Department of Public Works And Infrastructure

Director: Environment And Culture Sector

Salary or stipendR1 317 384 per annum, (all-inclusive package), (total package to be structured in accordance with the rules of the Senior Management Services).

The Department of Public Works And Infrastructure is looking for a Director: Environment And Culture Sector. This is a permanent role based in Gauteng.

Head Office (Pretoria)Applications close 16 November 2026

Source: DPSA Circular 39 of 2026Post 39/130, page 111

Reference number: 2026/377
Appointment: Permanent
Province: Gauteng
Closing date: 16 November 2026
Job level: Ability to work independently.
Centre: Head Office (Pretoria)
Directorate: : 112 Establish and maintain appropriate internal controls and reporting systems to meet performance expectations. Develop and manage the operational plan of the Directorate and report on progress as required. Manage performance and development of employees. Establish, implement and maintain efficient and effective communication arrangements. Compile and submit all required administrative reports; Quality control of work delivered by employees. Monitor the budget and expenditures for the

What you will need

A minimum qualification at NQF level 7 as recognised by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) in Environmental Sciences or related field of study.
Knowledge: Strategic management processes
Business planning processes
Applicable legislation, norms and standards related to the management EPWP
Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and the Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS) Act
Functioning of national, provincial and local government
SAQA / NQF framework
Environmental Impact Management
Client relations
Knowledge of labour intensive environmental technology
Financial management
Structure and functioning of the Department
Departmental standards and regulations
Leadership and Advanced report writing.
Skills: Management & decision-making skills
Diplomacy
Project and Programme management
Change management
Capacity building
Analytical thinking
Strategic management
Effective communication
Conflict management
Interpersonal relations
Policy formulation
Decision making skills
Motivational skills
Integration management and Computer Skills.
Ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure.
Ability to communicate at all levels, participate at an executive

Experience

A minimum 5 years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level in the relevant field.

Skills and competencies

Skills: Management & decision-making skills
Decision making skills
Motivational skills
Integration management and Computer Skills.

Key responsibilities

Manage the development of strategic and operational plans and guidelines for the coordination of EPWP in the Environment and Culture Sector programmes- : Undertake research to develop frameworks 9moddels, guidelines, training strategies, etc).
Consult with relevant stakeholders for inputs.
Ensure that strategic and operational plans and guidelines are developed/ reviewed in line with applicable prescripts (APP, MTSF ect) and are aligned to the government’s priorities and outcomes.
Promote the development of cross-sector norms and standards in alignment to the EPWP

Additional details

Grade: National

How to apply

Email Applications for the position of Director: Environment and Culture Sector must be submitted to: [email protected]

Application method: Email
Email: [email protected]
Enquiries: Mr Sifiso Mdakane at 082 929 9885/Mr Chance Zaba at 083 633 8575
Telephone: 082 929 9885, 083 633 8575