This vacancy has closed. It closed on 24 July 2026 and is kept here for reference only.

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: EPWP NATIONAL YOUTH SERVICE AND BUILDING MAINTENANCE

Department of Public Works and Infrastructure

Reference number: 2026/256
Salary: R1 101 468 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package), (Total package to be structured in accordance with the rules of the Middle Management Service)
Centre: Mmabatho Regional Office
Province: North West
Closing date: 24 July 2026
Circular: No 24 of 2026

Requirements

A minimum of three-year tertiary qualification (NQF Level 6/National Diploma)/or equivalent qualification in any of the Social Sciences, Built Environment disciplines (Civil Engineering or Construction related); Training and Skills Development. Relevant years of working experience at a Junior Management /Assistant Director equivalent level in Programme and project management. A valid driver’s license Knowledge of the Expanded Public Works Programme, National Youth Service (NYS) programme, Construction Industry, Labour-intensive methods of construction. Experience in implementation of Youth Development Programmes. Knowledge of the structure and function of government. Knowledge of Skills and Training processes. Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and related regulations. Good communication, training, development, business, analytical skills and writing skills. Computer literacy.

Duties

Management and implementation of the National Youth Service (NYS) programme at the Mmabatho Regional Office. Liaison with Project Managers to ensure that EPWP requirements have been included in contract document to contribute towards training of NYS participants and employment of general labour. Prepare specifications for inclusion in the bills of quantities and conduct recruitment. Report work opportunities and National Youth Service participants recruited. Liaison with all relevant stakeholders to ensure their buy-in and participation in the National Youth Service. Ensure reporting of EPWP NYS participants and EPWP general labour from projects implemented at the Mmabatho Regional Office. Compile progress reports on the different programmes being managed. Management of the budget of the component including compilation of budget reports. Manage the sub-directorate.

Where to send your application

For Mmabatho: Email to: RecruitMBT26-20@dpw.gov.za

Enquiries

Xoliswa Letsapa Tel No: (018) 386 5390

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 24 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 10 July 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 10 September 2026.

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