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QUANTITY SURVEYOR

SALARY SCALE R1 018 884.00 – R1 528 326.00

Purpose of the position: Manages the key performance areas and result indicators associated with maintaining efficiency in the procurement and construction phase through the provision of a professional Quantity Surveying management consultancy service encompassing implementation of technical procedural applications that support effective and reliable cost management valuation and estimating of Architectural Projects and contributes towards achieving value for money from investing in buildings.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning and Programming

Identify items that may affect the project costing and feasibility. Evaluating and commenting on the applicability of specific key performance indicators and measures against outcomes detailed in the Departments Business and Strategic Plans. Oversee the preparation of tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities. Analyse costs for tenders against the available budget. Undertake costs analysis for upgrades and refurbishments. Oversee the establishment of project requirements and undertaking of feasibility studies. Advise management on procurement strategy. Participate in the development of industry/sector benchmarks. Provide ‘Order of Magnitude’ costs for construction projects. Manage the refinement, monitoring, and control costs during design development. Prepare pre-tender estimates. Manage the preparation of contract documentation. Coordination with the design team for analysing architectural and service drawings.

Contract Management

Measure, value and recommend variation approvals.
Provide advice to Project Staff on contractual matters.
Oversee the appointment and management of sub-contractors.
Develop annual project budgets in conjunction with the Programme Manager.
Ensure accurate and correct monthly cost reporting by Professional Consultants.
Conduct regular site visits.
Attend site meetings with project staff.
Perform risk and value management and cost control.
Analyse outcomes and write detailed progress reports.
Value completed work and make recommendations for payments.
Understand and monitor the implications of health and safety regulations.
Identify, analyze, and develop responses to commercial risks.

Cost estimation and BOQ management

Carry out monthly valuations of work in progress, including forecasting final costs.
Prepare and monitor project cash-flow forecasts.
Responsible for the development of Bills of Estimates for the purposes of project costing.
Responsible for the review and technical advisory on BOQs from potential service providers/bidders.
Preparing BOQ (bill of quantities) by studying specification sheets from the sales team.
Identifying gaps between BOQ and drawings, specifications and conditions of the contract and taking it for a logical closure.
Monitor and control costs throughout the project, identifying costsaving opportunities.

Stakeholder Management and reporting.

Account and provide feedback to the EM: DPF on all construction activities on various project planning and active sites.
Meet regularly with the contractors, and all agents to monitor and coordinate all phases of the construction project.
Attend monthly departmental meetings and provide feedback on project costs and related matters.

Research and Development.

Keeping abreast with new directions, recent trends, and potential advances in the design and construction impacting and influencing the building procurement phase.
Presenting a conceptual framework of current and future interventions necessary to achieve acceptable cost-effective construction standards to the Built Environment committees for consideration and inclusion into the JDA’s short/long-term performance and service delivery plans.
Conduct feasibility studies and value engineering exercises.

Education and Experience:

Minimum Grade 12/ Senior Certificate
Minimum Post Graduate qualification in Quantity Surveying NQF Level 8 or Project Quantity Surveying and Project Management qualifications and relevant experience will be advantageous.
A Professional registration with SACQSP as a Pr. QS or Registered QS/ Construction PM
A Master’s degree will be an advantage.
Certificate in MFMA Programme, Finance for Non-Finance. Managers, or Project Finance, will be an added advantage.
Minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience, preferably in a construction contracting environment.
Code EB Driver’s License
Knowledge of Construction sector legislation, Construction Design and Construction Techniques, Sound knowledge of best practices within the construction industry, Construction management and Monitoring, CIDB, Construction Contract regulations Best Practices, Quantity Surveying Profession Act, Knowledge of health and safety regulations and environmental standards, Familiarity with contract law and construction contracts.

Closing date: 12 Dec 2025

Correspondence will be with short-listed candidates only. Should you not hear from us within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Johannesburg Development Agency is an equal opportunity employer

Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the following link below: https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/176kZZqlERVOuOB-7PPC5twew554

This is a permanent employment contract. JDA offers a market-related salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Correspondence will be with short-listed candidates only. Should you not hear from us within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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RECORDS MANAGEMENT OFFICER

Purpose of the position: To manage the key performance areas and result indicators associated with maintaining effective document and records management practices through the provision of a professional records administration service encompassing the implementation of document control systems, archiving procedures, classification structures, and compliance-based information governance processes that support efficient information flow, accessibility, and preservation. The role further contributes to organizational decision-making, legal compliance, and safeguarding institutional memory through accurate maintenance, retrieval, and secure handling of both physical and electronic records.

Key Responsibilities:

Records and Archives Management

Manage and administer the organization’s filing and archiving systems.
Maintain and update physical and electronic records monthly, ensuring complete accuracy, accessibility, and compliance with approved structures.
Retrieve documents on request and ensure a 100% retrieval rate within required turnaround times.
Conduct quarterly reviews of filing systems and ensure alignment with organizational requirements.
Maintain full compliance with records management standards, retention schedules, and approved taxonomies.
Employee Records Management – Open, file, and maintain personal and confidential employee documents.
Ensure new employee files are created within prescribed timelines and updated monthly.
Ensure records reflect complete accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with HR document standards.

Correspondence Administration

Manage incoming and outgoing mail, ensuring proper classification, logging, and distribution.
Balance weekly correspondence spreadsheets and submit reports within required deadlines.
Complete all delegated tasks accurately and within stipulated timeframes.

Administrative Support and Reporting

Provide administrative support to the Document Management Specialist, including generating reports, maintaining spreadsheets, and ensuring proper document flow.
Submit weekly balanced spreadsheets and ensure 100% completion of allocated tasks. Policy & System Updates – Review and update filing manuals annually.
Liaise with departments to ensure filing structures remain relevant and updated as new categories emerge.
Maintain both manual and electronic filing systems and document all changes accordingly.

Document Security

Safeguard confidential and sensitive council documents by ensuring secure storage practices, zero document-loss incidents, and frequent audits.
Conduct weekly follow-ups on pending matters and achieve a minimum 90% resolution rate. Workflow Management – Track, mark, and monitor pending files weekly.
Maintain accurate logs and ensure 100% tracking of all pending documents.

Education and Experience:

Grade 12 / Senior Certificate / NQF Level 4
National Diploma in Administration
Records Management Course
Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in record and document management
Knowledge of document and electronic records management systems, retention schedules, metadata standards, indexing methods, and digitization processes.
Understanding of information governance, confidentiality requirements, data protection legislation, and organizational document handling procedures.
Proficiency in document management software and MS Office Suite; strong administrative, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Professional registration with SASA or RMSA is advantageous.

Closing date: 12 Dec 2025

Correspondence will be with short-listed candidates only. Should you not hear from us within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Johannesburg Development Agency is an equal opportunity employer

Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the following link below:

https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1ceo7-p2-T8KK62veFh27iAew554

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2X FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT: COMMITMENTS AND CONTRACTS MANAGEMENT C2: (FIXED TERM 24 MONTHS WITH RENEWABLE OPTION)

SALARY SCALE R 411 809.00 – R 617 713.00 INCLUDING BENEFITS

Purpose of the position: To coordinate the recording, authorisation, executing and reporting of expenditure transactions of the JDA ensuring compliance with the required legislation and accurate and timeous processing of information.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintenance of the Register: Updating the commitment register daily with all new contractual obligations, purchase orders, and funds commitments.
Reconciliation: Reconciling the register with actual expenditures, invoices received (accruals), and project approval schedules.
Financial Reporting: Assisting in the preparation of disclosure notes for annual financial statements related to capital and operational commitments.
Compliance: Ensuring all commitments align with the municipality’s Supply Chain Management (SCM) policy, MFMA, and GRAP requirements.
Auditing: Preparing documentation and samples for internal and external audits and implementing audit findings.
Contract Management: Tracking contract lifecycles, renewal dates, and expiry notifications for significant contracts.

Education and Experience:

Matric (Grade 12) And Minimum NQF Level 7 Bcom, Accounting sciences or any relevant qualifications Minimum of 3-5 years in Contract Management/ accounting / auditing or financial management services / commitment register advisory services.
Professional registration SICA, CIMA, SAIBA or APC/APT certification is advantageous
Proficiency with SAP or Sage is advantageous
Candidates with pre or post articles experience will be eligible for consideration

Closing date: 12 Dec 2025

Correspondence will be with short-listed candidates only. Should you not hear from us within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Johannesburg Development Agency is an equal opportunity employer

Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the following link below: https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/11PHD27uVRuyWI9KNKeHGLgew554

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HUMAN CAPITAL MANAGER

SALARY SCALE R1 069 930 – R1 604 895

Purpose of the position: To develop the Human Capital capability and support the functional activities of Talent Management, Learning and Development and Organisational Development within the Johannesburg Development Agency. This includes the planning, development and implementation of all HR policies, procedures and practices relating to talent management, organisational development and learning and development.

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Key Responsibilities

Strategic Human Capital Leadership

Develop the Human Capital (HC) strategy aligned to Corporate Services and organisational objectives.
Analyse internal and external socio-economic, political and technological factors and provide proactive HC plans.
Drive HC strategic direction, innovation and sustainable practices.
Lead the development of the organisation’s employment value proposition.
Establish frameworks for HC governance, risk and compliance.
Determine an appropriate HC structure and monitor competence development.

Human Capital Optimisation

Promote a culture of performance excellence and provide constructive feedback.
Create and monitor an environment supporting diversity management.
Lead and oversee change management initiatives.
Guide the implementation of skills development programmes.
Monitor compliance with employee relations frameworks.
Promote health and wellness interventions that support a productive workplace.

Human Capital Planning

Formulate and review Human Capital policies, code of conduct and procedures in line with legislation and best practice.
Safeguard HC documentation and ensure confidentiality.
Monitor adherence to the HC calendar and implementation timelines.

Talent Acquisition

Manage recruitment, selection and placement processes.
Conduct annual organisational structure reviews and recommend adjustments.
Identify difficult-to-fill positions and build proactive talent pipelines.
Facilitate recruitment of senior positions.
Review and approve letters of appointment.
Oversee induction and onboarding processes.
Monitor turnaround times for placements.
Identify critical skills risks and implement mitigating strategies.
Manage terminations, exit interviews and report trends.
Guide managers on appointment and probation procedures.
Drive alignment to the Employment Equity Plan.

Talent Management

Build and promote a strong talent culture supported by a clear employment value proposition.
Identify strategically critical positions and future leadership capabilities.
Establish systems supporting talent attraction, retention, equity, succession, leadership development and high-potential identification.
Monitor and report on talent management indicators and outcomes.

Performance Management

Manage job profile reviews.
Provide guidance to managers on performance management processes.
Monitor compliance with performance policies and procedures.
Maintain accurate performance records.
Manage annual performance reward processes and provide recommendations to EXCO.

Remuneration Planning & Management

Implement and maintain job grading and remuneration systems.
Develop reward strategies aligned to legislation.
Oversee monthly payroll processes and conduct audits.
Keep abreast of taxation changes and payroll requirements.
Review PAYE reconciliation and year-end processes.
Recommend benefit changes supporting staff retention.
Facilitate communication and training on reward systems.

Risk & Financial Management

Identify operational and strategic HR-related risks.
Prepare and manage the annual departmental budget.
Monitor expenditure and prepare variance reports.
Ensure procurement planning in line with supply chain requirements.
Manage departmental assets.

People Management

Participate in recruitment of subordinates.
Develop performance contracts and conduct reviews.
Manage development plans, coaching and mentorship.
Address disciplinary matters and workplace conflict.
Manage time, work allocation and leave of subordinates.
Monitor compliance with organisational policies, ethics and codes of conduct.

Education and Experience:

Matric/Grade12.
Degree in Human Resource Management, Commerce Social Science, Industrial Psychology or similar (NQF Level 7)
NQF Level 8 or higher will be advantageous
Registration as an SDF and relevant Assessor.
Minimum of 8 years’ human resource management experience of which 3 years in local government
Sound knowledge of HR legislation, HR best practices, HR systems, and HR procedures.
MFMA Certification will have to be obtained within 18 months after appointment

Closing date: 12 Dec 2025

Correspondence will be with short-listed candidates only. Should you not hear from us within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Johannesburg Development Agency is an equal opportunity employer

Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the following link below: https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1-3wpywvsR_ey5cCLgpqRywew554

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REVENUE OFFICER

SALARY SCALE R 411 809.00 – R 617 713.00 INCLUDING BENEFITS

Purpose of the position: To provides a comprehensive overview of the Billing Officer role within the Johannesburg Development Agency. The position’s responsibilities are aligned with supporting the financial operations of the Agency, ensuring effective billing practices, and contributing to its overall success.

Key Responsibilities:

Accuray of recording Revenue
- Capturing invoices, process journals
Effective Management Revenue /Clients Performance management:
- Ensure Management fee schedule is agreed with invoices issued, ensure claims are submitted on time.
Effective Management of Funding and Working In progress:
- Agree WIP and Funding on schedule on the monthly transactions
Effective Management of Asset management:
- Assist in asset verification, Prepare investor list per asset user, Update asset register
Ensure filing of documents:
- Save the documents on share point and department filing internal

Education and Experience:

Minimum Grade 12/ Senior Certificate/ NQF Level 4 and National Diploma in financial management or equivalent of NQF level 6
Minimum 2 years’ experience in a financial environment
Knowledge in PFMA, MFMA, Treasury Regulations, GAAP
Skills required: Reporting skills and Computer skills (MS Office)

Closing date: 12 Dec 2025

Correspondence will be with short-listed candidates only. Should you not hear from us within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Johannesburg Development Agency is an equal opportunity employer

Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the following link below: https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/17icnPSGxRDalYy-kPyWk4Qew554

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CIVIL AND STRUCTURAL ENGINEER D1: FIXED TERM CONTRACT

SALARY SCALE R 746 403.00 – R 1 119 604.00 INCLUDING BENEFITS

Purpose of the position: To manages the key performance areas and results in indicators contributing to integrated architectural solutions and outputs through the provision of a professional Structural Engineering management service encompassing implementation of technical structural engineering principles and procedural applications that support the broader scope and objectives related to the design and development of a safe and efficient built environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Forward planning and Project Management:
- Conceptualize and prepare projects for implementation in consultation with line manager and Executive Manager.
- Manage the development and application of uniform construction standards and specifications for roads infrastructure projects.
- Oversee the implementation and recording of materials testing.
- Liaise with all role players (industry, educational, institutional and governmental) regarding the development, implementation and monitoring of construction standards.
- Provide technical lead in proposal preparations, Define technical resources requirements for successful work execution, Perform final review and approval or audits on new engineering designs according to design principles, Set maintenance standards specifications and service levels according to organizational objectives to ensure optimum operational availability.
- Compile risk logs and manage significant risk and provide technical consulting services for the operation on engineering related matters, Allocate, control, monitor expenditure according to budget, check tender documentation for inviting tenders.
- Monitor the performance of and exercise control over appointed consultants in connection with the design and execution of work, as well as maintenance to existing structures and infrastructure and scrutinize and approve fee accounts of consulting engineers.
- Mentor, train and develop candidates and related technical personnel to promote skills/knowledge transfer. Develop, implement and monitor work systems and processes to ensure efficient and effective functioning.
Contract Management:
- Guiding the drafting, adjudication, and reporting processes with regards to contracts/ tenders and verifying details, terms and conditions, specifications, etc. comply with laid down policies, regulations, and procedures.
- Participating in the appointment process and briefing parties (consultants/ contractors, etc) on the terms and scope of such appointments and, evaluating, investigating, and approving submissions on progress, performance, and costs.
- Monitoring Contractor performance against agreed terms and conditions through ongoing interaction with site personnel, on-site inspections, etc., and alerting the Contractor to any acts of nonconformance.
- Implementing procedures to administer contracts and the processing of completion certificates and, verifying outcomes before approving payment certificates.
- Evaluating the adequacy of the Council’s Affirmative Procurement Policy in providing opportunities to emerging contractors to develop and enhance their skill base and promote employment at a local level.
- Resolving technical conflicts and contractual claims and preparing the necessary reports presenting councils’ arguments at arbitration.
Civil/Structural engineering- project management:
- Conceiving, interpreting, and aligning structural concepts during the design phase towards accomplishing synergy between structural form and structural efficiency.
- Evaluating work in progress and intervening in critical phases to remedy and/ or align outputs and/ or responding to problems and providing guidelines/ solutions using knowledge of physics or structural behavior.
- Inspecting and monitoring engineering and construction outputs to verify applicability/ conformity to various codes, regulations, and approved designs addressing key issues relating to force systems, static equilibrium, stress and strain, and statical determinacy in elementary and, complex forms of complete structures.
- Authorising Work Orders and requisitions and, preparing and certifying payments for major and minor Structural Engineering works.
Relationship management and communication:
- Participating in various meetings (council, internal and external forums) and providing comments/ opinions on matters affecting or concerning the functionality.
- Responding, through the collection of factual information and/ or conducting the necessary investigation/ research, to inquiries and concerns on service delivery.
- Collaborating with external departments/ agencies on complex issues associated with building maintenance applications and principles to align internal processes.

Education and Experience:

Matric/Grade12
Minimum Bachelors’ Degree in relevant built environment field (i.e. Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Industrial Engineering or Urban Planning) or related NQF Level 7.
Minimum 5-7 years’ experience in Urban Planning, Civil Engineering design experience or Construction related experience.
Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety, Civil/Structural Engineering Soft wares, MFMA and Supply Chain Management
Professional or Candidate registration with the relevant industry body (ECSA or similar) is mandatory.

Closing date: 12 Dec 2025

Correspondence will be with short-listed candidates only. Should you not hear from us within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Johannesburg Development Agency is an equal opportunity employer

Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the following link below

https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1U6ernYrtRjmlFWA1-bOTgwew554