Deputy Director

Municipal Infrastructure Support Agent; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 897 000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency is seeking an experienced professional in Centurion, Gauteng to manage capacity building training and development programmes. The successful candidate will develop policies, coordinate training for municipal staff, and facilitate programmes to improve local government capabilities. Candidates should have a relevant diploma/degree and 3-5 years of experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role. Strong skills in strategic thinking, project management, and interpersonal relations are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years relevant experience with at least 3 years at Assistant Director Level.
• Understanding of the local government environment.
• In-depth knowledge of Government Planning and Reporting Processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop policies and implement action plan strategies for training.
• Coordinate capacity building training for municipal staff.
• Facilitate capacity building programmes to strengthen local government.

Skills

Applied Strategic Thinking

Problem Solving

Planning and Organising

Interpersonal Relations

Team Management

Conflict Resolution

Project Management

Presentation Skills

Writing Skills

People Management

Diversity Management

Education

National Diploma/Degree in Human Resource Management/Development

Job description

Job Location

Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa

Application Deadline

February 02, 2026

• SALARY : R896 436 per annum (Level 11)
• CENTRE : MISA Head Office - Centurion

Requirements

• An appropriate National Diploma/ Degree in Human Resource Management/ Development or equivalent qualification at NQF level 6 as recognised by SAQA.
• Minimum of 3-5 years relevant experience of which at least 3-years should be experience at Assistant Director Level performing capacity building management and/or stakeholder coordination.
• Understanding of the local government environment as well as training and development will be added advantages.
• Core competencies: Applied Strategic Thinking. Problem Solving and Decision making.
• Planning and organising. Interpersonal relations. Team management and conflict resolution. Project Management.
• Technical competencies: In-depth knowledge and understanding of Government Planning and Reporting Processes and Systems.
• Presentation and Writing skills. People management. Diversity management. Legal and institutional arrangements.

Duties

The successful candidate will perform the following duties:

• Develop policies and implement action plan strategies for capacity building training and development programmes.
• Coordinate capacity building training for learners and municipal staff.
• Facilitate the rollout of capacity building programmes aimed at strengthening the capacity of local government to plan, deliver, operate and maintain infrastructure.