Senior Deputy Director: Strategic Admin & Projects

Gauteng Provincial Government; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 839,000 - 1,026,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Environment in Johannesburg seeks a Deputy Director to manage EIA-related processes, records, and strategic unit leadership. You will ensure compliance with legislation and oversee environmental applications and logistics.

The role requires a Grade 12 plus a SAQA-recognised Bachelor's degree, 3–5 years at middle management, and a valid driver’s licence. SMS pre-entry completion is a listed requirement.

Qualifications

• Public administration knowledge and related field recognised by SAQA.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Analytical and conceptual reasoning with problem solving and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee EIA-related applications, land use, and NEMA in line with the Environmental Framework.
• Ensure record integrity, safekeeping, and accessibility, including decisions and authorisations.
• Provide strategic leadership and manage unit resources (people, finance, assets) and environmental logistics.

Skills

Analytical reasoning

Communication skills

Conflict management

Team coordination

Leadership

Workflow coordination

Education

Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 7) in Public Admin / Business Admin / related

Job description

Department of Environment in Johannesburg seeks a Deputy Director to manage EIA-related processes, records, and strategic unit leadership. You will ensure compliance with legislation and oversee environmental applications and logistics.

The role requires a Grade 12 plus a SAQA-recognised Bachelor's degree, 3–5 years at middle management, and a valid driver’s licence. SMS pre-entry completion is a listed requirement.