HOSD127-2026 PROGRAMME OFFICER

DEPARTMENT: HUMAN SETTLEMENTS

Division: Human Settlements Provision

Section: Project Implementation Support

Location: Pretoria Central

Reference number

HOSD127-2026

Position

PROGRAMME OFFICER

To be advertised

Internal

External

This position seeks to attract

African female

African male

Coloured female

Coloured male

Indian female

Indian male

White female

White male

Person with disability

All categories

Job level

T14

Scale

R582 996,00 – R809 676,00 per annum

Estimated

remuneration package

R773 979,00 – R1 062 500,00 per annum

Job purpose

To coordinate activities associated with projects and provide support to project managers, directors and divisional heads and to perform various administrative and technical tasks to ensure the smooth running of processes and systems for successful implementation of the programme

Appointment 

requirements

An appropriate three-year career-related tertiary qualification (national diploma or degree) in Public Administration or Business Administration or any other study field related to the position

At least five years’ working experience in a support services environment

Supervisory experience will be an added advantage

A valid Code B driving licence

Computer literacy

Must undergo a criminal record check and such a person shall allow their fingerprints to be taken by the Tshwane Metro Police Department at own cost

Personal attributes

and/or competencies

Being ethical; good communication skills; good interpersonal relations; ability to work as part of a team; ability to pay attention to detail; ability to be professional at all times; ability to work independently at strategic level; having integrity; ability to work under pressure; flexibility; ability to meet given deadlines; exceptional and dynamic creativity to improve the functioning of the section; administrative skills; organising and coordination skills; financial management skills; project management skills; analytical thinking skills; presentation skills

Primary functions

Assisting in project planning, monitoring progress and ensuring adherence to timelines and deliverables

Handle administrative tasks, such as Integrated Development Plan, budget, Service Delivery and Budget Implementation Plan and business plan tracking and reporting

Work closely with project managers, directors and the divisional head, assisting in project planning, monitoring progress and ensuring adherence to timelines and deliverables

Play a vital role in facilitating effective communication among project teams and stakeholders, organising meetings and events, and maintaining project documentation

Assist in monitoring risks, resolving issues and ensuring compliance with relevant policies and regulations throughout the programme life cycle

Assist in the implementation, coordination and management of projects

Support project managers, directors and the divisional head in executing programme activities

Coordinate with various teams and stakeholders to ensure smooth programme operations

Assist in the development of project plans, objectives and timelines

Monitor programme progress against established milestones and deliverables

Track the implementation of the Service Delivery and Budget Implementation Plan, business plans, project plans and performance agreements (key performance indicators) and evaluate programme outcomes

Maintain accurate and up-to-date programme documentation, including project files, records and reports

Prepare regular progress reports, status updates and presentations for internal and external stakeholders

Ensure proper documentation of meetings, decisions and action items

Assist with budget tracking, expense monitoring and financial reporting

Collaborate with finance and procurement teams to ensure efficient resource allocation

Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among project teams, stakeholders and partners

Assist in organising and coordinating meetings, strategic sessions and other programme-related events

Draft and disseminate programme-related communication, including emails, notices and memorandums

Execute generic management functions

Execute programme and project administration, including record-keeping

Execute generic financial functions

Compile internal and external regulated and unregulated reports

Manage effective delivery of services to the business unit of functions reporting to the position

Ensure maintenance of an effective and efficient filing and archiving system for the business unit

SAP

S70009761*

New/natural attrition

WPC approved

Enquiries

Sarah Shiburi (012 358 8237)