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  • Posted: Aug 5, 2026
    Deadline: Aug 14, 2026
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  • The Parliament of South Africa is a bicameral legislature consisting of the National Assembly and the National Council of Provinces, responsible for making laws, overseeing government actions, and representing the people and provinces.
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    Content Advisor – Joint Standing Committee on Defence (IRC8777)

    Your key responsibilities will be:

    • Facilitate Committee strategic and operational planning, performance monitoring and evaluation
    • Support the development, implementation and monitoring of Committee strategic and operational plans and performance commitments.

    Provide Committee support with regards to:

    • Strategic, Policy and Advisory Support to Committees - Provide strategic, policy and advisory support through research, analysis and briefing documentation.
    • Oversight of Executive Action - Support oversight processes through analysis of departmental performance, reports and Executive responses.
    • Legislation - Support the processing and analysis of Bills, legislative frameworks and stakeholder submissions.
    • Public Participation and Stakeholder Engagement - Coordinate and support public participation and stakeholder engagement processes.
    • Statutory appointments - Provide procedural and administrative support for statutory appointment processes.
    • International participation - Support international engagements, study tours and inter-parliamentary activities of the Committee.
    • Quality assures committee records and reports - Review and quality assure Committee reports, minutes and related documentation for accuracy and compliance.
    • Committee Budgeting: Preparation of the budget, in line with the Committee APP and the Parliamentary budgetary process - Support the preparation and monitoring of the Committee budget in line with the APP and Parliamentary processes.

    To qualify, you must have a minimum of:

    • Masters degree in Military Sciences, Security Studies or a related field, and five (5) years’ experience in research, content analysis or advisory work, with demonstrated knowledge of national and international policy and legal frameworks in the defence, safety and security sectors. THIS POST IS SUBJECT TO A SIX-MONTH PROBARION PERIOD.

    You must also demonstrate:

    • Sound research, analytical and policy analysis skills.
    • In-depth knowledge of the defence, military and national security sectors and their interrelatedness.
    • Proven ability to analyse, synthesise and critically evaluate complex information.
    • Knowledge of parliamentary policies, procedures and governance systems.
    • Strategic and operational planning skills.
    • Project management skills.
    • Analytical and critical thinking skills.
    • Creative problem-solving skills.
    • Budget and financial analysis skills.
    • Proven organisational and administrative skills.
    • Sound oral and written communication skills.
    • Computer literacy including MS Office packages.

    We are looking for people who have the following attributes:

    • Ability to operate effectively within a politically sensitive environment.
    • Good interpersonal and creative skills.
    • Ability to work in a team.
    • Ability to work under sustained pressure.
    • Stress Management.
    • Performance and output focused.
    • Willingness to work extraordinary working hours.

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    Content Advisor – Select Committee on Cooperative Governance and Public Administration (IRC8778)

    Your key responsibilities will be:

    • Facilitate Committee strategic and operational planning, performance monitoring and evaluation Support the development, implementation and monitoring of Committee strategic and operational plans and performance commitments.

    Provide Committee support with regards to:

    • Strategic, Policy and Advisory Support to Committees - Provide strategic, policy and advisory support through research, analysis and briefing documentation.
    • Oversight of Executive Action - Support oversight processes through analysis of departmental performance, reports and Executive responses.
    • Legislation - Support the processing and analysis of Bills, legislative frameworks and stakeholder submissions.
    • Public Participation and Stakeholder Engagement - Coordinate and support public participation and stakeholder engagement processes.
    • Statutory appointments - Provide procedural and administrative support for statutory appointment processes.
    • International participation - Support international engagements, study tours and inter-parliamentary activities of the Committee.
    • Quality assures committee records and reports - Review and quality assure Committee reports, minutes and related documentation for accuracy and compliance.
    • Committee Budgeting: Preparation of the budget, in line with the Committee APP and the Parliamentary budgetary process - Support the preparation and monitoring of the Committee budget in line with the APP and Parliamentary processes.

    To qualify, you must have a minimum of:

    • Master’s degree at NQF level 9 in Public Administration, Local Government or a related field, and five (5) years’ relevant experience in policy analysis, research, oversight and strategic advisory services supporting parliamentary, legislative or public sector governance processes.   THIS POST IS SUBJECT TO A SIX-MONTH PROBATION PERIOD.

    You must also demonstrate:

    • Strong research, policy analysis, and synthesis skills, particularly in legislative and strategic contexts.
    • Comprehensive knowledge of parliamentary policies, rules, procedures, and governance systems.
    • Strong capability in strategic and operational planning, performance monitoring, reporting, and project management.
    • Political awareness with the ability to operate effectively in a sensitive political environment.
    • Proven organisational and administrative skills, with a focus on quality assurance and attention to detail.
    • Strong stakeholder coordination and facilitation skills
    • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
    • Strong interpersonal skills and creativity, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team.
    • Proven ability to perform under sustained pressure and meet tight deadlines.
    • High computer literacy, including proficiency in MS Office, Internet, and Outlook.
    • Effective self-management, including stress management skills.
    • Excellent inter and intrapersonal skills

    We are looking for people who have the following attributes:

    • Leadership ability
    • Collaboration and teamwork
    • Agility and responsiveness
    • Focused on delivering results and meeting expectations
    • Good networking abilities
    • Analysis and problem-solving ability
    • Systems thinking
    • Curiosity and organisational awareness
    • Innovative and easily adapts to change
    • Learning focused
    • Tact and diplomacy

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    Content Advisor – Portfolio Committee on the Presidency (IRC8775)

    Your key responsibilities will be:

    • Facilitate Committee strategic and operational planning, performance monitoring and evaluation Support the development, implementation and monitoring of Committee strategic and operational plans and performance commitments.

    Provide Committee support with regards to:

    • Strategic, Policy and Advisory Support to Committees - Provide strategic, policy and advisory support through research, analysis and briefing documentation.
    • Oversight of Executive Action - Support oversight processes through analysis of departmental performance, reports and Executive responses.
    • Legislation - Support the processing and analysis of Bills, legislative frameworks and stakeholder submissions.
    • Public Participation and Stakeholder Engagement - Coordinate and support public participation and stakeholder engagement processes.
    • Statutory appointments - Provide procedural and administrative support for statutory appointment processes.
    • International participation - Support international engagements, study tours and inter-parliamentary activities of the Committee.
    • Quality assures committee records and reports - Review and quality assure Committee reports, minutes and related documentation for accuracy and compliance.
    • Committee Budgeting: Preparation of the budget, in line with the Committee APP and the Parliamentary budgetary process - Support the preparation and monitoring of the Committee budget in line with the APP and Parliamentary processes.

    To qualify, you must have a minimum of:

    • Master’s degree (NQF level 9) in Public Administration, Public Policy, Economics, Law, Governance, or a related field; and five (5) years’ experience in policy analysis, research, or strategic advisory services within the public service, public administration, or a related governance environment. THIS POST IS SUBJECT TO A SIX-MONTH PROBATION PERIOD.

    You must also demonstrate:

    • Strong research, policy analysis, and synthesis skills, particularly in legislative and strategic contexts.
    • Comprehensive knowledge of parliamentary policies, rules, procedures, and governance systems.
    • Strong capability in strategic and operational planning, performance monitoring, reporting, and project management.
    • Political awareness with the ability to operate effectively in a sensitive political environment.
    • Proven organisational and administrative skills, with a focus on quality assurance and attention to detail.
    • Strong stakeholder coordination and facilitation skills.
    • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
    • Strong interpersonal skills and creativity, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team.
    • Proven ability to perform under sustained pressure and meet tight deadlines.
    • High computer literacy, including proficiency in MS Office, Internet, and Outlook.
    • Effective self-management, including stress management skills.
    • Excellent inter and intrapersonal skills

    We are looking for people who have the following attributes:

    • Leadership ability
    • Collaboration and teamwork
    • Agility and responsiveness
    • Focused on delivering results and meeting expectations
    • Good networking abilities
    • Analysis and problem-solving ability
    • Systems thinking
    • Curiosity and organisational awareness
    • Innovative and easily adapts to change
    • Learning focused
    • Tact and diplomacy

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    Content Advisor – Portfolio Committee on Executive Undertakings and Petitions (IRC8776)

    Your key responsibilities will be:

    • Facilitate Committee strategic and operational planning, performance monitoring and evaluation Support the development, implementation and monitoring of Committee strategic and operational plans and performance commitments.

    Provide Committee support with regards to:

    • Strategic, Policy and Advisory Support to Committees - Provide strategic, policy and advisory support through research, analysis and briefing documentation.
    • Oversight of Executive Action - Support oversight processes through analysis of departmental performance, reports and Executive responses.
    • Legislation - Support the processing and analysis of Bills, legislative frameworks and stakeholder submissions.
    • Public Participation and Stakeholder Engagement - Coordinate and support public participation and stakeholder engagement processes.
    • Statutory appointments - Provide procedural and administrative support for statutory appointment processes.
    • International participation - Support international engagements, study tours and inter-parliamentary activities of the Committee.
    • Quality assures committee records and reports - Review and quality assure Committee reports, minutes and related documentation for accuracy and compliance.
    • Committee Budgeting: Preparation of the budget, in line with the Committee APP and the Parliamentary budgetary process - Support the preparation and monitoring of the Committee budget in line with the APP and Parliamentary processes.

    To qualify, you must have a minimum of:

    • Master’s degree (NQF level 9) in Public Administration, Public Policy, Economics, Law, Governance, Developmental Studies or a related field; and five (5) years’ experience in policy analysis, research, or strategic advisory services within the public service, public administration, or a related governance environment. THIS POST IS SUBJECT TO A SIX-MONTH PROBATION PERIOD.

    You must also demonstrate:

    • Strong research, policy analysis, and synthesis skills, particularly in legislative and strategic contexts.
    • Comprehensive knowledge of parliamentary policies, rules, procedures, and governance systems.
    • Strong capability in strategic and operational planning, performance monitoring, reporting, and project management.
    • Political awareness with the ability to operate effectively in a sensitive political environment.
    • Proven organisational and administrative skills, with a focus on quality assurance and attention to detail.
    • Strong stakeholder coordination and facilitation skills.
    • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
    • Strong interpersonal skills and creativity, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team.
    • Proven ability to perform under sustained pressure and meet tight deadlines.
    • High computer literacy, including proficiency in MS Office, Internet, and Outlook.
    • Effective self-management, including stress management skills.
    • Excellent inter and intrapersonal skills

    We are looking for people who have the following attributes:

    • Leadership ability
    • Collaboration and teamwork
    • Agility and responsiveness
    • Focused on delivering results and meeting expectations
    • Good networking abilities
    • Analysis and problem-solving ability
    • Systems thinking
    • Curiosity and organisational awareness
    • Innovative and easily adapts to change
    • Learning focused
    • Tact and diplomacy

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