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Gauteng Department of Environment · Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site and Dinokeng

Deputy Director: Public Participation and Community Projects Level 11 Dinokeng

  • Johannesburg
  • Gauteng
  • R932k /yr
  • Community and Social Services
Closing date
Monday, 9 November 2026 Closes today
Reference
REFS/057081
Source
Gauteng · 8 Nov 2026

About the role

To apply for the above position, please apply online at http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za. Applicants are requested to complete the Z83 form properly and in full. (Sections A, B, C and D are compulsory and Sections E, F and G do not need to be completed if a detailed CV covering the Sections is attached). The reference number of the advertised post should be stated on the Z.83.

Only short-listed candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on, or before the day of the interview following an invitation from the Department to attend an interview, and such qualification(s) and other related document(s) should be in line with the requirements of the advertisement Qualification certificates must not be copies of certified copies. Applications received after the closing date and those that do not comply with these instructions will not be considered. The onus is on the applicants to ensure that their applications are applied for online timeously.

Candidates who possess foreign qualifications and/or short courses certificates must take it upon themselves to have their qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The Department comply with the provisions of Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA); Act No. 4 of 2013.

We will use your personal information provided to us for the purpose of recruitment only and more specifically for the purpose of the position/vacancy you have applied for. Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks (criminal record check, citizenship verification, financial assets check, qualification verification and reference checks).

Requirements

Matric plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) or equivalent South African Qualification Authority qualification in public administration/business administration/or any professional qualification in one or more areas of relevant professional knowledge pertaining to this position. Any higher qualification will be an added advantage.

At least 3-5 years’ experience in the provision of project administrative and management support.

3 years management experience. Valid drivers licence

Duties

To lead and manage an inclusive public participation and drive sustainable community development projects that link communities and adjacent game reserve to local economic opportunities, to alleviate poverty, and ensure communities benefit from the biodiversity economy.

Provide strategic direction and leadership.

Management of sub-programme work – Ensure delivery as per business plan and work plan; Plan and implement skills development and training projects; Plan and implement community projects; Stakeholder management, including public meetings; Facilitate tourism institution arrangements Promote use of brand and enforce compliance with brand policies; Ensure planning, scheduling, evaluating etc.; Ensure work is carried out according to quality standards; Overseeing strategic projects

Lead planning process (strategy, business planning and budgeting)

Management of Human Resources

Management of Financial Resources –

Sign off on work, as per delegated authority

Management of Administrative Systems

Coordination with other sub-programmes on joint work

Coordination with other departments on project work.

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