JOBS AT GAUTENG VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS
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SUMMARY OF JOB POSTS LISTED
Earn Up to R1.8 Million Per Year: Gauteng Government Hiring Across Multiple Departments
Looking for your next career move in the public sector? The Gauteng Provincial Government has opened applications for a range of high-paying management and executive positions across several departments, with salaries reaching as high as R1.8 million per year.
From finance and legal services to social development, risk management, veterinary health, and human resources, these opportunities are ideal for experienced professionals ready to make a meaningful impact while advancing their careers.
⏰ Applications close on 22 June 2026.
Top-Paying Vacancies Currently Available
Deputy Director-General: Social Welfare Services
📍 Department of Social Development
Lead provincial social welfare and community development programmes in one of Gauteng’s most senior executive positions.
💰 Salary: R1 885 710 per annum
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
📍 Department of Social Development
An excellent opportunity for a seasoned financial executive to oversee budgeting, financial planning, reporting, supply chain management, and governance functions.
💰 Salary: R1 554 696 per annum
Director-Level Opportunities (R1.3 Million+ Per Year)
The Gauteng Government is recruiting experienced professionals for several director positions, including:
✔ Director: Legal Advisory Services
✔ Director: Veterinary Public Health and Export Facilitation
✔ Director: Human Resource Management
✔ Director: Legal Services
✔ Director: NPO Partnership and Financing
✔ Director: Supply Chain Management
💰 Salary: R1 317 384 per annum (all-inclusive package)
Finance and Treasury Professionals Wanted
The Gauteng Provincial Treasury has multiple vacancies available for qualified finance and budgeting professionals:
Deputy Director: Budget Management
💰 R932 292 per annum
Assistant Director Positions
- Budget Management
- Accounting and Reporting
- Transversal Risk Management (2 Posts)
- Municipal Accounting, Auditing and Reporting
💰 R487 197 per annum plus benefits
These roles offer valuable opportunities to contribute to provincial financial governance while gaining exposure to high-level budgeting and policy implementation.
Governance and Risk Management Opportunity
Independent Chairperson – Risk Management Committee
📍 Department of e-Government
Professionals with expertise in risk management, auditing, governance, and anti-fraud environments are invited to apply for this prestigious committee leadership role.
📅 Appointment period: 12 months (renewable)
💰 Remuneration determined in line with National Treasury guidelines.
Important Before You Apply
Applicants must:
✅ Complete the new Z83 application form
✅ Submit an updated CV
✅ Hold relevant recognised qualifications
✅ Meet any SAQA requirements where applicable
For Senior Management Service (SMS) positions, the Nyukela SMS Pre-Entry Certificate is mandatory before appointment.
Shortlisted candidates will undergo qualification verification, criminal record checks, employment verification, and integrity assessments where required.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the official Gauteng Government recruitment portal:
Closing Date: 22 June 2026
With multiple senior and management-level vacancies available across Gauteng Government departments, interested candidates should submit their applications as soon as possible to avoid last-minute technical challenges.
Don’t miss the opportunity to join the Gauteng Provincial Government and help shape service delivery across the province.
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