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$80k per year (gross)
Location
In office (South Africa)
Seniority
Architect · 5+ years exp

First seen by Alion on Nov 2, 2026.

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The Department of Water and Sanitation is the South African national government department responsible for water resources and sanitation services. It staffs pump stations, water plants and administrative offices and posts vacancies for security officers, administration clerks and plant superintendents. The department is headquartered in Pretoria, South Africa.
  • Department: Department of Water and Sanitation
  • Salary: R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive salary packages)
  • Centre: Gauteng
  • Closing date: 13 November 2026
Requirements

A Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Project Management at NQF level 7 qualification. Ten (10) years programme and project management in civil engineering within the water sector-built environment. Five (5) years’ experience at middle/senior management level. Experience should preferably be in the water sector. Successful completion of the Pre-entry Certificate for the Senior Management Service (SMS) as endorsed by the National School of Government. Working knowledge of Public Finance Management Act. Possess a general understanding of contract administration, business principles, and business law. A valid and unexpired driver’s license. A broad understanding of each engineering discipline. Working knowledge of drafting of agreements Effective computer skills (Microsoft Office Software, lotus notes, and other company and discipline-spec ific software applications). Effective and excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing with management, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the Department. Effective analytical and problem-solving skills. Knowledge and understanding of Human Resources Management Legislations, policies, practices, and procedures. Knowledge of Public Financial Management Act (PFMA). Framework for managing performance information. Knowledge of implementing policies of PMDS. Client orientation and customer focus. Service Delivery Innovation (SDI). Problem management and empowerment. Accountability and ethical conduct.

Duties

Provide strategic direction in the implementation of policies on water services infrastructure programmes, in conjunction with provincial COGTA and municipalities, to ensure that grant-funded projects are optimally prioritised on an ongoing basis. Ensure that policies on water services infrastructure grant programme are aligned to the departmental strategic plan. ensure that plans are available for water services infrastructure grant programmes. Facilitates and support implementation of water services infrastructure grant programmes for provincial operations. Ensure that Regional Bulk Infrastructure programme is implemented in the province. Various water sector consulted on water issues. Needs of business sectors catered for on water bulk infrastructure grant programmes. Implement water policies for regional bulk infrastructure supply of water. Promote partnership between government public entities, private sector, and civil society regarding water services infrastructure grant programmes. Ensure that water supply is available for all business sectors. Avail raw water supply for all municipalities. Ensure that all other water key stakeholders are communicated regarding water issues. budgeted for in medium term expenditure framework. Compile budget for building water services infrastructure grant programme. Monthly reporting. Early warning system management. Ensure that budgeted funds are used properly. Ensure that monitoring and evaluation for water services infrastructure grant programmes are properly conducted in provinces. Compile reports on monitoring and evaluation. Ensure projects are carried out as planned. Implement water policies for regional bulk supply of water. Compile monthly and quarterly reports.

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