Director: Property Acquisition, Ref No. DOI 53/2025 at Western Cape Government

Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government (WCG) has an exciting employment opportunity for a suitable individual who would like to make a difference by managing the acquisition of immovable assets. This post is stationed in Cape Town, CBD.

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate Degree (NQF 7) or higher qualification as recognised by SAQA; A minimum of 5 years experience at a Middle/Senior Management level. Completion of Certificate for entry into the SMS (Senior Management Service) upon appointment.

Recommendation    

• A valid driving licence/ Alternative mode of transport for a person with disabilities; Post graduate qualification; Property acquisition experience.

Key Performance Areas    

• Strategic capability and leadership; Change Management; Project and Programme Management; Manage the following: Acquisition of immovable property; The acquisition of immovable assets as per the approved Acquisition Plans as well as adhoc approved request; Donation of immovable assets; land exchanges;  The transfer of immovable assets in terms of the principle of assets following functions; Ensure efficient and effective oversight and management for all financial resources/aspects of the Directorate and all performance requirements related to the PFMA and corporate governance; Management of the human resources of the  Directorate to achieve the predetermined performance indicators and service delivery imperatives, motivated, competent, appreciated and performance orientated staff and sound labour relations.

Competencies    

• Extensive knowledge and interpretation of applicable policies and procedures; Knowledge of the following: Management Principles; Public Service procedures; HRM processes; Labour relations; Empowerment (SMME, Broad based BEE, Women and Disability); Capacity Building; Community facilitation; Core Competencies: Strategic Capability and leadership, People Management and Empowerment, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management and Change Management; Skills: Interpret and apply relevant policies and procedures; Problem solving skills; Sound budgeting skills; Facilitation and presentation skills.