Deputy Director: Corporate Support Services Ref No: Ddcss/pres/2026

SALARY : R932 292 per annum (level 11), all-inclusive remuneration package

CENTRE : Cape Town

REQUIREMENTS :

• A Senior Certificate plus an appropriate Bachelor's Degree/ or National Diploma OR an equivalent qualification on NQF level 6.
• A minimum of 3-4 years' applicable middle managerial experience. Knowledge of facilities management, accommodation and household services, auxiliary services, transport, procurement and asset control.
• Good managerial, leadership, decision-making, planning, organising and problem-solving skills. Financial management, resource management and operational planning skills. Excellent written and oral communication. Planning and organising. Service delivery. Client service.
• Ability to function independently without supervision. Loyalty/honest. Computer literate. Research. Presentable. Reporting. Accommodation & household management. Personnel management. Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary services and manage matrix reporting arrangements.

DUTIES :

• Corporate Support Services: Manage and coordinate corporate support operations, planning, service standards and reporting in Cape Town.
• Accommodation and Facilities: Oversee accommodation, maintenance, housekeeping, catering and hospitality services, liaising with DPWI and service providers.
• Auxiliary and Transport Services: Oversee reception, messenger, frontline, switchboard, transport and driver services.
• Supply Chain and Asset Management: Coordinate procurement and ensure effective asset control and compliance in Cape Town Office.
• ICT and HRM Support: Coordinate regional ICT and HRM support with the relevant Union Buildings directorates/units. Coordinate logistical, catering, ICT, transport and facilities support for high-level meetings and events in Cape Town.
• Governance and Risk Management: Ensure compliance with legislation, policies, OHS, Internal Security requirements and audit actions, while managing operational risks.
• Stakeholder Management: Liaise with internal directorates, DPWI and service providers, monitoring service delivery and performance.
• People and Resource Management: Supervise designated Assistant Directors and manage staff performance and available resources.
• Matrix Coordination and Reporting: Coordinate services with Union Buildings directorates, resolve operational challenges and escalate matters requiring management intervention.