Kwazulu Natal Vacancies

ANNEXURE U

PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: KWAZULU NATAL
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT

APPLICATIONS : Applications must be posted to: The Acting Director-General, KwaZulu-Natal
Office of the Premier, Private Bag X9037, Pietermaritzburg, 3200 or hand
delivered to: The Chief Director: Strategic Human Resource Management,
Office of the Premier, 1st Floor, Invesco Centre, 16 Chatterton Road,
Pietermaritzburg, 3201 and marked for the attention of Ms T.W. Zulu.
“Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts through the online e-Recruitment
system at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs. Applicants can submit their Z83 and

CV directly to the following email address recruitment@kznpremier.gov.za.
CLOSING DATE : 14 April 2026
NOTE : Applications submitted electronically will be taken as a final application and
may not be amended or supplemented in any way after the closing date
indicated in the advertisement. If you have not been contacted within three (3)
months after the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your
application was unsuccessful. The KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Government

reserves the right not to make this appointment. It is the applicant’s
responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African
Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Failure to comply with the above instructions
will result in the disqualification of your application. NB: All shortlisted
candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise/ practical test that intends
to test the relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be
communicated by the Department. Following the interview and technical

assessment, candidates recommended for appointment at the SMS level will
be required to produce a Pre-entry certificate for the course offered by the
National School of Government (NSG) prior to their appointment. The course
is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and
the full details can be obtained by following the link:
https://www/thensg.gov.za/trainingcourse/smspre-entryprogramme. All SMS
posts have been identified to target females and people with disabilities in order

to achieve the 50% and 2% targets respectively, in line with National Cabinet
Directive. The successful candidate will be required to undergo security
clearance and to disclose financial interests in accordance with the regulations.
The KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Government is an equal opportunity, affirmative
action employer and preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates
from designated groups in terms of Employment Equity Act, 1998. The
Department reserves the right not to make these appointments.

MANAGEMENT ECHELON

POST 11/162 : HEAD OF DEPARTMENT REF NO: KZNDARD/HOD/03/2026
(5 Year Fixed-term contract)

SALARY : R2 352 642 per annum (Level 16) plus a 10% non-pensionable Head of

Department allowance. The inclusive remuneration package includes a 30%
portion which may be structured according to the individual’s needs. (Inclusive
remuneration package)
CENTRE : Head Office Pietermaritzburg
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate postgraduate qualification (NQF level 8) in Public
Administration/ Management/ Agricultural related fields as recognised by
SAQA 10 years senior management experience in the relevant field Computer

Literacy SMS pre-entry certificate (Nyukela) a valid, unendorsed driver’s
licence. Knowledge and Skills: Significant managerial capability and
experience in providing strategic leadership and direction in the sector
Knowledge and understanding of the following: the role ofAgriculture and Rural
Development within the Province and South Africa Developmental agenda of
the provincial government Development of relevant policies and strategies
Administration of policy Agriculture and rural development needs, legislation

and the mandate of the Department/ Province PFMAand Treasury Regulations
Strong project management skills Excellent communication and presentation
skills Ability to work well under pressure Skilled in the arts of facilitation and
able to cultivate good stakeholder relationships Advanced financial
management capabilities A multi-skilled dynamic leader who understands the
operational environment of the public service, its service delivery imperatives

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and the divergent needs of the various constituents Self-motivated professional
with experience in providing strategic leadership Ability and experience to
successfully manage special projects as identified by the Administration and
the Executive Authority Computer literacy skills Ensure integrated risk
management and the implementation of minimum information security

standards.
DUTIES : Key Responsibilities: Support the MEC forAgriculture & Rural Development on
all matters pertaining to Agriculture and Rural Development in the Province
Provide strategic leadership and management to the Department in the
provision of integrated agricultural development services Establish and
manage strategic partnerships with relevant stakeholders Facilitate the
formulation and implementation of sustainable development and

empowerment strategies and initiatives at the local and provincial level to meet
the needs of KZN Provide advice to the MEC for Agriculture & Rural
Development on the Department’s performance, operations and the realisation
of the strategic plan for the Department as contained in the performance
agreement Provide effective and efficient administrative systems Provide
advice and support services to the MEC in line with the relevant legislation
Promote the principles of holistic integrated development planning, cooperative

governance, economics and efficiency in both in agriculture and rural
development in the Province Ensure appropriate processes, structures and
policies in relation to the growth of the Agriculture and Rural Development
mandate Provide strategic management of veterinary services Ensure sound
financial management of the expenditure of the Department and manage the
budget as the Accounting Officer Represent the Department on Provincial,
National and International platforms Ensure the establishment of relevant

boards, structures and policies to facilitate the management of Agriculture and
Rural Development in line with the vision and mission of the Department.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. S.G. Ngubane Tel. No. 087 743 8922

DEPARTMENT OF COOPERATIVE GOVERNANCE AND TRADITIONAL AFFAIRS

APPLICATIONS : To Be Posted To: The Chief Director, Human Resource Management &

Development, Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs,
Private Bag X9078, Pietermaritzburg, 3200 or Hand Delivered To: The Chief
Registry Clerk, 2nd Floor, South Tower, Natalia, 330 Langalibalele Street,
Pietermaritzburg for the attention of Ms NB Mabaso-Macaringwe Applicants
may also submit their Z83 and CV via the e-Recruitment System on
www.eservices.gov.za
CLOSING DATE : 17 April 2026

NOTE : To Applicants: Applications must be submitted on the new Application for
Employment Form (Z83) available from any Public Service Department and
should be accompanied by a comprehensive CV. The Department discourages
applications sent by registered mail and will not be held responsible for
applications sent via registered mail which are not collected from the post
office. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical assessment
and an ethics assessment. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that

the application reaches the Department timeously. Failure to comply with any
instruction will disqualify applicants. Appointment is subject to a positive
outcome on the following checks (Security Clearance, Citizenship, qualification
verification, criminal records, credit records and previous employment). Faxed
or late applications will not be accepted. Should applicants not receive any
response from the Department within three months of the closing date, please
accept that your application was unsuccessful. All shortlisted candidates shall

undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to
determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic
requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment,
the logistics of which will be communicated by the Department. The
Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is
committed to empowering people with disability.

OTHER POSTS

POST 11/163 : DEPUTY DIRECTOR REF NO: 30/2026 (TRA)
Chief Directorate: Traditional Resource Administration
12 months contract appointment.

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SALARY : R896 436 per annum (Level 11)
CENTRE : Pietermaritzburg
REQUIREMENTS : The ideal candidate must be in possession of a National Diploma or NQF Level
6 qualification as recognised by the South African Qualifications Authority
(SAQA) in Administration e.g Public Administration or Business Administration

coupled with 3 years’ junior management experience in Administration and a
valid code B driver’s licence. Essential Knowledge, Skills And Competencies
Required: The successful candidate must have:- Sound knowledge of
interpretation of relevant legislation; knowledge of functionality of
Provincial/Local Houses; knowledge of the traditional sphere of governance;
knowledge of departmental polices and guidelines; knowledge of public service
legislation; planning and organisation skills; problem solving and decision

making skills; good project planning skills; good financial management skills;
good minute taking skills; Good communication skills (verbal and written) and
excellent computer knowledge. (Microsoft Office Package).
DUTIES : Key Responsibilities: The successful candidate will be required to provide
operational support to the office of the Chairperson/Deputy Chairperson of the
Provincial House of Traditional Leaders with the following responsibilities:-
Coordinate and integrate the activities for the Chairperson/Deputy Chairperson

of the Provincial House of Traditional Leaders; Facilitate strategic partnerships
between the Chairperson/Deputy Chairperson, Department and relevant
stakeholders; Manage outstanding matters between the Chairperson/Deputy
Chairperson and all key stakeholders; Manage administrative support for the
Chairperson/Deputy Chairperson; Provide input in the development of policies,
strategies, procedures and processes; Manage the resources of the unit.
ENQUIRIES : MS PN Mtshali At Tel No: 033 897 5644

POST 11/164 : ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER REF NO: 31/2026 (TRA)(2 POSTS)
Chief Directorate: Traditional Resource Administration
(12 months contract appointment)

SALARY : R325 101 per annum (Level 07)
CENTRE : Pietermaritzburg

REQUIREMENTS : The ideal candidate must be in possession of a National Diploma, NQF Level
6 qualification in an Administrative environment coupled with 3 years’
experience in an administrative environment and a valid code B driver’s
licence. Essential Knowledge, Skills And Competencies Required: The
successful candidate must have:- Sound knowledge of interpretation of
relevant legislation; knowledge of functionality of Provincial/Local Houses;
knowledge of the traditional sphere of governance; knowledge of departmental

polices and guidelines; knowledge of public service legislation; planning and
organisation skills; problem solving and decision making skills; good project
planning skills; financial management skills; good minute taking skills; Good
communication skills (verbal and written) and excellent computer knowledge.
(Microsoft Office Package).
DUTIES : Key Responsibilities: The successful candidate will be required to provide
operational support to the Office of the Chairperson of the Provincial House

with the following responsibilities:- Provide secretariat services at meetings;
Provide administrative support to the Office of the Provincial House
Chairperson; Facilitate quality assurance and compliance; Provide supply
chain, human resource and policy administrative services within the Office of
the Chairperson.
ENQUIRIES : MS PN Mtshali At Tel No:033 897 5644

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
“We strive to create an environment that brings the power of diversity to life and as such, this
Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote inclusiveness
in all occupational levels in the Department”.

OTHER POSTS

POST 11/165 : CHIEF DIRECTOR: INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENTS MTS
Cluster: Infrastructure Development

SALARY : R1 494 900.per annum (Level 14)(An all-inclusive salary package)
CENTRE : Head Office Pietermaritzburg

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REQUIREMENTS : A qualification at (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA, Senior certificate,
Degree in the Built Environment; Including 5 years’ experience as a Senior
Manager, Professional registration with a relevant statutory council, Extensive
senior management experience in infrastructure development and
maintenance, Demonstrated knowledge of PFMA, Treasury Regulations and

IDMS, Unendorsed valid driver’s license, Computer literacy: Microsoft Word,
Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint NB: For the Pre-Entry Certificate for
SMS, any individual may register for the course and complete such in
anticipation of wishing to apply for a SMS post in future. The course is available
at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details
can be sourced by following the link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-
courses/sms-pre-entry-programme/.Individuals who have completed the

course already, and who are therefore in possession of a certificate are
welcome to submit such, however it is not required that an applicant submit
such when applying for the post prior to the closing date. However, prior to an
appointment being made to any SMS post, the appointee to such a post must
have completed the pre-entry certificate and must be in possession of such
prior to taking up the post All shortlisted candidates will be required to submit
proof of work experience endorsed and stamped by the employer/s prior to the

date of the interview.
DUTIES : SkillsAnd Competencies In-depth knowledge and application of PFMA, Supply
Chain Management Framework, PPPFA, Treasury Regulations and other
related policies, Extensive knowledge and understanding of Financial
Management, Human Resource Management, Performance Management
(EPMDS), Strategic Management, Public Sector Reporting procedures,
Procurement Processes and Risk Management, Strategic Infrastructure

Planning Competencies (IPMP Stage: Planning), Infrastructure Programme
and Project Management (IPMP Stage: Procurement and Delivery),
Infrastructure Maintenance and Asset Management (IPMP Stage: Operations
and Maintenance, Strong Internal Control (Ensuring Processes are followed to
prevent Audit Queries), Infrastructure Performance Monitoring, Evaluation and
Reporting, Infrastructure Contract Management, Management and
Supervisory Skills, Good Communication (verbal & written), Good Planning

and Organizational Skills, Problem Solving and decision making, Strong team
leader, Professional and Client Orientated, Negotiation Skills, Conflict
Management Skills, Leadership Skills,Time Management Skills, Report Writing
Skills. Infrastructure Programme And Project Management: Infrastructure
Program Management Plan (Ipmp: Procurement And Delivery): Ensuring that
Planning and Delivery of Projects is done in line with the Division of Revenue
Act (DORA) and other relevant legislation, Manage the development and

Submission of UAMP (User Asset Management Plan), IPMP (Infrastructure
Program Management Plan), and End of Year reports to Treasury, Manage the
development and submission of the AIP (Annual Implementation Plan) to the
National Health, Manage submission of IRM (Infrastructure Reporting Model)
to Treasury, Manage Infrastructure Finance Unit, Manage Real Estate Unit.
Manage Implementation Of Capital Projects In Infrastructure Development
Manage Planning of Construction Projects, Manage Implementation of

Construction Projects, Manage the performance of ImplementingAgents in the
delivery of Infrastructure Projects, Ensuring implementation of the EPWP
Program on all Capital Projects, Manage the budget allocated and Expenditure
on all Capital Projects, Ensuring reporting on PMIS (Project Management
Information System) Infrastructure Maintenance And Asset Management (:
Operations And Maintenance: Manage the maintenance of health facilities
across the province, Manage the provision of professional engineering services

to Institutions, Manage the acquisition and deployment of maintenance
resources., Develop Asset Register for Mission Critical Plants, Ensure 3 Year
Maintenance Contracts are in place. Financial Management And Budget
Oversight (PFMA Compliance) Develop and manage capital infrastructure
budgets within the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework., Ensure effective
expenditure management and prevention of overspending, Implement cost
control mechanisms and value-for-money principles in infrastructure

development, Provide financial performance reports to senior management
and oversight bodies, Ensure alignment between infrastructure spending and
approved budgets. Leadership And Human Resource Management Lead
multidisciplinary infrastructure teams including engineers, architects and
project managers, Implement performance management systems for
infrastructure units, Develop technical capacity within the infrastructure

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management branch, Promote ethical leadership and accountability
Monitoring, Evaluation And Reporting Monitor infrastructure programme
performance against approved plans, Prepare reports for executive
management, Treasury and oversight committees, Implement performance
indicators for infrastructure delivery, Support internal and external audit

processes. Manage The Health Technology Services: Oversee Medical
Equipment Procurement Plan, Ensure minimum downtime of medical
equipment, Ensure successful Commissioning of Medical Equipment in
completed facilities, Oversee SLA's ...