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MPUMALANGA DEPARTMENT OF CO-OPERATIVE GOVERNANCE, HUMAN SETTLEMENTS & TRADITIONAL AFFAIRS. VACANCIES
MPUMALANGA DEPARTMENT OF CO-OPERATIVE GOVERNANCE, HUMAN SETTLEMENTS & TRADITIONAL AFFAIRS.
The Mpumalanga Department of Co-Operative Governance, Human Settlements & Traditional Affairs is an equal opportunity department and the Department’s intention is to promote equity through the filling of this post.
APPLICATIONS : Applications must be posted to: The Director: Human Resource Management and Development, Department of Co-operative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs, Private Bag X11328, Mbombela, 1200. Or Email to: Hand delivered to: Rhino Building Coghstarecruitment@mpg.gov.za extension 2 No.7 Government Boulevard, Riverside Park, Mbombela, 1200.
CLOSING DATE : 14 November 2025
NOTE : Application must be submitted on a New signed Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department, accompanied by recent detailed Curriculum Vitae only, to be considered. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of all qualifications, Senior Certificate, identity document and driver’s license on or before the day of the interview. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The Department of Co-operative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the Department’s Equity Plan. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Short-listed candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine their suitability for employment, including but not limited to: Criminal records; Citizenship status; Creditworthiness; Previous employment (reference checks); Qualification verification and Pre-Entry Assessment as well as Competency Assessment. Short-listed candidates will be expected to avail themselves at the Department’s convenience. The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
NOTE : Application must be submitted on a New signed Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department, accompanied by recent detailed Curriculum Vitae only, to be considered. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of all qualifications, Senior Certificate, identity document and driver’s license on or before the day of the interview. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The Department of Co-operative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the Department’s Equity Plan. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Short-listed candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine their suitability for employment, including but not limited to: Criminal records; Citizenship status; Creditworthiness; Previous employment (reference checks); Qualification verification and Pre-Entry Assessment as well as Competency Assessment. Short-listed candidates will be expected to avail themselves at the Department’s convenience. The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
OTHER POST
ENGINEER PRODUCTION GRADE A-C (ELECTRICAL) REF NO: COGHSTA/02
(24 Months Contract)
(Municipal Infrastructure)
Re-adverts, Please note that the post was advertised in Public Service Vacancy Circular 18 of 2025, and candidates who previously applied need to re-apply.
SALARY : R879 342 – R1 323 267 per annum, (all-inclusive OSD package). Offer will be based on proven years of experience.
CENTRE : Mbombela (Head Office)
REQUIRMENTS : A Senior Certificate and a Degree (B Eng / BSC Eng) in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification. A minimum of 3 years’ experience in local government within the infrastructure planning and development environment. Compulsory registration with Engineering Council of South Africa as a Professional Engineer. A valid Driver’s License. Skills and Competencies: Good interpersonal relations, Presentation and facilitation skills. Competent in Strategic Management and Leadership Capabilities, Financial Management, Service Delivery Innovation, Problem Solving and Analytical skills, People Management and Stakeholder Management, Client Orientation and Customer Focus, Honest and Integrity. Knowledge of Project and Programme Monitoring. Knowledge of infrastructure development and programme management. Knowledge of legal compliance. Good communication skills (verbal and written) Computer Literacy.
DUTIES : Provide technical support in evaluating business plans and technical reports for the proposed electrification projects. Support municipalities and facilitate municipal energy infrastructure development. Monitor and support municipalities with implementation of electrification programme. Ensure the management of infrastructure finance. Co-ordinate energy services planning. Provide technical support with development and implementation of energy plans, legislative frameworks and strategies. Support municipalities with coordination of electricity infrastructure projects. Assess the functionality of electricity infrastructure and address areas of intervention. Conduct site visits/meetings to ensure compliance with business plans conditions. Provide monthly and quarterly performance reports on infrastructure related.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. PP Mokwena Tel No: (013) 766 6225 and Ms. NI Mashego Tel No: (013) 766 6543