Project Coordinator: Tenure Reform Implementation

Overview

Project Coordinator implementing tenure reform and communal land tenure projects for the Department of Land Reform.

Requirements

• Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in a possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and a National Diploma in the field of Humanities / Social Sciences / Legal Qualification (NQF Level 6) or related equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the relevant field.
• A valid driver’s licence.
• Job related Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of land tenure security matters.
• Relevant tenure legislation and policies.
• Strategic planning.
• Human resources management.
• Financial management, Supply chain management.
• Knowledge of economics.
• Job related skills: Communication (verbal and written).
• Negotiation and conflict resolution.
• Strategic management.
• Leadership ability.
• Project management.
• Networking and team management.
• Customer and client focus.
• Willingness to travel.

Duties

• Implement communal land tenure projects.
• Initiate awareness and capacity building on communal land management and relevant laws to stakeholders.
• Liaise and provide support to land rights management structures by providing legal protection and awareness.
• Facilitate and mediate in case of land rights violation and disputes on communal land in terms of relevant legislation.
• Conduct the implementation of the communal tenure upgrade programmes.
• Implement land rights projects.
• Respond to queries on land rights projects.
• Provide support to rights management structures by providing legal protection and awareness.
• Facilitate land rights mediation and adjudication processes.
• Conduct the implementation of the land rights upgrade programmes.
• Provide support to Land Rights Management Facility.
• Implement the establishment and support of communal property entities.
• Initiate the establishment and implementation of Communal Property Associations (CPAs).
• Maintain the database of CPAs and similar entities.
• Conduct awareness on CPA activities.
• Perform investigations and intervene on the affairs and activities of registered CPAs.
• Engage in the mediation and dispute resolution proceedings of the CPAs.
• Provide supervisory support in the implementation of land tenure projects.
• Implement provincial implementation plan on tenure projects.
• Conduct stakeholder relations services.
• Represent and present the Directorate at various fora.
• Facilitate CPAs compliance to legislation.
• Attend to internal and external audits.
• Implement action plans.
• Implement risk and audit action plans.
• Compile reports.

How to apply

Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: 136 Charlotte Maxeke Street, SA Eagle Building, Bloemfontein, 9300 or by email to Post122@dlrrd.gov.za

Enquiries: Mr O Aiseng at 082 947 6099

Notes

EE Targets: Coloured, Indian and White Males and Coloured, Indian and White Females and Persons with Disabilities. To apply, submit a completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae (PDF document to a maximum of 10 megabytes) via e-mail or hand delivery. The Department will not be held responsible for server delays. Late applications due to technical issues will not be considered. Shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies of required documents (Identity Document, qualifications, etc) where necessary and service certificates to support senior management experience to Human Resources before the interviews, including South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) evaluation reports for foreign qualifications. Failure to comply will result in disqualification. To be appointed at Senior Management Service (SMS) level, you must complete the SMS Pre- entry programme offered by the National School of Government (NSG). Find course details here: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry- programme/ appointment is subject to successful completion of the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to SMS and submission of proof. Shortlisted applicants for the advertised vacancies will undergo two pre-entry assessments: a practical assessment and an integrity assessment, both of which form part of the selection criteria after the interview. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. NB: Please note that false or fraudulent qualifications submitted by applicants will be reported to the South African Police Services (SAPS), and a criminal case shall be opened. Applications: Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered. Do not submit duplicate applications. If applying for multiple posts, submit separate applications for each post. Applications submitted via email will be acknowledged via an automated response. Applications received manually will not be acknowledged due to high volumes of applications received. If you have not heard from us within 3 months, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. Should, during any stage of the recruitment process, a moratorium be placed on the filling of posts or the Department is affected by any process such as, but not limited to, restructuring or reorganisation of posts, the Department reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process and re- advertise the post at any time in the future. Important: DLRRD is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting representivity and affirmative action. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates. The Department reserves the right not to fill vacancies. By applying you consent to the collection and processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes. Shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for assessments and interviews at a date and time as determined by the Department. Shortlisted candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks, security vetting and reference checks (including social media profiles). Applications must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations. Successful candidates must pass security clearance, sign an employment contract, sign an annual performance agreement and disclose financial interests. All applicants are required to declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships of Boards and directorships that they may be associated with. Failure to disclose relevant information may result in disqualification or termination. ERRATUM: The position of Chief Town and Regional Planner with Ref No: 3/1/1/1/2026/114 for the Directorate: Spatial Planning and Land Use Management Western Cape and the position of Senior Legal Administration Officer Ref No: 3/1/1/1/2026/115 for the Directorate: Corporate Services: Western Cape that was advertised in Public Service Vacancy Circular 22 dated 26 June 2026 has reference. The positions are based in Cape Town. The Department apologies for any inconvenience caused. MANAGEMENT ECHELON