Job Requirements
A minimum NQF 07 qualification as recognised by SAQA in Real Estate Management/ Property Management/ Immovable Asset Management or Built Environment plus at least 5 years direct middle/senior management experience in real estate/property/immovable asset management and leading multidisciplinary teams across leasing, portfolio/asset acquisition/disposal, and/or facilities operations. An NQF 08 (Honours/
Duties
Functional Leadership & Governance: Translate departmental strategy into a Directorate operating plan with clear targets, service standards and risks. Lead a multidisciplinary team and establish a high-performance culture, with robust internal controls, SOPs, and compliance to PFMA/Treasury and property legislation. Outcomes: Consistent delivery against APP/operational targets; clean governance, reduced audit findings, on-time reporting. Leasing & Tenancy Management: Oversee the end-to-end lease lifecycle (sourcing, contracting, renewals, terminations, rent reviews, escalations, recoveries). Ensure tenant satisfaction, accessibility, and regulatory compliance (incl. OHS). Outcomes: On-time renewals and cost-effective leases; accurate billing/recoveries; improved client feedback. Portfolio & State Property Management (incl. Vacant Land): Drive optimal utilisation and maintenance across state-owned properties; ensure security for vacant/unimproved assets. Direct property condition assessments, maintenance plans and operational/financial reporting (e.g., occupancy, condition, costs). Outcomes: Reduced downtime & backlog; improved asset condition and utilisation; cost and energy efficiency gains. Acquisition, Disposal & Servitudes: Manage transparent, compliant acquisitions and disposals aligned to GIAMA, national priorities and applicable reform programmes. Lead due diligence (ownership, zoning, valuations), transaction approvals and transfer processes. Outcomes: Timeous, compliant transactions; disposal pipeline progressed; value-for- money and strategic alignment demonstrated. Asset Register & Information Integrity: Ensure a complete, accurate and auditable Immovable Asset Register; integrate with portfolio systems and reporting. Maintain data quality, reconciliations and audit readiness; produce BI dashboards and insights for decision-making. Outcomes: Improved data integrity and audit outcomes; reliable portfolio intelligence to guide planning and budgeting. Client & Stakeholder Management: Build strong relationships with user departments, provincial/municipal partners and service providers. Resolve operational issues proactively; lead cross-functional collaboration and transversal initiatives. Outcomes: Faster turnaround times, fewer escalations, aligned accommodation solutions and better regional coordination. Financial Stewardship & SCM Compliance: Manage the Directorate’s budget, cash flows and cost drivers; ensure SCM processes are compliant and timely. Oversee creditors/debtors, rental collections/recoveries and contract performance. Outcomes: Spend within allocation; improved cost-to-serve; reduced irregular/fruitless/wasteful expenditure. People Management & Capability Building: Recruit, develop and performance-manage staff; drive learning, coaching, and sound labour relations. Embed discipline, ethics, wellbeing, and effective communication. Outcomes: Skilled, engaged team; improved productivity and retention; succession and bench strength in critical roles. Standards, Improvement & Innovation: Monitor changes in legislation and professional standards; update policies/SOPs and implement process improvements. Introduce digital tools and pragmatic innovations to improve quality, speed and compliance. Outcomes: Shorter cycle times, fewer defects, better client outcomes, continuous improvement culture.
What is the Salary
R1 266 714 per annum, (all-inclusive package), (total package to be structured in accordance with the rules of the Senior Management Services).
Location
Mthatha Regional Office Ref No: 2026/48A Mmabatho Regional Office Ref No: 2026/48B
How to Apply
submitted on the prescribed Z83 application form (obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the DPSA website link: https:/www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/, which must be signed, initialled and dated by the applicant, and must be accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae (CV) only. Candidates are not required to submit certified copies of qualifications and related documents on application. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualification and other related documents on or before the date of interview, which should not be older than six months. Should an application be submitted using incorrect/old Z83 application form, such an application will be disqualified. Further take note of the following on completion of Z83 application form: PART A and PART B must be fully completed. PART C – PART G: Noting that there is a limited space provided applicants may refer to CV or indicate. This will be acceptable as long as the CV has been attached and
Apply Before:
3/13/2026
Reference No:
Additional Information
Please indicate your preferred centre (Mthatha or Mmabatho) when applying. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to personnel suitability checks and security vetting.