JOBS AT DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICITY AND ENERGY

Lead South Africa’s Energy Future — DEE Seeks Opens Vacancy

The Department of Electricity and Energy (DEE) is calling on visionary leaders to apply for one of South Africa’s most influential executive positions — Director-General of the Department of Electricity and Energy.

With a lucrative package worth over R2.3 million per year, this prestigious five-year contract offers a rare opportunity to shape the future of the country’s energy landscape and drive strategic transformation within the public sector.

A Career-Defining Leadership Opportunity

Based in Pretoria under reference number DEE2026/008, the Director-General will spearhead South Africa’s national energy agenda, leading critical initiatives aimed at improving energy access, strengthening energy security, and supporting sustainable economic growth.

The successful candidate will play a central role in:

• Leading major national energy programmes and projects
• Guiding South Africa’s nuclear energy strategy and international compliance
• Overseeing state-owned energy entities
• Driving investment-focused energy policy reforms
• Building international energy partnerships
• Strengthening organisational performance and talent development

This role is ideal for a highly experienced executive with exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, governance expertise, and deep insight into the energy and public administration sectors.

Exceptional Executive Package

The appointed Director-General will receive:

• An all-inclusive annual salary package of R2,352,642
• An additional 10% non-pensionable allowance for the Head of Department role
• The opportunity to influence national policy at the highest level

Who Should Apply?

The department is looking for dynamic and accomplished professionals who possess:

• An Honours Degree or postgraduate qualification (NQF Level 8) in Public Management, Administration, Economics, or Energy Engineering
• A valid Nyukela Certificate for Senior Management Services
• A valid driver’s licence
• At least 10 years of senior management experience in the public service

A master’s degree will provide a competitive advantage.

Candidates with expertise in energy policy, public finance management, stakeholder engagement, project finance, and legislative governance are especially encouraged to apply.

Important Application Information

Closing Date:
29 May 2026

• 16h00 for walk-in submissions
• 23h59 for online applications

Required documents include:

• Completed 2021 Z83 application form
• Comprehensive CV
• One combined PDF document for email submissions

Applications can be submitted via post, hand delivery, or email to:
Vacancies1@dee.gov.za

Applicants who responded to the previous advertisement in Circular 40 of 2025 are encouraged to submit new applications.

Advancing Transformation and Equal Opportunity

The DEE remains committed to employment equity, diversity, and transformation. Female candidates across all racial groups and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

All shortlisted candidates will undergo competency assessments, integrity verification, and personnel suitability checks as part of the final selection process.