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Director: Property Investment And Development

Department of Public Works & Infrastructure
Bisho, NationalR1 317 384 per annum (Level 13)AdminCloses 17 August 2026

About this role

POST 27/89 : DIRECTOR: PROPERTY INVESTMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REF NO:

SALARY : R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13)

CENTRE : Bisho

REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate, B Degree/B SC in Property Studies/Real Estate

(NQF level 7 as recognized by SAQA) with 5-years of experience at Middle /

Senior Managerial level. Pre-entry certificate for the Senior Management

Service (Nyukela) is compulsory and will be required prior appointment. A valid

driver’s licence. Knowledge and Skills: In-depth knowledge and understanding

of legislative framework that governs the Public Service. In-depth knowledge

and understanding of National and Provincial Property legislation, Regulations

and Polies. Understanding of public sector governance framework, compliance

and accountability mechanisms. In-depth knowledge, understanding and

application of GIAMA. Expertise in lease management, state land

administration, property valuations and asset optimisation strategies. In-depth

knowledge and understanding of Public Finance Management Act. Applicable

legislation and Prescripts. Government Programmes. Information

Management Applicable Council Registration legislation, procedures and

conduct. Government Programmes. Information Management. Citizen Focus

and Responsiveness. Develop Others. Applied Technology Basics. People

Management. Applied Strategic Thinking. Networking and Building Bonds.

Diversity Management. Report Writing. Communication and Information

Management. Negotiations. Analytica. Strategic Management. Budget and

Information Management. Motivational. Conflict Resolution/ Problem Solving.

Competencies: Strategic Capability and Leadership. Communication. Client

orientation and Customer Focus. People Management and Empowerment.

Problem Analysis and Solving. Financial Management. Programme and

Project Management. Results/ Quality Management. Decision Making.

Knowledge Management. Change Management.

DUTIES : Ensure Efficient Management and Optimal Utilization of State Properties

Provide advice on strategic investment decisions by providing expert technical

guidance on valuation methodologies, property research, and market trends to

optimise the portfolio’s long-term value. Provide strategic oversight of portfolio

performance, interpreting performance metrics and market intelligence to

guide policy direction and ensure alignment with organisational objectives.

Lead comprehensive property research initiatives to identify investment

opportunities, assess potential leverage, and inform long-term asset planning.

Provide executive oversight on feasibility and viability assessments to guide

sustainable revenue-generating property development initiatives. Ensure

Development and Implementation of Innovative Frameworks to Enhance

Revenue Generation Across the State Portfolio. Lead high-level economic and

fiscal research initiatives to identify and priorities property-related revenue

streams, using advanced cost-benefit modelling and scenario planning to

inform strategic investment decisions across the state portfolio. Manage

development and ensure implementation of mechanisms for attraction of

property developers and investors for economic improvement of the state

portfolio Manage the facilitation and establishment of strategic partnerships

with development funders to support the transformation of property sector and

expand opportunities for emerging market entrants. Oversee governance and

performance of long-term leasing and ensure development of programmes to

ensure sustainability and compliance. Ensure Sound Management and Co-

ordination of Policy and Guideline Framework for Effective Implementation of

Sub-Programme. Provide strategic leadership in the development of policies,

guidelines, procedure manuals and processes that regulate property

investment and development. Drive strategic approval process for all newly

developed policies, guidelines, procedure manuals. Monitor the strategic

impact and effectiveness of implemented policy frameworks on the overall

performance, compliance and risk profile of the property portfolio. Ensure

alignment of property investment policies with provincial socio-economic

priorities and infrastructure strategies. Effective Management of Investment

Planning Services. Provide strategic guidance on release and utilisation of

immovable assets to maximise economic and social returns. Manage

development of investment marketing strategies. Evaluate and manage risks

and returns of property developments initiatives. Provide advice on financing

models, yield optimisation, and investment structuring for property

development projects. Manage the Allocated Resources. Maintain high

standards by ensuring that the team / section produces excellent work in terms

of quality / quantity and timeliness. Resolve problems of motivation and control

with minimum guidance from manager. Delegate functions to staff based on

individual potential provide the necessary guidance and support and afford

staff adequate training and development opportunities. Ensure timeous

development of job descriptions and implementation of Work Plans and

Personal Development Plans (PDP’s) for all employees in the Unit. Manage

daily employee performance and ensure timely Performance Assessments of

all subordinates Ensure management, maintenance and safekeeping of

assets.

ENQUIRIES : Mr. T. Matiso at 066 489 6117/ Ms S. Zazini Tel No: (040) 602 4236 / Mr L Maliti

at 066 489 6117

e-recruitment Technical Enquiries: e-recruitment-bhisho@ecdpw.gov.za

NOTE : Preference will be given to African Female

Requirements

National Senior Certificate, B Degree/B SC in Property Studies/Real Estate (NQF level 7 as recognized by SAQA) with 5-years of experience at Middle / Senior Managerial level. Pre-entry certificate for the Senior Management Service (Nyukela) is compulsory and will be required prior appointment. A valid driver’s licence. Knowledge and Skills: In-depth knowledge and understanding of legislative framework that governs the Public Service. In-depth knowledge and understanding of National and Provincial Property legislation, Regulations and Polies. Understanding of public sector governance framework, compliance and accountability mechanisms. In-depth knowledge, understanding and application of GIAMA. Expertise in lease management, state land administration, property valuations and asset optimisation strategies. In-depth knowledge and understanding of Public Finance Management Act. Applicable legislation and Prescripts. Government Programmes. Information Management Applicable Council Registration legislation, procedures and conduct. Government Programmes. Information Management. Citizen Focus and Responsiveness. Develop Others. Applied Technology Basics. People Management. Applied Strategic Thinking. Networking and Building Bonds. Diversity Management. Report Writing. Communication and Information Management. Negotiations. Analytica. Strategic Management. Budget and Information Management. Motivational. Conflict Resolution/ Problem Solving. Competencies: Strategic Capability and Leadership. Communication. Client orientation and Customer Focus. People Management and Empowerment. Problem Analysis and Solving. Financial Management. Programme and Project Management. Results/ Quality Management. Decision Making. Knowledge Management. Change Management.

Duties

Ensure Efficient Management and Optimal Utilization of State Properties Provide advice on strategic investment decisions by providing expert technical guidance on valuation methodologies, property research, and market trends to optimise the portfolio’s long-term value. Provide strategic oversight of portfolio performance, interpreting performance metrics and market intelligence to guide policy direction and ensure alignment with organisational objectives. Lead comprehensive property research initiatives to identify investment opportunities, assess potential leverage, and inform long-term asset planning. Provide executive oversight on feasibility and viability assessments to guide sustainable revenue-generating property development initiatives. Ensure Development and Implementation of Innovative Frameworks to Enhance Revenue Generation Across the State Portfolio. Lead high-level economic and fiscal research initiatives to identify and priorities property-related revenue streams, using advanced cost-benefit modelling and scenario planning to inform strategic investment decisions across the state portfolio. Manage development and ensure implementation of mechanisms for attraction of property developers and investors for economic improvement of the state portfolio Manage the facilitation and establishment of strategic partnerships with development funders to support the transformation of property sector and expand opportunities for emerging market entrants. Oversee governance and performance of long-term leasing and ensure development of programmes to ensure sustainability and compliance. Ensure Sound Management and Co- ordination of Policy and Guideline Framework for Effective Implementation of Sub-Programme. Provide strategic leadership in the development of policies, guidelines, procedure manuals and processes that regulate property investment and development. Drive strategic approval process for all newly developed policies, guidelines, procedure manuals. Monitor the strategic impact and effectiveness of implemented policy frameworks on the overall performance, compliance and risk profile of the property portfolio. Ensure alignment of property investment policies with provincial socio-economic priorities and infrastructure strategies. Effective Management of Investment Planning Services. Provide strategic guidance on release and utilisation of immovable assets to maximise economic and social returns. Manage development of investment marketing strategies. Evaluate and manage risks and returns of property developments initiatives. Provide advice on financing models, yield optimisation, and investment structuring for property development projects. Manage the Allocated Resources. Maintain high standards by ensuring that the team / section produces excellent work in terms of quality / quantity and timeliness. Resolve problems of motivation and control with minimum guidance from manager. Delegate functions to staff based on individual potential provide the necessary guidance and support and afford staff adequate training and development opportunities. Ensure timeous development of job descriptions and implementation of Work Plans and Personal Development Plans (PDP’s) for all employees in the Unit. Manage daily employee performance and ensure timely Performance Assessments of all subordinates Ensure management, maintenance and safekeeping of assets.