Deputy Project Manager

About the role

The Department of Water and Sanitation is hiring a Deputy Project Manager in Water And Sanitation Services Management: NW Cd: Provincial Operations: Northwest, based in Mmabatho. This is a permanent post, paying R1,101,468 a year. How to apply: All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/ Reference number to quote: 301026/06 Closing date: 30 October 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: NB: Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to perform ethical and practical tests.

Responsibilities

• Provide support in the implementation and management of water services infrastructure grant programmes in the provincial operations.
• Ensure coordination and analysis of strategic inputs and budget planning.
• Prepare implementation plans and project costing.
• Provide technical advisory support on the integrated infrastructure planning processes.
• Provide support in the development of project planning by participating in the design and/or testing phases.
• Promote partnerships between government, public entities, private sector and civil society regarding water services infrastructure grant programmes.
• Support the development and evaluation of Implementation Readiness Study (IRS) reports.
• Ensure that water services infrastructure grant programmes are budgeted for in the medium-term expenditure framework (MTEF).
• Monitor and evaluate the implementation of all water services infrastructure development programmes in the provincial operations.
• Facilitate and oversee the transfer of grant funds to Water Services Authorities for the implementation of water services infrastructure programmes.

Requirements

• A relevant NQF level 7 qualification in Civil Engineering or Project Management in an engineering environment.
• 5 years' management experience in an engineering project management environment.
• The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.
• Possesses a general understanding of contract administration, business principles, and business law.
• Effective management and leadership skills.
• Effective computer skills, Microsoft Office Software, Lotus Notes, and other Company and discipline-specific software applications.
• Effective communication skills both verbally and in writing with management and internal and external stakeholders, including presentation, reporting and networking skills.
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Programme and project management.
• Knowledge of policy development and implementation of the Division of Revenue Act (DoRA) and Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), National Water Act (NWA), Water Services Act (WSA) and related legislation.
• Knowledge and understanding of Human Resource Management Legislation, policies, practices and procedures.
• Framework for managing performance information.
• Knowledge of implementing policies of PMDS.
• Problem solving and Analysis.
• People and Diversity Management.
• Client Orientation and Customer focus.
• Communication.
• Accountability and ethical conduct.