Deputy Director: Gender Focal Point

About the role

The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture is hiring a Deputy Director: Gender Focal Point, based in Pretoria. This is a permanent post, paying R932,292 a year. How to apply: Applicants must use this link below to access DSAC E-Recruitment System. https://erecruit.dsac.gov.za/public/login_test.php Hand delivery: Sealed envelope addressed to Chief Director: Human Resource Management and Development, Sechaba House, 202 Madiba Street, Pretoria Central. Postal mail to The Chief Director: Human Resource Management and Development, Private Bag X897, Pretoria, 0001. Reference number to quote: DSAC-01/10/2026 Closing date: 30 October 2026, 16:00 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage gender mainstreaming and transformation strategic plans, Champion gender equality and gender-responsive planning across the department, Provide advice on gender mainstreaming, transformation and diversity matters, Ensure implementation of national gender frameworks, policies and legislative prescripts, Manage the integration of gender perspectives into departmental strategic and operational plans, Oversee the maintenance of gender specialist networks and stakeholder partnerships database, Represent the Department in gender mainstreaming structures, forums, workshops and intergovernmental engagements, Prepare reports, speeches, presentations and briefing documents on gender mainstreaming and transformation matters, Facilitate awareness programmes on Gender Based Violence (GBV), sexual harassment, gender rights and diversity, Facilitate the implementation of departmental gender mainstreaming programmes and initiatives, Oversee the integration of gender mainstreaming policies, programmes and projects within the departmental, Manage and coordinate the capacity-building and awareness programmes within the Department, Monitor the implementation of interventions addressing crosscutting gender challenges and transformation priorities, Nominate and establish gender mainstreaming and transformation committees, Conduct gender audits and assessments to evaluate, Ensure implementation of transformation and diversity management initiatives within the Department, Facilitate the promotion of the integration of gender and transformation perspectives across departmental operations, Develop guidelines, tools and frameworks to support gender mainstreaming processes, Oversee the coordination of gender-related training and competence development programmes, Conduct research, benchmarking and project visits to identify challenges and opportunities across gender mainstreaming and transformation, Facilitate organisational transformation initiatives aimed at promoting equity, inclusion and diversity, Liaise with relevant stakeholders, institutions and government departments on women empowerment, gender equality and transformation initiatives, Promote collaboration with key gender institutions and relevant stakeholders, Coordinate and participate in national and international awareness campaigns and commemorative events, Oversee the promoting of inclusive and equitable workplace culture through advocacy and awareness initiatives, Coordinate the implementation of programmes relating to Women’s Month, GBVF, Human Rights, Disability Rights and related campaigns, Facilitate awareness sessions on gender rights, diversity, inclusion and workplace transformation, Coordinate communication and advocacy initiatives supporting departmental priorities, Provide input into strategic operational planning of the directorate, Coordinate the development, review and implementation of gender mainstreaming and transformation policies, Ensure departmental policies align with gender equality and diversity frameworks, Monitor compliance with gender mainstreaming and transformation legislative and policy frameworks, Prepare reports on gender mainstreaming and transformation programmes, Monitor and track departmental performance against gender equality and transformation targets, Identify gaps, risks and corrective measures relating to gender mainstreaming implementation.

Requirements

• Senior Certificate/Matric Certificate /Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent qualification, A minimum Three-year Degree/National Diploma (NQF level 6)/Degree (NQF Level 7) as recognised by SAQA in Gender Studies/Sociology/Public Management & Governance/Humanitarian Studies/Social Sciences/specializing in gender and transformation development or any relevant gender studies qualification, 3-5 years relevant experience, at least 3 years at an Assistant Director level in transformation, gender mainstreaming, gender analysis, social inclusion or any relevant gender equality, and special programs/projects environment, Valid driver licence, Knowledge and understanding of Gender and Disability mainstreaming in the Public Service, Knowledge of relevant legislations and policies, Transformation agenda in the public service, Knowledge of 194 International conventions/agreements on targeted groups, Knowledge and understanding of National Gender Knowledge of gender analysis, Knowledge of promoting human rights, Knowledge of Commission on Gender Equality Act, Public Service Transformation frameworks (Batho Pele, Diversity Management), Knowledge of Human Resource policies and governance structures, Knowledge of Reporting frameworks (EEA2/EEA4, DPSA templates, M&E tools), Knowledge of Public Service Act and Regulations, Knowledge of transformation policies and legislative frameworks, Understanding of convention on the elimination of all forms of discrimination against women (CEDAW), Presentation skills, Negotiation skills, Financial management and leadership skills, Ability to conduct research, Project management and administration skills, Computer literacy, Planning and organisational skills Policy Framework, Good communication and interpersonal relations, Problem solving skills, Ability to work independently and within a team, Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure.