Director: Soc Governance And Legal Assurance
Department
Department of Electricity and Energy
Location
Head Office, Pretoria, Gauteng
Salary
R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive package) · Level 13
Closing date
23 Oct 2026
Reference number
DEE2026/019
How to apply
- Fill in a new Z83 form and quote the reference number DEE2026/019.
- Attach a detailed CV. Only add certified copies of ID and qualifications if the advert asks for them.
- Send it to the address or email in the advert below (or the official circular).
- Make sure it arrives before the closing date — 23 Oct 2026. Late applications are not considered.
Requirements
An appropriate degree in LLB or equivalent at NQF level 7 recognised by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA), plus the pre-entry certificate for SMS (Nyukela). Additional requirements as an Admitted Attorney or an Advocate. Plus 5 years of experience at the middle/senior managerial level in Legal or Corporate Governance. Knowledge of: Legislative and policy prescripts relevant to the Department and its SOE’s. Corporate governance as it applies to the public and private sector, Company law, PFMA, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Risk Management and a strong legal background. Skills: Communication, Financial Management, Problem solving and Analytical skills. Honesty and integrity; change management, strategic capability and leadership. Service delivery innovation, people management and empowerment. Thinking Demand: Information evaluation; decision- making, creativity, T
Duties
Undertake the development of standardised SOC governance review and reporting instruments. Lead or partake in SOC governance assurance projects to assess compliance and enable DEE management structures to facilitate corrective action where required. Provide technical advisory services to executive management and the shareholders on the appointment and dismissal of SOC Board Members. Develop and coordinate the implementation of the DEE’s legal assurance policy regime and standardised legal instrument assurance framework for the SOC Group. Align existing and/or develop legal instruments for the governance of SOCs in the group. Draft legal opinions on the shareholder interface process with SOC Boards. Manage the Directorate. ENQUIRIES Mr Tshepo Makhubela Tel No: (012) 406 7577 APPLICATIONS Email to Vacancies5@dee.gov.za
How to apply
Applications go directly to the department — not through GovJobs SA. Submit a completed, signed Z83 form and a detailed CV, quoting the reference number. Application address and any extra instructions are in the department's section of Circular 36 of 2026.
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