director: infrastructure delivery management, Ref No. PS3/2026/01

Apply for director: infrastructure delivery management at department of department of education. Closing date 2026-05-12.

Job Summary

Department: department of education

Directorate: infrastructure delivery

Province: free state

Reference: PS3/2026/01

Closing Date: 2026-05-12

Salary: R1,266,567 - R1,518,531

No Of Vacancy: 1

Salary Level: 13

Centre: Bloemfontein: Head Office


Minimum Qualification

NQF Level 7 Bachelor's Degree in Built Environment or equivalent qualification

Experience Required

5 years senior/middle management in oversight of Infrastructure programs

Required Competencies & Skills

  • Expertise in the Framework for Infrastructure Delivery and Procurement Management (FIDPM)
  • Thought leadership in complex infrastructure application coordination
  • In-depth knowledge of GIAMA, PFMA, and the Division of Revenue Act
  • Proficiency in project management methodologies and social facilitation
  • Strong financial management and infrastructure auditing skills
  • Ability to manage under rapidly changing and pressurized circumstances.

Requirements

  • 5 years of experience at a Middle or Senior managerial level
  • Proven experience in the delivery and oversight of Infrastructure programs
  • Extensive knowledge of the Infrastructure Delivery Management System (IDMS)
  • Experience in capital commitments scheduling and infrastructure financial compliance.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Direct the development and implementation of the Infrastructure Programme Management Plan (IPMP) and Construction Procurement Strategy
  • Oversee the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and annual infrastructure budgets
  • Manage capital and maintenance project implementation, including the sign-off of project execution plans and cost variations
  • Authorize infrastructure invoices and ensure compliance with the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA)
  • Direct the development of provincial maintenance strategies and oversee the maintenance call center
  • Coordinate with Implementing Agents and oversee the preparation of Infrastructure Programme Implementation Plans (IPIP)
  • Monitor and report on EPWP targets and infrastructure performance grants
  • Provide strategic leadership to the directorate, managing human resources, performance agreements, and operational planning.

Salary Detail

Remunaration

R1266567 - R1518531 per annum (Level 13), (an all-inclusive salary package). The total package includes 70% basic salary, a state contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the applicable guidelines. This appointment is subject to the signing of an Annual Performance Agreement and obtaining a security clearance.

Salary Criteria

per annum

How to Apply

Contact Detail

Mr Moeti Tel No: (051) 404 9292 82 OTHER POSTS

Reference No:

PS3/2026/01

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: PS3/2026/01
  • 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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