The Free State Office of the Premier invites qualified candidates to apply for several high-level management positions. These contract roles offer the opportunity to lead and transform strategic departments in the province while receiving competitive remuneration and benefits.
Vacancy Details
| Employer: | Free State Office of the Premier |
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| Closing Date: | 22 April 2025 |
| Location: | Bloemfontein and Glen, Free State, South Africa |
Post Title: Director-General: Free State Provincial Government
Reference No: DG
Salary: R2 259 984 per annum (Level 16) – all-inclusive package + 10% HoD allowance
Centre: Bloemfontein (Office of the Premier)
Requirements:
- Postgraduate qualification (NQF level 8)
- 10 years’ senior management experience
- Completion of SMS Pre-Entry Certificate
- In-depth knowledge of governance, intergovernmental relations, administration, finance, law, and communications
Duties: - Strategic direction and executive support to the Premier and Cabinet
- Governance and interdepartmental coordination
- HR, financial, information, and transformation management
- Policy implementation, compliance, and reporting
- Ensuring service delivery excellence across the provincial administration
Enquiries: Ms. Limakatso Nqoko, limakatso.nqoko@fspremier.gov.za, 063 688 6685
Post Title: Head of Department: Agriculture and Rural Development
Reference No: HOD: AGRIC
Salary: R1 741 770 per annum (Level 15) – all-inclusive package + 10% HoD allowance
Centre: Glen (Department of Agriculture and Rural Development)
Requirements:
- NQF level 8 in Agriculture, Science, Economics, Business/Public Management
- 10 years’ senior management experience
- Valid Code 8 driver’s license
- Knowledge of public service policy, finance, HR, transformation
- Completion of SMS Pre-Entry Certificate
Duties: - Strategic and financial oversight of the department
- Advise MEC and represent province in agricultural forums
- Support Free State Development Plan
- Implement provincial and national policy directives
Enquiries: Dr. M. Phera, molefinyana.phera@fspremier.gov.za, 082 331 5188
Post Title: Head of Department: Social Development
Reference No: HOD: SD
Salary: R1 741 770 per annum (Level 15) – all-inclusive package + 10% HoD allowance
Centre: Bloemfontein (Department of Social Development)
Requirements:
- Postgraduate qualification (NQF level 8)
- 10 years’ senior management experience
- Completion of SMS Pre-Entry Certificate
Duties: - Strategic leadership of Social Development functions
- Oversight of employment equity, HR, labour relations, and reform
- Serve as Accounting Officer under PFMA
- Promote outcome-based performance management
Enquiries: Dr. M. Phera, molefinyana.phera@fspremier.gov.za, 082 331 5188
Post Title: Head of Department: Economic Development, Small Business, Tourism and Environmental Affairs
Reference No: HOD-DESTEA
Salary: R1 741 770 per annum (Level 15) – all-inclusive package + 10% HoD allowance
Centre: Bloemfontein (DESTEA)
Requirements:
- Postgraduate qualification (NQF level 8) in Economics/Business Administration
- 10 years’ senior management experience
- Completion of SMS Pre-Entry Certificate
Duties: - Economic development, small business and tourism oversight
- Environmental management and regulatory services
- Strategic HR, finance, corporate governance and risk
- Departmental planning, service delivery, and provincial coordination
Enquiries: Dr. M. Phera, molefinyana.phera@fspremier.gov.za, 082 331 5188
How to Apply
To apply for any of the above positions, submit your application as follows:
Email applications to:
- Director-General Post: matshidiso.modisapudi@fspremier.gov.za
- Other HOD Posts: ruth.sefali@fspremier.gov.za
Required Documents:
- Completed Z83 application form (signed)
- Comprehensive CV
Only shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide certified copies of qualifications and other documents.