Job Openings at North West: Department Of Human Settlements

REQUIREMENTS:

• Matric/Grade12 Degree/ advanced Diploma/B- Tech as recognised by SAQA at NQF Level 7 in Financial and Accounting management and related field.
• Minimum Five (5) years relevant experience in senior managerial level.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Must have an Extensive Travelling ability.

Competencies/ Knowledge and skills:

• Advanced communication skills, both oral and writing.
• Client orientation and customer focus, honesty and integrity, service delivery innovation, willingness to work extended hours, Problem solving and analysis, knowledge management, negotiation skills and analytical skills are a prerequisite.
• Financial management and management accounting.
• Strategic capability leadership.
• Business plan.
• Program and project management.
• People management and empowerment.
• Change management and stakeholder management.
• Good understanding of government policies, programmes, strategies, projects and plans, Constitution, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulatory Framework, Public Finance Management Act, Medium Term Expenditure Framework and Budget process, Division of Revenue Act, Income Tax Act, Supply Chain Management, Treasury Regulations and associated practice notes, financial accounting (including principles of GAAP/GRAP), management accounting, cost accounting, internal control, internal and external audit, information systems, Government systems, strategic understanding and knowledge of the application of the constitutional values and principles.

CLOSING DATE : 30 January 2026, Time (16H00)

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Three-year auditing tertiary qualification at NQF level 7(NQF level and credits) as accredited by SAQA.
• 6-7 years’ experience in conflict prevention and management of which three (3) years should be in conflict prevention and management at Assistant Director level.
• A valid driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

• Knowledge of public service labour relations policies, prescripts practices and related fields.
• Knowledge of labour legislation.
• Knowledge of collective bargaining.
• Knowledge of dispute resolutions and Project Management.
• Good Communication skills;
• Computer skills writing skills;
• Problem solving skills;
• Management skills;
• Ability to interpret and apply policy and relevant legislation

CLOSING DATE : 30 January 2026, Time (16H00)

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Three- year appropriate tertiary qualification at NQF level 6 and/or equivalent qualifications (NQF level and credits).
• 6-7 years’ experience in SCM to which 3 years should be at Assistant Director level.

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

• Knowledge of SCM prescripts and understanding of legislative framework of procedures within SCM. Knowledge of PFMA/ Treasury regulations, Knowledge of departmental policies, Knowledge of accounting principles and knowledge of financial system.
• Managerial skills, Analytical and ability to interpret and apply policies, People management and negotiation skills.

CLOSING DATE : 30 January 2026, Time (16H00)

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Three-year tertiary qualification in Financial Management or Accounting at NQF level 6 and/or equivalent qualifications (NQF Level and Credits).
• 2-4 experience in Financial Management and Accounting of which 1 year should be at supervisory level.

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:

• Public Finance Management Act; Public Service Regulations; Treasury Regulations.
• Basic Accounting systems; experience in cash flow, budgeting and expenditure control.
• Computer literacy skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); Communication skills (written and verbal)

CLOSING DATE : 30 January 2026, Time (16H00)

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Three-year tertiary qualification in Public Administration at NQF level 6 and /or equivalent qualification (NQF level and credits).
• 2 – 4years’ experience in strategy and management of which 1 year should be at supervisory level.

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:

• Knowledge of Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations, PFMA and Public Finance Regulations.
• Good communication skills, Problem solving skills, Report writing skills, Computer skills, Coordination and Planning and organization skills.

CLOSING DATE : 30 January 2026, Time (16H00)

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Three-year tertiary qualification in management assistant at NQF level 6 and/or equivalent qualifications.
• 2-3 years’ experience applicable to the relevant discipline.

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

• Knowledge of Prescripts / Policies. Good Communication (verbal and written) skills, excellent customer relations skills, good telephone etiquette, computer skills, problem solving skills, report writing skills and interpersonal skills.
• Must have the ability to take initiatives and work independently, under pressure and Long hours. Knowledge of financial administration and Project Management.

CLOSING DATE : 30 January 2026, Time (16H00)

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Matric/ grade 12 or equivalent qualification. Experience in Accounting/ Financial Management environment and of BAS, WALKER and PERSAL systems will be added advantage.
• Ability to work independently. Ability to accurately analyze data (numbers). Good interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and discreetly in person and in writing.
• Computer literacy (MS Office: Word, Excel and PowerPoint, e-mail). Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

• Knowledge of Legislation and Regulations pertaining to PFMA Act, Treasury Regulations, and other government related legislations.
• Understanding of the Public Finances in the public sector.
• Good Communication, liaison, and presentation skills.
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, EXCEL, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• An understanding of the Standard Chart of Accounts (SCOA).
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Good administration skills.

CLOSING DATE : 30 January 2026, Time (16H00)

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Grade 12 Certificate. An undergraduate Bachelor’s Degree NQF level 7) in Human Resource Management / Public Administration / Public Management / Human Resource and Industrial Psychology as recognised by SAQA with five (5) years’ extensive working experience in HCM at the Middle/Senior Managerial level.
• Nyukela certificate is required for all SMS positions before appointment (Certificate for entry into the senior management service from the National School of Government).
• Client focused HR Strategist.
• A thorough understanding of policy formulation and coordination.
• Proven experience in or thorough understanding of the social development system/sector.
• A good background in turnaround and change management strategies Experience in and insight into legislation that impacts on human resource practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of Government systems (PERSAL).
• A valid driver’s license.
• Competencies: A results-driven, customer-focused approach, with excellent planning, organisational communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills.
• Analytical and innovative thinking. Knowledge of human and financial resource management.
• Good computer literacy in the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• The ability to work in highly pressured environment and driven by a sense of urgency to meet deadlines.
• Leadership skills.
• Research and policy formulation.
• Financial management.
• Strategic planning.
• Project management.
• Change and knowledge management.
• Negotiation skills
• Presentation and facilitation skills.
• Executive report-writing skills.
• People management.

CLOSING DATE : 30 January 2026, Time (16H00)

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Grade 12. An appropriate recognized Bachelor’s degree in Social Worker.
• A minimum of 10 years' recognizable experience in Social Work. Current proof of registration with South African Council for Social Services Professionals (SACSSP) (proof of registration submitted when shortlisted).
• Computer literacy, A valid driver’s license.

Competencies:

• Good Communication skills.
• Report writing skills.
• Facilitation skills.
• Co-ordination skills. Liaison skills.
• Networking.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Leadership skills.
• Analytical skills.
• Diplomacy.
• Change and knowledge management.
• Planning and organization skills.
• People Management.
• Financial Management.
• Problem Solving, Planning & organizing.
• Time Management.
• Team player.
• Strategic Planning.
• Policy analysis and development

CLOSING DATE : 30 January 2026, Time (16H00)

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent. Advanced Diploma/ Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 7) qualification in Public Management / Public Administration / Social Science as recognised by SAQA coupled with five (5) years relevant experience in Gender Focal Point & Diversity Management of which three (3) years should be Assistant Director level.
• A valid driver’s license. Knowledge: Project Management. Understanding of government’s broader transformation of policies and initiatives.
• Knowledge of promoting Human Rights.
• Knowledge of Gender and Disability Mainstreaming.
• Knowledge of Moral Regeneration and Social Cohesion.

Skills:

• Computer Literacy (MS Word, Excel, Power Point).
• Report Writing.
• Change Management.
• Good stakeholder engagement skills.

CLOSING DATE : 30 January 2026, Time (16H00)

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An Appropriate Bachelor’s Degree in Community Development/ Developmental Studies or related field.
• A minimum of 8 years recognisable experience in Community Development after obtaining the required qualification.
• Computer literacy.
• A valid driver’s license.

Competencies:

• Knowledge of human behaviour and social systems.
• Understanding community dynamics.
• Networking and establishing partnerships.
• Understanding community development programmes.
• Community Development research.
• Understanding community development legislation.
• Planning and organizing; Networking skills;
• Communication (written and verbal);
• Project Management; Team leadership.
• People management.
• Conflict management.
• Project management.
• Financial Management.
• Keeping abreast with new developments in the community development fields to enhance service delivery.
• Knowledge of policies and legislative mandates related to Community Development.

CLOSING DATE : 30 January 2026, Time (16H00)

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent. LLB Degree NQF Level 7 as recognised by SAQA.
• At least eight (8) years appropriate post qualification legal experience.
• Extensive experience at Supervisory level in Civil Litigations, legislative drafting, drafting of legal opinions, labour relations practices in the Public Service, contract drafting and interpretation.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel. Knowledge:
• Sound knowledge of the legislative frameworks that governs the operations of the public services environment.
• A sound knowledge of on the drafting of legislations and regulations.
• A sound knowledge on the interpretation of statutes and regulations and other legal instruments.
• A sound knowledge on formulating legal advice and opinions in relation to legislations and regulations.
• A comprehensive knowledge on the process of legislative drafting.
• A comprehensive knowledge on the drafting and interpretation of policies.

Skills:

• Good interpersonal relations.
• Report writing.
• Case investigation and project management skills.
• Good conflict resolutions and mediation skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Ability to work in a team as well as independently.
• Communication skills.
• Ability to conduct research on legislative and civil litigation processes.

CLOSING DATE : 30 January 2026, Time (16H00)

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Grade 12 Certificate coupled with Advanced Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in Supply Chain Management / purchasing / Bachelor of Commerce.
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ recognizable experience in Acquisition Management of which 3 must be at a supervisory level.
• Valid Driver’s license.
• Knowledge relevant legislation and policies, PFMA, Treasury Regulations.
• Knowledge of BAS and Walker Systems

CLOSING DATE : 30 January 2026, Time (16H00)

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Grade 12. National Diploma or Degree in Public Administration / Public Management / Bcom Economics / Accounting. Specialization or Major Course in Monitoring and Evaluation will be an added advantage. 3-5 years’ experience in the field of Monitoring and Evaluation of which 3 years must be at supervisory experience.
• A valid driver’s license.

Competencies:

• Computer literacy.
• Sound organizational interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure in order to meet deadlines with limited supervision.
• Supervisory skills and the ability to work in a team would be an added advantage.

CLOSING DATE : 30 January 2026, Time (16H00)

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Grade 12/Matric. B Com Law/ LLB/ Auditing/ Risk Management. 3- 5 years’ experience in Risk Management field and investigations of which 2 years must be at supervisory level.
• A Valid driver’s license.

Competencies:

• Knowledge of relevant legislation frameworks and policies in the Public Service.
• Knowledge and understanding of financial and project management.
• Good management skills, organizing, planning, communication and presentation skills

CLOSING DATE : 30 January 2026, Time (16H00)

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Grade 12. B Com Degree in Risk Management, B Comm Law/ Auditing. 3- 5 years’ experience in one of the following fields:
• Ethics Management, Fraud Investigations and/or Fraud prevention, Risk Auditing, Risk Management, of which two years must be at Junior Management.
• Good understanding of the Public Service Act, Regulations, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Public Administration Management Act, Treasury Regulations, Public Service Integrity Management Framework. Computer Literacy (MS word, excel and PowerPoint).
• A valid drivers.

Competencies:

• Knowledge of relevant legislation frameworks and policies in the Public Service.
• Knowledge and understanding of financial and project management.
• Good management skills, organizing, planning, communication and presentation skills.

CLOSING DATE : 30 January 2026, Time (16H00)

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Grade 12. Advanced Diploma / Bachelor Degree / National Diploma in Financial Accounting / Management Accounting/Internal Auditing /Financial Management.
• Three (3) to Five (5) years’ experience in Public Service Financial Accounting environment of which 3 years must be at supervisory level. PERSAL System and BAS certificates should be attached and a valid driver’ licence.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of the PFMA, Treasury Regulations, BAS, Modified Cash Standard (MCS) & Accounting Manual for Departments (AMD), Auditing and Financial reporting.

Skills:

• Numerical skills, Problem solving skills, Planning and organizing skills, Communication (verbal and written) skills, Computer literacy.

Interpersonal Attributes:

• Ability to work in a team, Ability to work under pressure and to cope with a high workload.

CLOSING DATE : 30 January 2026, Time (16H00)

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REQUIREMENTS :

• A minimum of a B-Tech in any of the Built Environment disciplines.
• Registration with the relevant professional councils (Candidate or Professional) will be an added advantage.
• A valid Driver’s license. Experience: 3 -5 years appropriate experience.
• Experience in managing both capital and maintenance projects, social facilitation, community and stakeholder liaison (clients / stakeholders).
• Experience in conflict management Knowledge:
• Public Service Act. Public Service Regulations.
• Labour Relations Act. Public Service Resolutions.
• Public Service Delivery Documents.
• Performance Management Development System.
• Construction Manual.
• Knowledge of government policies and planning systems.
• Construction projects.
• Ribbon Development Act.
• Public Finance Management Act.
• Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Skills:

• Good communication and interpersonal relations.
• Analytical and problem solving.
• Negotiations and conflict resolution.
• Creative and innovative.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Ability to interact with stakeholders on various levels.
• Sound report writing.
• Presentation skills.

CLOSING DATE : 30 January 2026, Time (16H00)

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Grade 12. National Diploma / Bachelor Degree in Financial Accounting / Management Accounting/Internal Auditing /Financial Management.
• Three 3-5 years’ experience in Public Service Financial Accounting environment of which 3 years must be at supervisory level.
• Knowledge of Risk Management, Internal Control strategies /frameworks/ policies.
• Completion of the General Internal Auditing (including IAT learnership – 3 years) learnership from the IIA plus 2- year internal audit experience PERSAL System and BAS certificates should be attached and a valid driver’ licence.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of the SCM Framework and Financial systems.
• Knowledge and understating of PFMA, PPPFA, Treasury Regulations, Walker / BAS and other departmental policies, Modified Cash Standard (MCS) & Accounting Manual for Departments (AMD), Auditing and Financial reporting.

Skills:

• Numerical skills, Problem solving skills, Planning and organizing skills, Communication (verbal and written) skills, Computer literacy. Interpersonal Attributes: Ability to work in a team, Ability to work under pressure and to cope with a high workload.

CLOSING DATE : 30 January 2026, Time (16H00)

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REQUIREMENTS :

• A Bachelor’s degree (NQF Level 6/7) Finance / Supply Chain Management / Bachelor of Commerce qualification.
• 3-5 years’ experience in Supply Chain environment of which 3 years must be at supervisory level.
• Extensive knowledge of the public sector procurement processes, rules and regulations.
• Sound understanding of the PFMA, PPPFA (of 2000), Treasury Regulations, Supply Chain Management (SCM) Policy and other related prescripts.
• A valid driver’s license.

Competencies:

• A results-driven, customer-focused approach, with excellent planning, organizational, communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills.
• Analytical and innovative thinking.
• Knowledge of human and financial resource management. Good computer literacy in the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and accounting systems (BAS).
• The ability to work under pressure and deliver to tight deadlines.
• Leadership skills.
• Research and policy formulation.
• Analytical and innovative thinking.
• Communication skills (written and verbal).
• Presentation and facilitation skills.
• Executive report-writing skills.
• A results-driven, customer-focused approach, with excellent planning and organizing skills

CLOSING DATE : 30 January 2026, Time (16H00)

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Grade 12 Certificate plus National Diploma in Security Risk Management, Security and Advisory Course (SSA),
• Security Grade A (PSIRA) 3-5 years’ experience in security management environment of which 3 years’ experience is at supervisory level.
• Valid driver’s license, required skills and Knowledge:
• Physical Security and Information Security measures. Security Principles and practices. Knowledge of MPSS and MISS., Problem solving and analysis.
• Decision making.
• Team leadership.
• Financial management, Communication skills, computer skills, people management, planning, organizing and conflict management.

CLOSING DATE : 30 January 2026, Time (16H00)

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REQUIREMENTS :

• A Bachelor’s degree or National Diploma in Human Resource Management or equivalent qualification.
• A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in human resource management of which 3 years must be at supervisory level.
• Computer literacy, presentation skills, planning and organizing, and communication skills.
• Sound and in-depth knowledge of relevant prescripts as well as understanding of legislative framework governing the public service e.g. PFMA, Public Service Act and Regulations, and Labour Relations Act etc. Be able to interpret Policies, Knowledge of PERSAL system.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Competencies: an understanding of administrative polices, including the PFMA, Treasury Regulations and PSA, Credible knowledge of Human Resource Practices and Administration, Human Resource Capacity building and Utilisation, Human Resource Planning, Employee Health and Wellness, as well as People Management and Labour Relations, Programme and Project management skills.
• Operational planning capabilities, facilitation, communication and leadership skills.
• Empowerment skills, service delivery improvement skills and report writing skills.

CLOSING DATE : 30 January 2026, Time (16H00)

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma in Commerce / Accounting or Auditing.
• 2-3 years’ work experience within the field. Competencies: Knowledge of Walker and PERSAL system.
• Clear understanding and application of PFMA and Treasury Regulations. Computer literacy.

CLOSING DATE : 30 January 2026, Time (16H00)

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Grade 12. National Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 6/7) as recognised by SAQA in Internal Auditing /Financial Accounting / Management Accounting.
• 3-4 years relevant experience in a Financial Accounting/ Internal control/Internal Audit environment.
• Valid driver’s Licence.
• Competencies: An In-depth Knowledge and understanding of relevant prescripts and process governing public services such as PSR and PSA.
• Knowledge of Supply Chain prescripts and frameworks.
• Treasury regulations, PFMA, Financial Manuals. Internal Control and Risk Management Methodologies & Strategies.
• Knowledge of management links of Government Financial Systems (BAS, PERSAL & WALKER).
• Policy development, interpretation and implementation.
• Computer literacy. Sound planning and organising skills.
• High level of reliability and commitment.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Report writing and Presentation skills.