GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT 

Department of Environment is an equal opportunity employer and intends to promote equity through filling of these posts. Candidates whose appointment / promotion will promote the achievement of employment equity within the department will receive preference, in particular designated groups (coloured’s, Indians, whites and persons with disability.) 

APPLICATIONS : To apply for the below positions, please submit your application online at http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za or send an email @ GDENVrecruitment@gauteng.gov.za

CLOSING DATE : 18 September 2026 

NOTES : Quoting the relevant reference number applications must be submitted on the New Z.83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za/documents. Applications with the Old Z.83 form will not be considered. A New Z.83 form must be fully completed, duly signed and initialled by the applicant. A recent, comprehensive CV, specifying all qualifications and experience, with respective dates must accompany the application form. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications obtained and other related documents on or before the day of the interview, following communication from Human Resources and will be subjected to verification by the South African Qualifications Authority. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must also provide an evaluation certificate issued by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA), at own expense. Failure to submit the requested documents will result in the application not being considered further. Due to the anticipated large volume of responses, correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. After the pre-entry assessments, an oral interview will be conducted. Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification). By responding to the advertisement, applicants consent to the collection, processing and storing of their Personal Information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) Act No. 4 of 2013. Candidates will therefore be required to give consent in terms of the POPI Act in order for the Department to conduct the verifications. Information will be used for the purpose of recruitment only and more specifically for the purpose of the position/vacancy you have applied for and will not be shared with third parties without prior consent, unless required by law. All applicants must declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest and must disclose membership on Boards and directorships associated with. If you have not been contacted within six (6) months of the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The submitted CVs will be destroyed as legislated in the National Archives Act. In the event that your application is unsuccessful, the Department will retain your personal information only for audit purposes as required by policies. All the information requested now or during the process is required for recruitment purposes. Failure to provide the requested information will result in your application not being considered further. The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment to the advertised post(s). The successful candidate must disclose particulars of all registrable financial interests and sign an employment contract within one month from the date of assumption of duty. A Performance Agreement must be concluded and signed within three months from the date of assumption of duty. Notes for applicants of SMS posts: Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government, available as an online course on https://thensg.gov.za/trainingcourse/sms-pre-entry-programme/, prior to the finalisation of the appointment, is a requirement for all SMS positions. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. Attention: Ms. Iris Thanjekwayo; Tel: 072 788 2364 – Recruitment.

OTHER POSTS

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: RISK MANAGEMENT REF NO: REFS/056311 

SALARY : R932 292 per annum, all-inclusive remuneration package 

CENTRE : Johannesburg (Head Office) 

REQUIREMENTS : Matric plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in Risk Management or related field as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of 5 years of experience of which 3 years must be at supervisory level (ASD). A valid driver’s license. Competencies: Public Service Act and Regulations and relevant legislation. Knowledge of anti-corruption initiatives and Professional Ethics Infrastructure. Knowledge of ethics auditing and ethics legal frameworks. Skills: Computer literacy, problem solving and analysis, planning and organizing, report writing, communication. 

DUTIES : Manage, implement, review and improve the risk management framework. Undertake studies and analysis to identify risks to establish8 the internal and external organization context. Manage, facilitate and advise on the risk management assessment process. Manage, monitor and review the identified risk response activities. Compile risk profile (ensure that the risk register is maintained). Compile reports as required. Facilitate the institutionalization risk management. Ensure that risk management philosophy and culture is embedded in the organization. Manage and undertake capacity development (inform, guide and advise employees on risk management matters). Manage the Sub Directorate: Risk Management. Maintenance of discipline. Deputy Director Risk Management. Management of performance and Development. Undertake Human Resource and other related administrative functions. Establish implement and maintain efficient and effective communication arrangements. Develop and manage the operational plan of the sub-directorate and report on progress as required. Develop implement and maintain processes to ensure proper control of work. Compile and submit all required administrative reports. Serve on transversal task teams as required. Procurement and asset management for the sub directorate. Planning and allocating work Quality control of work delivered by employees. Functional technical advice and guidance. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms. Iris Thanjekwayo; Tel: 072 788 2364

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING REF NO: REFS/056307 

SALARY : R487 197 per annum, (plus benefits) 

CENTRE : Johannesburg (Head Office) 

REQUIREMENTS : Matric plus Bachelor’s Degree in Financial Management / Accounting / Public finance/Cost and Management Accounting (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA. 3 years relevant supervisory experience. A valid driver’s license. Competencies: Knowledge of Departmental policies and procedures, Reporting procedures and Government Priorities. Skills: Planning and Organizing, Report writing, Negotiation and Decision making. Exposure and training in Financial Accounting will be an added advantage. 

DUTIES : To Ensure adherence to PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Financial Manual and relevant Departmental Policies and Procedures as well as the implementation thereof; Prepare Monthly, Interim and Annual Financial Statement timely; Attend Meetings and Conferences with Supervisor; Determine and develop training needs to Subordinates; Control Subordinates Performance reports and perform personnel performance functions; Assist with the implementation of recommended solutions regarding the Departmental Systems and processes to improve Departmental efficiency; Assist with the compilation of section 40, Monthly Compliance Reports to Treasury as well as Reports requested by Management; Ensure that confirmation Letters are received and provided from/by the Department/s and ensure that all Inter-Departmental Receivables and Payables are cleared monthly; Provide administrative support and best accounting practices to subordinates and business units and to all Responsibility and Line Managers on all aspects of functional areas; Writing of correspondence within and outside the Department, and to be assigned by a Higher-Level Manager and ensure excellent verbal communication skills; Ensure the continuous development of quality improvement of Sub-Ordinates; Liaise on administration matters with other Departments, the Public and Service Providers; Attend to internal and external Audit matters; clearing the suspense and interdepartmental account; hold weekly meetings with Sub-Ordinates and provide feedback report to the Deputy Director; hold monthly meetings with the Deputy Director; Supervise Sub-Ordinates and their duties. Timely payment of Suppliers of goods and services (100% of Service Providers payments finalized each month over the 12-month financial period); Authorise the payment of transfers and subsidies processed on the accounting system. Supervise employees to ensure an effective financial accounting service. Ensure that all supervisees are trained and developed to be able to deliver work of the required standard efficiently and effectively. Manage performance, conduct and discipline of supervisees. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms. Iris Thanjekwayo at 072 788 2364 

STATE ACCOUNTANT REF NO: REFS/056308 

SALARY : R338 106 per annum, (plus benefits) 

CENTRE : Johannesburg (Head Office) 

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 plus National Diploma (NQF level 6)/ Degree (NQF level 7) in Finance/Cost and Management Accounting / B Comm Accounting or equivalent qualification as recognized by SAQA. 1-2 years appropriate/relevant years of experience in financial administration and auditing environment. A valid driver’s license. Competencies: knowledge of GPG and Departmental policies and procedures, Public Service Regulatory Framework, reporting procedures, Division of Revenue Act, PFMA, Treasury Regulations, BAS, SAP and other information management systems. Public service budget process and Customer service. Skills: Verbal communication, written communication, Interpersonal skills, technical skills. 

DUTIES : To facilitate the provision of management accounting services. Collate financial supporting information for planning purposes, prepare and capture budget information, populate standard/routine reporting documents, Collate the necessary financial supporting documents required for the strategic and annual performance planning process, Collate the relevant financial information required in the evaluation and development of business and project plans. Prepare necessary information required for the completion of the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) budgeting process and populate templates, provided by the treasury, Prepare the necessary information required for the compilation of the Estimates of Provincial Expenditure in compliance with Provincial Treasury guidelines. Consolidate inputs and balance the monthly cash flow and adjusted cash flow to the estimates of expenditure/adjusted estimates of expenditure, Record the adjustments on the accounting system, Capture the approved rollovers on the accounting system, Compile monthly and quarterly performance reports timeously and accurately, Review monthly transactions per program from BAS, update expenditure reports with commitments, Compile performance reports for stakeholders monthly, Collate and capture management accounting information on monthly reporting templates, Compile the standardized in year monitoring report for the department, based on templates received from various components 

ENQUIRIES : Ms. Sophia Letsoalo; Tel No: (011) 240 3095 

PERSONNEL PRACTITIONER REF NO: REFS/056310 (X2 POSTS) 

SALARY : R338 106 per annum, (plus benefits) 

CENTRE : Johannesburg (Head Office) 

REQUIREMENTS : Matric plus National Diploma (NQF Level 6) or Degree (NQF Level 7) in Human Resource Management/Industrial Psychology/Public Administration or relevant qualification as recognized by SAQA. 1-2 years of experience in Human Resource Management. A valid driver’s license. Competencies: Knowledge of Resources Systems (PERSAL/SAP), Public Service Regulations, Public Services Act, Employment Equity Act, White Paper on Transformation and Batho Pele, Basic Condition of Employment Act (BCEA), Labour Relation Act, Public Financial Management Act, Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA). Skills: Communication (Verbal and written), computer literacy (Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc.), Innovation/Creative, Presentation, Responsiveness, Report writing, Time Management, Organizing and Planning, Financial management, Policy analysis, Problem solving. 

DUTIES : Prepare draft adverts, advertise vacant and funded posts as and when vacated. Draft memos for recruitment process, offer letters and regret letters. Administer the Shortlisting and interview processes. Prepare mandates for appointments, promotions, transfers and terminations. Conduct suitability checks. Compile mandates for the process of employee benefits. Coordinate payment of long service. Facilitate the process of resettlement. Coordinate logistical arrangements for long service awards. Coordinate HR awareness campaigns. Assist lower level employees with capturing of leave on SAP, Verification of Leave interfaced on PERSAL, Auditing of Leave. Appoint new officials on SAP and termination of exit employees. Prepare PILIR applications for submitting to the Health Risk Manager. Coordinate the completion of termination documents, Compile mandates and submit to e-gov for implementation. Facilitate exit interviews. Facilitate the completion of exit and benefit forms. Submit pension documents to Government Employee Pension Fund. Maintain records and statistics on HR, provide monthly report. Provide the information required for compilation of annual reports, quarterly reports, HR plan. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms. Iris Thanjekwayo at 072 788 2364