SALARY : R1 266 714 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive package). The package
includes a basic salary (70% of package), and a flexible portion that may be
structured in accordance with the rules for Senior Management Services
(SMS).
CENTRE : North West (Mmabatho)
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in a possession of Grade 12
Certificate and a Bachelor’s Degree in Town and Regional Planning / Urban
and Regional Planning / Geographical Information Science (GISc) (NQF Level
7) and a Nyukela certificate (Pre-entry Certificate to the SMS) submitted prior
to appointment. Registration with South African Council for Planners
(SACPLAN) as a Profession Planner or with South African Geomatics Council
as a Professional Geomatics Professional: GISc. Minimum of 5 years’
experience at a middle / senior managerial level in a Town and Regional
Planning or GISc environment. Job related knowledge: An understanding of
the Public Service environment, Thorough knowledge of the Public Finance
Management Act (PFMA) and related Treasury Regulations, Understanding of
the South African economy with respect to industrial development, growth,
equity and empowerment. Sound understanding of the interconnectedness of
Government policies and strategies. Job related skills: Strong strategic
planning and leadership, Analytical, innovative, problem-solving and
interpersonal, Human resource management, Skilled negotiator and selfconfident decision maker, Good report writing, Excellent financial
management, A high level of computer literacy, Ability to communicate
effectively at all levels. A valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel both
locally and internationally.
DUTIES : Provide spatial planning, land use management and environmental services in
liaison with the national office. Monitor compliance with the provisions of
Spatial Planning and Land Use Management Act (SPLUMA). Enforce
compliance with SPLUMA. Oversee Spatial Planning and Land Use
Management Interventions to ensure compliance. Ensure compliance with the
National Environmental Management Act. Provide spatial planning information
services in liaison with the national office. Enable provincial integrated spatial
information management systems. Provide Geographic Information Science
(GISc) technical support to municipalities. Facilitate the utilisation of GISc
technical tools to aid spatial planning. Provide support to the implementation
of Spatial Planning and Land Use Management Act 16 of 2013 (SPLUMA).
Support municipalities in the utilisation of SPLUMA guidelines, toolsets,
systems and procedures. Support municipalities in setting up functional Land
Use Regulators. Provide technical support in the development of Provincial
Legislation, Land Use Schemes and Spatial Development Frameworks and
related Plans. Provide technical support to agriculture, rural development and
land reform programmes. Provide Spatial Analysis services, Provide GISc and
Mapping services. Provide GISc remote sensing and mobile application
services. Provide development planning support. Provide Intergovernmental
support and co-ordination. Coordinate Intergovernmental relations amongst
relevant stakeholders. Coordinate provincial Spatial Planning and Land Use
Management Services. Coordinate ad hoc engagements as required. Support
spatial integration of plans and programmes.
NOTE : To apply, submit a completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae (PDF
document to a maximum of 10 megabytes) via e-mail or hand delivery. The
Department will not be held responsible for server delays. Late applications
due to technical issues will not be considered. Shortlisted candidates must
provide certified copies of required documents (Identity Document,
qualifications, etc) where necessary and service certificates to support senior
management experience to Human Resources before the interviews, including
South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) evaluation reports for foreign
qualifications. Failure to comply will result in disqualification. To be appointed
at Senior Management Service (SMS) level, you must complete the SMS Preentry programme offered by the National School of Government (NSG). Find
course details here: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme/ appointment is subject to successful competition of the Nyukela
Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to SMS and submission of proof. All
shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry
assessments. One must 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
selection committee will recommend candidates for a generic management
competency assessment, as per the Department of public Service and
Administration (DPSA) directives. The assessment will evaluate candidates’
managerial competencies using standardised tools. NB: Please note that false
or fraudulent qualifications submitted by applicants will be reported to the South
African Police Services (SAPS), and a criminal case shall be opened.
Applications: Please submit your application before the closing date as late
applications will not be considered. Did not submit duplicate applications. If
applying for multiple posts, submit separate applications for each post. Due to
high volumes, the Department will not acknowledge receipt of applications. If
you have not heard from us within 3 months, please consider your application
to be unsuccessful. Should, during any stage of the recruitment process, a
moratorium be placed on the filling of posts or the Department is affected by
any process such as, but not limited to, restructuring or reorganisation of posts,
the Department reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process and readvertise the post at any time in the future. Important: DLRRD is an equal
opportunity employer committed to promoting representivity and affirmative
action. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates. The
Department reserves the right no to fill vacancies. By applying you consent to
the collection and processing of your personal information for recruitment
purposes. Shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for
assessments and interviews at a date and time as determined by the
Department. Shortlisted candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks,
security vetting and reference checks (including social media profiles).
Applications must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or any other
allegations or investigations. Successful candidates must pass security
clearance, sign an employment contract, sign an annual performance
agreement and disclose financial interests. All applicants are required to
declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships
of Boards and directorships that they may be associated with. Failure to
disclose relevant information may result in disqualification or termination.
ENQUIRIES : Ms A Matsila Tel No: (012) 312 8013
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by hand delivered during office hours to: Coner
James Moroka and Sekame Drive, West Gallery, Megacity, Mmabatho or by
email to Post36@dlrrd.gov.za
EE Targets: Coloured and White Males and African, Coloured and Indian
Females and Persons with disabilities.
CLOSING DATE : 05 June 2026 at 16:00