Chief Executive Officer : Pongola-Umzimkulu Catchment Management Agency

Department of Water and Sanitation; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in KwaZulu-Natal seeks a Chief Executive Officer for the Pongola-Umzimkulu Catchment Management Agency. The role entails strategic leadership and governance oversight in water resource management. Ideal candidates should have a relevant postgraduate qualification and extensive experience in the water sector, including senior management roles. This position offers the chance to significantly influence water management in the region.

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten years relevant experience in the Water Sector.
• Five years at a Senior Management/Executive level.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the development and implementation of the 5-year strategic plan.
• Prepare and present reports to the Department of Water and Sanitation.
• Oversee the performance and service delivery of the PUCMA.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Governance oversight

Water resource management

Project management

Financial management

Education

Degree/Higher/Advanced Diploma in Science/Engineering (NQF Level 7)

Post qualification (NQF Level 8) in Administration/Science/Engineering

MBA or relevant master's degree

Job description

Job title : Chief Executive Officer : Pongola-Umzimkulu Catchment Management Agency

Job Location : KwaZulu-Natal, Durban

Deadline : September 19, 2025

Overview

This position is for the Chief Executive Officer of the Pongola-Umzimkulu Catchment Management Agency (PUCMA). The role involves strategic leadership, governance oversight, and management of resources to deliver water resource management services within the Pongola-Umzimkulu Water Management Area.

Requirements

• A minimum Degree / Higher / Advanced Diploma in Science / Engineering (NQF Level 7) or equivalent. A post qualification (NQF level 8) in Administration / Science / Engineering or relevant.
• Related professional or an MBA or relevant master’s degree will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of ten (10) years relevant experience in the Water Sector is essential. Five (5) years of which must be at a Senior Management / Executive level.

Duties

• Facilitate and ensure the development / review of the Pongola-Umzimkulu Catchment Management Agency (PUCMA). Oversee the development and implementation of a 5-year strategic plan of the PUCMA. Oversee the development and implementation of the PUCMA’s Annual Performance Plan. Oversee the submission and reporting of Annual Reports and Quarterly Reports.
• Prepare and present the PUCMA reports to the Department of Water and Sanitation, Parliamentary Committees, and the Governing Board. Coordinate the development of a comprehensive Corporate Plan. Oversee the performance and service delivery of the PUCMA. Oversee the coordination of the Governing Board, Risk-, EXCO- and Audit Committee sittings.
• Approval of agendas, minutes, and reports of the committees before distribution. Oversee the work of the committees. Recommendation of internal and external policies & procedures documentation to the Governing Board and PUCMA committees for approval. Oversee the effective coordination of stakeholder participation and empowerment strategies.
• Signing and approval of Memoranda of Agreement (MOA’s) and Memoranda of Understanding (MOU’s) related to external parties. Approval of the PUCMA contract of employment for candidates. Oversee the championing of transformation of water resource management within the Pongola-Umzimkulu Water Management Area.
• Will be responsible for the appointment of bid committees, approval of bid specifications, review recommendations from the bid adjudication committees and approve for the appointment of successful bidders in line with the PUCMA delegation of authority. Oversee the effective implementation and maintenance of all administrative, financial, and technical support systems for the delivery of water resource management services. Establish and maintain sound project management systems.
• Ensure that the PUCMA finance and procurement processes are managed in line with the PFMA, PPPFA, National Treasury and other relevant regulations. Oversee the proper management of the PUCMA assets and physical resources. Supervise and manage executives and all direct reporting employees. Sign performance agreements and review performance of the executives and all the direct reporting employees.