SDTM1323-2026 Divisional Head: City Sustainability at City of Tshwane

Appointment requirements

• A relevant bachelor’s degree in Public Management, Science, Social Science, Development Studies, Agriculture and Environment or any other study field related to the position
• A postgraduate qualification in management science will be an added advantage
• Registration with a relevant professional body will be an added advantage
• At least ten years’ experience in a city sustainability environment, of which at least five years must be at senior management level 
• Good knowledge and understanding of relevant policy and legislation
• Advanced understanding of institutional governance systems and performance management
• Advanced understanding of Council operations and delegation of powers
• Good governance skills
• Understanding of the establishment and functionality of risk management
• Budget and financial management skills
• Ability to make high-risk decisions of a long-term and strategic nature
• Compliance with the MFMA unit standards as prescribed by Regulation 493 of 15 June 2007 as published in Government Gazette 29967 of 15 June 2007
• No criminal record (excluding previous convictions related to political activities under the previous dispensation) and the applicant must undergo security vetting
• Must undergo a competency assessment
• A valid Code B driving licence
• Computer literacy

Primary function:

•  To exercise control over the city sustainability function with the aim of maintaining impartial, accountable, transparent and efficient services to the City Sustainability Division within the City of Tshwane, subject to legislated context responsibilities, national standards and the directives of the Chief Operations Officer.

The incumbent will be responsible and accountable for the following key performance areas:

• Sustainability finance mechanisms
• Climate adaptation and resilience
• Climate mitigation programmes
• City diplomacy and profiling