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KWAZULU NATAL DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS VACANCIES
KWAZULU NATAL DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
APPLICATIONS : Direct your application quoting the reference number of the post you are applying for and the name of the publication in which you saw the advertisement to The Director: Human Resource Management Department of Public Works, Private Bag X9142, Pietermaritzburg, 3200, for attention Mrs ZJ Hlongwane. Alternatively, applications can be delivered to 191 Prince Alfred Street, Pietermaritzburg or online via kznpw.jobs.headoffice@kznworks.gov.za. Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts through the online e-Recruitment system at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs. Applicants can submit their Z83 and CV online and directly to the email addresses indicated above in respect of the different centres where the posts exist.
CLOSING DATE : 13 June 2025
NOTE : Directions To Candidates Note to applicants: The Provincial Administration of KwaZulu-Natal is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applications must be submitted individually on the prescribed new approved Z83 form, the form is available from the website www.kznworks.gov.za or can be obtainable from any Public Service department, and must be accompanied by a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). Certified copies of supporting documents need not accompany your application and CV, as these will be requested from shortlisted candidates only. Faxed or electronic copies will not be considered. Candidates are urged to view the guidelines available to all prospective candidates applying for vacant position on the departmental website before completing applications for posts. Direct your application quoting the reference number of the post you are applying for and the name of the publication in which you saw the advertisement to Candidates are also advised not to send their applications through registered mail, as the Department will not take responsibility for non-collection thereof. It is the applicants’ responsibility to have foreign qualifications assessment for equivalent by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Applications that do not comply with the above-mentioned instructions will be disqualified. Please note that the Department reserves the right not to fill the post. Recommended candidate’s personal information will be subject to vetting prior to an offer of appointment being made. Candidates are expected to be available on the date set for the interviews or they may be disqualified. Should you not have been contacted by this office within 3 months of the closing date of the advertisement, kindly consider your application being unsuccessful. Please note that further communication shall be restricted to those candidates who will have been shortlisted. The appointed candidate shall be required to sign a performance agreement. Please note that reference checks and/or confirmation of employment will be done with the current employer and candidates are advised to include references from the current employment to facilitate this. The filling of this post will be guided by the Department’s Employment Equity targets. Please note that requests for higher salaries will not be entertained for the advertised posts, however it may only be considered for posts falling within the Occupational Specific Dispensation (OSD) subject to the existing provisions. Candidates applying for advertised posts in the Department, will be deemed to have granted consent to their personal information being used to determine suitability in terms of the POPIA Act, 4 of 2013. Please note that employment verifications shall be undertaken for all experience which has been recognized for shortlisting purposes, experience in the public service will need to be supported with a signed job description and PERSAL service record history and experience from the private sector needs to be supported by a certificate of service confirming the name of company, position held, periods of employment and duties performed. Experience that cannot be verified will result in the applicant being disqualified.
NOTE : Directions To Candidates Note to applicants: The Provincial Administration of KwaZulu-Natal is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applications must be submitted individually on the prescribed new approved Z83 form, the form is available from the website www.kznworks.gov.za or can be obtainable from any Public Service department, and must be accompanied by a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). Certified copies of supporting documents need not accompany your application and CV, as these will be requested from shortlisted candidates only. Faxed or electronic copies will not be considered. Candidates are urged to view the guidelines available to all prospective candidates applying for vacant position on the departmental website before completing applications for posts. Direct your application quoting the reference number of the post you are applying for and the name of the publication in which you saw the advertisement to Candidates are also advised not to send their applications through registered mail, as the Department will not take responsibility for non-collection thereof. It is the applicants’ responsibility to have foreign qualifications assessment for equivalent by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Applications that do not comply with the above-mentioned instructions will be disqualified. Please note that the Department reserves the right not to fill the post. Recommended candidate’s personal information will be subject to vetting prior to an offer of appointment being made. Candidates are expected to be available on the date set for the interviews or they may be disqualified. Should you not have been contacted by this office within 3 months of the closing date of the advertisement, kindly consider your application being unsuccessful. Please note that further communication shall be restricted to those candidates who will have been shortlisted. The appointed candidate shall be required to sign a performance agreement. Please note that reference checks and/or confirmation of employment will be done with the current employer and candidates are advised to include references from the current employment to facilitate this. The filling of this post will be guided by the Department’s Employment Equity targets. Please note that requests for higher salaries will not be entertained for the advertised posts, however it may only be considered for posts falling within the Occupational Specific Dispensation (OSD) subject to the existing provisions. Candidates applying for advertised posts in the Department, will be deemed to have granted consent to their personal information being used to determine suitability in terms of the POPIA Act, 4 of 2013. Please note that employment verifications shall be undertaken for all experience which has been recognized for shortlisting purposes, experience in the public service will need to be supported with a signed job description and PERSAL service record history and experience from the private sector needs to be supported by a certificate of service confirming the name of company, position held, periods of employment and duties performed. Experience that cannot be verified will result in the applicant being disqualified.
MANAGEMENT ECHELON
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER REF NO: HO/CFO/052025
SALARY : R1 436 022 per annum (Level 14), (all-inclusive), to be structured in accordance with the rules for Senior Management Services (SMS)
CENTRE : Head Office: Pietermaritzburg
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate and recognised NQF level 7 post qualification in Financial or Business Management/ Administration plus 5 years relevant experience at a senior management level in commercial finance/ operational environment. Proficiency in relevant word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software packages. Possession of a valid driver’s licence and an appropriate and applicable SMS Pre-entry (Nyukela) Certificate to be submitted prior to appointment.
DUTIES : Develop implement and maintain appropriate mechanisms to timeously respond to the changing needs for financial information, the interpretation thereof and the rendering of technical advice to the Accounting Officer ensuring that the financial resources and assets of the Department are utilized effectively and economically to realise the objectives of the Annual Performance Plan. Manage the Supply Chain Management systems of the Department ensuring good governance arrangements and value for money for good and services. Manage construction procurement services and Internal Control. Manage the development and implementation of policies. Manage the resources. Skills, Training and Competencies: Understanding of all relevant prescripts. Interpretation and application of policies /legislations. Project Management skills. Financial Management skills. Strategic Planning and coordination skills. People management and empowerment skills. Analytical, creative and innovative thinking skills
ENQUIRIES : Dr V Govender (Acting Head of Department) Tel No: (033) 355 5533
NOTE : NB. Recommended candidates will be subjected to a security clearance, competency assessment and will also be required to disclose their financial interests and will also be subjected to a technical assessment during the selection process.
DIRECTOR: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT REF NO: HO/D/HRM&D/052025
SALARY : R1 216 824 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive), to be structured in accordance with the rules for Senior Management Services (SMS)
CENTRE : Head Office: Pietermaritzburg
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate and recognised NQF level 7 qualification in Human Resource management plus 5 years relevant experience at a senior or middle managerial level within a human resource environment. Proficiency in relevant word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software packages. Possession of a valid drivers license and an appropriate and applicable SMS Pre-entry (Nyukela) Certificate to be submitted prior to appointment.
DUTIES : Manage the provision of Human Resource Administration services. Manage Employee Health and Wellness programmes. Manage Labour Relations. Manage Human Resource Utilisation and Capacity Building. Manage the development and implementation of policies. Manage the resources of the Directorate. Skills, Training and Competencies: Understanding of all relevant prescripts. Interpretation and application of policies /legislations. Project Management skills. Financial Management skills. Strategic Planning and coordination skills. People management and empowerment skills. Analytical, creative and innovative thinking skills
ENQUIRIES : Dr V Govender (Acting Head of Department) Tel No: (033) 355 5533
NOTE : NB. Recommended candidates will be subjected to a security clearance, competency assessment and will also be required to disclose their financial interests and will also be subjected to a technical assessment during the selection process.