Exciting Leadership Opportunities at Gauteng COGTA

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The Gauteng Department of Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) invites suitably qualified and experienced candidates to apply for the following positions. These roles offer an opportunity to contribute to good governance, sustainable development, community empowerment, and the strengthening of municipal institutions across the province.

  • Chief Director: Integrated Development and Spatial Planning
  • Director: Transformation Programmes
  • Director: Stakeholder Liaison
  • Director: Community Development
  • Director: Municipal Governance and Administration (Policy and Research)
  • Deputy Director (Office Manager): Office of the HOD
CHIEF DIRECTOR: INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT AND SPATIAL PLANNING

REF NO: REFS/023221
Chief Directorate: Integrated Development and Spatial Planning

SALARY: R1 494 900 per annum (all-inclusive package)
CENTRE: Johannesburg

REQUIREMENTS:
Matric plus NQF level 7/Bachelor’s Degree in the Built Environment as recognised by the South African Qualifications Authority (Qualification that enables registration with the South African Council for Planners as a Technical or Professional Planner). A post-graduate qualification in development planning, spatial planning, urban planning, town/urban and regional planning will be an added advantage. Coupled with 5 years’ working experience at a senior managerial level either at municipal or provincial/national level or a combination of these and, preferably in the Urban Planning, Development Planning, Spatial Planning, and related field. Furthermore, the recommended candidate will be required to produce his/her SMS Pre-entry certificate as offered by the National School of Governance (NSG) prior to the appointment being made.

Competencies:

  • Knowledge and understanding of legislation and policies governing Integrated Development Planning, Intergovernmental Planning, Intergovernmental Relations and coordination, Spatial Development and Planning, Geographic Information Systems, Local Economic Development.
  • Knowledge and understanding of National and Provincial programmes, and priorities relevant to Integrated Development Planning, Intergovernmental Planning, Intergovernmental Relations and coordination, Spatial Development and Planning, Geographic Information Systems, Local Economic Development.
  • Knowledge and understanding of intergovernmental planning and implementation instruments, systems, and governance models.
  • Knowledge and understanding of intergovernmental planning and implementation challenges and opportunities.
  • Knowledge and understanding of intergovernmental planning and implementation support methodologies and programmes.
  • Knowledge and understanding of intergovernmental planning and implementation partnership methodologies and typologies.
  • Knowledge of legislation governing financial management.
  • Knowledge of legislation and policies governing human resource management.
  • Knowledge of legislation and policies governing supply chain management.
  • Interpretation and implementation of various legislation, programmes and policies relevant to Integrated Development Planning, Intergovernmental Planning, Intergovernmental Relations and coordination, Spatial Development and Planning, Geographic Information Systems, Local Economic Development.
  • Ability to distinguish between and support where necessary, the political and administrative mandates pertaining to integrated development planning in the province and across municipalities.
  • Programme and Project Management associated with the development of IDPs, town/urban and regional planning, spatial planning, local economic development and development planning.
  • Ability to use various computer applications (Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft, Excel).
  • Ability to analyse and assess integrated development plans and processes.
  • Programme and Project Management.
  • Analysis, Monitoring and Evaluation.
  • Report writing.
  • Presentation.
  • Communication.
  • Ability to engage with various stakeholders, municipalities and departments.
  • Problem-solving and conflict resolution.
  • Financial Management.
  • People Management.
  • Change Management.
  • Leadership.
  • Innovation.
  • Valid driver’s license Minimum Code 8 (EB).

DUTIES:

  • Manage the support and monitoring of the development of municipal Integrated Development Plans (IDPs) across the GCR.
  • Manage the implementation of the District Development Model (DDM) across the GCR.
  • Manage the coordination of local economic development across the GCR.
  • Manage the development and review of the Gauteng Spatial Development Framework.
  • Manage support to develop, review and implement municipal Spatial Development Frameworks.
  • Manage support to land use management across the Gauteng City Region.
  • Manage and solve conflict within the Chief Directorate.
  • Manage the Budget of the Chief Directorate.
  • Manage the skills development plan of the Chief Directorate.
  • Manage the PMDS of the Chief Directorate.
  • Manage the audit finding and queries of the Chief Directorate.
  • Oversee leave management of the Chief Directorate.

ENQUIRIES: Caiphus Nkuna/ Andy Ndaba at 071 474 7078/51

DIRECTOR: TRANSFORMATION PROGRAMMES

REF NO: REFS/023222
Directorate: Transformation Programmes

SALARY: R1 266 714 per annum (all-inclusive package)
CENTRE: Johannesburg

REQUIREMENTS:
Matric plus NQF level 7/Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Social Sciences, Humanities as recognised by the South African Qualifications Authority, or relevant qualification, coupled with 5 years’ experience at a middle/senior managerial level in Transformation Programmes or Related Programs. Furthermore, the recommended candidate will be required to produce his/her SMS Pre-entry certificate as offered by the National School of Governance (NSG) prior to the appointment being made.

Competencies:

  • Knowledge in local government and development studies.
  • Ability to communicate well with people at different levels and from different backgrounds.
  • Ability to plan, implement, monitor, and evaluate activities and desired outputs in respect performance indicators and targets.
  • Knowledge in administrative procedures in the department.
  • Ability to keep an office in a tidy manner having a detailed tracking system for documents and effective filing system.
  • Ability to obtain relevant information from correct sources within a limited timeframes.
  • Analytical skills.
  • Project management skills.
  • Report writing skills.
  • Communication skills.
  • Problem solving skills.
  • Conflict management skills.
  • Interpersonal skills.
  • Planning and organising skills.
  • Coordination skills.
  • Facilitation skills.
  • Assertiveness.
  • Negotiation skills.
  • Work independently.
  • Honesty.
  • Confidentiality.
  • Responsibility.
  • Accountability and Sharing.
  • Willingness to go beyond the call of duty.

DUTIES:

  • Lead and manage capacity building initiatives on GEYODI mainstreaming and gender-based violence and femicide.
  • Manage and coordinate capacity building initiatives through trainings and workshop programmes.
  • Lead and manage the nomination process of delegates to attend training.
  • Ensure the monitoring of training programmes.
  • Ensure the development and management of training database.
  • Manage and monitor compliance of training programmes with relevant legislation.
  • Lead and manage the support to municipalities with GEYODI mainstreaming initiatives.
  • Ensure the provision of support to all 86 municipalities to ensure GEYODI mainstreaming.
  • Ensure the monitoring of all municipalities on transformation programmes.
  • Ensure the capacitation of all municipalities to ensure GEYODI programmes.
  • Coordinate the implementation of GBVF programmes in municipalities.
  • Manage and coordinate capacity building programmes on GBVF in the department and municipalities.
  • Ensure the development of transformation policies and strategies and monitor implementation in the department and municipalities.
  • Manage and develop departmental gender, youth and people with disability mainstreaming action plans.
  • Manage and conduct advocacy sessions on departmental gender, youth and people with disability mainstreaming programmes.
  • Manage and conduct compliance of departmental and municipal programmes to gender, youth and people with disability mainstreaming targets, policies and action plans.
  • Manage and ensure reporting on the implementation of corrective action on departmental and municipal programmes.
  • Manage and coordinate the process of hosting commemorative months in line with specific and relevant themes.
  • Ensure the liaising with specific municipality and stakeholders.
  • Exercise oversight and provide strategic support to the department and municipalities with regards to transformation programmes.
  • Ensure the monitoring of communication, reporting and integration of the outputs to the units within the department and externally with all stakeholders.
  • Monitor and manage the distribution of the sector presentations and commitments to all relevant municipalities and stakeholders.
  • Ensure the provision of written reports to the supervisor on all TP-related meetings, sessions, conferences and workshops within 7 days of attendance.
  • Manage coordination of departmental GEYODI mainstreaming.
  • Ensure the monitoring and supporting HCM to ensure employment equity targets are met.
  • Ensure the monitoring and supporting SCM to ensure BBBEE targets are met.
  • Ensure the identification of GEYODI/transformation empowerment programmes for the department and municipalities.
  • Manage the awarding of bursaries to learners with disabilities.
  • Ensure the liaising with institutions of higher learning to provide us with database of deserving learners with disabilities.
  • Manage and develop submissions and award letters to the deserving learners with disabilities.
  • Ensure and monitor responses to enquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
  • Manage the collation and dissemination of all the sector strategic plans, plan of action and all the GPG technical comments regarding transformation programmes and GEYODI to all municipalities.
  • Manage and Departmental performance on GEYODI targets and plans from the relevant business units.
  • Manage all logistics related to GEYODI and committees.
  • Coordinate and compile reports to the HOD, MEC and legislature.
  • Manage the preparation and submission of quarterly, bi-annual and annual gender, youth and people with disability mainstreaming reports.
  • Manage and solve conflict within the directorate.
  • Manage the budget of the directorate.
  • Manage the skills development plan of the directorate.
  • Manage the PMDS of the directorate.
  • Manage the leave management of the directorate.
  • Manage the audit finding and queries of the directorate.
  • Ensure administrative support is given to members of the directorate.
  • Manage logistical arrangements for all the unit’s meetings/engagements.

ENQUIRIES: Caiphus Nkuna/ Andy Ndaba at 071 474 7078/51

DIRECTOR: STAKEHOLDER LIAISON

REF NO: REFS/023224
Directorate: Stakeholder Liaison

SALARY: R1 266 714 per annum (all-inclusive package)
CENTRE: Johannesburg

REQUIREMENTS:
Matric plus NQF Level 7/Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Communications, Social Science as recognised by the South African Qualifications Authority or equivalent qualification, coupled with 5 years’ experience at a middle/senior managerial. Furthermore, the recommended candidate will be required to produce SMS Pre-entry certificate as offered by the National School of Governance (NSG) prior to the appointment being made.

Competencies:

  • Public Service Act and Regulations, PFMA, Government processes of formulating policy.
  • Managerial skills.
  • Project management skills.
  • Risk analysis skills.
  • Interpersonal skills.
  • Problem solving skills.
  • Analytical skills.
  • Report writing skills.
  • A Valid driver’s license.

DUTIES:

  • Develop and manage the implementation of stakeholder engagement strategies, policies and procedures and ensure that stakeholder profiles (interests and expectations) are analysed and maintained throughout the delivery of a programme/project.
  • Develop and implement creative, effective, and fully coordinated communication strategies for both internal and external stakeholders using appropriate channels of communication.
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures and action plans for stakeholder engagement activities.
  • Ensure the identification of innovative communications solutions.
  • Manage co-ordination of information gathering and dissemination across various project teams.
  • Ensure monitoring and evaluation of the progress and outcomes of stakeholder engagement activities.
  • Develop and manage the stakeholder Management database.
  • Develop positive links with relevant stakeholder groups to ensure the transmission of information is coordinated.
  • Ensure compilation of monthly and quarterly reports on implementation of Stakeholder Engagement activities.
  • Ensure that the council’s and community consultation and engagement standards are applied consistently throughout the capital programmes and to demonstrate this through management reports, gateway reviews and audits.
  • Manage and/or lead meetings and large group activities with strategic stakeholders and encourage collaborative partnership.
  • Ensure the provision of advice, support, and brief of relevant stakeholders on matters relating to stakeholder engagement activities and delivery of outcomes.
  • Manage the facilitation and coordination of events that publicize positive activities involving projects and maintain an ongoing communications plan.
  • Implementation of government policies on civic education and promotion of participatory democracy.
  • Coordination of all spheres of government to promote effective civic awareness on government programmes and services.

ENQUIRIES: Caiphus Nkuna/ Andy Ndaba at 071 474 7078/51

DIRECTOR: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

REF NO: REFS/023225
Directorate: Community Development

SALARY: R1 266 714 per annum (all-inclusive package)
CENTRE: Johannesburg

REQUIREMENTS:
Matric plus NQF level 7/Bachelor’s Degree in Development Work Social Sciences as recognised by the South African Qualifications Authority or equivalent qualification, coupled with 5 years’ experience at a middle/senior managerial in the Public Service. Furthermore, the recommended candidate will be required to produce his/her SMS Pre-entry certificate as offered by the National School of Governance (NSG) prior to the appointment being made.

Competencies:

  • Financial management.
  • Knowledge of Community Development work, relevant legislation & policies.
  • Programme management.
  • Integrated approach to service delivery.
  • Computer literacy.
  • Planning.
  • Team development.
  • Decision making.
  • Presentation.
  • Leadership.
  • Community Development.
  • Networking.
  • Communication.
  • Organizing.
  • Controlling.
  • Research.
  • A valid drivers’ license.

DUTIES:

  • Customise the CDW national Policy Framework to an Implementation Plan for (CDWP).
  • Manage the establishment of Provincial and District Forums for co-ordination and implementation of CDWP.
  • Provide functional linkages between the national offices (DCOG & DPSA) and the Provincial stakeholders in all aspects of CDWP within Gauteng.
  • Manage all developmental aspects of the CDWP in accordance with the policy framework and standard guidelines.
  • Provide guidance and advisory services to Municipalities for the implementation of CDWP within Gauteng.
  • Manage processes for identification of potential operational risks and obstacles to develop appropriate solutions and proactively report deviations, trends, and problem areas to the CDW National Coordinators Forum (NCF).
  • Ensure analyses of consolidated provincial reports and provide recommendations thereon.
  • Manage, monitor, and evaluate the functioning of CDW programme in the province.
  • Manage the broad recruitment standards and implementation framework for the CDW programme.
  • Procure necessary human, financial, equipment and other resources.
  • Establish and maintain appropriate control mechanism.
  • Ensure principles of CDWP in Gauteng and policies are implemented within a structure framework by both spheres of government and other relevant local governance structures.
  • Facilitate implementation of partnership framework within local government to effect systematic operation of the CDW programmes.
  • Ensure increasing response to community needs and effective implementation of development initiatives emanated from CDW operations.
  • Manage the development of a memorandum of understanding between stakeholders (municipalities, government departments and local governance structures) and the DCOG.
  • Manage the implementation of the CDWP in line with National, Provincial and Local Government access strategies.
  • Ensure effective linkage of citizens to government programmes, projects, and services.
  • Manage the alignment of the CDWP with other government programmes i.e. Public Participation, LED and GCIS.
  • Manage the implementation of the CDW Information Management System.
  • Manage the provision of support to mobile platforms for CDW’s.
  • Manage the process of the provision of CDW resources in close proximity to community clustering areas.
  • Develop realistic and cost-effective operational deliverables and milestones to meet deadlines.
  • Manage the compilation and the implementation of strategic business plan and operational plans.
  • Manage HR related matters and budget.

ENQUIRIES: Caiphus Nkuna/ Andy Ndaba at 071 474 7078/51

DIRECTOR: MUNICIPAL GOVERNANCE AND ADMINISTRATION (POLICY AND RESEARCH)

REF NO: REFS/023226
Directorate: Municipal Governance and Administration

SALARY: R1 266 714 per annum (all-inclusive package)
CENTRE: Johannesburg

REQUIREMENTS:
Matric plus NQF level 7 qualification in Public Administration/Politics/Public Policy and Governance/Policy Studies as recognised by the South African Qualifications Authority or related studies. Coupled with 5 years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level in Municipal Administration/Policy and Research environment. Furthermore, the recommended candidate will be required to produce his/her SMS Pre-entry certificate as offered by the National School of Governance (NSG) prior to the appointment being made.

Competencies:

  • Demonstrate knowledge of policy analysis, formulation, and research.
  • Analytical and problem-solving.
  • Communication (written and verbal).
  • Strong research, strategic, leadership, IGR, and management skills.
  • Financial management skills.
  • Programme and project management skills.
  • People management and empowerment compete.
  • A valid driver’s license.

DUTIES:

  • Manage and coordinate municipal administration, governance, and research functions effectively and efficiently within the department.
  • Policy and Research: Develop a policy and research agenda for the department and create an implementation plan for all policy and research-related matters, including the review of local government policies, regulations, frameworks, and legislation. Project manage policy and research initiatives for the department on topical issues in local government.
  • Municipal Administration and Governance: Manage and support municipal establishment processes pre- and post-local government elections. Support municipal corporate services to ensure good governance. Manage provincial interventions in local government. Coordinate the support of council oversight and accountability systems. Support municipal administrative compliance as outlined in the local government legislative framework. Support integrity management initiatives in municipalities in line with the Local Government Anti-Corruption Strategy and conduct investigations in accordance with Section 106.
  • Manage the Budget of the Directorate.
  • Manage the skills development plan of the Directorate.
  • Manage the PMDS of the Directorate.
  • Manage the audit findings and queries of the Directorate.

ENQUIRIES: Caiphus Nkuna/ Andy Ndaba at 071 474 7078/51

DEPUTY DIRECTOR (OFFICE MANAGER): OFFICE OF THE HOD

REF NO: REFS/023229
Directorate: Executive Support

SALARY: R896 436 per annum (all-inclusive package)
CENTRE: Johannesburg

REQUIREMENTS:
Matric plus NQF7 in Public Administration/Administration, Office Management, or relevant qualification. Coupled with a minimum of 3 to 5 years of administration experience in the public sector environment.

Competencies:

  • In-depth knowledge of government legislative frameworks such as the PFMA, Public Service Act, Treasury Regulations and various Acts that regulate the Public Service.
  • Knowledge of Supply Chain Management, corporate services and financial and asset management procedures and processes in the public sector.
  • Good working knowledge of the Ministerial Handbook.
  • Excellent organisations skills.
  • Interpersonal Skills.
  • Excellent Communication skills.
  • Computer skills.
  • Analytical thinking skills.
  • Research skills.
  • Management skills.
  • Leadership skills.
  • Strong administrative skills.
  • Time management.
  • Work independently, effectively, and efficiently under pressure.
  • A valid driver’s license.

DUTIES:

  • Coordinate cabinet submissions and confirmation of content matters with the responsible manager in the Branch.
  • Ensure that Executive Council decisions are communicated to all relevant managers within the Department for implementation or updates where required.
  • Collate responses on decisions received for HoD and MEC’s consideration and approval and submit to the Cabinet Secretariat.
  • Ensure that status updates on all Technical Subcommittee and EXCO decisions are provided to the Cabinet Secretariat as per the stipulated timeframes.
  • Implement measures to ensure that all cabinet submissions are submitted within a required timeframe and per the approved cabinet programme.
  • Ensures tracking system is in place to track all EXCO decisions and decision of the internal meetings.
  • Compile and submit quarterly reports to the HOD on all EXCO resolutions.
  • Manage the coordination of Senior Management Meetings chaired by the HoD (e.g. Quarterly Review Sessions, Strategic Planning Sessions, Local Government Workstream, Regional Conveners Meeting, Regional Teams Meetings, Bilateral Meetings with Sector Departments and Bilateral Meetings with municipalities and SMT).
  • Manage workshops & functions within the set timeframes.
  • Minute taking & recording of meetings.
  • Distribute packs this includes agenda, minutes, and Action List of previous meeting as well as summarized content reports as requested by the HOD.
  • Follow up on resolutions & close off resolutions with appropriate reports also ensuring that deadlines are met.
  • Compile and submit quarterly reports to the HOD on all governance structures resolutions.
  • Track and close off resolutions emanating from National Structures such as MINMEC and others.
  • Manage the recruitment and selection of staff for the Office of the HOD.
  • Manage leave of personnel.
  • Manage, coach and supervise staff.
  • Coordinate financial disclosures pertaining to top management.
  • Manage Performance Management and Development System (PMDS).
  • Implement Online PMDS for the Heads of Department.
  • Coordinate the Performance Agreements for Senior Managers reporting to the Head of Department.
  • Identify training needs. Compile and manage the indicative training programme.
  • Manage own development and training.
  • Compile portfolio of evidence, if required.
  • Compile monthly training reports.
  • Ensure leave co-ordination is done effectively.
  • Provide general administrative duties to director executive support and the HOD.
  • Conduct regular staff meetings.
  • Manage the quality control of documents/submissions/referrals received in the Office of the HOD.
  • Manage the implementation of an effective and efficient Document Management system for proper execution and coordination of activities in the office of the HOD.
  • Quality check documents before submission to the HOD.
  • Undertake policy or line function tasks as required: Execute research, analyze information and compile complex documents for the HOD.
  • Source information and compile comprehensive documents for the HOD with regard to issues emanating from meetings such as HOD’s Forum, MINMEC etc.
  • Compile memoranda as required.
  • Scrutinize submissions/reports, make notes and recommendations to present to the HOD.
  • Draft responses for submission to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Co-ordinate, follow-up, and compile reports of a transverse nature for the HOD and advise/sensitize the HOD on reports to be submitted (for example by Provincial Departments, Municipalities, Components etc.).
  • Compile presentations and speeches for the HOD.
  • Liaise with stakeholders to ensure integration of programmes.
  • Scrutinize documents to determine actions/information/documents required.
  • Collect and compile information for the HOD with regard to issues that needs to be discussed.
  • Record minutes/resolutions and communicate/disseminate to relevant role-players, follow-up on progress made, prepare briefing notes as well as other documentation.
  • Compile the agenda of meetings chaired by the HOD and ensure circulation of accompanying memoranda.
  • Co-ordinate high level meetings including overseeing the logistics, transport arrangements and take charge of invitations and RSVP functions etc.
  • Provide support to the Head of Department: Scrutinize documents to determine actions/information/documents required.
  • Collect and compile information for the Heads of Department or Branches at National level with regard to issues that needs to be discussed.
  • Record minutes/decisions and communicate/disseminate to relevant role-players, follow-up on progress made, prepare briefing notes as well as other documentation.
  • Compile the agenda of meetings chaired by the Heads of Department or Branches at National level and ensure circulation of accompanying memoranda.
  • Co-ordinate high level meetings including overseeing the logistics, transport arrangements and take charge of invitations and RSVP functions etc.
  • Manage general support services in the office of the Heads of Department: Set up and maintain systems in the Office that will ensure efficiency in the office.
  • Establish, implement and maintain effective processes/procedures for information and documents flow to and from the Office.
  • Ensure the safekeeping of all documentation in the Office.
  • Manage the engagements of the Heads of Department or Branches at National level.
  • Manage the resources of the Heads of Department: Determine and collate information with regard to the budget needs of the Office.
  • Keep record of expenditure commitments, monitor expenditure and alert the DG with regard to possible over- and under spending.
  • Identify the need to move funds between items compile submissions for this purpose.
  • Monitor and evaluate the performance of the Staff in the Office.
  • Manage the human resource aspects related to the staff in the Office including the leave register, telephone accounts etc.
  • Oversee responses drafted by the Personal Assistant on enquiries received from internal and external stakeholders.

ENQUIRIES: Caiphus Nkuna/ Andy Ndaba at 071 474 7078/51

HOW TO APPLY

APPLICATIONS: Applications must be submitted on a duly online completed Z83 form
Applications should be submitted strictly online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za/Public/Jobs.aspx or http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za/Public/Jobs.aspx

FOR ATTENTION: Human Capital management

CLOSING DATE: 08 September 2025

NOTE: It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. Preference will be given to people with disabilities. Applications should be submitted strictly online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za/Public/Jobs.aspx or http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za/Public/Jobs.aspx and it should be accompanied by a most recent Z83 form and comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV), certified copies of qualifications and Identity will be submitted upon request (no postal or hand delivery applications will be accepted).

It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Following the interview and exercise, the selection panel will recommend SMS candidates to attend a generic management competency assessment.

Correspondence will only be limited to shortlisted candidates. If you have not been contacted within 3 months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

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