HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AGENCY (HDA)

 

 

 

TEMPORARY PROPERTY ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (HEAD OFFICE)

Location Gauteng

12 Months Fixed-Term-Contract

Reference HDAPAO001

Salary R298 100

 

Responsibilities

Unit coordination and liaison

  • Coordinate regularly and provide reports on the Immovable property portfolio including reporting monthly and quarterly on property accounts and rental matters.
  • Assist with developing and reviewing unit policies and operating procedures.
  • Monitoring, prioritizing, scheduling, supporting unit programs, tasks and activities
  • Collating unit reports
  • Arrange unit meetings and record minutes
  • Assist in administering unit dashboard and expenditure reports.

Rent and Rates Administration

  • Billing of tenants monthly in line with signed lease agreements.
  • Ensure tenants pay their rentals on or before agreed timelines.
  • Ensure all municipal accounts are opened and paid timeously for all properties in the asset register.
  • Drafting of rent recons for all leases in place.
  • Assist with Valuation document compliance

Lease and Property Finance Administration

  • Coordinating with Finance to ensure appropriate and accurate financial reporting and budgeting
  • General assistance at ad hoc requests.

Document Management

  • Develop and implement a system to safekeep and record all documents relevant to rental and accounts administration in the Land Property Management and Holding unit.
  • Maintain up-to-date immovable asset information.

Administration & Support

  • Provide general administrative support to the unit manager.
  • Control and follow-up on all rent and municipal accounts administrative matters.
  • Manage logistical & administrative arrangements relating to leases, inspections, rent collections and property levies.
  • Render an all-round administration service pertaining to management of land and property assets.
  • Extract Lightstone report from the system.
  • Prepare activating forms for procurement process.

Asset Data Capturing

  • Capture all required info on asset register, historic data, expenditures, and work activities on all immovable properties.

 

Requirements

  • Matric (Grade 12)
  • A National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in the Property Studies or Real Estate, and Finance.
  • A Degree in Property Studies or Real Estate, and Finance would be an advantage.
  • 1 years’ experience in the Property Management and Finance.
  • Competent in MS Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Project).
  • Code 8 (B) driver’s license or above is necessary and be able to travel extensively.

 

When submitting your application for a position, please adhere to the following:

  1. CVs received after the closing date will NOT be considered.
  2. The Job Title and Reference number for the relevant position must appear in the subject line of your application.
  3. The CV must be in PDF format.
  4. Copies of all qualifications must be provided.
  5. Copies of identity document must be provided.
  6. Two contactable references must be provided.

 

Kindly take note if you have not been contacted within twenty-one (21) working days of the closing date; please consider your application unsuccessful. Should you not comply with the above requirements your application will NOT be considered.

 

Conditions of service:

  • The HDA is an equal opportunity employer
  • Appointments will be made in accordance with the HDA Employment Equity policy and priority given to people living with disabilities and females
  • South African citizens from ethnic groups listed as Africans, White, Indian and Coloured populations are all encouraged to apply for job opportunities in the HDA . The HDA reserves the right not to make an appointment.

 

We thank all applicants for their interest.

Communication will be conducted with short-listed applicants only.

The HDA operates in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act 3 of 2013 (“POPI Act”), and by submitting your personal information to the HDA (by way of application and/or providing any other documentation as may be required during the recruitment process), you agree that the HDA may utilise and process your personal information in accordance with the POPI Act.

 

Closing Date 30/04/2026

 

Application Email

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV together with supporting documents, clearly indicating the position applied for, to: hdarecruitland@thehda.co.za

 

 

 

 

 

 

SPECIALIST: TRANSFORMATION AND EMPOWERMENT (HEAD OFFICE)

Location Gauteng

3 Years Fixed-Term-Contract

Reference HDASTE001

Salary R807 700 - R1 050 000

 

Responsibilities

 

Quality Management

  • Implement and execute the entity transformation and empowerment plan.
  • Support the monitoring and reporting on the entity transformation & empowerment plan including implementation plans, processes, policies, targets, outputs, and outcomes.
  • Support the entity in the management of programme stakeholder management to achieve the outcomes of the programme and in engaging on a regular basis with key stakeholders for the purposes of updates on transformation progress.
  • Compile and assist in the reporting of all related transformation imperatives related to transformation and empowerment objectives of the HDA.
  • Assist and support the reporting of procurement monitoring to ensure required targets related to designated groups and community initiatives are implemented and achieved.
  • Assist in the development of evaluation tools, methods and frameworks that will ensure compliance and adherence to approved standards and procedures.

Programme Administration Management and Implementation

  • Ensure and support efficient, effective, and good practice programme and project administration.
  • Ensure appropriate programme and project document management, tracking and reporting.
  • Ensure all HDA policy, legislative and administrative frameworks are applied and complied with in the management of the function optimally and information is integrated and readily available for reporting.
  • Coordinate and manage project deliverables consistent with the required HDA administrative systems.
  • Monitor and evaluate statuses of each project for reporting purposes

Transformation and Empowerment Required Areas Of Output and Outcome

  • Report on entity B-BBEE interventions related to housing and human settlements development including targets, outputs, and outcomes.
  • Initiate, design, and implement approved programme projects.
  • Support and Assist Entity Units to advance transformation in the following regards:
  • Women empowerment
  • Youth employment
  • Preferred procurement BEE for community benefit
  • Preferred procurement transformation
  • Empowerment of disabled persons within the sector
  • Support the access to jobs and skills development.
  • Support entry of new firms in the construction sector
  • Empowerment of military veterans
  • Promotion of local content through transformation and empowerment

Employment Equity Support

  • Input in HDA human resources policy and planning and monitoring support thereof
  • Support the development of the HDA Employment Equity Plan and B-BBEE Strategy and Action Plan
  • Support problem solving and developing value-adding strategies align transformation and empowerment legislation and objectives.
  • Support the Implementation & annual planning for transformation and empowerment targeting and outputs.
  • Support and assist with interventions or training programs and advancement opportunity, identifying of obstacles that are present for specified designated groups

Project Management

  • Identify and facilitate engagements and interventions for economic participation for all designated groups for the advancement of transformation and empowerment.
  • Implement and facilitate the implementation and support of policies, plans and frameworks where appropriate to enhance socio-economic impact.
  • Develop and support plans that ensure that local communities derive maximum benefit from the investment through access to labour, sub-contracting opportunities, socio-economic investment, and income.
  • Support successful conclusion of transformation project.
  • Support principle that transformation targets are linked to the human settlement transformation score card

Stakeholder Engagements

  • Design, plan and support research, network with relevant role-players and make appropriate contact with public sector organisations.
  • Gather relevant information data including key decision-making processes, strategic choices and timing of priorities, to support evidence-based programme and project planning.
  • Support CEO and supervisors in the compilation of reports and presentations to promote transformation in the sector and HDA functions, mandate, and role.
  • Advise and organize appropriate meetings, interventions, appointments, engagements, networking sessions and presentations as maybe required.

People Management

  • Manage and lead any personnel falling under the position scope of authority.
  • Set clear objectives for the position and scope of work to measure achievements against objectives based on the HDA performance management system.
  • Build and manage relationships with staff members.
  • Implement and comply with the HDA policies and procedures as required.
  • Manage risks within programme and projects.

 

Requirements

  • Relevant Degree in Human Resources Management and/or Education and/or Development Studies.
  • Valid Driver’s License.
  • Ability and willingness to travel.
  • Computer literacy and proficiency to research, write, compile and prepare reports and presentations.
  • Minimum 10 years’ experience in Social and Community Development and/or Transformation and/or Empowerment and/or Change Management.
  • Experience and knowledge of Skills Development and Training.
  • Experience in Enterprise Development and Corporate Social Investment Programmes.
  • A minimum of 3 years of this experience must be at management level.

 

When submitting your application for a position, please adhere to the following:

  1. CVs received after the closing date will NOT be considered.
  2. The Job Title and Reference number for the relevant position must appear in the subject line of your application.
  3. The CV must be in PDF format.
  4. Copies of all qualifications must be provided.
  5. Copies of identity document must be provided.
  6. Two contactable references must be provided.

 

Kindly take note if you have not been contacted within twenty-one (21) working days of the closing date; please consider your application unsuccessful. Should you not comply with the above requirements your application will NOT be considered.

 

Conditions of service:

  • The HDA is an equal opportunity employer
  • Appointments will be made in accordance with the HDA Employment Equity policy and priority given to people living with disabilities and females
  • South African citizens from ethnic groups listed as Africans, White, Indian and Coloured populations are all encouraged to apply for job opportunities in the HDA . The HDA reserves the right not to make an appointment.

 

We thank all applicants for their interest.

Communication will be conducted with short-listed applicants only.

The HDA operates in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act 3 of 2013 (“POPI Act”), and by submitting your personal information to the HDA (by way of application and/or providing any other documentation as may be required during the recruitment process), you agree that the HDA may utilise and process your personal information in accordance with the POPI Act.

 

Closing Date 30/04/2026

 

Application Email

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV together with supporting documents, clearly indicating the position applied for, to: HDARecruitSSPPC@thehda.co.za

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CHIEF ENGINEER: REGION A (WESTERN CAPE)

Location Western Cape

3 Years Fixed-Term-Contract

Reference HDACE001

Salary R1 015 600 - R1 320 300

 

Responsibilities

Project Planning and Design

  • Carry out technical and feasibility studies and draw up blueprints that satisfy technical specifications of projects
  • Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photography, and other topographical or geologic data to plan
  • Develop and design systems and structures, in line with built environment standards, using design software and drawing
  • Conduct on site investigations and analyse data (maps, reports, tests, drawings and other)
  • Assess potential risks, materials and costs
  • Provide advice and resolve creatively any emerging problems/deficiencies
  • Estimate quantities and cost of materials, equipment, or labour to determine project
  • Manage the planning and implementation of Human Settlement Development projects undertaken by the Provincial Department of Human Settlements which includes the following:
  • Plan and develop new housing and infrastructure projects to be implemented by the Provincial Department of Human Settlements.
  • Oversee construction and on-going monitoring and evaluation of projects planned and implemented by the Provincial Department of Human Settlements.

 

Project Development and Management

  •  Inspect project sites to monitor progress and ensure conformance to design specifications and safety or other construction development standards.
  • Provide technical advice regarding design, construction, or program modifications and structural repairs to the technical team.
  • Monitor progress and compile reports in project status
  • Resolve design and development problems
  • Assess the sustainability and environmental impact of projects
  • Ensure projects run smoothly and structures are completed within budget and on time
  • Hand / oversee the handing over process of the completed structures and services for use
  • Inspect project sites to monitor progress and ensure conformance to design specifications and safety.
  • Direct construction, operations, and maintenance activities at project site.
  • Estimate quantities and cost of materials, equipment, or labor to determine project feasibility.
  • Prepare or present public reports, such as bid proposals, deeds, environmental impact statements, and property and right-of-way descriptions.
  • Management of complex infrastructure development and construction projects from inception to full life circle
  • Interpret test soil results of materials to determine the adequacy and strength of foundations, concrete, asphalt, or steel.
  • Provide technical advice regarding design, construction, or program modifications and structural repairs to industrial and managerial personnel.

 

Compliance Management

  • Ensure that service providers comply with stated service level agreements and contractual obligations
  • Provide timely feedback to Provincial Department of Human Settlements management regarding any contractual transgressions that may occur during projects implementation.
  • Ensure implementation of projects are within established policies, systems, procedures, processes and practices.
  • Provide advice and assistance to others in order to ensure their compliance with policy, governance procedures, as well as industry standards.
  • Identify areas of non-compliance and implement corrective action.

 

Requirements

  • Degree or BTech in Engineering
  • Professional registration is a requirement
  • Must be registered with ECSA as a Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.)/Professional Technologist (B-Tech).
  • Minimum of 10 years relevant engineering experience
  • Proven experience managing large-scale infrastructure or capital projects
  • Knowledge of public sector regulatory frameworks (PFMA, MFMA as applicable)
  • Knowledge of contract management (NEC/ GCC/ FIDIC/ JBCC) and procurement frameworks
  • At least 5 years in a senior management or leadership role

 

When submitting your application for a position, please adhere to the following:

  1. CVs received after the closing date will NOT be considered.
  2. The Job Title and Reference number for the relevant position must appear in the subject line of your application.
  3. The CV must be in PDF format.
  4. Copies of all qualifications must be provided.
  5. Copies of identity document must be provided.
  6. Two contactable references must be provided.

 

Kindly take note if you have not been contacted within twenty-one (21) working days of the closing date; please consider your application unsuccessful. Should you not comply with the above requirements your application will NOT be considered.

 

Conditions of service:

  • The HDA is an equal opportunity employer
  • Appointments will be made in accordance with the HDA Employment Equity policy and priority given to people living with disabilities and females
  • South African citizens from ethnic groups listed as Africans, White, Indian and Coloured populations are all encouraged to apply for job opportunities in the HDA . The HDA reserves the right not to make an appointment.

 

We thank all applicants for their interest.

Communication will be conducted with short-listed applicants only.

The HDA operates in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act 3 of 2013 (“POPI Act”), and by submitting your personal information to the HDA (by way of application and/or providing any other documentation as may be required during the recruitment process), you agree that the HDA may utilise and process your personal information in accordance with the POPI Act.

 

Closing Date 30/04/2026

 

Application Email

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV together with supporting documents, clearly indicating the position applied for, to: hdarecruitregwc@thehda.co.za