DEPUTY DIRECTOR: INFRASTRUCTURE NPO MONITORING

Are you an experienced and dedicated professional in the Built Environment, looking for a challenging leadership role? The Gauteng Department of Social Development is seeking a Deputy Director for Infrastructure NPO Monitoring. This vital position involves overseeing infrastructure projects for Non-Profit Organisations (NPOs) across the province, ensuring compliance, efficient management, and strategic alignment. If you possess a strong background in public sector portfolio management and are committed to social upliftment, we encourage you to apply.

About the Role

Reference Number: refs/023286
Directorate: IDMS
Number of Posts: 1
Employer: Department of Social Development
Location: Head Office, Gauteng

Key Responsibilities

As the Deputy Director, your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Conducting assessments for NPO accreditation and aligning national infrastructure strategies for provincial application.
• Managing the development and regular updating of all infrastructure policies, norms, and standards in line with nationally prescribed guidelines.
• Ensuring that all maintenance projects comply with National Treasury Instructions and other relevant policies and standards.
• Developing comprehensive maintenance priority lists and associated cost estimates.
• Managing procurement costs for all NPO maintenance projects within the Gauteng IDMS control framework.
• Overseeing contracts, ensuring strict adherence to SANS, Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act, Regulations, and Construction Regulations.
• Designing and updating OHS tools specifically for monitoring NPO facilities.
• Monitoring and reporting on project progress through monthly and quarterly reports.
• Maintaining team discipline, managing performance, and fostering the development of employees under your supervision.

Requirements

To be considered for this Deputy Director position, you must meet the following criteria:

• A 3-year tertiary qualification in the Built Environment.
• A minimum of 5 years’ middle management experience in Public-Sector portfolio management.
• Possession of a valid South African Driver’s License.
• Demonstrated honesty, integrity, keen attention to detail, and a strong technical orientation.
• In-depth knowledge of the PFMA (Public Finance Management Act), DoRA (Division of Revenue Act), Treasury regulations, national building standards, and Occupational Health and Safety Acts and Regulations.
• Essential skills include: Building management, Strategic management, and Project management.

Package & Benefits

This position offers an attractive all-inclusive package of R 896,436 per annum.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online via the Gauteng Provincial Government Professional Job Centre. Please use the direct application link provided below.

Application Link: Apply Online Here

Closing Date: 12 September 2025

Important Notes

• Applicants with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Due to the high volume of applications anticipated, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive a response within three (3) months after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
• All appointments are subject to comprehensive verification of educational qualifications, previous experience, citizenship, reference checks, and security vetting.
• Following the interview and technical exercise, recommended candidates may be invited to attend a generic managerial competency assessment.
• The Department reserves the right to fill or not to fill the vacant post.
• Successful candidates will enter into an employment contract with the GDSD (Gauteng Department of Social Development) that will be reviewed based on performance.
• The selection and appointment process is subject to positive vetting and verification requirements as per government policy and procedures.