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Assistant Director: Language Services (X3 Posts) – DOJ&CD (National Office, Pretoria)

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The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development (DOJ&CD) invites qualified candidates to apply for the position of Assistant Director: Language Services. This role is based at the National Office in Pretoria and is responsible for supporting the implementation and monitoring of language policies and services within the Department.

Job Details

  • Job Title: Assistant Director: Language Services

  • Location: National Office, Pretoria

  • Salary: R468 459 – R551 823 per annum

  • Employment Type: Permanent (Performance Agreement required)

  • Number of Posts: 3

    • Tshivhenda (X1 Post) – Ref No: 25/132/CA

    • Xitsonga (X1 Post) – Ref No: 25/133/CA

    • South African Sign Language (X1 Post) – Ref No: 25/134/CA

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

  • An undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 6) in:

    • Language Practice

    • Language Planning
      (SAQA recognized)

Experience

  • Minimum 3 years administration experience in:

    • Language practice

    • Interpreting at functional level

Language Requirements

  • Tshivhenda, Xitsonga or South African Sign Language (depending on the post)

Knowledge & Understanding

  • Public Service legislative framework:

    • Public Service Act & Regulations

    • Treasury Regulations

    • Public Finance Management Act (PFMA)

    • Financial management & regulatory frameworks

  • Procurement processes

  • Language stakeholders and their roles

  • Interpretation of statutes

  • Legislative framework governing language services in South Africa

  • Office administration

Skills & Competencies

  • Applied strategic thinking

  • Applied technology

  • Budgeting & financial management

  • Communication & information management

  • Continuous improvement

  • Citizen focus & responsiveness

  • Developing others

  • Diversity management

  • Impact & influence

  • Conflict management & problem-solving

  • Planning & organizing

  • Decision-making

  • Project management

  • Team leadership

  • Computer literacy

Key Duties / Responsibilities

The Assistant Director will be responsible for:

  • Facilitating the development of departmental language policies and strategies

  • Monitoring the implementation and performance of language policies

  • Coordinating language policy awareness campaigns within the Department

  • Coordinating international and non-governmental forums on official languages

  • Providing effective people management and leadership

How to Apply

Applicants must quote the relevant reference number and submit their application to:

Online Application

➡️ https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu

Postal Address

The Human Resource: Department of Justice and Constitutional Development
Private Bag X81, Pretoria, 0001

Physical Address

Application Box, First Floor, Reception, East Tower
Momentum Building, 329 Pretorius Building, Pretoria, 0001

📌 Note: Separate applications must be submitted for each post (use the correct reference number).

Enquiries

Mr. M. Kgafela
📞 (012) 315 1042

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Q1: How many posts are available?

There are 3 posts available for Tshivhenda, Xitsonga, and South African Sign Language.

Q2: Do I need to re-apply if I applied before?

Yes. This is a re-advertisement, and applicants who applied previously are encouraged to re-apply.

Q3: Can I apply for more than one language post?

Yes, but you must submit separate applications for each post with the correct reference number.

Q4: What is the minimum qualification?

An NQF Level 6 qualification in Language Practice or Language Planning.

Q5: Is this role based in Pretoria only?

Yes, the posts are based at the National Office in Pretoria.

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