The following posts are on a five (5) year contractual basis.

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The following posts are on a five (5) year contractual basis.

Chief Construction Project Manager – Grade B TOTAL SALARY PACKAGE – R 976 371 per annum CENTRE: PIETERMARITZBURG (Ref.No.:CCPM01/10)

Requirements: Applicants must be in possession of an appropriate Bachelor’s Degrees / National Diploma in the technical field/ built environment plus a certificate in project management recognized by SACPCMP with a minimum of 6 years experience as a registered professional Project Manager, a valid driver’s licence and registered with the SACPCMP as a Project Manager.

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of various relevant Acts, policies and guidelines that govern the built environment, project management skills, principles and methodologies, project design and analysis knowledge, research and development, Good communication skills, Interpersonal Relations skills, Interpretation skills, Analytical skills, Computer literacy and time management skills.

The successful candidate will perform key Performance Areas:

Project design and analysis effectiveness, Maintain project operational effectiveness by managing the execution of project management strategy through the provision of appropriate structures, systems and resources. Set project standards, specifications and service levels according to organizational objectives to ensure optimum operational availability. Monitor project management efficiencies according to organizational goals to direct or redirect project services for the attainment of organizational objectives, Financial Management by ensuring the availability and management of funds to meet the MTEF objectives within the project environment/services; Manage the operational capital project portfolio for the operation to ensure effective resourcing according to organizational needs and objectives; Allocate, monitor, control expenditure according to budget to ensure efficient cash flow management. Allocate, monitor and control resources, Provide technical consulting services for the operation of project related matters to minimize possible project risks, Continuously monitor the exchange and protection of information between operations and individuals to ensure effective knowledge management according to departmental objectives. Direct the development motivation and utilization of human resources for the discipline to ensure competent knowledge base for the continued success of project services according to organizational needs and requirements. Manage subordinates’ key performance areas by setting and monitoring performance standards and taking actions to correct deviations to achieve departmental objectives.

Chief Engineer x 3 posts – Grade B TOTAL SALARY PACKAGE – R 792 669 per annum CENTRE: PIETERMARITZBURG (Ref.No.:CE 02/10)

Requirements: Applicants must be in possession of an appropriate Bachelor’s Degrees (B Eng/ (Eng) with a minimum of 6 years post qualification experience as a registered professional Engineer, a valid driver’s licence and registered with the ECSA as a Professional Engineer.

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of various relevant Acts, policies and guidelines that govern the built/ engineering environment, project management skills, Engineering, legal and operational compliance, Engineering design and analysis knowledge, research and development, Good communication skills, Interpersonal Relations skills, Interpretation skills, Analytical skills, Computer literacy and time management skills. The successful candidate will perform key Performance Areas:

Engineering design and analysis effectiveness, Maintain engineering operational effectiveness by managing the execution of maintenance strategy through the provision of appropriate structures, systems and resources, Set engineering maintenance standards, specifications and service levels according to organizational objectives to ensure optimum operational availability. Allocate, control, monitor and report on all resources, Provide technical consulting services for the operation on engineering related matters to minimize possible engineering risks, Manage and implement knowledge sharing initiatives e.g. short-term assignments and secondments within and across operations, in support of individual development plans, operational requirements and return on investment, Financial Management by ensuring the availability and management of funds to meet the MTEF objectives within the engineering environment/services; Allocate, control and monitor expenditure according to budget to ensure efficient cash flow management. Manage the development, motivation and utilization of human resources for the discipline to ensure competent knowledge base for the continued success of engineering services according to organizational needs and requirements, Manage subordinates’ key performance areas by setting and monitoring performance standards and taking actions to correct deviations to achieve departmental objectives.

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Chief Architect x 2 posts – Grade B TOTAL SALARY PACKAGE – R 653 181 per annum CENTRE: PIETERMARITZBURG (Ref.No.: CA 03/10)

Requirements: Applicants must be in possession of an appropriate Bachelor’s Degrees in Architecture with a minimum of 6 years post qualification experience as a registered Architect, a valid driver’s licence and registered with the SACAP as an Architect.

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of various relevant Acts, project management skills, Architectural legal and operational compliance, Architectural principles, research and development, Good communication skills, Interpersonal Relations skills, Interpretation skills, Analytical skills, Computer literacy and time management skills.

Architectural design and analysis effectiveness, Maintain architectural operational effectiveness by managing the execution of architectural strategy through the provision of appropriate structures, systems and resources. Set architectural standards, specifications and service levels according to organizational objectives to ensure optimum operational availability. Financial Management by ensuring the availability and management of funds to meet the MTEF objectives within the architectural environment/services; Facilitate the compilation of innovation proposals to ensure validity and adherence to organizational principles; Allocate, monitor, control expenditure according to budget to ensure efficient cash flow management, Allocate, monitor and control resources, Provide technical consulting services for the operation of architectural related matters to minimize possible architectural risks, Manage the development motivation and utilization of human resources for the discipline to ensure competent knowledge base for the continued success of architectural services according to organizational needs and requirements, Manage subordinates’ key performance areas by setting and monitoring performance standards and taking actions to correct deviations to achieve departmental objectives.

Chief Quantity Surveyor– Grade A x 6posts TOTAL SALARY PACKAGE – R 653 181 per annum CENTRE: PIETERMARITZBURG (Ref.No.: CQS 04/10)

Requirements: Applicants must be in possession of an appropriate Bachelor’s Degrees/ National Diploma in Quantity Survey with a minimum of 6 years post qualification experience as a Quantity Surveyor, a valid driver’s licence and registered with the SACQSP.

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of various relevant Acts, project management skills, Quantity survey legal and operational compliance, process knowledge and skills, Professional judgment, research and development, Good communication skills, Interpersonal Relations skills, Interpretation skills, Analytical skills, Computer literacy and time management skills.

Quantity Survey analysis effectiveness, Maintain quantity survey operational effectiveness by managing the execution of quantity survey strategy through the provision of appropriate structures, systems and resources, Set quantity survey standards, specifications and service levels according to organizational objectives to ensure optimum operational availability, Monitor quantity survey efficiencies according to organizational goals to direct or redirect quantity survey services for the attainment of organizational objectives, Financial Management by ensuring the availability and management of funds to meet the MTEF objectives within the quantity survey environment/services; allocate, monitor, control expenditure according to budget to ensure efficient cash flow management; Allocate, monitor and control resources, Provide technical specialist services for the operation of quantity survey related matters to minimize possible risks; Manage the development motivation and utilization of human resources for the discipline to ensure competent knowledge base for the continued success of quantity survey services according to organizational needs and requirements; Manage subordinates’ key performance areas by setting and monitoring performance standards and taking actions to correct deviations to achieve departmental objectives.

Chief Town and Regional Planner– Grade B x 1 post

Chief Town and Regional Planner– Grade A x 2 post TOTAL SALARY PACKAGE – R 653 181 per annum (Grade B) R 450 174 per annum (Grade A)

CENTRE: PIETERMARITZBURG (Ref.No.: CTRP 05/10)

Requirements: Applicants must be in possession of an appropriate Bachelor’s Degree in Urban/Town and Regional Planning with a minimum of 6 years post qualification experience as a Town and Regional planning, a valid driver’s licence and registered with the SACAP.

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of various relevant Acts, Town and Regional planning processes and procedures, project management skills, Town and Regional legal and operational compliance, process knowledge and skills, Professional judgment, research and development, Good communication skills, Interpersonal Relations skills, Interpretation skills, Analytical skills, Computer literacy and time management skills.

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Town and Regional Planning future forecasting by estimating the future need for housing in order to meet the needs of expansion and renewal; ensure adherence to legal issues and requirements involving community development and changes in housing and building codes; monitor the implementation of development in compliance with applicable legislation and town and regional planning standards and guidelines; Manage the compilation and adoption of technical and planning standards, norms and guidelines; Planning and design of sustainable human settlement; Compilation of spatial development frameworks (SDF) (as part of the IDP processes); Financial Management by ensuring the availability and management of funds to meet the MTEF objectives within the architectural environment/services; Allocate, monitor, control expenditure according to budget to ensure efficient cash flow management; Allocate, monitor and control resources; Provide technical consulting services for the operation of architectural related matters to minimize possible architectural risks; Manage the development motivation and utilization of human resources for the discipline to ensure competent knowledge base for the continued success of architectural services according to organizational needs and requirements; Manage subordinates’ key performance areas by setting and monitoring performance standards and taking actions to correct deviations to achieve departmental objectives.

Chief GISc Professional– Grade A TOTAL SALARY PACKAGE – R 450174 per annum CENTRE: PIETERMARITZBURG (Ref.No.: CGP 06/10)

Requirements: Applicants must be in possession of an appropriate Bachelor’s Degrees/ National Diploma in Quantity Survey with a minimum of 6 years post qualification experience as a Quantity Surveyor, a valid driver’s licence and registered with the SACQSP.

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of various relevant Acts, project management skills, Quantity survey legal and operational compliance, process knowledge and skills, Professional judgment, research and development, Good communication skills, Interpersonal Relations skills, Interpretation skills, Analytical skills, Computer literacy and time management skills.

Strategic management of the institutional GISc function by providing strategic direction and leadership on GISc activities; Plan, coordinate and facilitate GISc projects activities; Monitor and evaluate GISc function within the organization; Facilitate the functional requirement analysis; Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and policies; Manage compliance and setting up of applicable standards; Stakeholder management; Identify underlying strategic issues and implement appropriate GISc responses; Recommend the best possible policy direction and service delivery priorities; Provide overall framework for research and development activities; Provide standards, specification and service levels according to organizational objectives; Project and Financial Management, Stakeholder management, Manage conflict resolution effectively; Identify key Stakeholders; Build and maintain alliances and networks of clients, colleagues and interest groups inside and outside the organization; Manage the development, motivation and utilisation of human resources; Apply and manage Performance Management and Development System

Construction Project Manager (Production) – Grade C x 15 posts TOTAL SALARY PACKAGE – R 492 237 per annum

CENTRE: Ugu, uMgungundlovu. Uthukela, Umzinyathi, Amajuba, Zululand, Umkhanyakude, uThungulu, iLembe and Sisonke Districts (Ref.No.: CPMC 07/10)

Requirements: Applicants must be in possession of an appropriate Bachelor’s Degrees / National Diploma in the technical field/ built environment plus a certificate in project management recognized by SACPCMP with a minimum of 3years experience as in Project Management, a valid driver’s licence and registered with the SACPCMP as a Project Manager.

Project design and analysis effectiveness, Manage the execution of project management strategy through the provision of appropriate structures, systems and resources; Set project standards, specifications and service levels according to organizational objectives to ensure optimum operational availability; Ensure the availability and management of funds to meet the MTEF objectives within the project environment/services; Allocate, monitor, control expenditure according to budget to ensure efficient cash flow management; Allocate, monitor and control resources; Provide technical consulting services for the operation of project related matters to minimize possible project risks; Direct the development motivation and utilization of human resources for the discipline to ensure competent knowledge base for the continued success of project services according to organizational needs and requirements; Manage subordinates’ key performance areas by setting and monitoring performance standards and taking actions to correct deviations to achieve departmental objectives.

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Construction Project Manager (Production) – Grade A x 20 posts TOTAL SALARY PACKAGE – R 372 636 per annum

CENTRE: Ugu, uMgungundlovu. Uthukela, Umzinyathi, Amajuba, Zululand, Umkhanyakude, uThungulu, iLembe and Sisonke Districts (Ref.No.: CPMA 08/10)

Requirements: Applicants must be in possession of an appropriate Bachelor’s Degrees / National Diploma in the technical field/ built

environment plus a certificate in project management recognized by SACPCMP with a minimum of 3years experience as in Project Management, a valid driver’s licence and registered with the SACPCMP as a Project Manager.

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of various relevant Acts, policies and guidelines that govern the

built environment, project management skills, principles and methodologies, project design and analysis knowledge, research and development, Good communication skills, Interpersonal Relations skills, Interpretation skills, Analytical skills, Computer literacy and time management skills.

The successful candidate will perform key Performance Area:

Manage and co-ordinate all aspects of projects under the supervision of a Chief Construction Project Manager; Project planning, implementation, monitoring, reporting and evaluation in line with project management methodology; Manage day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope; Effectively apply methodology and enforce project standards to minimize risk on projects; Report project progress to Construction Project Manager; Manage project budget and resources in consultation with Construction Project Manager; Office administration, Provide inputs to Construction Project Manager with tender administration; Liaise and interact with service providers, client and management under the guidance of the Project Manager; Utilize resources allocated effectively; Research/literature on new developments on project management methodologies and liaise with relevant bodies/councils on project management

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Quality Assurance Inspector x 20 posts SALARY PACKAGE – R 240 318 per annum

CENTRE: Ugu, uMgungundlovu. Uthukela, Umzinyathi, Amajuba, Zululand, Umkhanyakude, uThungulu, iLembe and Sisonke Districts (Ref.No.: QAI 09/10)

Requirements: Applicants must be in possession of an appropriate Bachelor’s Degrees / National Diploma in the technical field/ built

environment with a minimum of 3 years relevant experience and a valid driver’s licence. .

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of various relevant Acts, policies and guidelines that govern the

built environment, project management skills, principles and methodologies, research and development, Good communication skills, Interpersonal Relations skills, Interpretation skills, Analytical skills, Computer literacy and time management skills.

Monitor the construction of houses to ensure compliance with building regulations, ensure that regular material testing is done by the contractor, ensure that specified materials are used in the construction process, manage and control all consumer complaints in respect of the projects, monitor all remedial rectification on the projects, process project enrolment with the NHRBC, provide technical support to all projects in the Regions attached to the Department, examination of all plans and specifications for compliance to ensure that they are managed (geotechnical reports, surveyor general plans, engineering designs and specifications), ensure projects delivery on service level agreement.

General Manager: Monitoring and Evaluation TOTAL SALARY PACKAGE – R 746 181 per annum CENTRE: PIETERMARITZBURG (Ref.No.: GMME 10/10)

Requirements: Applicants must be in possession of an appropriate Bachelor’s Degrees / National Diploma in the technical field/ built environment plus a certificate in project management recognized by SACPCMP with a minimum of 3years experience as in Project Management, a valid driver’s licence and registered with the SACPCMP as a Project Manager.

Develop and coordinate monitoring and evaluation systems for all departmental programmes by develop Monitoring and Evaluation framework, Implement Monitoring and Evaluation framework, To develop a departmental system for Monitoring and evaluation, Develop departments performance report, Develop framework for monitoring the Five Year Human Settlements Strategic Agenda by developing and implementing Monitoring and Evaluation framework for Municipalities and Department; Render Programme Manager functions; Develop reports for Cabinet, provincial legislature national department, management and SCOPA. Facilitate co-operative governance between all spheres of government and exercise duties of Programme Manager.

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Manager: Monitoring

TOTAL SALARY PACKAGE – R 652 572 per annum CENTRE: PIETERMARITZBURG (Ref.No.: MM 11/10)

Requirements: Applicants must be in possession of an appropriate Bachelor’s Degrees / National Diploma in Monitoring and Evaluation with a minimum of 3 years senior management and a valid driver’s licence

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of various relevant Acts, policies and guidelines that govern monitoring and evaluation, project management skills, principles and methodologies, project design and analysis knowledge, research and development, Good communication skills, Interpersonal Relations skills, Interpretation skills, Analytical skills, Computer literacy and time management skills.

Maintain systems to ensure the timeous submission of quality progress reports across the Units of the Department; Facilitate information management; reporting and monitoring processes in the Department and facilitate co-ordination and alignment between all spheres of government ; Provide assistance in ensuring validity and reliability of all data/ information reported in the quarterly progress reports and build capacity; Provide input to national and provincial policy and legislative processes as well as structures regarding monitoring of public sector policies; programmes and projects Provide strategic direction to the component and give input to the Chief Directorate’s strategic planning processes and exercise duties of Responsibility Manager.

Manager: Evaluation

TOTAL SALARY PACKAGE – – R 652 572 per annum CENTRE: PIETERMARITZBURG (Ref.No.: ME 12/10)

Requirements: Applicants must be in possession of an appropriate Bachelor’s Degrees / National Diploma in Monitoring and Evaluation with a minimum of 3 years management and a valid driver’s licence

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of various relevant Acts, policies and guidelines that govern monitoring and evaluation, Understanding local government legislation, project management skills, planning, project design and analysis knowledge, research and development, Good communication skills, Interpersonal Relations skills, Interpretation skills, Analytical skills, Computer literacy and time management skills.

Co-ordinate quarterly programme reviews of the programmes in the Department; Co-ordinate alignment of organisational performance against individual performance within the Department; Facilitate external evaluation of all programme areas; Provide input to national and provincial policy and legislative processes as well as structures regarding monitoring of public sector policies; programmes and projects, Provide strategic direction to the component and give input to the Chief Directorate’s strategic planning processes and exercise duties of Responsibility Manager.

Deputy Manager: Evaluation

TOTAL SALARY PACKAGE – – R 378 456 per annum CENTRE: PIETERMARITZBURG (Ref.No.: DME 13/10)

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of various relevant Acts, policies and guidelines that govern monitoring and evaluation, Understanding local government legislation, project management skills, planning, project design and analysis knowledge, research and development, Good communication skills, Interpersonal Relations skills, Interpretation skills, Analytical skills, Computer literacy and time management skills.

Provide input into review of national and provincial policies, legislation and initiatives in support of evaluation; Support the development and implementation of Departmental programmes on evaluation of policies; Support the compilation of reports and reporting of the Department on its performance; Support implementation of the evaluation capacity building strategy; Coordinate policy and programme evaluations and Provide support to the development and implementation of evaluation guidelines

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Deputy Manager: Monitoring

TOTAL SALARY PACKAGE – – R 378 456 per annum CENTRE: PIETERMARITZBURG (Ref.No.: DMM 14/10)

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of various relevant Acts, policies and guidelines that govern monitoring and evaluation, Understanding local government legislation, project management skills, planning, project design and analysis knowledge, research and development, Good communication skills, Interpersonal Relations skills, Interpretation skills, Analytical skills, Computer literacy and time management skills

Provide input into review of national and provincial policies, legislation and initiatives in support of monitoring; Support the development and implementation of Departmental programmes on monitoring of policies and programmes; Support the compilation of reports and reporting of the Department on its performance; Support implementation of the

monitoring capacity building strategy; Coordinate policy and programme monitoring; Provide support to the development and implementation of monitoring guidelines, policies and procedures.

Deputy Manager: Systems and Reporting TOTAL SALARY PACKAGE – – R 378 456 per annum CENTRE: PIETERMARITZBURG (Ref.No.: DMSR 15/10)

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of various relevant Acts, policies and guidelines that govern monitoring and evaluation, Systems and IT application, Understanding local government legislation, project management skills, planning, project design and analysis knowledge, research and development, Good communication skills, Interpersonal Relations skills, Interpretation skills, Analytical skills, Computer literacy and time management skills The successful candidate will perform key Performance Areas:

Develop and maintain systems and tools for reporting in the Department; Audit and prepare reports for monitoring and evaluations to MINMEC, COHOD, SCOPA, etc; Draft reports on progress for the Department regarding its performance and achievement of targets; Provide support to the Monitoring unit in ensuring validity and reliability of data/ information reported in the quarterly and yearly reports, Integrate and align all departmental Monitoring and Evaluation systems.

Enquiries related to the above posts can be directed to: Ms CG Gumbi-Masilela: 033 392 6400 CLOSING DATE FOR ADVERTISED POSTS: 22 October 2010

Please note: Application must be submitted on the prescribed Application for Employment form (Z83) which must be originally signed and accompanied by detailed CV and original certified copies of required educational qualifications (not copies of certified copies). Failure to comply with the above instructions will lead to the disqualification of the candidate. Should you not receive a response from the Department within three months from the date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The Provincial Administration of KwaZulu-Natal is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. It is the intention of the Department of Human Settlements to promote representivity in the Public Service and applicants whose appointment will promote representivity will receive preference. Disabled applicants are encouraged to apply. Faxed or E-mail application will not be accepted.

The Department of Human Settlements reserves the right not to fill the advertised posts.

Forward your applications, quoting the relevant reference number and the name of the publication in which you saw this advertisement to: The Head of Department of Human Settlements, Private Bag X 54367, Durban, 4000 for the Attention of Mr W.J.