Deputy Director: Human Settlement: Rental Stock and Informal Settlements

In brief

**Overview** This role as Deputy Director: Human Settlement: Rental Stock and Informal Settlements at the City of Tshwane involves overseeing the management, living conditions, control, and formal upgrading of informal settlements within Tshwane. The successful candidate will act as a vital link between vulnerable communities from informal settlements and the City, managing land use and the provision of essential services to residents in these areas. **What you will do** * Oversee informal settlements management through the implementation of the Informal Settlements Management Policy and the Informal Settlements Upgrading Strategy. * Conduct shack marking and the registration of beneficiaries in informal settlements for proper control and upgrading processes. * Establish and manage the integrated beneficiary management list comprising the National Housing Needs Register, Informal Settlements Beneficiary List, Hostel Beneficiary list and Rental Waiting List. * Coordinate the reblocking and relocation of beneficiaries in line with the layout maps provided by human settlement planners. * Manage the provision of rudimentary services to informal settlements (rudimentary water, rudimentary sewer, rudimentary waste management and grading of access routes) in consultation with the formalisation team. * Ensure a climate conducive to promoting and sustaining motivational levels, productivity and performance by directing and controlling the outcomes associated with the use, productivity and performance of personnel. * Monitor and control the section budget so that income and expenditure are in line with Council requirements. * Establish and implement the standard operating procedure for informal settlements management in the City of Tshwane. * Be responsible for the declaration of informal settlements to be recognised by the City through the Informal Settlements Management Policy. * Develop operational policies and ensure their implementation and compliance. * Interface with other departments and other spheres of government to ensure speedy resolution on the management and upgrading of informal settlements. * Oversee the procurement process, project management, contract management, financial management and human resources management of the subsection. * Optimise performance through communication and stakeholder participation. * Assist the director to set up a performance management system for the section. * Collate operating and capital budget information and prepare the budget for the subsection. * Organise, motivate and manage personnel and resources. * Ensure regular engagement in operations and technical decision-making and facilitation of projects and staff meetings. * Coordinate and facilitate project team meetings internally and externally. * Write reports. * Comply with the performance management system and departmental scorecards. * Identify and manage risks. * Execute generic personnel functions. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * An appropriate three-year career-related tertiary qualification (national diploma or degree) in Development Planning, Town Planning, Public Administration, Public Management or Human Settlements Development or any other study field related to the position. * Registration with an appropriate professional body will be an added advantage. * At least eight years’ relevant working experience in human settlements, preferably in managing and upgrading informal settlements. * Managerial experience will be an added advantage. * A valid Code B driving licence and own transport. * Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. * Must undergo a criminal record check and such a person shall allow their fingerprints to be taken by the Tshwane Metro Police Department at own cost. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is ethical, possesses good communication and interpersonal skills, and can work effectively both as part of a team and independently at a strategic level. They pay attention to detail, maintain professionalism and integrity at all times, and demonstrate flexibility and the ability to work under pressure while meeting deadlines. This individual exhibits exceptional and dynamic creativity to improve the functioning of the section, coupled with strong administrative, organising, coordination, financial management, project management, analytical thinking, and presentation skills. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/deputy-director-human-settlement-rental-stock-and-informal-settlements-city-of-tshwane Source: myjobmag

Summary drafted with AI assistance from the original advert. The advert itself is the authority — how we use AI.

At a glance

• Microsoft Excel
• Project management
• Driver's licence

Extracted automatically from the advert; confirm requirements on the original listing.

Job description

Before you apply

• Confirm the requirements and closing date on the original listing (myjobmag). SPANi lists vacancies from other sites and may not reflect last-minute changes.
• Legitimate employers do not charge application, registration or training fees.
• Don't send your ID or bank details before you have confirmed the employer is real.

How to spot a job scam

Before you apply

• Read the full advert and confirm you meet the minimum requirements before applying.
• Tailor your CV headline and most recent experience to the job title and key skills.
• Note the closing date and reference number, and keep a copy of what you submit.
• Apply only through the employer or job board link — never pay to apply.