Assistant Director: Traditional Institutional Management (Customary Initiation)
Department of Co-Operative Governance and Traditional Affairs · Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Closes 9 November
- Location
- Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
- Salary
- R487 197 per year
- Posted
- 23 October 2026
- Closing date
- 9 November 2026
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About the job
REF NO: REFS/057052 Requirements: Matric plus NQF level 6/ National Diploma in Development Studies or a relevant SAQA-recognised qualification. A minimum of 3–5 years’ experience working with the institution of Traditional and Khoi San leadership and/or within the customary initiation environment. A Certificate of Competency, issued by a recognised Senior Traditional Leader, as a male or female initiate, will be an added advantage. Competency: Knowledge of the Customary Initiation Act, No. 2 of 2021, policy guidelines and legislative processes, the institution of Traditional Leadership, customary initiation practices and the PFMA and Public Service regulatory frameworks. Skills and Competencies: excellent communication and report writing, conflict handling and interpersonal skills, organising and time management, problem solving and project management, computer literacy and stakeholder coordination and facilitation. A valid driver’s license and South African citizenship are compulsory. Notes: Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful. Find us Address 75 Fox Street, Mashalltown Johannesburg 2000 Email us Email e-recruitment@gauteng.gov.za Quick Links All Jobs About Us © Gauteng Provincial Government . Powered by Department of e-Government Duties: The incumbent will be expected to coordinate and support the Provincial Initiation Coordinating Committee (PICC): Develop and annually review Terms of Reference; coordinate stakeholder identification and appointment; facilitate quarterly meetings; minute proceedings; track resolutions; develop annual implementation plans; facilitate induction and training of PICC members. Provide administrative support to the PICC: Develop systems for processing applications received, approved and rejected; communicate PICC decisions to applicants; prepare seasonal provincial statistical reports; manage fatalities emanating from initiation schools in line with legislative prescripts. Develop provincial policy and legislation on customary initiation: Draft provincial policy; consult stakeholders; coordinate legislative processes for province-specific legislation; facilitate EXCO approval and State Law Advisor pre-certification; ensure referral of the Bill to the Gauteng Provincial Legislature. Facilitate training, awareness and stakeholder support: Develop concept documents for training and awareness programmes; coordinate annual training for PICC, Provincial Initiation Monitoring Teams, traditional surgeons and principals; conduct community awareness programmes; coordinate printed communication materials (pamphlets, posters); facilitate media statements, press briefings and interviews before and after initiation seasons.
Enquiries
Caiphus Nkuna/ Andy Ndaba, Cell: 071 474 7078/51
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