DEPUTY DIRECTOR-GENERAL: REAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT SERVICES

Department of Public Works and Infrastructure

Reference number: 2026/327
Salary: R1 885 710 per annum, (all-inclusive package), (Total package to be structured in accordance with the rules of the Senior Management Services (70% of package), the State's contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of Package) and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of applicable rules)
Centre: Head Office (Pretoria)
Province: Gauteng
Closing date: 2 October 2026
Circular: No 32 of 2026

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Requirements

A minimum NQF 08 qualification as recognised by SAQA, in or directly relevant to immovable asset management, real estate management, property or lease management or the built environment, 8 years of experience at a senior managerial level in real estate management, property investment, or related property functions. An NQF 09 qualification or higher and more than 08 years direct senior management experience as specified will be an added advantage. Leadership & Delivery: a proven and demonstrated track record of orchestrating multidisciplinary professional teams within complex infrastructure delivery and immovable asset management environments; possesses a deep-seated mastery of the entire asset lifecycle, from strategic inception and acquisition to maintenance, optimisation, and disposal, with a proven ability to translate high-level departmental mandates into tangible business outcomes and long-term strategic objectives. Other added advantage: relevant professional registration in built sector or property related field, and private sector property management or immovable asset management experience.

Duties

Strategic Leadership of Real Estate Management Services: translate the departmental vision into a coherent branch strategy, structure and operational plan; provide executive leadership to ensure the branch delivers on its mandate for real estate, portfolio, asset lifecycle and property investment management; lead the development and implementation of strategies, policies and systems that ensure effective, efficient and compliant management of immovable assets. Real Estate Portfolio Management and Asset Performance: oversee the full property lifecycle, including acquisition, disposal, leasing, estates, servitudes and maintenance of immovable assets; ensure optimal utilisation, economic efficiency and sustainability of the national property portfolio; direct the development and maintenance of the Immovable Asset Register and property information systems; lead the creation of a master plan for managing both freehold and leasehold government property portfolios. Oversight of Leasing, Contracts and Property Transactions: ensure timely and compliant management of lease contracts, including renewals, terminations, rent reviews and cost optimisation; oversee acquisition and disposal processes, ensuring legal compliance, transparency and alignment with national priorities; provide executive governance over creditor management, debtor recovery and contract performance within the portfolio. Governance, Compliance and Organisational Performance: ensure adherence to PFMA requirements, Treasury Instructions, governance frameworks and built-environment standards; establish and maintain internal controls, risk management systems and monitoring mechanisms to ensure integrity of operations; evaluate branch performance against strategic objectives and implement corrective measures to drive continuous improvement; champion organisational transformation, change initiatives and service delivery improvement programmes. Branch Leadership, People Management and Resource Stewardship: provide visionary leadership to the Branch, ensuring a motivated, skilled, high-performing workforce; manage the performance, development, labour relations and wellbeing of staff in accordance with HR frameworks and SMS requirements; manage the branch budget, ensuring financial prudence, accountability and alignment with strategic priorities; oversee administrative reporting, communication systems, audit responses and quality assurance processes. Research, Policy Development and Industry Intelligence: lead research into property market trends, built-environment innovations and emerging risks; identify policy gaps and drive the development or review of legislation, policy frameworks and norms and standards; ensure that branch practices remain future-focused, efficient, integrated and responsive to the needs of government.

Where to send your application

Email applications for this position must be email to: Recruitment26- 73@dpw.gov.za

Enquiries

Mr Sifiso Mdakane at 082 929 9885

Note

All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a compulsory technical or competency-based exercise that intends to test the relevant technical elements of the job as part of the interview process. Following the technical exercise and the interview, the selection committee will identify up to a maximum of three (3) top scoring candidates to undergo psychometric assessments. It will be expected of the successful candidate to sign a Performance Agreement, be subjected to Top Secret Security Clearance and annually disclose his/her financial interests.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 32 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 4 September 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.

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