Circular 27 of 2026 · Post 27/91
DIRECTOR: PROVINCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE COORDINATING COMMISSION (PICC) SECRETARIAT
Eastern Cape Department of Public Works & Infrastructure
- ProvinceEastern Cape
- LevelLevel 13
- AdvertCombined vacancy information
Closing date: 15 days remaining
Job details
- Circular
- 27 of 2026
- Page No.
- 7–8
- Circular Post
- 27/91
- Department
- Eastern Cape Department of Public Works & Infrastructure
- Province
- Eastern Cape
- Closing date
- 17 August 2026
About this vacancy
This advert contains combined vacancy information. Review the source-supplied values below; they are not automatically paired into individual positions.
Applications close on 17 August 2026.
Application and salary information
Salary
R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13)
Application route
Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.
Vacancy information
This advert contains combined vacancy information. Values are shown as supplied and are not paired into positions unless the source stores that relationship explicitly.
- Centre
- Bisho
- Reference information
- DPWI 05/07/2026
- Salary information
- R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13)
Requirements
- National Senior Certificate, B Degree (NQF level 7 as recognized by SAQA) in Developmental Studies / Public Management / Public Administration / Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Structural, Mechanical) / Quantity Surveying / Architecture / Urban and Regional Planning / Occupational Construction Health and Safety / Safety Management with 5-years of experience at Middle/ Senior Managerial level in Infrastructure environment.
- Pre-entry certificate for the Senior Management Service (Nyukela) is compulsory and will be required prior appointment.
- A valid driver’s licence.
- Knowledge and Skills: In-depth knowledge and understanding of legislative framework that governs the Public Service, In-depth understanding of the South African infrastructure landscape, public sector governance, and the legislative framework governing infrastructure development.
- Sound understanding of South African Infrastructure Landscape, Public Sector Governance and Legislative Framework Governing.
- Sound understanding of South African Infrastructure Landscape, Public Sector Governance, and Legislative Framework Governing Infrastructure Development and Maintenance.
- Knowledge of project lifecycle costing and asset management (planning, procurement implementation maintenance.
- In-depth understanding of infrastructure planning frameworks, norms and standards as well as lifecycle costing.
- In-depth knowledge of provincial and national infrastructure planning, delivery, and maintenance frameworks.
- Strong understanding of government planning, procurement, financial management (PFMA, Treasury Regulations), and governance systems.
- Knowledge of Project and Programme Management methodologies, including risk management and monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
- Understanding of intergovernmental coordination, infrastructure policy, and strategic planning principles.
- Citizen Focus and Responsiveness.
- Develop Others.
- Applied Technology Basics.
- People Management.
- Applied Strategic Thinking.
- Networking and Building Bonds.
- Diversity Management.
- Report Writing.
- Communication and Information Management.
- Negotiations.
- Analytica.
- Strategic Management.
- Budget and Information Management.
- Motivational.
- Conflict Resolution/ Problem Solving.
- Competencies: Strategic Capability and Leadership.
- Communication.
- Client orientation and Customer Focus.
- People Management and Empowerment.
- Problem Analysis and Solving.
- Financial Management.
- Programme and Project Management.
- Results/ Quality Management.
- Decision Making.
- Knowledge Management.
- Change Management.
Duties
- Manage and Govern Provincial Infrastructure Coordination Frameworks.
- Direct the development and institutionalisation of provincial infrastructure governance frameworks, systems, and protocols.
- Advise PICC, EXCO, and governance structures on infrastructure coordination and governance improvements.
- Champion intergovernmental coordination to align infrastructure planning and delivery across sectors.
- Drive alignment of infrastructure programmes with provincial priorities and policy frameworks.
- Oversee continuous improvement of governance frameworks to enhance accountability and performance.
- Direct Provision of Strategic Secretariat and Advisory Services to PICC.
- Lead provision of strategic secretariate services to Provincial governance structures.
- Ensure consolidation and strategic presentation of infrastructure reports in support of T-PICC and related governance structures, informing high-level decision-making.
- Advise governance structures on infrastructure performance, risks, and strategic priorities.
- Ensure effective functioning of governance forums through structured coordination and support.
- Facilitate informed decision-making through accurate, timely, and integrated reporting Lead Interventions in Resolving Infrastructure Delivery Bottlenecks and Drive Delivery of Provincial Strategics Projects (PSPS) and B5 Programmes.
- Direct identification and resolution of systemic infrastructure delivery bottlenecks.
- Oversee analysis of infrastructure performance trends and recommend strategic interventions.
- Advise on corrective and preventative measures to address delays and inefficiencies.
- Escalate high-impact risks and challenges to executive leadership for resolution.
- Champion collaborative platforms to strengthen coordination and accountability and shared responsibility among stakeholders.
- Oversee Infrastructure Documents Information and Knowledge Management Systems.
- Direct the development and management of infrastructure information and reporting systems.
- Ensure integrity, accuracy, and accessibility of infrastructure data to support decision-making.
- Champion knowledge management and digital transformation initiatives.
- Oversee production of strategic reports for executive and governance structures.
- Facilitate evidence-based planning and decision-making through integrated infrastructure information systems.
- Lead timeous development and submission of written reports to internal and external structures (EXMA / Top Management, EXCO resolutions, Working Groups, Cluster, Audit Committee, Risk and Ethics Management Committee, Portfolio Committees, Parliamentary Standing Committees, AGSA).
- Manage Allocated Resources.
- Maintain high standards by ensuring that the team / section produces excellent work in terms of quality / quantity and timeliness.
- Resolve problems of motivation and control with minimum guidance from manager.
- Delegate functions to staff based on individual potential provide the necessary guidance and support and afford staff adequate training and development opportunities.
- Ensure timeous development of job description and implementation of Work Plans and Personal Development Plans (PDP’s) for all employees in the Directorate.
- Manage daily employee performance and ensure timely Performance Assessments of all subordinates.
- Ensure management, maintenance and safekeeping of assets.
- Ensure effective budget planning and financial management controls for the PICC Secretariat Directorate.
- Ensure implementation of localization of procurement for the PICC Secretariat Directorate.
- Manage risk and fraud prevention measures for the PICC Secretariat Directorate.
Enquiries
- Mr. T. Matiso at 066 489 6117
- Ms S. Zazini Tel No: (040) 602 4236
- Mr L Maliti at 066 489 6117 e-recruitment Technical Enquiries: e-recruitment-bhisho@ecdpw.gov.za
How to apply
Where and how to submit your application.
- Applications must be submitted as follows: via the provincial e-recruitment system accessible at: https://ecprov.gov.za and/or at https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za. The Provincial e-Recruitment System is available 24/7 and closes at 23: 59 on the Closing Date. To report any eRecruitment System challenges send an email with your (i) ID Number, (ii) profile email address, (iii) details of your issue to: e-recruitmentbhisho@ecdpw.gov.za. Do not send any applications to this email address
- should you do so, your applications/ CV will be regarded as lost and will not be considered. Technical support is limited to working hours: (08:00-16:30 MonThursday and 08:00-16:00 on Friday). Hand-delivered/ E-Mailed/ Faxed/ Posted applications will not be accepted.
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POST 27/91 : DIRECTOR: PROVINCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE COORDINATING COMMISSION (PICC) SECRETARIAT REF NO: DPWI 05/07/2026
SALARY : R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13)
CENTRE : Bisho
REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate, B Degree (NQF level 7 as recognized by SAQA) in Developmental Studies / Public Management / Public Administration /
Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Structural, Mechanical) / Quantity Surveying /
Architecture / Urban and Regional Planning / Occupational Construction Health and Safety / Safety Management with 5-years of experience at Middle/ Senior
Managerial level in Infrastructure environment. Pre-entry certificate for the
Senior Management Service (Nyukela) is compulsory and will be required prior appointment. A valid driver’s licence. Knowledge and Skills: In-depth
knowledge and understanding of legislative framework that governs the Public
Service, In-depth understanding of the South African infrastructure landscape, public sector governance, and the legislative framework governing
infrastructure development. Sound understanding of South African
Infrastructure Landscape, Public Sector Governance and Legislative
Framework Governing. Sound understanding of South African Infrastructure
Landscape, Public Sector Governance, and Legislative Framework Governing
Infrastructure Development and Maintenance. Knowledge of project lifecycle costing and asset management (planning, procurement implementation
maintenance. In-depth understanding of infrastructure planning frameworks, norms and standards as well as lifecycle costing. In-depth knowledge of
provincial and national infrastructure planning, delivery, and maintenance frameworks. Strong understanding of government planning, procurement,
financial management (PFMA, Treasury Regulations), and governance systems. Knowledge of Project and Programme Management methodologies,
including risk management and monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
Understanding of intergovernmental coordination, infrastructure policy, and strategic planning principles. Citizen Focus and Responsiveness. Develop
Others. Applied Technology Basics. People Management. Applied Strategic
Thinking. Networking and Building Bonds. Diversity Management. Report
Writing. Communication and Information Management. Negotiations.
Analytica. Strategic Management. Budget and Information Management.
Motivational. Conflict Resolution/ Problem Solving. Competencies: Strategic
Capability and Leadership. Communication. Client orientation and Customer
Focus. People Management and Empowerment. Problem Analysis and
Solving. Financial Management. Programme and Project Management.
Results/ Quality Management. Decision Making. Knowledge Management.
Change Management.
DUTIES : Manage and Govern Provincial Infrastructure Coordination Frameworks. Direct the development and institutionalisation of provincial infrastructure governance
frameworks, systems, and protocols. Advise PICC, EXCO, and governance structures on infrastructure coordination and governance improvements.
Champion intergovernmental coordination to align infrastructure planning and delivery across sectors. Drive alignment of infrastructure programmes with
provincial priorities and policy frameworks. Oversee continuous improvement of governance frameworks to enhance accountability and performance. Direct
Provision of Strategic Secretariat and Advisory Services to PICC. Lead provision of strategic secretariate services to Provincial governance structures.
Ensure consolidation and strategic presentation of infrastructure reports in support of T-PICC and related governance structures, informing high-level
decision-making. Advise governance structures on infrastructure performance, risks, and strategic priorities. Ensure effective functioning of governance
forums through structured coordination and support. Facilitate informed decision-making through accurate, timely, and integrated reporting Lead
Interventions in Resolving Infrastructure Delivery Bottlenecks and Drive
Delivery of Provincial Strategics Projects (PSPS) and B5 Programmes. Direct identification and resolution of systemic infrastructure delivery bottlenecks.
Oversee analysis of infrastructure performance trends and recommend strategic interventions. Advise on corrective and preventative measures to
address delays and inefficiencies. Escalate high-impact risks and challenges to executive leadership for resolution. Champion collaborative platforms to
strengthen coordination and accountability and shared responsibility among stakeholders. Oversee Infrastructure Documents Information and Knowledge
Management Systems. Direct the development and management of infrastructure information and reporting systems. Ensure integrity, accuracy,
and accessibility of infrastructure data to support decision-making. Champion knowledge management and digital transformation initiatives. Oversee
production of strategic reports for executive and governance structures.
Facilitate evidence-based planning and decision-making through integrated infrastructure information systems. Lead timeous development and submission
of written reports to internal and external structures (EXMA / Top Management,
EXCO resolutions, Working Groups, Cluster, Audit Committee, Risk and Ethics
Management Committee, Portfolio Committees, Parliamentary Standing
Committees, AGSA). Manage Allocated Resources. Maintain high standards by ensuring that the team / section produces excellent work in terms of quality
/ quantity and timeliness. Resolve problems of motivation and control with minimum guidance from manager. Delegate functions to staff based on
individual potential provide the necessary guidance and support and afford staff adequate training and development opportunities. Ensure timeous
development of job description and implementation of Work Plans and
Personal Development Plans (PDP’s) for all employees in the Directorate.
Manage daily employee performance and ensure timely Performance
Assessments of all subordinates. Ensure management, maintenance and safekeeping of assets. Ensure effective budget planning and financial
management controls for the PICC Secretariat Directorate. Ensure implementation of localization of procurement for the PICC Secretariat
Directorate. Manage risk and fraud prevention measures for the PICC
Secretariat Directorate.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. T. Matiso at 066 489 6117/ Ms S. Zazini Tel No: (040) 602 4236 / Mr L Maliti at 066 489 6117
e-recruitment Technical Enquiries: e-recruitment-bhisho@ecdpw.gov.za
NOTE : Preference will be given to Youth White Male.
OTHER POSTS
SALARY : R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13)
CENTRE : Bisho
REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate, B Degree (NQF level 7 as recognized by SAQA) in Developmental Studies / Public Management / Public Administration /
Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Structural, Mechanical) / Quantity Surveying /
Architecture / Urban and Regional Planning / Occupational Construction Health and Safety / Safety Management with 5-years of experience at Middle/ Senior
Managerial level in Infrastructure environment. Pre-entry certificate for the
Senior Management Service (Nyukela) is compulsory and will be required prior appointment. A valid driver’s licence. Knowledge and Skills: In-depth
knowledge and understanding of legislative framework that governs the Public
Service, In-depth understanding of the South African infrastructure landscape, public sector governance, and the legislative framework governing
infrastructure development. Sound understanding of South African
Infrastructure Landscape, Public Sector Governance and Legislative
Framework Governing. Sound understanding of South African Infrastructure
Landscape, Public Sector Governance, and Legislative Framework Governing
Infrastructure Development and Maintenance. Knowledge of project lifecycle costing and asset management (planning, procurement implementation
maintenance. In-depth understanding of infrastructure planning frameworks, norms and standards as well as lifecycle costing. In-depth knowledge of
provincial and national infrastructure planning, delivery, and maintenance frameworks. Strong understanding of government planning, procurement,
financial management (PFMA, Treasury Regulations), and governance systems. Knowledge of Project and Programme Management methodologies,
including risk management and monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
Understanding of intergovernmental coordination, infrastructure policy, and strategic planning principles. Citizen Focus and Responsiveness. Develop
Others. Applied Technology Basics. People Management. Applied Strategic
Thinking. Networking and Building Bonds. Diversity Management. Report
Writing. Communication and Information Management. Negotiations.
Analytica. Strategic Management. Budget and Information Management.
Motivational. Conflict Resolution/ Problem Solving. Competencies: Strategic
Capability and Leadership. Communication. Client orientation and Customer
Focus. People Management and Empowerment. Problem Analysis and
Solving. Financial Management. Programme and Project Management.
Results/ Quality Management. Decision Making. Knowledge Management.
Change Management.
DUTIES : Manage and Govern Provincial Infrastructure Coordination Frameworks. Direct the development and institutionalisation of provincial infrastructure governance
frameworks, systems, and protocols. Advise PICC, EXCO, and governance structures on infrastructure coordination and governance improvements.
Champion intergovernmental coordination to align infrastructure planning and delivery across sectors. Drive alignment of infrastructure programmes with
provincial priorities and policy frameworks. Oversee continuous improvement of governance frameworks to enhance accountability and performance. Direct
Provision of Strategic Secretariat and Advisory Services to PICC. Lead provision of strategic secretariate services to Provincial governance structures.
Ensure consolidation and strategic presentation of infrastructure reports in support of T-PICC and related governance structures, informing high-level
decision-making. Advise governance structures on infrastructure performance, risks, and strategic priorities. Ensure effective functioning of governance
forums through structured coordination and support. Facilitate informed decision-making through accurate, timely, and integrated reporting Lead
Interventions in Resolving Infrastructure Delivery Bottlenecks and Drive
Delivery of Provincial Strategics Projects (PSPS) and B5 Programmes. Direct identification and resolution of systemic infrastructure delivery bottlenecks.
Oversee analysis of infrastructure performance trends and recommend strategic interventions. Advise on corrective and preventative measures to
address delays and inefficiencies. Escalate high-impact risks and challenges to executive leadership for resolution. Champion collaborative platforms to
strengthen coordination and accountability and shared responsibility among stakeholders. Oversee Infrastructure Documents Information and Knowledge
Management Systems. Direct the development and management of infrastructure information and reporting systems. Ensure integrity, accuracy,
and accessibility of infrastructure data to support decision-making. Champion knowledge management and digital transformation initiatives. Oversee
production of strategic reports for executive and governance structures.
Facilitate evidence-based planning and decision-making through integrated infrastructure information systems. Lead timeous development and submission
of written reports to internal and external structures (EXMA / Top Management,
EXCO resolutions, Working Groups, Cluster, Audit Committee, Risk and Ethics
Management Committee, Portfolio Committees, Parliamentary Standing
Committees, AGSA). Manage Allocated Resources. Maintain high standards by ensuring that the team / section produces excellent work in terms of quality
/ quantity and timeliness. Resolve problems of motivation and control with minimum guidance from manager. Delegate functions to staff based on
individual potential provide the necessary guidance and support and afford staff adequate training and development opportunities. Ensure timeous
development of job description and implementation of Work Plans and
Personal Development Plans (PDP’s) for all employees in the Directorate.
Manage daily employee performance and ensure timely Performance
Assessments of all subordinates. Ensure management, maintenance and safekeeping of assets. Ensure effective budget planning and financial
management controls for the PICC Secretariat Directorate. Ensure implementation of localization of procurement for the PICC Secretariat
Directorate. Manage risk and fraud prevention measures for the PICC
Secretariat Directorate.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. T. Matiso at 066 489 6117/ Ms S. Zazini Tel No: (040) 602 4236 / Mr L Maliti at 066 489 6117
e-recruitment Technical Enquiries: e-recruitment-bhisho@ecdpw.gov.za
NOTE : Preference will be given to Youth White Male.
OTHER POSTS