ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: SANITATION

Department of Water and Sanitation

Reference number: 170826/01
Salary: R605 742 per annum (Level 10)
Centre: Mmabatho
Province: North West
Closing date: 17 August 2026
Circular: No 27 of 2026

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Requirements

A relevant NQF level 6 qualification in Environmental Health/ Community Development Studies. Three (3) years’ experience in sanitation environment. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s licence. Knowledge of Public Service Act. Knowledge of sanitation policies and strategies. Problem solving and analysis. Excellent communication skills both (verbal and written). Accountability and ethical conduct. Computer literacy. Good interpersonal skills.

Duties

Assist in the development of policies and strategies for sanitation programmes. Assist in the planning, implementation and monitoring of sanitation programmes, projects and regulatory framework / prescripts. Participate in the assessment of Water and Sanitation Development Plans (WSDPs). Investigate sanitation complaints and attend to Ministerial referrals. Participate in advocacy programmes for sanitation. Staff supervision.

Where to send your application

All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/

Enquiries

Mr RT Kolokoto, Tel No: (018) 387 9568/ (018) 387 9500

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 27 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 31 July 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 31 July 2026.

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