Ekurhuleni provides sustainable and people-centred developmental services that are affordable, appropriate and of a high quality. We are focused on social, environmental and economic regeneration of our city and communities, as guided by the principles of Batho Pele and through the commitment of a motivated and dedicated team.
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Manage the Implementation Division of the Department and ensure effective planning, budgeting and implementation of all projects and programmes of the Division
Ensure funding and resource optimisation and enhancement through effective strategic management of programme and project resources and capacity
Effectively manage and drive the programmes, projects and budget of the Division and ensure projects are implemented and funds are spent as per the plans, timeframes and quality standards agreed to
Identify, assess and manage governance, risk and compliance practices and processes related to the Division
Prepare and deliver detailed projects and programmes monthly, quarterly and annual performance reports in line with applicable legal prescripts
Manage programme and project policy, planning and technical administrative capabilities
Define management and control criteria to ensure efficient programme and project monitoring, evaluation and reporting
Ensure that benefits of programmes and projects are delivered through critical assessment of project effectiveness and facilitation of change
Ensure optimal resourcing of programmes, monitor and ensure effective financial management and control
Ensure that targets, outputs and outcomes of the human settlements programmes and projects are delivered and achieved timeously
Drive a culture of client, community and citizen service excellence
Drive a culture of excellence in the Division
Lead and manage teams and ensure effective performance management of all employees in the Division
Job Requirements
Bachelor degree in Human Settlements, Housing or the Built Environment, which may include but are not limited to Civil Engineering, Planning and/or other Built Environment disciplines
5 years’ relevant management experience in the human settlements and housing and/or built environment, of which at least 3 years must have been at Senior Management level
A track record of excellence in programme and project management in human settlements development and/or the built environment and/or construction
Strategic leadership skills
Knowledge of relevant policy, legislation, regulations and compliance applicable to human settlements, construction and housing
Operational financial management skills
Excellent human resource and performance management expertise
Knowledge and information management skills
Risk management skills
Proficiency in construction programme and project policy development and implementation expertise and quality management
Effective communication skills, with the ability to build trusting relationships with all stakeholders both within and outside of the Municipality
The ability to confidently develop and present information
Operational infrastructure planning and reporting skills
Entrepreneurial, developmental and problem-solving attitude and thinking with a commitment to the development goals and outcomes of the Municipalit
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