DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SETTLEMENTS

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NOTE : It will be expected from the selected candidates to be available for the interviews on a date, time and place as determined by the Department of Human Settlements. Applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are short-listed and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification and criminal records. If you apply for more than one position in the Department, please submit separate application forms for each post.
Applications must be submitted with the new Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service department and must be accompanied by a detailed CV, together with copies of qualification certificates and your ID/Passport.
Shortlisted Candidates will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of interviews as directed by the Human Resources Representative. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Failure to submit the required documents will result in your application not being considered. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within four (4) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The Department of Human Settlements reserves the right to cancel the filling/ not to fill a vacancy that was advertised during any stage of the recruitment process.

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OTHER POSTS
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: INTERNAL CONTROL REF NO: DOHS/03/2022
Branch: Chief Financial Officer
Chief Directorate: Financial Management
Directorate: Financial Administration and Internal Control
SALARY : R744 257 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package)
CENTRE : Pretoria
 
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of Matric/ Grade 12, Undergraduate Diploma/Degree (NQF level 6/7 as recognized by SAQA) in the financial environment (such as Accounting/ Financial/ Administration/ Auditing Management or related fields. 3 -5 years’ experience at entry level management. Proven extensive experience and exposure to Governmental financial reporting practices, audit and internal control processes and procedures, management reporting, departmental objectives and business processes. The incumbent’s skills should include: Planning and organizing, problem solving, interpersonal and diplomacy, Ability to gather relevant information. Ability to work within specific timeframes and under pressure. Report writing, Management, Numeric, Computer literate, Creative, Dedicated, Approachable, Hard-working, Trustworthy, Analytical thinking, Results Orientation, Managing Technical/Procedural Adherence. Attention to detail. Ability to communicate at all levels (written, verbal and presentation) as well as act independently and objectively in the interest of the Institution.
 
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for the following: Implement, monitor and review departmental internal controls. Ensure compliance with the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) DORA and TR. Provide Customer relationship Management of External Audit, Management of Irregular, fruitless and wasteful and unauthorized expenditure and Act as Loss Control Officer.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr J Sebola Tel No: (012) 444-9114
 
NOTE : Female candidates and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply
 
 
 
 
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: MACRO POLICY REF NO: DOHS/04/2022
Branch: Research, Policy, Strategy and Planning
Chief Directorate: Policy Development
Directorate: Rental, Social & Affordable Housing Policy Development
Sub-Directorate: Macro Policy Requirements Establishment
SALARY : R744 257.per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package)
CENTRE : Pretoria
 
REQUIREMENTS : Matric/Grade 12 or equivalent. Relevant undergraduate qualification (NQF 6/7 as recognized by SAQA) within policy analysis or development environment coupled with 3- 5 years’ relevant experience at entry level management (Assistant Director Level). Knowledge of and a good understanding Human Settlements and Housing policies, programme, legislation, guidelines, standards and procedures. Knowledge of Public, Social and Economic Policies. Ability to conduct SEIAS and undertake social and economic research. Knowledge of policy making process. Knowledge of Housing and Human Settlements Development. Must have negotiations and inter-personal skill. Good verbal and written communication skills. Well-developed communication and inter-personal skills. Computer user knowledge and literacy (MS Word, MS Power Point, MS Project). Must have a driver’s license.
 
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for: Contributing to the development of policy foundations and review of macro policies. Advocate, support and promote implementation of macro policies. Coordinate inputs from various stakeholders in responding to draft macro policies and legislation. Participate in policy debates and forums. Provide coordination support on Socio-Economic Impact Assessment System (SEIAS), Coordinated policy responses in relation to macro policies. Manage Human and Financial Resources.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr J Sebola Tel No: (012) 444-9114
 
NOTE : Female candidates and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
 
 
 
 
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: ENTITIES GOVERNANCE SUPPORT REF NO: DOHS/05/20212
Branch: Entities Oversight, IGR, Monitoring and Evaluation
Chief Directorate: Compliance and Entities Oversight
Directorate: Human Settlements Entities Oversight
Sub-directorate: Entities Governance Support
SALARY : R744 257 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package)
CENTRE : Pretoria
 
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of Matric/ Grade 12, relevant Undergraduate Diploma/ Degree (NQF level 6/7 as recognized by SAQA) in Law, Commerce or equivalent. 3 -5 years’ experience at Junior Management/ Entry-level Management/ Supervisor/ Assistant Directory level. Working experience in dealing with Public Entities/State Owned Entities in governance and oversight is essential. An extensive relevant working experience will be added advantage. Applicants should have a good knowledge and understanding of the Public Finance Management Act, 1999 (Act No. 1 of 1999), National Treasury Regulations, King Codes on Good Corporate Governance. The candidate must be familiar with the Legislations governing Human Settlements public entities. In-depth knowledge of good governance and compliance matters. In addition, applicant must be computer literate, possess good communication and report writing skills. Be able to work under pressure, be a team player, have driver’s license and be willing to travel.
 
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for the following: Facilitation and establishment of Human Settlements Entities’ Boards; the development and monitoring of Entities Shareholders Compacts; monitor and enforce principles of good governance; monitor, report quarterly and annually on performance of Boards, establish systems for monitoring of Public Entities’ governance processes; report on any non-compliance and good governance breaches by Boards; provide sound advice on any matter relating to the legislative compliance and principles of good governance; manage the administration and resources of the Sub-Directorate: Entities governance support.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr J Sebola Tel No: (012) 444-9114
 
NOTE : Female candidates and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply
 
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR SUPPLY CHAIN PRACTITIONER: DEMAND AND PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT REF NO: DOHS/06/2022
Branch: Chief Financial Officer
Chief Directorate: Financial Accounting
Directorate: Supply Chain Management
Sub-Directorate: Demand and Acquisition Management
Division: Demand and Performance Management
SALARY : R321 543 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : Pretoria
 
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of Matric/Grade 12 or equivalent and relevant undergraduate qualification (NQF 6 as recognized by SAQA) in Supply Chain Management/ Public Management and Finance coupled with 2 – 5 years’ relevant experience at a professional/ officer/ practitioner level. Good interpersonal skills and communication (both written and verbal). The ability to work under pressure. Computer literacy. Code 08 drivers’ license. The following will service as a recommendation: Knowledge of Treasury Regulations, Public Finance Management Act, Financial Delegations, Basic Accounting Skills and Accuracy. The successful candidate must be a team player and be willing to work under pressure.
 
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for: Coordinate (synergy), review and execute the bidding process. Coordinate, review and execute the bidding process for the establishment of panels of approved service providers. Supply Chain Risk and Performance Management. Coordinate, review and source quotations from a database of approved service providers. Manage the unit: Acquisition Management and undertake all administrative functions required with regard to financial and Human Resource administration.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms N Nortman Tel No: (012) 444-9115
 
NOTE : Male candidates and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
 
 
 
 
 
 
HRD PRACTITIONER: SKILLS DEVELOPMENT FACILITATION REF NO: DOHS/07/2022 (X2 POSTS)
Branch: Corporate Services
Chief Directorate: Human Resources Management
Directorate: Human Resource Utilisation and Development
Sub-Directorate: Human Resource Development
SALARY : R211 713 per annum (Level 06)
CENTRE : Pretoria
 
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of Matric/Grade 12 or equivalent. Relevant undergraduate qualification (NQF 6/7 as recognized by SAQA) in Human Resource Management/ Public Administration; coupled with 0 to 2 years’ relevant experience. Good interpersonal skills and communication (both written and verbal). The ability to work under pressure. Computer literacy. Knowledge of Skills Development legislation and Principles of Adult Learning is critical as well as knowledge of Treasury Regulations, Public Service legislation and Human Resource Frameworks and Policies. The successful candidate will be expected to be Customer service orientated.
 
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for: Implementation, co-ordination & monitoring of the Skills Development Human Resource Development. Coordinate & implement of the skills programmes for the employees. Administration & payments of the departmental Human Resource Development Interventions and Bursaries. Coordinate the implementation of the Developmental Programmes such as Internships, Workplace Integrated Learning and Learnerships.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms N Nortman Tel No: (012) 444-9115
 
NOTE : Male candidates and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.