanced computer skills. Willingness to work beyond working hours. Ability to work under tight schedule.