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CHIEF DIRECTOR: INFRASTRUCTURE RESEARCH, PLANNING AND SYSTEMS

Department of Infrastructure Development

Salary band

R 1 554 696

Closing date

28 August 2026

Reference

REFS/056040

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About this role

Department

Department of Infrastructure Development

Location

Head Office (Johannesburg)

Salary

R1 554 696 per annum, (all-inclusive package). The package includes a basic salary (70% of package), and a flexible portion of 30% that may be structured in terms of applicable rules. Which includes state’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of basic salary). The successful candidate will be required to enter into a performance agreement within three months after assumption of duty.

Requirements

An undergraduate qualification at NQF level 7 Economics/ Management Sciences (Informatics)/ Built Environment/ Industrial Engineering/ Quality/ Operations Management as recognized by SAQA. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at senior managerial level in the research environment. A valid driver’s license. A Pre-Entry SMS Certificate (Nyukela) submitted prior to appointment. Competencies: Knowledge of PFMA/DORA/Treasury Regulations. All different contract options for infrastructure projects. Provincial/Departmental Supply Chain Management Policies. Promotion of Access to Information Act of 2000. Promotion of Administrative Justice Act of 2000. Broad Based Black Empowerment Act of 2003. Infrastructure Delivery Management System (IDMS). Project Management. People Management. Financial Management. Conflict Management. Skills: Presentation. Communication. Computer literacy. Project management. Report writing. Analytical. Problem solving. Planning and organising. Leadership. Negotiation. Influencing. Attributes- Responsive. Credible. Quality-oriented Innovative. Strategic thinker. Decisive. Credible. Motivating.

Duties

Oversee the development, coordination, facilitation, and execution of infrastructure-related research across a range of disciplines, including construction and infrastructure, environmental management, energy, sustainability, water, property management, business process management, project management, and continuous improvement. Oversee the development of the research agenda for the Department. Oversee the incorporation of the research agenda into the infrastructure planning of the Department. Oversee the incorporation and implementation of research findings into the Departmental delivery processes. Oversee and direct the establishment, roll- out, and continuous improvement of project and programme management systems in infrastructure delivery. Oversee and direct relevant research pertaining to various areas of speciality and perspectives relating to infrastructure delivery. Oversee and direct research into appropriate best- practice property management, facilities management, and portfolio management systems and processes. Oversee and direct the setting of standards in line with legislative requirements and international standards. Oversee and analyse property management rates, market-related rates, and trends. Oversee, review, and sign off on research. Oversee and analyse industry trends for infrastructure delivery. Overs

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About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Department of Infrastructure Development. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

·An undergraduate qualification at NQF level 7 Economics/ Management Sciences (Informatics)/ Built Environment/ Industrial Engineering/ Quality/ Operations Management as recognized by SAQA
·A minimum of 5 years’ experience at senior managerial level in the research environment
·A valid driver’s license
·A Pre-Entry SMS Certificate (Nyukela) submitted prior to appointment
·Competencies: Knowledge of PFMA/DORA/Treasury Regulations
·All different contract options for infrastructure projects
·Provincial/Departmental Supply Chain Management Policies
·Promotion of Access to Information Act of 2000
·Promotion of Administrative Justice Act of 2000
·Broad Based Black Empowerment Act of 2003

Key Duties

·Oversee the development, coordination, facilitation, and execution of infrastructure-related research across a range of disciplines, including construction and infrastructure, environmental management, energy, sustainability, water, property management, business process management, project management, and continuous improvement
·Oversee the development of the research agenda for the Department
·Oversee the incorporation of the research agenda into the infrastructure planning of the Department
·Oversee the incorporation and implementation of research findings into the Departmental delivery processes
·Oversee and direct the establishment, roll- out, and continuous improvement of project and programme management systems in infrastructure delivery
·Oversee and direct relevant research pertaining to various areas of speciality and perspectives relating to infrastructure delivery
·Oversee and direct research into appropriate best- practice property management, facilities management, and portfolio management systems and processes
·Oversee and direct the setting of standards in line with legislative requirements and international standards
·Oversee and analyse property management rates, market-related rates, and trends
·Oversee, review, and sign off on research

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

✓Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
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✓Get certified copies of all qualifications - certification must be done at a police station or commissioner of oaths
✓Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
✓Include a copy of your valid driver's licence (front and back)
✓Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
✓Submit your complete application package to sechele.o@dbe.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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What is the salary for the CHIEF DIRECTOR: INFRASTRUCTURE RESEARCH, PLANNING AND SYSTEMS position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 1 554 696. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

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