ANNEXURE R

PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: GAUTENG

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT

APPLICATIONS : To apply for the above position, please apply online at

[Link] or Hand Deliver: Ground floor 56 Eloff
Street, Umnotho House, Johannesburg
FOR ATTENTION : Ms. Iris Thanjekwayo at 072 788 2364– Recruitment
CLOSING DATE : 20 March 2026, 16h00. No late applications will be considered.
NOTE : applications quoting the relevant reference number must be submitted on the
New Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the
internet at [Link]/documents. Applications with the old Z83 form will not
be considered. A New Z83 form must be fully completed, duly signed and
initialled by the applicant. A recent, comprehensive CV, specifying all
qualifications and experience, with respective dates must accompany the
application form. Applications are not required to submit copies of qualifications
and other relevant documents on application. Communication regarding
certified documents will be limited only to the shortlisted candidates.
Successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme
(Nyukela certificate) is required before the appointment can be made.
Enrolment for the course should be made on the NSG’s website at
[Link] All
shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry
assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s
suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other
must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Following the interview and
technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a
generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA
Directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments). The
competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies
using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. Suitable
candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record,
citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment
verification. Note: It is the Department intention to promote equity through the
filling of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan
(Coloureds and Indians are encouraged apply). To facilitate this process
successfully, an indication of race, gender and disability status is required.
Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied
by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority
(SAQA). General information. The Department will not accept posted and
emailed applications. The Gauteng Department of Environment reserves the
right to fill or not fill the advertised posts. If you do not receive any response
from us within 3 months, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

MANAGEMENT ECHELON

POST 08/425 : CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER: FINANCE REF NO: REFS/035520

SALARY : R1 494 900 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package which can be structured
according to the individual’s needs)
CENTRE : Johannesburg (Head Office)
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognised by
SAQA in the field of Financial Management. A minimum of five (5) years’
experience at a senior managerial level. CA qualification will be an added
advantage. A valid driver’s license. Competencies: Strategic Capacity and
Leadership skills, People Management, Empowerment and Integrity, Financial
Management, Change Management, Programme and project Management.
Technical Competencies: Advanced financial and analytical skills and
innovativeness. Adequate financial management and extensive knowledge of
Supply Chain Management in the Public Service. Strong managerial and
communication skills (written and verbal). Thorough knowledge of the Financial
Prescripts of the Public Service and Supply Chain Management. Attributes:
Good interpersonal relations. Ability to work under pressure and meet
deadlines. Ability to work in a team and independently. Strong Management
skills. Problem Solving and Analysis, Client Orientation and Customer Focus,
Communication.

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DUTIES : Ensure effective compilation of accurate financial statements. Manage revenue
efficiently and effectively by developing and implementing appropriate
processes. Ensure that internal procedures and control measures are in place.
Compile and accurate departmental annual budget, MTEF budget, and
maintaining effective standard chart of accounts for the department. Provide
value adding report to management and external stakeholders timeously.
Monitor the operation of accounting systems, controls and procedures to
ensure the integrity of financial information and administration. Monitor the
provision of financial reporting processes and provide recommendations and
advice to address significant variances. Ensure proper financial reporting
requirements as required in terms of financial management legislation such as
PFMA, Treasury Regulations, DoRA etc. Provide and oversee the overall
management and monitoring regarding supply chain compliance. Manage the
provisioning of asset management services. Manage the provisioning of
logistical and transport services. Manage and facilitate the demand, acquisition
and contract management. Manage and conduct compliance Audit. Coordinate
and facilitate forensic investigation. Facilitate the conducting of performance
Audits. Provide support service to the internal Audit committee. Follow up on
the Audits queries. Research and keep abreast of breast practice initiatives
and developments within the directorate. Develop business/ strategic plan for
the directorate and align it with the Chief Directorate and ensure
implementation thereof. Oversee the development and implementation of
operational plans for the chief directorate. Manage the development and
coordination of service delivery improvement plan. Oversee and ensure
provision of coaching, disciplining and mentoring of staff to improve
performance. Manage the performance of staff and ensure assessment of their
performance. Consolidate and manage of budget in the chief directorate.
Authorise, control and monitor the budget and expenditure. Manage the
compilation of various reports and statistics. Manage leave in the chief
directorate.
ENQUIRIES : Ms. Iris Thanjekwayo at 072 788 2364

POST 08/426 : CHIEF DIRECTOR: COMPLIANCE AND ENFORCEMENT REF NO:

REFS/035521

SALARY : R1 494 900 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package which can be structured
according to the individual’s needs).
CENTRE : Johannesburg (Head Office)
REQUIREMENTS : Matric plus an undergraduate qualification in Law, Environmental Law, Natural
Science or relevant qualification on (NQF7) within the related field as
recognized by SAQA. A minimum of five (5) years’ experience at a senior
managerial level within compliance and monitoring sector. Successful
completion of the Senior Management Pre- entry Programme as endorsed by
the National School of Government (NSG). Experience in the field of
Environment. Valid driver’s licence. Competencies: Knowledge of
Environmental Management, Environment, Management authorization
support, Environmental impact Assessment regulations, Environmental
management systems, Understanding of Environmental Management issues
in relation to authorizations as well as applicable legal requirements and
processes. Understanding of government standard administrative procedures,
Proven Leadership and Management, Coordination skills, Organisational and
planning, Relationship Management, Stakeholder engagement, Programme
and Project Management, Financial Management, Change management.
Knowledge Management, Service Delivery Innovation (SDI Problem Solving
and Analysis, People Management and Empowerment, Client Orientation and
Customer Focus, Innovative and proactive. Attributes: Good interpersonal
relations. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Ability to work in
a team and independently. Strong Management skills. Problem Solving and
Analysis, Client Orientation and Customer Focus, Communication.
DUTIES : Manage and provide strategic leadership to the Chief Directorate and
contribute to the relevant programmes and responsibilities within the Chief
Directorate. Oversee the management and provision of reactive compliance
and enforcement services. Oversee the provision of compliance monitoring
and enforcement services. Manage and administer the provision of
compliance, monitoring and enforcement with regard to national environmental
management biodiversity act. Ensure effective management of teams and
programmes within the department that monitor and promote compliance with
environmental legislation across the different environmental sectors, including
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 waste and pollution, air quality and biodiversity management Monitor and
promote compliance with the National Environmental Management Biodiversity
Act (NEMBA) 2004 and other related regulations. Oversee resources (Human,
Financial, Equipment/Assets)
ENQUIRIES : Ms. Iris Thanjekwayo at 072 788 2364

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