Current Jobs at Department of Human Settlements

Requirements :

• A minimum of Matric plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in Humanities, Social Sciences, Social Work, Public Management or a related filed.
• A minimum of 3-5 years Admin Officer level experience in Youth, Women, and Persons with Disabilities Development and mainstreaming programmes. Strong project management, stakeholder liaison, and community development experience.
• Sound knowledge of national policies and legislation on gender, youth, and disability. A valid driver’s licence and willingness to work extended hours are essential. 

Duties :

• The incumbent will be responsible for coordinating, planning, and enhancing the execution of commemorative events and outreach programmes, including Youth Month, Women’s Month, Elderly Month, Persons with Disabilities Month, and the 16 Days of Activism, in alignment with the GEYODI calendar.
• This includes facilitating the development and consolidation of a departmental commemorative calendar across business units, ensuring events are impactful, inclusive, and well-coordinated. Build and sustain strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, secure departmental visibility at expos and plenary sessions, and ensure exhibitions are professionally delivered during commemorative months.
• The incumbent will also be responsible for preparing minutes, action plans, and reports from engagements, responding to stakeholder inquiries, and compiling monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on commemorative activities. Additionally, the role entails supervising the subunit to ensure effective delivery of all commemorations and related programmes.

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Requirements :

• A minimum of Matric plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in in Humanities/ Social Sciences/ Social Work/ Public Management or related field.
• A minimum of 3-5 years Admin Officer level experience in Youth Development and mainstreaming programmes. Strong Events management experience and/or rapid response experience. Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Duties :

• Facilitate and implement capacity-building programmes targeting designated groups of SMMES in line with departmental targets. Coordinate capacity-building initiatives for designated SMMEs preparing them for economic opportunities in the public sector.
• Ensure the development of the participant lists of stakeholders for the SMMES capacity-building session. Facilitate beneficiary awareness programs for designated groups (Women, youth, persons with disabilities).
• Convene a task team of relevant stakeholders (sister departments, agencies, and non-governmental organizations) to plan the implementation of the awareness programs including roles and responsibilities.
• Build beneficial working relationships with internal and external key stakeholders. Participate in internal and external forums for designated groups. Prepare and provide reports, recommendations, and action plans from engagements with stakeholders.
• Prepare Reports on advocacy programmes and respond to Enquiries. Consolidate and prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual advocacy progress reports. Supervision of the business unit.

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Requirements :

• A minimum of Matric plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in Humanities\Social Sciences\Business Management\HR Management\Data Science Management or Public Management and other related qualification.
• A minimum of 3-5 years Admin Officer level experience in Transformation on women, youth, persons with disability, Diversity Management, BBBEE compliance, Monitoring & Evaluation and mainstreaming programmes. Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Duties :

• Designing and managing monitoring and evaluation tools to track designated groups equality progress. Review and input into existing policies, strategies and departmental performance plans relating to designated groups equality. Facilitate sensitisation engagements with affected business units to address identified gaps. Monitor and evaluate the implementation of departmental designated groups mainstreaming strategies and policies.
• Conduct site visits on projects implemented in line with building prescribed norms and standards for designated groups specifically persons with disabilities. Conduct designated groups audits and assessments on designated groups mainstreaming initiatives to ensure equal opportunities and fair treatment through elimination of unfair discrimination.
• Ensuring designated groups-sensitive indicators are included into departmental performance plans in line with designated groups mainstreaming framework. Conduct a designated groups audit through reviewing existing performance plans to identify designated groups gaps and biases.
• Prepare and consolidate recommendation reports to ensure departments accountability in achieving designated groups equality targets. Prepare and consolidate comprehensive M&E reports for designated groups mainstreaming initiatives. Coordinate the compilation of monthly, quarterly, and end of financial year reports. Supervision of the business unit.

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Requirements :

• A minimum of Matric plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in in Humanities\Social Sciences or Public Management.
• A minimum of 3-5 years Admin Officer level experience in Transformation on women, youth, persons with disability, Diversity Management, BBBEE compliance, Youth Development and mainstreaming programmes. Possession of a valid driver’s license. 

Duties :

• Collect, quality assures data and develop comprehensive reports on Departmental designated groups (women, youth, person with disabilities and older persons) mainstreaming targets and programmes. Conducting designated groups analysis and research on Departmental policies, programs, and services. Examining Departmental internal strategic documents including policies to identify designated groups biases and disparities.
• Analyse data and identify trends, gaps, and best practices for designated groups initiatives. Contributing to the development of designated groups policies and programmes. Coordinate and prepare progress reports on implementation of corrective action plan for non- performing targets.
• Facilitate bilateral engagements with all relevant stakeholders on designated mainstreaming initiatives. Coordinate bilateral meetings with various internal and external stakeholders on designated groups mainstreaming. Facilitate GEYODI Committee and bilateral meetings, logistics management, taking minutes, report writing and follow up of action items from the committee.
• Facilitate and consolidate reports to ensure reports are accurate and meet all reporting deadlines with various stakeholders. Prepare and produce high-quality reports, and policy papers on designated groups mainstreaming.
• Editing and proofreading documents to ensure accuracy and clarity. Conduct site visits on projects implemented in line with prescribed norms and standards. Coordinate the compilation of monthly, quarterly, and end of financial year reports. Supervision of the business unit.

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Requirements :

• A minimum of Matric plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in Information Communication and Technology Environment (Computer Science or Informatics). Certification in ITIL, COBIT, ISO.
• A minimum of 3-5 years relevant experience at Admin Officer level within Information Communication and Technology ICT Governance and Service Delivery Environment. Possession of a valid driver’s license. 

Duties :

• Provide, monitor and report on ICT Service Delivery services. Provide and ensure timely and accessible responsive ICT service desk. Advice relevant stakeholders on ICT Service Delivery and Support related matters.
• Conduct investigation on breaches of SLA targets and provide feedback to service providers and/or clients. Monitor Implementation of service level management and ensure adherence to Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) disciplines and best practices. Provide, monitor and report on all ICT Corporate Governance and Risk Management.
• Facilitate IT risk assessment processes and provide subject matter expertise on all IT domains. Attend all Governance and Risk Management forums and meetings as delegated by management.
• Produce, maintain and support ICT Business Continuity Management and Recovery. Perform Business Impact Analysis to determine the impact of a disaster and how long the business can survive from lacking any ICT Service. Coordinate and facilitate the development and implementation of ICT Governance policies and Service Level Agreements. Supervision of staff.

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Requirements :

• A minimum of Matric plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in Town and/or Regional Planning /Construction Project Management/Project and/or Programme Management and/or equivalent qualifications in the Built Environment.
• A minimum of 3-5 years relevant experience at Admin Officer level or equivalent within Infrastructure Project/Programme Management. Possession of a valid driver’s license

Duties :

• Coordinate the planning of Infrastructure Asset Management processes. Coordinate the development, implementation and monitoring of the of Infrastructure Asset Management Plan (I-AMP). Analyse housing sector needs and housing market trends.
• Collate and analyse infrastructure project proposals and commitments. Coordinate the confirmation of needs and priorities of the Department for infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate and facilitate the development of Infrastructure Programme and Operations & Maintenance Plans and ensure alignment to I-AMP, IPMP, IPIP and Business Plans.
• Coordinate the analysis assessment of infrastructure portfolio, performance and risk reports. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders. Provide inputs and support to Business Plan team. Provide general office support.

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Requirements :

• A Matric plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in Supply Chain Management.
• A minimum of 3 - 5 years’ relevant experience within Supply Chain Management environment at Assistant Director level.
• The candidate should have knowledge of all the Public Service prescripts applicable to the role as well as the Department’s mandate.
• Knowledge of performance management frameworks applicable in the Public Service and proven strategies in performance improvement. 

Duties :

• Manage the functional operation of Demand and Acquisition Management. Manage, design and develop demand and acquisition management policies processes and procedures. Inform, guide and advice departmental employees on demand management matters to promote correct implementation and sound demand management practices. Compile procurement plan and obtain approval. Setting up the Bid Evaluation, Bid Adjudication and Bid Specification Committees and render SCM advisory services to the relevant committees.
• Oversee the appointment of bid committee members. Compile tender/quotation specifications as required. Determine whether specification for the relevant commodity exists, if not oversee the collection of information and compile specification/terms of reference. Oversee the bidding process. Manage compilation of bid documents and advertisements. Manage publishing of bid documents. Manage the receipt (closing and opening) of bid documents. Processing of bid documents. Monitor the database of approved suppliers.
• Oversee the coordination, compilation and submission of information for audit purposes. Oversee the compilation and timeous submission of audit related information. SCM Reporting. Compile reports and oversee the reporting on the execution of the procurement plan and other related supply chain management administrative reports. Report on the execution of the procurement plan and other supply chain management administrative related activities. Management of sub-directorate. Maintenance of discipline.
• Management of performance and development. Establish, implement, and maintain efficient and effective communication arrangements. Develop and manage the operational plan of the unit and report on progress as required. Compile and submit all required administrative reports. Procurement and asset management. Plan and allocate work.

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Requirements :

• A Matric plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in Office Administration/Public Administration/ Public Management/ Business Management.
• A minimum of 3-5 years relevant experience at Assistant Director level within Executive Support environment. Possession of a valid driver’s license.
• The candidate should have knowledge of the Public Service Regulations, Best Practice Business Continuity Good Practice Guidelines, Knowledge of government planning and reporting mechanisms, Framework for Strategic Plans and Annual Performance Plans 2010 and knowledge of International Protocol.

Duties :

• Manage the administrative and coordination activities within the office of the executive authority. Develop, implement and maintain systems, registers and databases to monitor and manage the flow of documents to, from and within the office of the executive authority.
• Liaise with internal and external role players with regards to matters relating to the portfolio of the executive authority. Render a Cabinet/executive council support service to the executive authority.
• Manage the distribution of memoranda to Cabinet/executive council members. Manage the distribution of documents and submissions to the relevant legislature and standing/portfolio committees. Staff supervision.

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Requirements :

• A Matric plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in Labour Relations or Human Resource Management with Labour Relations as a Major or Specialisation.
• A minimum of 3-5 years relevant experience at Assistant Director level in a Labour Relations environment. Possession of a valid driver’s license. 

Duties :

• Manage and monitor the implementation of Labour Relations strategies, policies and procedures in line with the Public Services framework. Manage, monitor, review and improve the handling of grievances and discipline in line with the grievance and disciplinary framework.
• Oversee the implementation, review and improvement of the handling of dispute/s and collective bargaining in the Department.
• Represent the Department at the Provincial Chambers for Public Service Coordinating Bargaining Council (PSCBC) and General Public Service Sectoral Bargaining Council (GPSSBC).
• Attend and represent the Department during Conciliation and Arbitration hearings.
• Conduct reviews, rescission/s and condonation applications. Brief appointed attorneys and office of the state attorneys on labour relations disputes and / or cases. Compile and submit all required administrative reports. Management of the sub-business unit.

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Requirements :

• A Matric plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in Public Management/Public Relations or relevant/ equivalent qualification in Customer Relations.
• A minimum of 3 -5 years relevant experience at an Assistant Director level within Customer Relations Environment. Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Duties :

• Establish, promote and manage stakeholder engagements. Establish Project Steering Committees and Stakeholder forums. Conduct Ntirhisano & Public Participation Consultation. Prevention of service delivery disruptions.
• Conduct research on service delivery disruptions. Develop strategies to mitigate service delivery disruptions. Plan and coordinate interventions on service delivery disruptions.
• Investigate and respond to all queries received from Office of the MEC, Premiers Office, Sister Departments, Municipalities, communities, Public Protector, Human Rights Commission, Human Settlements Ombudsman. Manage service delivery and rapid response services in the Human Settlement service centres. Manage, coordinate and promote social facilitation and cohesion.
• Management of the Sub-Directorate. Develop, implement and maintain processes to ensure proper control of work. Compile and submit all required administrative reports.

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Requirements :

• A Matric plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in Finance/Cost & Management Accounting/ B Comm Accounting or any relevant qualification.
• A minimum of 3 - 5 years relevant experience at Assistant Director level within financial administration or management accounting environment. Possession of a valid driver’s licence. 

Duties :

• Monitor and correct the department’s expenditure transactions and provide and accounts payable management function. Manage internal control procedures, processes and controls for processing of payment transactions within 15 and 30 days.
• Monitor expenditure incurred and submit reports and plans as required. Manage adherence of financial delegations as approved by accounting officer to eliminate irregular expenditure. Manage and coordinate BAS and SAP payments.
• Compile journal to correctly allocate expenditure transactions. Identify items that might have been erroneously debited while paying or credited whilst correcting misallocations. Check journals before processing. Authorize journals in BAS systems. Ensure all suppliers are accounted for. Manage receipt of invoices and S&T claims due for payment.
• Ensuring that invoices and S&T claims are date stamped before beginning payments process. Authorize payment vouchers on BAS and LOGIS systems. Communication with suppliers and end users for payment related issues. Validate creditors balances accurately. Manage recording of debtors and creditors on the system.
• Manage the age analysis of debtors and the collection thereof on consultation with e-Gov. Management of debt recoveries with e-Gov. Implement a financial account system. Manage ledger suspense accounts transactions prior the preparedness of reconciliations. Manage cash flow in the bank account to avoid bank charges and overdraft.
• Manage transactions on the trial balance to ensure that all are cleared on monthly, quarterly and yearly basis. Manage receivables and payables accounting functions. Supervision of staff. Maintenance of discipline. Management of performance and development.

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Requirements :

• A minimum of Matric plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in Town and/or Regional Planning /Construction Project Management/Project and/or Programme Management and/or equivalent qualifications in the Built Environment.
• A minimum of 3-5 years relevant experience at Assistant Director level or equivalent within Infrastructure Project/Programme Management. Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Duties :

• Manage the planning of Infrastructure Asset Management processes. Manage the development, implementation and monitoring of the Infrastructure Asset Management Plan (I-AMP). Analyse housing sector needs and housing market trends.
• Collate and analyse infrastructure project proposals and commitments. Manage the confirmation of needs and priorities of the Department for infrastructure projects.
• Monitor and coordinate the development of Infrastructure Programme and Operations & Maintenance Plans and ensure alignment to I-AMP, IPMP, IPIP and Business Plans.
• Coordinate the analysis assessment of infrastructure portfolio, performance and risk reports. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders. Provide input