Chief Director: Integrated Planning

About the role

The Department of Public Works, Roads and Transport (Mpumalanga) is hiring a Chief Director: Integrated Planning, based in Head Office. This is a permanent post, paying R1,554,696 a year. (Re-advertisement) How to apply: Applications must be submitted online through the link erecruitment.mpg.gov.za Reference number to quote: CD/IP/HO/02 Closing date: 30 October 2026 at 12h00 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate strategic planning services.
• Monitor and evaluate departmental performance in terms of business plan outcomes.
• Provide knowledge management services.
• Render policy development and research services.
• Manage and coordinate the implementation of diversity and transformation programmes.
• Manage human and financial resources to achieve Chief Directorate’s objectives.

Requirements

• Grade 12 plus a Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma (NQF Level 7) in Information Science, Information Systems, Public Management, Development Studies, Economics, or a related field.
• Extensive relevant experience in the field is required, of which at least 5 years must be at the Senior Management Service (SMS) level.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Appointment is subject to the signing of a performance agreement and financial disclosure.
• Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government available as an online course on https://www. thensg.gov.za/trainingcourse/sms-pre-entry-programme/, prior to finalisation of an appointment.
• Knowledge.
• Skills and Competencies:
• Knowledge of Public Service Act
• Labour Relations Act
• PFMA and other related legislations
• Computer literacy, Excellent communication (verbal, written and presentation) skills
• Strong leadership and management skills and the ability to develop a strong working team, Good interpersonal relations
• Financial management skills
• Change management
• Knowledge management Service delivery innovations, Problem solving and analyses, People management and empowerment, client orientation and customer focus.
• Project management will be an added advantage.