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Gauteng Department of Human Settlements Hiring (April 2026)

The Gauteng Department of Human Settlements has announced exciting senior management job opportunities for experienced professionals looking to make a meaningful impact in South Africa’s housing and infrastructure sector. These high-level positions are based in Johannesburg and offer competitive all-inclusive salary packages.

📅 Application Deadline

All applications must be submitted online by 17 April 2026 via the official Gauteng jobs portal. Late or emailed submissions will not be accepted.

🔹 Available Senior Positions

  1. Deputy Director General: Human Settlements Planning

Reference: REFS/044103
Salary: R1 813 182 per annum (all-inclusive)
Location: Johannesburg

Key Requirements:

  • Matric + NQF Level 8 qualification (e.g., Town Planning, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Public Management)
  • Minimum 8 years of senior management experience in infrastructure or housing delivery
  • Valid driver’s license
  • SMS Pre-Entry Certificate (required)

Added Advantage:

  • Master’s degree in a relevant field

Core Responsibilities:

  • Lead research and policy development in human settlements
  • Oversee large-scale planning and infrastructure programmes
  • Manage housing subsidy compliance and beneficiary administration
  • Guide informal settlement development and land release strategies
  • Drive strategic planning and business unit performance
  1. Chief Director: Asset Disposal and Rental Housing

Reference: REFS/044104
Salary: R1 494 900 per annum (all-inclusive)
Location: Johannesburg

Key Requirements:

  • Matric + Bachelor’s degree (NQF Level 7) in Property Studies, Real Estate, or related field
  • At least 5 years’ experience at senior management level in immovable asset disposal
  • Valid driver’s license
  • SMS Pre-Entry Certificate (required)

Core Responsibilities:

  • Lead asset disposal and rental housing strategies
  • Oversee property-related legal and policy frameworks
  • Manage dispute resolution and Rental Housing Tribunal processes
  • Supervise asset transfer, mediation, and appeals processes
  • Ensure compliance with PFMA and treasury regulations

🧠 Skills and Competencies Required

Both roles require strong:

  • Strategic leadership and decision-making skills
  • Financial and project management expertise
  • Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability
  • Communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Integrity, innovation, and people management capabilities

⚠️ Important Application Notes

  • Applications must be submitted via: https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za
  • Submit only a Z83 form and CV initially
  • Supporting documents will be requested from shortlisted candidates
  • Foreign qualifications must be verified by SAQA
  • Shortlisted candidates will undergo:
    • Technical assessment
    • Integrity (ethical conduct) assessment

If you do not receive feedback within 3 months after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.

🌍 Employment Equity

The department is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from:

  • Women and youth
  • Persons with disabilities
  • Underrepresented groups

🚀 Why Apply?

These roles offer a rare opportunity to:

  • Shape housing policy and infrastructure at a provincial level
  • Work on large-scale development programmes
  • Influence sustainable human settlement planning
  • Earn a highly competitive executive salary

📌 Final Thoughts

If you’re a seasoned professional in urban planning, engineering, property management, or public service leadership, these positions present a powerful opportunity to advance your career while contributing to South Africa’s development.

Make sure to submit your application before the deadline and ensure all requirements are met.

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