JOHANNESBURG SOCIAL HOUSING COMPANY - JOSHCO VACANCIES

 
 
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT
 
The Johannesburg Social Housing Company SOC Limited (JOSHCO) mandate is to develop and manage affordable rental housing for the lower market as an integral part of efforts to eradicate the housing backlog of the City of Johannesburg. JOSHCO is a registered Social Housing Institution and is accredited by the Social Housing Regulatory Authority (SHRA). 
JOSHCO invites suitably qualified and experienced persons to apply for the following vacant position. 
 
ALLOCATIONS AND TENANT MANAGEMENT OFFICER X2 
Employment Status : Permanent 
Department : Housing Management 
 
Purpose of the Job: The position is responsible to ensures that revenue to JOSHCO is optimised by ensuring that all units within an estate are fully occupied with tenants who are bound by a clear, legal actionable and mutually beneficial signed lease and that the contractual relationship with tenants is effectively managed 
 
Responsibilities (but not limited to the following): 

• All units within JOSHCO projects in the cluster are occupied at all times by tenants who are bound by a clear, legal, actionable and mutually beneficial lease agreements. 
• The process of billing and rent collection from tenants is supported through cooperation with billing and finance 
• JOSHCO Tenants in the cluster are satisfied with their leases and understand their contractual obligations 
• Lease queries are dealt with quickly and efficiently 
• The housing estates within the cluster meet the required occupancy and vacancy rate
• Leases are clear, legal, actionable and occasion few difficulties 
• Departing tenants are properly managed, deposits repaid and terminated from the system 
• Customer data is properly maintained on the property management system 
• Compliance is maintained with all JOSHCO systems (performance management, HR, finance, Stakeholder information, property management, reporting etc.) 
• Guide the prospective tenants through the leasing requirements. 
• Process applications. 
• Conduct all required reference and ITC checks 
• Confirm employment and earnings 
• Process qualifying applications on project waiting lists 
• Open the tenant account and load the tenant information onto the property management system 
• Receive requests from revenue for indigent tenants 
• Process applications for rent relief 
• Receive tenant notices of vacating premises 
• Process the termination of the tenant. 
• Process the necessary deposit refund. 
• Terminate evicted tenants. 

 
Minimum job Requirements, interested applicants must be in possession of: 

• Grade 12 
• Degree / National Diploma in Property Management / Public Management / Similar. 
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Property Management, preferably as an Estate Officer or in leasing or credit control environment. 
• Experience in the Municipal or Social Housing sectors and estate projects is an advantage; and Basic computer skills 

 

• General Management Skills: Communication –(Intermediate), Conflict Management – (Basic), Relationship Management – (Basic), Teamwork – (intermediate), Financial, Accounting and Budgeting – (Basic), Project Management (Basic), Planning and Organising (Basic), Problem Solving (Basic) 
• Technical Knowledge and Skills: Accounting, Financial Management, Budgeting and, Monitoring and Evaluation. 
• Attributes: Emotional Intelligence, Persuasion, Assertiveness, Interpersonal Skills, Attention to detail, Adaptability and flexibility, and Situational sensitivity. 

 
 
Application Procedure: 
Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the following link below, by either copying the link onto browser or click on the link: https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1RSEYzfEYQle5QXNvQFR6rAew554
 
JOSHCO is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and all appointments will be made in accordance with the Company’s Employment Equity Plan to promote its representivity (race, gender, and disability). Correspondence will only be limited to shortlisted candidates and applicants who have not been contacted within 6 weeks should consider their applications unsuccessful. JOSHCO reserves the right not to make an appointment. 
 
The Closing Date for Applications is 26 October 2023.
 
Executive Directors: Mr. Bongani Radebe (Acting CEO & ED), Ms. Nontobeko Ndimande (CFO & ED), Mr. Themba Mathibe (COO), Ms. Sesupo Bridgette Mbonambi (Chairperson & NED), Ms. Madonna Rangaka (Acting Company Secretary), Mr. Ingle Jnr Singh (NED), Mr. Henry Jerry Markus (NED), Mr. Tabane Manene (NED), Mr. Andre Smith (NED), Mr. Simon Clarke (NED), Ms. Jacelyn Scott (NED), Ms. Yolandi Erasmus (NED), Mr. Jacques Watson (NED), Mr. Simon Masemola (NED), Mr. Terry Tselane (NED), Ms. Simphiwe Mnisi (NED) Mr. Shane Makhate Nqakalatsane 
Registration Number: 2003/008063/30 
 
 
 
 

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INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT
 
The Johannesburg Social Housing Company SOC Limited (JOSHCO) mandate is to develop and manage affordable rental housing for the lower market as an integral part of efforts to eradicate the housing backlog of the City of Johannesburg. JOSHCO is a registered Social Housing Institution and is accredited by the Social Housing Regulatory Authority (SHRA). 
JOSHCO invites suitably qualified and experienced persons to apply for the following vacant position. 
 
TOWN PLANNER 
Employment Status : Permanent 
Department : Office of the Chief Operations Officer 
 
Purpose of the Job: The position is responsible to plan and manage land and services for all infrastructure projects, interact with relevant role-players in terms of land and services issues, Prepare business cases and strategic briefs. Manage alignment between JOSHCO’s planning framework and the Gauteng Provincial Spatial framework and that of CoJ. Manage town planning as part of infrastructure Planning. Direct town planning analyses to develop and maintain a physical resource planning framework. Direct spatial modelling to post project evaluations. 
 
Responsibilities (but not limited to the following): 

• Developing appropriate terms of reference for the appointment of professional consultants for land and property identification purposes. 
• Implementing appropriate procurement practices to ensure appointment of required project resources in line with project timeframes. 
• Gathering critical data to inform the planning process. 
• Coordinating the development of the Company’s Land Acquisition Plan. 
• Identifying suitable land for project development. 
• Identifying buildings for purchase for social housing purposes. 
• Participating in the planning and design of housing development projects from conceptualization to implementation. 
• Defining project feasibility factors, resourcing requirements and project deliverables and time frames. 
• Managing town planning applications and submissions and ensuring that effective town planning processes are adhered to. 
• Obtaining requisite approvals for various aspects of the planned projects from relevant competent authorities. 
• Developing full scale project plans and associated communication documentation. 
• Managing the professional consultants involved in the assessment of identified land to ensure suitability. 
• Ensuring town planning processes are implemented within the set timelines. 
• Using all communication media to effectively detail town planning processes and progress to consultants, contractors, and stakeholders. 
• Preparing and implementing project communication plans in liaison with other project members. 
• Preparing for and attending monthly planning meetings with professional consultants. 
• Attending meetings with strategic partners to facilitate town planning approvals for projects in the pipeline. 

 
Minimum job Requirements, interested applicants must be in possession of: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Urban/Town and Regional Planning or relevant qualification. 
• Project Management qualification will be an added advantage. 
• A minimum of Five (5) years’ relevant experience in Town Planning or related area after registration with the South African Council for Town and Regional Planners (SACPLAN) as a professional planner. 
• Experience in project management of town planning processes 
• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of Municipal Land Use Planning. 
• Knowledge of the subdivision and shore land and Municipal Zoning Statutes. 
• Experience in the Municipal or Social Housing sectors and managing multiple-large estate projects will be advantageous. 

 

• General Management Skills: Communication –(Complex), Conflict Management – (Complex), Relationship Management – (Complex), Teamwork – (Complex), Project Management (Complex), Planning and Organising (Complex), Problem Solving (Complex) 
• Technical Knowledge and Skills: Housing Sector Legislation, Housing Design and Construction Techniques, Construction Management and Monitoring, Knowledge of policy and procedure development and implementation. 
• Attributes: Emotional Intelligence, Persuasion, Assertiveness, Interpersonal Skills, Attention to detail, Adaptability and flexibility, and Situational sensitivity. 

 
 
Application Procedure: 
Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the following link below, by either copying the link onto browser or click on the link: https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/161gw3jiPTQaRDhWOauBknAew554
 
JOSHCO is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and all appointments will be made in accordance with the Company’s Employment Equity Plan to promote its representivity (race, gender, and disability). Correspondence will only be limited to shortlisted candidates and applicants who have not been contacted within 6 weeks should consider their applications unsuccessful. JOSHCO reserves the right not to make an appointment. 
 
The Closing Date for Applications is 26 October 2023.
 
Executive Directors: Mr. Bongani Radebe (Acting CEO & ED), Ms. Nontobeko Ndimande (CFO & ED), Mr. Themba Mathibe (COO), Ms. Sesupo Bridgette Mbonambi (Chairperson & NED), Ms. Madonna Rangaka (Acting Company Secretary), Mr. Ingle Jnr Singh (NED), Mr. Henry Jerry Markus (NED), Mr. Tabane Manene (NED), Mr. Andre Smith (NED), Mr. Simon Clarke (NED), Ms. Jacelyn Scott (NED), Ms. Yolandi Erasmus (NED), Mr. Jacques Watson (NED), Mr. Simon Masemola (NED), Mr. Terry Tselane (NED), Ms. Simphiwe Mnisi (NED) Mr. Shane Makhate Nqakalatsane 
Registration Number: 2003/008063/30 
 
 
 
 

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INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERT
 
The Johannesburg Social Housing Company SOC Limited (JOSHCO) mandate is to develop and manage affordable rental housing for the lower market as an integral part of efforts to eradicate the housing backlog of the City of Johannesburg. JOSHCO is a registered Social Housing Institution and is accredited by the Social Housing Regulatory Authority (SHRA). 
We invite suitably qualified and experienced persons to apply for the following vacant position. 
 
SOCIAL FACILITATOR X4 
Employment Status : Permanent 
Department : Office of the Chief Operations Officer
 
Purpose of the Job: To build and maintain relationships with ward Cllrs, community members, tenants, targeted internal staff members and other JOSHCO stakeholders to better understand their concerns and perceptions, build and maintain mutually beneficial relations. The role will further be responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of external stakeholder relations strategy. 
 
Responsibilities (but not limited to the following): 

• Assist in the development and execution of Public and Stakeholder Relations strategy. 
• Community and tenant engagements. 
• Attend community and tenant meetings. 
• Brief the community about the project in the ward. 
• Assist in the development and implementation plan of handling community and escalated tenant complaints. 
• Identification of all relevant stakeholders, secure buy in and support 
• Liaise with community leaders, community representative’s structures and leverage trust and forge healthy relationships with key stakeholders. 
• Record and coordinate correspondence received from stakeholders. 
• Organise meetings and record proceedings. 
• Management and safe keeping of all correspondence. 
• Provide logistical support to the unit. 
• Keep tenants informed on Projects developments. 
• Liaise with identified stakeholders and ensure that they are informed and satisfied with the service rendered in projects and facilities. 

 
Minimum job requirements, interested applicants must be in possession of: 

• Grade 12 
• A National Diploma/Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Business Management and Community Development studies 
• 03 years’ experience in a similar position. 
• Experience in the public sector will be an added advantage. 
• Code 08 valid driver’s license is a necessity. 

 
Skills and competencies - The ideal applicant must possess the following skills and competencies: 

• Generic skills: Communication, Relation Management, Teamwork, Facilitation, Analytical, Numerical, Deadline driven, Excellent interpersonal skills, Presentation, Marketing, Excellent written and verbal. 
• Management and leadership skills: People Management, Planning and Organizing, Problem Solving, ability to work independently and within a team. 
• Attributes: Hard Working, Emotional intelligence, Assertiveness, Prioritization, Interpersonal Skills, Pay attention to detail, Flexible, Reliable, Innovation, Persuasion, Innovation, and proactive nature. 

 
Application Procedure: 
Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the following link below, by either copying the link onto browser or click on the link: https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1pwwBMVG9R0ajKBT0jIXRrwew554
 
JOSHCO is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and all appointments will be made in accordance with the Company’s Employment Equity Plan to promote its representivity (race, gender, and disability). Correspondence will only be limited to shortlisted candidates and applicants who have not been contacted within 6 weeks should consider their applications unsuccessful. JOSHCO reserves the right not to make an appointment. 
 
The Closing date for applications is 28 October 2023.
 
Executive Directors: Mr. Bongani Radebe (Acting CEO & ED), Ms. Nontobeko Ndimande (CFO & ED), Mr. Themba Mathibe (COO), Ms. Sesupo Bridgette Mbonambi (Chairperson & NED), Ms. Madonna Rangaka (Acting Company Secretary), Mr. Ingle Jnr Singh (NED), Mr. Henry Jerry Markus (NED), Mr. Tabane Manene (NED), Mr. Andre Smith (NED), Mr. Simon Clarke (NED), Ms. Jacelyn Scott (NED), Ms. Yolandi Erasmus (NED), Mr. Jacques Watson (NED), Mr. Simon Masemola (NED), Mr. Terry Tselane (NED), Ms. Simphiwe Mnisi (NED) Mr. Shane Makhate Nqakalatsane 
Registration Number: 2003/008063/30 
 
 
 
 

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INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT
 
The Johannesburg Social Housing Company SOC Limited (JOSHCO) mandate is to develop and manage affordable rental housing for the lower market as an integral part of efforts to eradicate the housing backlog of the City of Johannesburg. JOSHCO is a registered Social Housing Institution and is accredited by the Social Housing Regulatory Authority (SHRA). 
JOSHCO invites suitably qualified and experienced persons to apply for the following vacant position. 
 
PROGRAM MANAGER: IMPLEMENTATION
Employment Status : Permanent 
Department : Office of the Chief Operations Officer 
 
Purpose of the Job: The position is responsible to ensure JOSHCO's growth through the on time, on budget and to specification delivery of new build projects. Manage projects and work with internal and external clients. Take overall responsibility for planning, managing, and delivering projects that are: medium to large in size, complex in nature, high in risk profile and have multiple inter-dependencies. 
 
Responsibilities (but not limited to the following): 

• Developing an annual construction and property / project’s management plan. 
• Providing technical oversight of the construction of the projects in terms of time, budget, and quality. 
• Reviewing reports and providing troubleshooting to projects with challenges. 
• Overseeing the handover and maintenance liability period of the project. 
• Developing tender specifications for the appointment of service providers. 
• Developing contracting documentation for professionals and contractors. 
• Exercising sound business judgement; identifying, investigating and analysing development opportunities, including innovative solutions. 
• Preparing property development business cases and funding proposals, including all aspects of feasibility investigations (including acquisitions, constructions & consultancies 
• Ensuring that projects are implemented within contractual obligations and regulatory requirements, project timelines and budget requirements. 
• Maintaining project plans and communicating status to Management and clients as needed. 
• Developing a Housing Development budget in line with Capex and Operational plan. 
• Reporting on financial performance of Housing Development. 
• Monitoring Housing Development expenditure against the budget. 
• Monitoring delivery of projects to ensure that they achieve their original objectives, tracking and auditing of contract terms. 
• Managing accurate and comprehensive documentation including funder, consultant and contractor agreements. 

 
Minimum job Requirements, interested applicants must be in possession of: 

• Degree in Building Science, Construction Management or similar. 
• Minimum of six (6) years’ experience in construction project management and construction contracts. 
• Planning and time management (preparing progress reports); financial and budget management (monitoring budget reports); communication delegation (on site management, team meetings); general construction knowledge and managing large infrastructure projects. 
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, construction regulations, standards, incidents, investigation techniques and risk assessment methodologies. 
• Knowledge in managing professionals within the built environment 
• A registered SACPCMP -PrCPM professionals, no candidate registrations will be considered. 
• A valid professional registration with SACPCMP 

 

• General Management Skills: Communication –(Complex), Conflict Management – (Complex), Relationship Management – (Complex), Teamwork – (Complex), Project Management (Complex), Planning and Organising (Complex), Problem Solving (Complex) 
• Technical Knowledge and Skills: Housing Sector Legislation, Housing Design and Construction Techniques, Construction Management and Monitoring, Knowledge of policy and procedure development and implementation. 
• Attributes: Emotional Intelligence, Persuasion, Assertiveness, Interpersonal Skills, Attention to detail, Adaptability and flexibility, and Situational sensitivity. 

 
                        
Application Procedure: 
Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the following link below, by either copying the link onto browser or click on the link: https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/15UwL3ae2S9qCDMsXVwaT-Qew554
 
JOSHCO is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and all appointments will be made in accordance with the Company’s Employment Equity Plan to promote its representivity (race, gender, and disability). Correspondence will only be limited to shortlisted candidates and applicants who have not been contacted within 6 weeks should consider their applications unsuccessful. JOSHCO reserves the right not to make an appointment. 
 
The Closing Date for Applications is 26 October 2023.
 
Executive Directors: Mr. Bongani Radebe (Acting CEO & ED), Ms. Nontobeko Ndimande (CFO & ED), Mr. Themba Mathibe (COO), Ms. Sesupo Bridgette Mbonambi (Chairperson & NED), Ms. Madonna Rangaka (Acting Company Secretary), Mr. Ingle Jnr Singh (NED), Mr. Henry Jerry Markus (NED), Mr. Tabane Manene (NED), Mr. Andre Smith (NED), Mr. Simon Clarke (NED), Ms. Jacelyn Scott (NED), Ms. Yolandi Erasmus (NED), Mr. Jacques Watson (NED), Mr. Simon Masemola (NED), Mr. Terry Tselane (NED), Ms. Simphiwe Mnisi (NED) Mr. Shane Makhate Nqakalatsane 
Registration Number: 2003/008063/30

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INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT 
 
The Johannesburg Social Housing Company SOC Limited (JOSHCO) mandate is to develop and manage affordable rental housing for the lower market as an integral part of efforts to eradicate the housing backlog of the City of Johannesburg. JOSHCO is a registered Social Housing Institution and is accredited by the Social Housing Regulatory Authority (SHRA). 
JOSHCO invites suitably qualified and experienced persons to apply for the following vacant position. 
 
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OFFICER X2
Employment Status : Permanent 
Department : Office of the Chief Operations Officer 
 
Purpose of the Job: The position is responsible to implement the JOSHCO community development strategy and to support the development of sustainable communities that improve the quality of life of tenants at JOSHCO and to manage the social environment within the JOSHCO buildings 
 
Responsibilities (but not limited to the following): 

• Establish community development needs and priorities in Joshco buildings. 
• Create and work in partnership with Joshco tenant and communities. 
• Maintain current database on issues to community development programmes. 
• Attend meetings and events with tenants and other external parties to assist and guide their initiatives e.g., Local Forums to address social issues. 
• Publicize and promote the objectives and functions of the position of community development in the buildings. 
• Ensure appropriate community engagement in the various buildings. 
• Promote projects in the buildings 
• Report on potential training needs that emerge from community development processes. 
• Align training needs to the EPWP programme implemented by Joshco. 
• Organise suitable training venue and encourage tenants to attend training sessions. 
• Provide logistical support to training service providers. 
• Arrange follow up training with suitable handouts necessary. 
• Publicize and promote the objectives and functions of the position of community development in the buildings. 
• Work closely with the various tenant representative bodies and establish good working relationships with these bodies 
• Ensure that all approved policies and procedures are circulated to all concerned. 
• Develop a short-term plan to cope with the urgent needs of the various communities. 
• Identify opportunities for EPWP implementation in Joshco. 
• Provide support in managing the EPWP learnerships. 
• Implement the EPWP project plans. 
• Report on progress against agreed project plans and EPWP targets 
• Assist visitors and other interested parties to gain a full understanding of the company’s community development programmes. 

 
Minimum job Requirements, interested applicants must be in possession of: 

• Grade 12 
• Diploma ( NQF level 6) or Degree ( NQF level 7) in Public management, Social Sciences, Social Work or a related field. 
• At least two (2) years’ experience in a related field, community development and management. 
• Strong community development or program management experience will be an added advantage. 
• Experience in the public sector will be an advantage. 

 

• General Management Skills: Communication –(Complex), Conflict Management – (Complex), Relationship Management – (Complex), Teamwork – (Complex), Project Management (Complex), Planning and Organising (Complex), Problem Solving (Complex) 
• Technical Knowledge and Skills: Housing Sector Legislation, Monitoring and Evaluation. 
• Attributes: Emotional Intelligence, Persuasion, Assertiveness, Interpersonal Skills, Attention to detail, Adaptability and flexibility, and Situational sensitivity. 

 
 
Application Procedure: 
Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the following link below, by either copying the link onto browser or click on the link: https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/12yByBggHQhqLwAOvurvzMwew554
 
JOSHCO is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and all appointments will be made in accordance with the Company’s Employment Equity Plan to promote its representivity (race, gender, and disability). Correspondence will only be limited to shortlisted candidates and applicants who have not been contacted within 6 weeks should consider their applications unsuccessful. JOSHCO reserves the right not to make an appointment. 
 
The Closing Date for Applications is 26 October 2023.
 
Executive Directors: Mr. Bongani Radebe (Acting CEO & ED), Ms. Nontobeko Ndimande (CFO & ED), Mr. Themba Mathibe (COO), Ms. Sesupo Bridgette Mbonambi (Chairperson & NED), Ms. Madonna Rangaka (Acting Company Secretary), Mr. Ingle Jnr Singh (NED), Mr. Henry Jerry Markus (NED), Mr. Tabane Manene (NED), Mr. Andre Smith (NED), Mr. Simon Clarke (NED), Ms. Jacelyn Scott (NED), Ms. Yolandi Erasmus (NED), Mr. Jacques Watson (NED), Mr. Simon Masemola (NED), Mr. Terry Tselane (NED), Ms. Simphiwe Mnisi (NED) Mr. Shane Makhate Nqakalatsane
Registration Number: 2003/008063/30