Chief Director : Infrastructure Research, Planning and Systems

Gauteng Department Of Infrastructure Development; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A government infrastructure agency in Johannesburg seeks a Chief Director to oversee infrastructure research and planning. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5 years' senior management experience and a relevant undergraduate qualification. Responsibilities include managing research projects, developing guidelines, ensuring compliance with policies, and leading green technology initiatives. This role is critical for directing policy and influencing long-term infrastructure planning.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience at a senior managerial level.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Pre-Entry SMS Certificate needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct research projects in line with the GDID research agenda.
• Oversee development of guidelines and quality assurance on policies.
• Coordinate compliance with legislation and regulations.
• Guide interactions with local and international stakeholders.
• Manage planning, design, and budgeting of green technology projects.

Skills

Management experience

Research proficiency

Project management

Analytical skills

Green technology knowledge

Education

Undergraduate qualification at NQF Level 7

Job description

Job title : Chief Director : Infrastructure Research, Planning and Systems

Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg Deadline : September 20, 2025

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Requirements :

• An undergraduate qualification at NQF Level 7 in Economic and Management Sciences (informatics) and/or Built Environment as recognized by SAQA.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience at senior managerial level. A valid driver’s license. A Pre-Entry SMS Certificate.

Duties :

1. Manage and direct the commissioning of relevant research as requested by line managers and trends in the institutional environment within which GDID functions. Manage and direct research projects in line with the approved research agenda of GDID. Manage and direct the interpretation of relevant research publications and include findings in policies and/or public debate of GDID.
2. Manage and direct the development and updating of guidelines, standards, and norms for any policy to be developed by GDID. Manage and direct the implementation of quality assurance on all policies developed by GDID and provide feedback to line managers. Manage and direct the development of all policies on green technology.
3. Manage and direct the drafting of legislation and regulations in consultation with Legal Services and related stakeholders. Manage and direct compliance with legislation and regulations in relation with policies and research findings. Manage and direct the coordination of tracking of National and Provincial Legislation updates and amendments. Manage and direct the sharing of knowledge in collaboration with Corporate Services. Review and sign off on research.
4. Manage and analyse property management rates, market-related rates, and trends. Manage and direct research into appropriate best practice property management, facilities management, and portfolio management systems and processes. Review and sign off on research. Manage and direct relevant research pertaining to occupational health and safety & quality.
5. Manage and direct the setting of quality and occupational health and safety standards in line with legislative requirements and international standards. Manage and direct the establishment, roll-out, and continued improvement of the project and programme management systems in infrastructure delivery. Manage and direct the provision of professional guidance to EPWP for the design of contractor development programmes.
6. Manage and analyse industry trends for infrastructure delivery. Manage and direct research into appropriate best practices for construction methodologies, alternative built solutions, and site management. Manage and direct relevant aspects related to the use of Professional Service Providers including appropriate fee structures. Manage and direct research on market-related trends regarding construction and Professional Service Providers fee rates.
7. Manage and direct sharing of knowledge regarding changes made to construction procurement contracts. Manage and direct the establishment, updating, and continuous improvement of the built environment specific documentation system. Manage and direct the analysis of protocols and policies to determine specific green technology projects and programmes. Manage and research worldwide development in green technology.
8. Manage and direct the planning, design, and budgeting of green technology projects. Manage and direct the implementation, reporting, and monitoring of green technology projects. Manage and direct the reporting on and monitoring of green technology projects. Manage and direct the implementation of post-project evaluations to inform future green technology projects. Manage and direct the cost-effectiveness of green technology projects and programmes.
9. Manage interaction with local and international stakeholders to inform longer-term infrastructure planning in collaboration with related Planning Forums. Manage interaction at different inter- and intra-governmental fora. Manage the development of inputs for longer-term infrastructure and property planning from the perspective of GDID. Sign performance agreements for subordinates based on approved Job Descriptions, Strategic and Annual Performance Plans of the Department. Develop and update the service delivery and work plan for subordinates. Provide guidance to subordinates through quarterly meetings.
10. Manage skills transfer between subordinates and outside technical assistants and/or consultants. Plan and allocate work responsibilities and processes to control work performance, including quality assurance. Manage funds in the unit in compliance with Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations. Limit under-spending or overspending by the unit according to departmental budget allocations.
11. Manage the effective spending of funding for green technology projects and programmes. Align the strategic priorities and work plans of the unit with the priorities of DID. Develop operational plans and work plans for subordinates. Contribute to departmental quarterly progress reports, Annual Report, SCOPA, Budget speeches, Annual Performance Plan, etc.