deputy director general: human settlements planning, Ref No. REFS/044103

Apply for deputy director general: human settlements planning at department of gauteng department of human settlements. Closing date 2026-04-17.

Job Summary

Department: gauteng department of human settlements

Directorate: planning and research

Province: gauteng

Reference: REFS/044103

Closing Date: 2026-04-17

Salary: R1,813,182

No Of Vacancy: 1

Salary Level: 15

Centre: Johannesburg


Minimum Qualification

NQF Level 8 in Town Planning, Urban & Regional Planning, Architecture, Civil Engineering, or Public Management (Master's degree is an added advantage)

Experience Required

8 years in Senior Management in Infrastructure and Housing Delivery

Required Competencies & Skills

  • National Spatial Development Perspective (NSDP)
  • Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) Act
  • Infrastructure Procurement and Delivery Management (SIPDM)
  • Town & Regional Planning Law
  • Rapid Land Release Strategies
  • Strategic Leadership
  • Financial Management
  • Change Management

Requirements

  • Minimum of 8 years' experience at a Senior Management Level (SMS) specifically in the Infrastructure or Housing Delivery field
  • Valid driver's license

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Lead and direct high-level research and policy development for the provincial human settlement sector
  • Provide strategic guidance for integrated short- and long-term sustainable human settlements planning
  • Oversee the development and implementation of infrastructure asset management plans for large-scale housing programmes
  • Monitor and manage compliance for Beneficiary Administration and national housing subsidy programmes
  • Provide strategic leadership for Informal Settlement Upgrading and the Rapid Land Release programme
  • Ensure legal and operational compliance with Town and Regional Planning systems and property registration processes
  • Manage the business unit's financial resources, human capital, and strategic performance targets
  • Represent the department in intergovernmental planning forums to align with the National Spatial Development Perspective (NSDP)

Salary Detail

Remunaration

R1813182.per annum (All-inclusive package)

Salary Criteria

per annum

How to Apply

Contact Detail

Ms. Miyelani Tshabalala Tel No: 063 691 4046

Reference No:

REFS/044103

Application Process

Follow these steps to ensure your application is not disqualified:

  • Step 1: Download the New Z83 Form (2021) below.
  • Step 2: In 'Section A', quote Reference Number: REFS/044103
  • Step 3: Ensure you sign and date the form on the last page.
  • Step 4: Click 'Submit Application' to send your Z83 and CV to the department.

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