Deputy Director: Strategic Advisory Services

City of Johannesburg; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in South Africa is seeking a qualified candidate to provide research and strategic advisory services to the Directorate. Applicants should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science or related fields, with 7-9 years of experience, including 4 years at a Professional Officer level. The role requires strong communication, research, analytical, and critical thinking skills. The position offers an opportunity to significantly contribute towards effective governance and public administration.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 plus a Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• 7 - 9 years of experience, 4 at a Professional Officer level.
• Valid Driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide Research and Strategic Advisory Services to the Directorate.
• Contribute to functional strategic planning development.
• Ensure effective management and control of allocated assets.

Skills

Good communication and presentation skills

Research and analytical skills

Critical thinking skills

Time Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Political Science, Public Administration, Economics, Law, or a related field

Tools

MS Office Applications

Job description

Job Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa • Application Deadline: January 29, 2026

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 plus a Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Political Science, Public Administration, Economics, Law, or a related field;
• 7 - 9 years’ experience in the discipline, of which 4 years at a Professional Officer level;
• Must have a valid Driver’s license.

Primary Function

• Provide Research and Strategic Advisory Services to enable the Directorate to render effective advisory services to the Office of the Executive Mayor and the Mayoral Committee for the achievement of the political mandate.

Key Performance Areas

• Contribute to the development of the Directorate’s functional strategic planning;
• Execute project planning process in contribution to the Directorate’s business planning process;
• Execute process optimisation and efficiency procedures;
• Provide sound strategic advisory services;
• Render research services;
• Ensure effective control of project financial resources;
• Ensure effective management and control of allocated assets;
• Implement good governance and effective risk management systems;
• Manage specific administrative and reporting requirements associated with the research findings and project deliverables.

Leading Competencies

• Good communication and presentation skills;
• Good listening and communication skills;
• Proven written skills;
• Good facilitation and communication, and coordinating skills;
• Research and analytical skills
• Customer Care and Problem-Solving skills
• Critical thinking skills;
• Good management skills;
• Computer literacy, including MS Office Applications;
• High level of confidentiality and organisational skills;
• Time Management, working independently, under pressure, and the ability to prioritise.

Core Competencies

• Knowledge of local government environment;
• Knowledge of the City’s strategy (IDP), prescribed Methodologies, Legislative, Policy, and Regulatory Frameworks;
• In-depth knowledge of function principles, techniques, and tools and how they can be practically applied;
• Knowledge of Corporate Governance;
• Knowledge of principles and practices of municipal organisation, administration, and personnel management;

Deadline:21st January,2026