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DIRECTOR: MUNICIPAL DEVELOPMENT PLANNING

PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: NORTH WEST PROVINCE

Salary band

R 1 317 384

Closing date

10 July 2026

Reference

01/26-27

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About this role

Department

PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: NORTH WEST PROVINCE

Directorate

Municipal Development Planning

Location

Head Office

Salary

R1 317 384 per annum. (all-inclusive remuneration package) (Level13)

Requirements

Matric/Grade 12/Degree(NQF7) in Local Government/Development Studies/Public Administration/Public Management/Governance/Town Planning/Urban and Regional Planning/Spatial Planning/Environmental Science/Social Science/Economics/Surveying/Geographic Information Systems/ as recognised by SAQA. Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in Local Government and

Duties

Coordinate development, review and alignment of municipal five-year Strategic Integrated Development plan. Coordinate implementation of Local Economic Development Planning. Coordinate the Provincial Spatial Development Framework and ensure alignment with Municipal Spatial Development Frameworks. Coordinate administration of Spatial Planning and Land Use Management (SPLUMA). Coordinate implementation of District Development Model, One Plans and Catalytic projects. Facilitate development and review of Land Use Schemes.

Enquiries

Mr S Ramagaga, tel. (018) 388 5890 DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, ENVIRONMENT, CONSERVATION, AND TOURISM It is the Department ‘s intention to promote Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment, especially in respect of race, gender and disability. White males and females are encouraged to apply.

Notes

S : Application must be submitted on a newly subscribed Z83 Form, obtainable from any Public Service Department, which must be signed and dated (and unsigned and not dated Z83 form will disqualify an application) and must be accompanied by a recently up-dated, comprehensive CV, including the details of at least three contactable referees (should be people who recently worked with the applicant). Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not being contacted within six (6) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks (criminal record check, citizenship verification, financial/asset record check, qualification/study verification and previous employment verification). Successful candidates will also be subjected to security clearance processes. The Department reserves the right not to make appointment(s) to the advertised post(s). No faxed and late applications will be considered. All shortlisted candidates f

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The construction and built environment sector is a major employer in South Africa, driven by government infrastructure spending and private development. Quantity surveyors, site managers, civil engineers, and town planners are in consistent demand. Professional registration with bodies such as SACQSP (quantity surveyors), SACAP (architects), and SACLAP (landscape architects) is required for regulated posts. Large government infrastructure projects are administered through provincial departments of Public Works.

·Include your professional registration number and body (SACQSP, SACAP, ECSA, SACLAP) prominently on your CV.
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·Town planning posts in local government require registration with SACPLAN and knowledge of the Spatial Planning and Land Use Management Act (SPLUMA).
·Project and site management roles increasingly require knowledge of the JBCC (Joint Building Contracts Committee) standard contract.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: NORTH WEST PROVINCE. 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

  • ·Matric/Grade 12/Degree(NQF7) in Local Government/Development Studies/Public Administration/Public Management/Governance/Town Planning/Urban and Regional Planning/Spatial Planning/Environmental Science/Social Science/Economics/Surveying/Geographic Information Systems/ as recognised by SAQA
  • ·Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in Local Government and

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Key Duties

  • ·Coordinate development, review and alignment of municipal five-year Strategic Integrated Development plan
  • ·Coordinate implementation of Local Economic Development Planning
  • ·Coordinate the Provincial Spatial Development Framework and ensure alignment with Municipal Spatial Development Frameworks
  • ·Coordinate administration of Spatial Planning and Land Use Management (SPLUMA)
  • ·Coordinate implementation of District Development Model, One Plans and Catalytic projects
  • ·Facilitate development and review of Land Use Schemes

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
  • Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
  • 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
  • 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 dedectapplications@nwpg.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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Frequently asked questions

How do I apply for the DIRECTOR: MUNICIPAL DEVELOPMENT PLANNING position at PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: NORTH WEST PROVINCE?+

Applications for this post are submitted by email. Sign up on NewGenJobs, complete your profile, and use the one-click auto-apply feature - we attach your CV and the completed Z83 form (for government posts) and send the application directly to PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: NORTH WEST PROVINCE from your Gmail account. The closing date is 10 July 2026.

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What is the salary for the DIRECTOR: MUNICIPAL DEVELOPMENT PLANNING position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 1 317 384. 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.

When does the DIRECTOR: MUNICIPAL DEVELOPMENT PLANNING application close?+

The closing date for this position is 10 July 2026 - 6 days from today. Late applications are not accepted by South African employers. Submit your application well before the deadline. NewGenJobs sends you a reminder before your tracked jobs close.