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CITY OF JOHANNESBURG
 
Group Corporate & Shared Services: Group Human Capital Management
6th Floor, B Block Metropolitan Centre, 158 Civic Boulevard, Braamfontein
PO Box 1049 Johannesburg, South Africa, 2000
Tel +27(0) 11 407 6111 - Fax +27(0) 11 339 1878
www.joburg.org.za 
 
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REGIONAL PROJECT MANAGER 
Department: Community Development 
Branch: Facilities Enhancement Unit 
Designation: Regional Project Manager 
REMUNERATION: R49 780,13 pm (basic salary, excluding benefits)
LOCATION: Metropolitan Centre, 158 Civic Boulevard, Braamfontein 
 
Minimum Requirements: 
  • Grade 12 plus a relevant B Degree/NQF level 7 in Civil Engineering or Architecture; 
  • Eligibility to register with a professional body will be advantageous; 
  • 5 – 8 years’ relevant experience post qualification; 
  • Valid Driver’s license. 
 
Primary Function:
Conduct planning, execution, and implementation of the Facilities Enhancement Unit’s (FEU) capital (Capex) and operational expenditure (Opex) projects. This role involves coordinating with various stakeholders, managing budgets, ensuring compliance with regulations, and delivering projects on time and within scope. 
 
Key Performance Areas: 
  • Execute the project planning process to inform the Section’s operational planning processes, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and efficient resource allocation; 
  • Implement process optimisation and efficiency initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve overall project performance; 
  • Ensure the effective execution of capital projects aimed at enhancing community facilities, delivering high-quality outcomes that meet stakeholder expectations; 
  • Oversee the implementation of operational expenditure (Opex) projects contracted to external service providers, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery; 
  • Provide strong leadership and development for the project team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment; 
  • Monitor compliance with project quality standards and regulatory requirements, ensuring all projects adhere to established guidelines and best practice; 
  • Manage and control assets and resources effectively, optimising their use to support project goals; 
  • Implement governance and risk management activities to mitigate potential issues and ensure project success; 
  • Ensure effective budget control for all project-related expenditures, maintaining financial discipline and accountability; 
  • Execute specific activities to ensure effective stakeholder relations and communication, fostering positive relationships and ensuring stakeholder needs are met; 
  • Performance administrative task associated with the Capital Projects Section and individual performance, ensuring smooth operation ad compliance with organisational policies;
  • Compile comprehensive reports that provide insight into the performance of the Capital Projects Section, supporting informed decision-making and continuous improvement. 
 
Leading Competencies: 
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills; 
  • Proficiency in project management software and MS Office Suite; 
  • Strong organisational and time management skills; 
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team; 
  • Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills; 
  • Ability to manage workload to deliver multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines with minimal supervision; 
  • Proactive and responsive approach to project management; 
  • Strong leadership and team management skills; 
  • Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders; 
  • High level of attention to detail and accuracy; 
  • Effective conflict resolution and decision-making skills; 
  • Ability to adapt to changing environments and manage multiple priorities; 
  • Strong presentation and public speaking skills; 
  • Ability to conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies; 
  • Experience in procurement and contract management; 
  • Ability to use project management software such as MS Projects, Primavera, or similar tools; 
  • Strong report writing and documentation skills; 
  • Technical proficiency in the built environment; 
  • Ability to oversee and coordinate planning, design, development, and implementation of complex infrastructure projects; 
  • Ability to lead infrastructure projects without use of consultants. 
 
Core Competencies: 
  • Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools; 
  • Knowledge of engineering principles and practices; 
  • Understanding of safety, quality and regulatory standards in engineering projects; 
  • Knowledge of budgeting and financial management; 
  • Knowledge of the local government environment; 
  • Knowledge of the City’s strategy (IDP), prescribed methodologies, legislative, policy and regulatory frameworks; 
  • Strong built environment experience; 
  • Collaborative/Teamwork, Values and Integrity, Attention to detail, and quality-focused; 
  • Customer and Service Delivery Management (Batho Pele) Ethics, Professionalism; 
  • Impact and Influence according to the City’s protocols, legislation, and standards.

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VACANCY CIRCULAR 103/2025 
 
This Vacancy is open to Employees of the City of Johannesburg and External Candidates 
 
Closing Date: Thursday, 04 September 2025 
 
WE HAVE AN EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITY FOR: 
PERMANENT POSITION: 
  • REGIONAL PROJECT MANAGER 
 
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS 
  • Complete the online job application form and attach all relevant and updated documents (Certified Qualification/s/Certificates, ID, and CV). 
  • Applicants should take note that they can be required to provide proof of original documents during the selection process. 
  • You will be requested to provide a brief description of your work experience relating to the vacancy. 
  • Applicants with membership in professional bodies need to provide a membership number and expiry date. 
  • If you are an internal applicant, your employee number will be required. 
  • Applicants are advised to use Google Chrome when applying for CoJ positions. 
 
DISCLAIMER
  • The City of Johannesburg is currently recruiting and will not demand payment in any form for any job placement. All vacancies are advertised in newspapers and on the CoJ website. 
  • The City of Johannesburg applies the principles of employment equity as per the National legislation and policy guidelines and will consider designated groups in line with these requirements. We are an equal-opportunity employer. 
  • By submitting your application for a position at the City of Johannesburg, you are consenting that the personal information submitted as part of your application may be used for the purposes of the Recruitment and Selection and related process. 
  • However, registering your CV and/or receipt and acknowledgement of any kind shall not be an indication that your application will be successful and/or lead to employment. 
  • The City of Johannesburg shall not be liable for any damage, loss, or liability of whatsoever nature arising from your use of the job opportunity section of this website. 
  • The City of Johannesburg reserves the right not to make an appointment. 
  • Any misrepresentation or failure to disclose material information on the application form or CV will automatically disqualify your application.
 
 
“All suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and will be considered. The City of Johannesburg applies the principles of employment equity as per National legislation and policy guidelines and will consider designated groups in line with these requirements. Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged groups, including those with disabilities. Appointments will be made in accordance with the approved Employment Equity Plan to promote its equitable representation in terms of race, gender and disability.” 
 
Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the link below: 
https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1-7IZs-ZOTjexZdGHe_Nr9wew554
APPLY ONLINE VIA THIS LINK: www.joburg.org.za
ENQUIRIES ONLY: 
Contact Person: Nthabiseng Majara 
Tel No: 011 407 6553 
CLOSING DATE: THURSDAY, 04 SEPTEMBER 2025 
 
Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment/response is received within six (6) weeks of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. By submitting your application for a position at the City of Johannesburg, you are consenting that the personal information submitted as part of your application may be used for the purposes of the Recruitment and Selection and related process. In terms of the Talent Acquisition Policy of the City of Johannesburg, you hereby consent to the following risk checks should your application be shortlisted: 
  • Credit Record, 
  • CV validation, 
  • Employment record verification, 
  • Criminal check, and 
  • Identity validation.