Job Description

The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to manage processes for the acquisition/expropriation, transfer and alienation of land.
Minimum RequirementsAn appropriate 3 year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years management level experience.
RecommendationRecent and relevant experience in the leading of the following processes: permanent and temporary land expropriation and aquisition, survey and transfer of road reserve land, alienate/cancel caveats of superfluous road reserve land with a demonstrated sound understanding of powers, delegations and respnonsiblities; Demonstration through experience of legal and regulatory knowledge to support land expropriation and aquisition; Understanding of the new Expropriation Act 13 of 2024; Proven track record of: negotiation and stakeholder engagement; project and risk management; contract and agreement management.Key Performance AreasOperational Management; Plan and manage the work of and account for the overall performance of the Subdirectorate; People Management; Financial Management.
CompetenciesKnowledge and understanding of the following: Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function; Project management; Operational management practices; Procurement and tendering processes; Policy development, and operational management, monitoring and review processes; Modern systems of governance and administration; Public service procedures, processes and systems; Regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape; Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector; Public finance, human resources and discourse management processes; Public Finance Management Act, National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements; Functioning of the province and the activities of sister departments/related functional areas; Policies of the government of the day; Labour Relations legislation and regulations; Performance management in general. Skills needed: Numeracy; Computer Literacy; Language skills; Project Management; Accounting, Finance and Audit; Analytical thinking; Strategic thinking; Policy implementation (Impact on system); Conflict resolution; Monitoring, evaluation and reporting; Presentation; Problem solving; Research.
RemunerationAll-inclusive salary package of R 896 436 per annum (Salary Level 11)Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for the middle-management service (MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed.
NotesShortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to attend interviews and practical on a date and time determined by thedepartment and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.Should you experience difficulties with your online application,technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to16.00. Contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

Western Cape Government