• Reference Number : refs/023059
• Directorate : Infrastructure Research, Planning and Systems
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 1 436 022.00. 00 – R 1 787 328.00 per annum (All-inclusive Package). The package includes a basic salary (70% of package), and a flexible portion of 30% that may be structured in terms of applicable rules. Which includes state’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of basic salary). The successful candidate will be required to enter into a performance agreement within three months after assumption of duty.
• Enquiries : Ms. Sikelelwa Mboto Tel: 076 942 4090/076 521 4118

Requirements :

• An undergraduate qualification at NQF Level 7 in Economic and Management Sciences (informatics) and/or Built Environment as recognized by SAQA. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at senior managerial level. A valid driver’s license. A Pre-Entry SMS Certificate. COMPETENCIES: Knowledge of PFMA/DORA/Treasury Regulations. All different contract options for infrastructure projects. Provincial/Departmental Supply Chain Management Policies. Promotion of Access to Information Act of 2000. Promotion of Administrative Justice Act of 2000. Broad Based Black Empowerment Act of 2003. Project Management. People Management. Financial Management. Conflict Management SKILLS: Financial management skills. Presentation Skills. Communication skills (verbal and written). Computer literacy. Project management skills. ATTRIBUTES: Responsive. Credible. Flexible. Quality-oriented. Creative. Responsive

Duties :

• Manage and direct the commissioning of relevant research as requested by line managers and trends in the institutional environment within which GDID functions. Manage and direct research projects in line with the approved research agenda of GDID. Manage and direct the interpretation of relevant research publications and include findings in policies and/or public debate of GDID. Manage and direct the development and updating of guidelines, standards and norms for any policy to be developed by GDID. Manage and direct the implementation of quality assurance on all policies developed by GDID and provide feedback to line managers. Manage and direct the development of all policies on green technology. Manage and direct the drafting of legislation and regulations in consultation with Legal Services and related stakeholders. Manage and direct compliance with legislation and regulations in relation with policies and research findings. Manage and direct the coordination of tracking of National and Provincial Legislation updates and amendments. Manage and direct the sharing of knowledge in collaboration with Corporate Services. Review and sign off on research. Manage and analyse property management rates, market related rates and trends. Manage and direct research into appropriate best practice property management, facilities management and portfolio management systems and processes. Review and sign off on research. Manage and direct relevant research pertaining to occupational health and safety & quality. Manage and direct the setting of quality and occupational health and safety standards in line with legislative requirements and international standards. Manage and direct the establishment, roll out and continued improvement of the project and programme management systems in infrastructure delivery. Manage and direct the provision of professional guidance to EPWP for the design of contractor development programmes. Manage and analyse industry trends for infrastructure delivery. Manage and direct research into appropriate best practice for construction methodologies, alternative built solutions and site management. Manage and direct relevant aspects related to the use of Professional Service Providers including appropriate fee structures. Manage and direct research on market related trends regarding construction and Professional Service Providers fee rates. Manage and direct sharing of knowledge in terms of changes made to construction procurement contracts. Manage and direct the establishment, updating and continued improvement of the built environment specific documentation system. Manage and direct the analysis of protocols and policies to determine specific green technology projects and programmes. Manage and research into worldwide development in green technology. Manage and direct the planning, design and budgeting of green technology projects. Manage and direct the implementation of green technology projects. Manage and direct the reporting on and monitoring of green technology projects. Manage and direct the implementation of post project evaluations to inform future design of green technology projects. Manage and direct the cost effectiveness of proposed green technology projects and programmes. Manage interaction with local and international stakeholders to inform longer term infrastructure planning in close collaboration with related Planning Forums. Manage interaction at different inter and intra governmental fora. Manage the development of inputs for longer term infrastructure and property planning from the perspective of GDID. Sign performance agreements for subordinates based on approved Job Descriptions, Strategic and Annual Performance Plans of the Department. Develop and update the service delivery and work plan for subordinates. Provide sufficient guidance to subordinates in terms of the service delivery plan, work plans, core business roles and priorities of the Department through quarterly subordinate meetings. Manage skills transfer between subordinates and outside technical assistants and/or consultants. Plan and allocate work responsibilities and processes to control work performance including quality assurance. Manage funds in the unit in compliance with Public Finance Management Act and the Treasury Regulations. Limit under spending or overspending by the unit in terms of the departmental budget allocations. Manage the effective spending of funding for special green technology projects and programmes. Align the strategic priorities and the work plans of the unit with the priorities of DID. Develop operational plans and work plans for subordinates. Manage written contributions to departmental quarterly progress reports, Annual Report, SCOPA, Budget speeches, Annual Performance Plan, etc..

Notes :

• In In line with the Department’s Employment Equity Plan, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES are encouraged to apply. To apply for the below position, please apply online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. Only online applications will be considered and for general enquiries please contact Human Resource on 076 521 4118. Applicants must utilise the most recent Z83 application for employment form issued by the Minister for the Public Service and Administration in line with the Regulation 10 of the Public Service Regulations, 2016, All fields in the New Z83 form, must be completed and signed. Furthermore, a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) must also be attached. Failure to attach the Curriculum Vitae (CV) will result in disqualification. The New Z83 form, obtainable from the GPG Professional Job Centre website, any Public Service Department or the DPSA website www.dpsa.gov.za/documents, all other documents are submitted by shortlisted candidates). Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified copies of qualifications not older than six (06) months, identity document and valid driver’s license (where driving/travelling is an inherent requirement of the job). It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of this post and candidates whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity will receive preference. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity through the filling of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan. To facilitate this process successfully, an indication of race, gender and disability status is required. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The Department reserves the right not to appoint. If you do not receive any response from us within 3 months, please accept your application was unsuccessful.

Employer : Department of Infrastructure Development

Location : Head Office (Johannesburg)

Closing Date : 15-08-2025

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.