KWAZULU NATAL DEPARTMENT OF COOPERATIVE GOVERNANCE AND TRADITIONAL AFFAIRS 

APPLICATIONS : To be posted to: The Chief Director, Human Resource Management & Development, Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Private Bag X9078, Pietermaritzburg, 3200 or Hand Delivered To: The Chief Registry Clerk, 2nd Floor, South Tower, Natalia, 330 Langalibalele Street, Pietermaritzburg. Applications received after this date will not be accepted. Applicants can also submit their Z83 and CV via e-Recruitment System on www.eservices.gov.za

FOR ATTENTION : Ms E Perumal 

CLOSING DATE : 16 October 2026 

NOTE : To applicants: Applications must be submitted on the new Application for Employment Form (Z83) available from any Public Service Department and should be accompanied by a comprehensive CV. The Department discourages applications sent by registered mail and will not be held responsible for applications sent via registered mail which are not collected from the post office. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application reaches the Department timeously. Failure to comply with any instruction will disqualify applicants. Appointment is subject to a positive outcome on the following checks (Security Clearance, Citizenship, qualification verification, criminal records, credit records and previous employment). Faxed or late applications will not be accepted. Should applicants not receive any response from the Department within three months of the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise, and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. The Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is committed to empowering people with a disability. 

OTHER POSTS

GIS TECHNICIAN CONTROL GRADE B REF NO: 22/1/3/6/3/44/2026 (MP) 

Chief Directorate: Municipal Planning 

Directorate: Geospatial Information Service 

SALARY : R970 731 per annum, (OSD) 

CENTRE : Pietermaritzburg 

REQUIREMENTS : The ideal candidate must, at a minimum, be in possession of a recognised Diploma in GISc, Cartography or relevant qualification as recognised by SAQA coupled with 6-year post qualification Technical (GISc) experience, compulsory registration with SAGC as a GISc Technician and a valid driver’s licence. Essential Knowledge, Skills And Competencies Required: The successful candidate must have knowledge of: Geo-database implementation; understanding of GIS applications and spatial data; theory; principles; and practices of GIS; knowledge of GIS standards; GIS software applications; GIS software customisations; basic understanding of technologies such as GPS, Photogrammetry and remote sensing; projections; principles of cartography; problem solving and analysis; decision making skills; team work; analytical skills; creativity skills; self-management; customer service; communication and interpersonal skills; planning; organising and execution; project Management and Computer skills. 

DUTIES : The successful candidate will have the following key responsibilities: - Manage, supervise and perform technical GISc activities; Maintain GIS unit Effectiveness; People management; Functional Requirement analysis and Research. The candidate will be responsible for coordinating and implementing KZN COGTA's geospatial programmes and services by managing enterprise GIS platforms, maintaining the Integrated Land Information System (ILIS), developing and supporting geospatial dashboards, coordinating the georeferencing of strategic provincial projects, and providing spatial intelligence to support government planning and decision-making. The role supports key initiatives such as the District Development Model (DDM), Municipal Local Economic Development (MLED), Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), Climate Change adaptation, municipal infrastructure and service delivery projects, while also providing GIS support to municipalities through training, advisory services, data management and capacity-building. In addition, the position conducts spatial analysis, produces maps and analytical reports, supports disaster management and resilience planning, coordinates stakeholder engagements and GIS projects, and drives the adoption of innovative geospatial technologies to improve governance, monitoring, reporting and service delivery across the province. 

ENQUIRIES : Mr M Naik at 082 806 4083 

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATION REF NO: 22/1/3/6/3/43/2026 (FM) 

Chief Directorate: Financial Management 

Directorate: Financial Accounting 

SALARY : R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive remuneration package to be structured in accordance with the rules of the Middle Management Services) 

CENTRE : Pietermaritzburg 

REQUIREMENTS : The ideal candidate must be in possession of a NQF level 7 qualification in Financial Management as recognised by SAQA coupled with 3 years junior management experience in a financial management environment and a valid driver’s licence. Essential Knowledge, Skills And Competencies Required: The successful candidate must have knowledge of:- Policy analysis and development; Financial Management; Treasury Regulations; PFMA; Public Service Act and regulations; Presentation skills; Team development; Decision making; Problem solving; Organising and co-ordinating meetings; Policy development; Analysing; Report writing; Project Management; Financial management; Ability to perform under pressure; Ability to work independently; Good Communication skills (written and verbal) with other Government Departments, Private Sector Organisations, Staff and Management; Computer literacy in Ms Word; PowerPoint and Ms Excel. 

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be required to manage comprehensive payment administration system for the Department with the following key responsibilities:- Manage the financial control processes of the Department; Manage the payment and recording of financial obligations of the Department; Administer credit management service; Attend to financial administration queries/ enquires; Develop policies and strategies aimed at improving service delivery; Manage resources of the Sub-directorate. 

ENQUIRIES : Mr B Cele Tel No: (033) 260 8017 

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: DISTRICT SUPPPORT (X3 POSTS) 

Chief Directorate: Community Development Workers Programme and Public Participation 

Directorate: CDWS & Rapid Response 

SALARY : R605 742 per annum (Level 10) 

CENTRE : Ugu: Ref No: 22/1/3/6/3/45/2026 (UGU) 

Ethekwini: Ref No: 22/1/3/6/3/46/2026 (ETH) 

Ulundi: Ref No: 22/1/3/6/3/47/2026 (ULU) 

REQUIREMENTS : The ideal candidate must be in possession of a National Diploma or NQF Level 6 qualification in Community Development/ Social Science as recognised by SAQA coupled with 3 years’ experience in a community development/ administrative environment and a valid driver’s licence. Essential Knowledge, Skills And Competencies Required: The successful candidate must have Knowledge of the: Dynamics, culture and language of targeted communities; how government operates; Human Resources and Financial Management; Project management; relevant legislation; Local Government legislation ; Government policies, prescripts and legislation; Planning; Team work; Decision making skills; Problem solving skills; Networking skills; Leadership skills; Report writing skills; Employee development; Analytical skills; Presentation skills; People management; Good communication skills (verbal & written) with other Government organizations and Private sector and good computer literacy in MS Office. 

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be required to Manage the Community Development Workers Programme within the district with the following responsibilities: Convene regular meetings with CDWs for briefing and reporting purposes on progress and problems experienced; Coordinate, monitor and report on the implementation of the CDW Programme within the District; Promote and maintain stakeholder relations; Provide CDWs with relevant information on government programmes for communities to benefit; Manage the resources under your control. 

ENQUIRIES : MS P Khumalo At 031 204 1766 

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: FACILITIES MANAGEMENT REF NO: 22/1/3/6/3/48/2026 (CS) 

Chief Directorate: Corporate Services 

Directorate: Auxiliary Services 

SALARY : R487 197 per annum (Level 09) 

CENTRE : Pietermaritzburg 

REQUIREMENTS : The ideal candidate must be in possession of NQF 6 in Public Administration/ Business Administration/ Office Administration as recognised by SAQA coupled with 3 years supervisory experience in an office service environment and a valid driver’s license (Code B). Essential Knowledge, Skills And Competencies Required: The successful candidate must have:- Knowledge of general administration; housing accommodation policy; major and minor works; Financial regulations; Treasury regulations; PFMA; Public Service Act and Regulations; Departmental Delegations; National Archives Act; Occupational Health and Safety Act; good planning; team development; leadership skills; decision Making; problem solving; organising ability; basic financial management; employee development; project management; good communication skills (written and verbal) with other government organisations, private sector, NGOs and departmental staff and computer literacy. 

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be required to provide effective office services and facilities management to the Department with the following responsibilities: Manage office Services; Manage departmental accommodation and facilitate major works on behalf of the Department; Manage minor maintenance services within the Department; Provide advice, guidance and input to policy, procedures and processes; Manage resources under your control. 

ENQUIRIES : MR MM Ntombela Tel No: (033) 260 8364 

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: HRM INFORMATION SYSTEMS REF NO: 22/1/3/6/3/49/2026 (HRA) 

Chief Directorate: Human Resource Management and Development 

Directorate: Human Resource Administration 

SALARY : R487 197 per annum (Level 09) 

CENTRE : Pietermaritzburg 

REQUIREMENTS : The ideal candidate must be in possession of a National Diploma/ NQF Level 6 qualification in HR/ HR Systems as recognised by SAQA, successfully passed the PERSAL Controller training exam and have at least 3 years’ administrative experience in the PERSAL Administration environment and a valid code 08 driver’s licence. Essential Knowledge, Skills And Competencies Required: The successful candidate must have Knowledge of the: - Operation of HR Systems (PERSAL etc.); Knowledge of Public Service Act/ Regulations; Departmental Policies; Understanding HRM practices in the Public Service; Public Service reporting procedures and work environment; Investigation into and policy development processes; Interpretation of legislation, policies and statistics; Computer based Human Resource Management Information systems; understanding of all prescripts, practices and procedures. interpretation and application of policies/ legislation; problem solving and analytical thinking; financial management; team building; manipulation of information to compile reports; project management; presentation and facilitation silks; motivation /leadership skills and negotiation skills; good communication skills (verbal & written) with internal and external personnel, Office of the Priemer, auditors, management and staff of the department and Computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, PERSAL). 

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be required to maintain a Departmental HRM information system with the following responsibilities: - Maintain an appropriate HR information system for the department; Manage the departmental PERSAL system; Provide analytical reports; Manage the provisioning and allocation of posts; Provide advice and guidance and input to policy; Manage the resources of the Division. 

ENQUIRIES : Mrs A Rautenbach Tel No: (033) 260 8003 

SURVEY TECHNICIAN PRODUCTION GRADE C REF NO: 22/1/3/6/3/50/2026 (MP) 

Chief Directorate: Municipal Planning 

Directorate: Survey Services 

SALARY : R518 769 per annum, (OSD) 

CENTRE : Pietermaritzburg 

REQUIREMENTS : The ideal candidate must be in possession of a Grade 12 certificate and Diploma (NQF level 6) in Survey or Geomatics, or a relevant qualification as recognised by SAQA, coupled with 3 years post-qualification technical (Survey) experience, compulsory registration with the South African Geomatics Council (SACG) as a Geomatics Technician and a valid driver’s licence. Essential Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Required: The successful candidate must have knowledge of programme and project management; survey design and analysis; research and development; computer-aided survey applications; legal compliance; technical report writing; and creating a high-performance culture. Job-related skills: Decision-making; team leadership; financial management; analytical skills; creativity; self-management; customer focus and responsiveness; communication (written and verbal); planning and organising; conflict management; problem-solving and analysis; innovation and computer literacy. 

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be required to provide Survey Services with the following key responsibilities: provide technical survey services and support; perform administrative and related functions; perform surveys and survey computations; provide input into the budgeting process; liaise with relevant bodies/councils on survey-related matters; and conduct research and development. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms T Nodada Tel No: (031) 204 1824 

SCM PRACTITIONER: TRADITIONAL ASSETS ADMINISTRATION REF NO: 22/1/3/6/3/51/2026 (CS)

Chief Directorate: Financial Management 

Directorate: Supply Chain Management 

SALARY : R338 106 per annum (Level 07) 

CENTRE : Pietermaritzburg 

REQUIREMENTS : The ideal candidate must be in possession of a Senior Certificate/ Grade 12/NQF Level 4 with a minimum of 3 years asset management (SCM) experience and a valid driver’s licence. Essential Knowledge, Skills And Competencies Required: The successful candidate must have:- Sound knowledge of Supply Chain Management; Sound knowledge of PFMA, Treasury regulations, SCM prescripts; functional knowledge of assets management; Public Service Act; Public Service Regulation; Basic Conditions of Employment Act; numeracy skills, report writing skills; Listening skills; Interpersonal skills; Good communication skills (verbal & written) with staff, management, traditional institutions, public and other departments; intermediate computer literacy (MS Word, Excel). 

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be required to ensure an asset administration service in respect of traditional assets with the following responsibilities: Undertake financial reconciliations (including adjusting entries) of the asset register with the general ledger and financial statement; Ensure support during traditional institutions stock takes; Facilitate the loss control procedure and effect correct journal entries on the LOCO system; Exercise control of human resources. 

ENQUIRIES : Mr V Parbhoodeen Tel No: (033) 260 8023 

ADMINISTRATION OFFICER: LEGAL SERVICES REF NO: 22/1/3/6/3/52/2026 (CS) 

Head Of Department 

Directorate: Legal Services 

SALARY : R338 106 per annum (Level 07) 

CENTRE : Pietermaritzburg 

REQUIREMENTS : The ideal candidate must be in possession of Senior Certificate/Grade 12/ NQF level 4 coupled with 3 years’ administration experience in Legal Services. Essential Knowledge, Skills And Competencies Required: The successful candidate must have: - Knowledge of Policies; Legislation and Prescripts pertaining to Public Administration and Traditional Affairs; Computer Literacy (Excel); Administration procedures; Database maintenance; Professional skills; Client orientated; Loyal and dedicated; Honest; Tactful; Approachable; Innovative; Discipline; Ability to work under pressure; Innovative/creative; Ability to work in a team and independently; Good communication skills (written and verbal) with staff. 

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be required to render administrative support services with the following responsibilities: - Provide administrative support services; Provide secretariat services; Manage database; Provide registry support services. 

ENQUIRIES : Mr SP Mncwango Tel No: (033) 260 8034 

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WORKER REF NO: 22/1/3/6/3/53/2026 (CDW) 

Chief Directorate: Community Development Workers and Public Participation 

Directorate: CDWP and Rapid Response 

SALARY : R280 278.per annum (Level 06) 

CENTRE : Ophongolo 

REQUIREMENTS : The ideal candidate must be in possession of a Senior Certificate/Grade 12 with no relevant experience. A qualification in Community Development Work will be an added advantage; experience in Community Development Work including but not limited to volunteering in Community Development projects and practices will be an added advantage. Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies Required: The successful candidate must have:- Sound knowledge of Community Development; Municipal structures; Government services; Report writing; Interpersonal skills; Communication skills and Computer literacy. 

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be required to liaise, co-ordinate, mobilize, inform and assist communities with access to services provided by government and to assist communities to identify and communicate their needs to Government at National, Provincial and Local Government level to bring government closer to the people with the following responsibilities:- determine the needs of communities and coordinate these needs to the relevant government structures; Co-ordinate the collation of information; Keep records of all services rendered by government and the processes and mechanisms to access those services; Promote networks and enhance the activities of existing local governance structures and other stakeholders (CBW, NGO’s etc) aimed at improved service delivery; Inform and assist communities with access to the services provided by government structures. 

ENQUIRIES : MS P Khumalo Tel No: (031) 204 1766 

FINANCE CLERK (X2 POSTS) 

Chief Directorate: Traditional Resource Administration 

Directorate: Traditional Institutional Support 

SALARY : R237 453 per annum (Level 05) 

CENTRE : Umkhanyakude: Ref No: 22/1/3/6/3/54/2026 (UMK) 

Ugu: Ref No: 22/1/3/6/3/55/2026 (UGU) 

REQUIREMENTS : The ideal candidate must be in possession of a Senior Certificate/Grade 12 /NQF Level 4 with no experience required and a valid driver’s licence. Essential Knowledge, Skills And Competencies Required: The successful candidate must have Knowledge of: - Knowledge of IsiZulu and African Culture; Administrative processes; Job Knowledge; Knowledge of financial/ accounting functions; Basic knowledge of financial functions, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collate financial statistics; Knowledge of SCM principles; Treasury Regulations; Public Finance Management Act; Traditional and Khoi-San Leadership Act; Public Service Act; Public Service Regulations; Labour Relations Act; Knowledge of basic financial operating system (PERSAL, BAS And LOGIS etc) Policy analysis; Planning skills; Decision making skills; Problem solving skills; Numerical skills; Financial Accounting/management; Good communication skills (verbal & written) with other Government organizations and Private sector and good computer literacy in MS Office. 

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be required to render accounting services to the Local House of Traditional Leaders and Traditional Councils in the district with the following responsibilities: - Render financial services; Render payment services for Traditional Councils and Local Houses; Render administrative and financial support to Traditional Councils and Local Houses; Render administrative support on trust accounts; provide support with the management of assets of Traditional Councils and Local Houses. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms B Nzimande at 060 885 5308 OR MS Z Maphanga at 060 882 0969 

REMUNERATION OFFICER REF NO: 22/1/3/6/3/56/2026 (HRA) 

Chief Directorate: Human Resource Management and Development 

Directorate: Human Resource Administration 

SALARY : R237 453 per annum (Level 05) 

CENTRE : Pietermaritzburg 

REQUIREMENTS : The ideal candidate must be in possession of a Senior Certificate/ Grade 12 or equivalent with 0-6 months experience in Human Resource Management procedures in the Public Service and a valid driver’s licence. Essential Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Required: The successful candidate must have: In depth knowledge in the Public Service Human Resource Management; Sound knowledge of PERSAL; Computer literacy; Good numerical skills; Ability to work under pressure; Accuracy in checking and capturing information; Good communication skills (written and verbal). A PERSAL certificate; Introduction; Allowance and Deductions will be an added advantage. 

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be required to provide a salary administration service to the Department with the following responsibilities: - Provide an effective and timeous service in respect of completion of all Persal salary related transactions; Provide an administration service with regard to salary related matters; process all abnormal appointments and related transactions; Provide advice and guidance with regard to salary related matters. 

ENQUIRIES : Mrs NJ Shezi Tel No: (033) 260 8092 

PERSONNEL OFFICER: CONDITIONS OF SERVICE REF NO: 22/1/3/6/3/57/2026 (HRA) 

Chief Directorate: Human Resource Management and Development 

Directorate: Human Resource Administration 

SALARY : R237 453 per annum (Level 05) 

CENTRE : Pietermaritzburg 

REQUIREMENTS : The ideal candidate must be in possession of a Senior Certificate/ Grade 12 with no experience required and a valid Driver’s licence. Essential Knowledge, Skills And Competencies Required: The successful candidate must have knowledge of: Knowledge of the Public Service prescripts; Legislation; Policies and collective agreements relating to HRM; Practical demonstration of knowledge in key responsibility area; HR systems and their relation to other systems within the Department; PERSAL; Interpersonal relations; Policy interpretation; Presentation skills; Problem solving; Decision making; Good communication skills (verbal and written) with other departments, private sector, public and officials from the department and Computer literacy. 

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be required to render conditions of service for employees of the department with the following key responsibilities: - Process appointments and transfers; Process exits; Attend to leave matters; Process long service awards and IOD’s. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms R Norris Tel No: (033) 260 8105 

REGISTRY CLERK: FACILITIES REF NO: 22/1/3/6/3/58/2026 (CS) 

Chief Directorate: Corporate Services 

Directorate: Auxiliary Services 

SALARY : R237 453 per annum (Level 05) 

CENTRE : Durban 

REQUIREMENTS : The ideal candidate must be in possession of a Senior Certificate/ Grade 12 with no experience required. Essential Knowledge, Skills And Competencies Required: The successful candidate must have knowledge of: Registry procedures; Archives Act; Performance management procedures and policies; Good communication and writing skills; use of computer equipment and program; Communication skills (written and verbal) with other government organisations and private sector. 

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be required to provide registry services with the following key responsibilities: - Provide registry counter services; Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence; Render an effective filing and record management service; Process documents for archiving and disposal. 

ENQUIRIES : Mr MM Ntombela Tel No: (033) 260 8364 

ADMINISTRATION CLERK REF NO: 22/1/3/6/3/59/2026 (TRA) 

Chief Directorate: Traditional Resource Administration 

Directorate: Administrative Support 

SALARY : R237 453 per annum (Level 05) 

CENTRE : Umkhanyakude District 

REQUIREMENTS : The ideal candidate must be in possession of a Senior Certificate/ Grade 12 or equivalent with no previous experience required. Essential Knowledge, Skills And Competencies Required: The successful candidate must have: - Knowledge of clerical duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collecting statistics; Knowledge and understanding of legislative framework governing the Public Service. Knowledge of working procedures in terms of the working environment; Computer skills; Planning and organisational skills; Language; Good communication skills (verbal and written). 

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be required to render administrative support services with the following responsibilities: - Render general clerical support services; Provide supply chain clerical support services within the component; Provide personnel administration clerical support services within the component; Provide financial administration support services in the component. 

ENQUIRIES : Mrs VM Sikhosana Tel No: (035) 573 0885